Hello, I am Ashley. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of VA and AR. I graduated from Regent University in 2013 and since have obtained certifications in Infant Mental Health, Play Therapy, and as a Certified Child and Adolescent Trauma Professional. I have experience providing counseling services to children, adolescents, and families since 2014. I have experience working in a Therapeutic Day Treatment program, School Based Counseling, Intensive In Home Therapy, and Outpatient Care. I have provided daily groups for school aged children focusing on different topics and concerns. I have provided parenting groups as well. I have experience working with children as early as that first week home.
I have worked within the foster care system and with adoptive families. It is a passion of mine to give these children a voice. I want to help each child idenitfy and become secure in their identity - their history, their place in the world, their strengths and weaknesses, their needs, and their potential. As a parent, I know this journey is hard. As an adoptive mom, I know some of the challenges trauma can bring into the home. I believe relationships are a powerful tool for growth and healing. I am glad you are reaching out to build those relationships.