- Addictions support
- Relationship work
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Ashley
Ashley Whitman is a licensed social worker in Michigan and Ohio with 10 years of clinical experience. She supports people dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, addiction recovery, and self-esteem concerns. She also works with young adult issues such as life transitions, work stress, and social anxiety.
Ashley uses straightforward, collaborative sessions to help people understand their patterns and try new ways of coping. She blends client-centered listening with practical tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. That mix is used to address specific problems like sleep disruption, unhealthy coping, or recurring negative thoughts.
Her work often looks like identifying small, concrete changes a person can try between sessions. She may use motivational interviewing to clarify what matters most and to support steady steps toward change. Sessions can include discussing thought patterns, practicing grounding or breathing, and setting realistic behavior goals.
Ashley’s background includes a decade of practice across mood disorders, trauma, addiction, and relationship strain. She holds the Licensed Master Social Worker credential and the Licensed Independent Social Worker credential. Those credentials reflect her clinical role in Michigan and Ohio.
People who reach out can expect direct conversation about current problems and a focus on actionable strategies. She accepts international clients and offers some evening options. Confirm session formats and scheduling details before booking to be sure they match your needs.
How her approaches shape online sessions
Client-centered therapy means the therapist listens closely and follows the client’s concerns. Sessions focus on what matters to the person and on practical steps they want to try. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses exercises to shift unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness therapy brings simple practices to help people notice stress and respond with more choice rather than react automatically.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Ashley will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. That conversation can change over time as progress is reviewed and new priorities emerge.
The biography notes some evening video and phone options and mentions expanded text sessions. Confirm current session formats and exact scheduling before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around school, work, or caregiving, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can use these options to help maintain regular momentum while adapting the pace and methods to everyday life.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Ohio, Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with depression, anxiety, addiction recovery, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem issues. Young adult challenges like job stress and life transitions are also mentioned.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her sessions combine client-centered listening with practical techniques from CBT and mindfulness. Motivational interviewing is used to clarify goals and encourage small steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has 10 years of clinical experience working with mood, trauma, addiction, and relationship concerns.
What credentials and state licensure does she hold?
She holds the LMSW and LISW credentials and practices in Michigan and Ohio.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She does accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography indicates some video, phone, and expanded text options with limited evening availability. Confirm current session formats and times before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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