- ACT and CBT
- Trauma-informed care
- Family origin issues
About Ashley
Ashley Spitzer is an Ohio licensed independent social worker (LISW) with 20 years of experience in clinical practice. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, addiction concerns, trauma and a range of life changes. Ashley also lists work with LGBT concerns, ADHD, eating and sleeping problems, career questions, and caregiver stress.
Ashley frames therapy as a person’s time to speak freely, vent, and sort through needs and goals. She encourages clients to ask questions and not censor themselves. Sessions focus on immediate symptoms and practical steps to feel steadier day to day.
Her style is client-centered and collaborative. She listens for what the person finds helpful and adapts interventions accordingly. Feedback from clients guides how sessions are shaped and what methods are used.
Ashley uses a mix of approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Client-Centered Therapy. She draws on these tools to address mood, trauma reactions, relationship patterns, and coping skills.
She has worked with people across many life stages and situations, including blended family issues, body image, chronic illness, codependency, divorce and separation, and family of origin problems. Ashley also supports clients with compassion fatigue and co-morbidity concerns. Her aim is to educate and guide people toward clearer routines, boundaries, and practical self-care.
Clients should expect straightforward conversation, a focus on what matters now, and an openness to adjust therapy based on what is most helpful.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions fit
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It helps people clarify personal values and take small steps toward those values even when emotions are strong. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and behaviors and teaches concrete skills for changing unhelpful patterns. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and day-to-day coping. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding emotional responses in close relationships and can help people improve communication and emotional connection.Choosing the right approach is usually collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, symptoms and what has worked or not worked before. Together they decide which methods to try first and adjust as needed based on progress and preference.
The profile does not list which online session formats are used, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a full session isn't possible. It can also let people connect from different locations if they are traveling or living outside the therapist's immediate area. Licensed professionals can help adapt ACT, CBT or EFT techniques to an online setting so the work remains practical and focused on daily life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Ashley works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and related concerns. She also lists help for ADHD, LGBT issues, relationship and intimacy-related difficulties.
What is her approach in sessions?
She uses a client-centered approach and draws from ACT, CBT, EFT and EMDR as needed. Sessions focus on immediate symptoms and practical steps the client can try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
Ashley has 20 years of experience in the mental health field. Her background includes work with grief, addiction, family problems, and caregiving stress.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is an Ohio LISW, which means Licensed Independent Social Worker in Ohio. Her practice is based in Ohio.
Can I work with her if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted according to the profile details.
What session formats does she offer?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates depend on the subscription plan and location.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.
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