Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
How Ashley works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- West Virginia
- Years in practice
- 7
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Ashley
Ashley Stevens is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in West Virginia who helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions. She makes space for honest conversation and practical steps. Her plain, direct approach suits people who want tools they can use day to day.
Ashley draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to shape sessions that focus on what is happening now. She breaks down unhelpful thoughts and patterns and practices new skills together in session.
Background and approach
Clients leave with simple techniques to try between meetings. Sessions tend to feel interactive and hands-on. Ashley listens without judgment and works with each person to set realistic goals.
She prefers short, doable homework so progress feels steady rather than overwhelming. With seven years as an LPC, Ashley has seen a range of stress-related concerns that show up in everyday life. Her background is practical rather than theoretical, and she aims to make therapy useful from the first few sessions.
People who want clear strategies for managing anger or reducing anxiety often find this style helpful. Ashley focuses on learning skills, testing what works, and adjusting plans as needed. She supports each person in finding calmer, more reliable ways to respond to hard moments.
What Ashley works with
Everything Ashley lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Ashley's practice.
Approaches Ashley lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Ashley uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT focuses on practical exercises that reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression by teaching new ways to think and act.She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal effectiveness. DBT tools are useful when strong reactions or anger get in the way of daily goals and relationships.
Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Ashley works with each person to choose and adapt techniques based on their needs, goals, and comfort level. She checks progress and adjusts plans so therapy stays focused and relevant.
Online sessions make this work more flexible. Video calls let you practice skills in real time, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat can fit quick check-ins, and text-based messaging is useful for short updates or reminders. These options help people fit therapy into a busy life while still working on concrete skills and coping strategies.
Questions people ask about Ashley
What concerns does Ashley focus on?
Ashley supports people facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.
How would she describe her therapy style?
Her style is warm and interactive with clear, practical steps. Sessions combine listening with skill building and short homework.
What is her clinical experience?
She has seven years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor and has worked with a variety of stress-related concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds the LPC credential and practices with clients in West Virginia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a session?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.