Licensed to practice in 3 states and accepts 13 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions and 7 more.
Ashley Watson
(she/her)
New to Grow
Hello there! I believe everyone faces challenges and obstacles at some point in their lives, experience life transitions and/ or just struggle with day to day tasks. I am here to be of support, listen and help you navigate while providing tools you can use so the weight doesn’t feel unbearable and so you can be your best self. I have an integrative approach to therapy; combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy , Solution-Focused Therapy, Grief and Bereavement, and Motivational Interviewing. I tailor my therapeutic approach based on your needs. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor ( LMHC) in Florida , Licensed Professional Counselor( LPC) in Missouri and Georgia, National Certified Counselor (NCC), Master’s Addiction Counselor ( MAC), former Trauma-Informed Instructor and Qualified Supervisor (QS) for the states of Florida and Missouri. Therapy is a space that allows you to explore, grow, rebuild and heal. As a therapist, I help clients in multiple areas to include but not limited to; anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, life transitions, grief/ loss and stress management. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment. I aim to empower you and to enhance your quality of life holistically. I look forward to working with you.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In the first session, this is a time we get to learn one another. You are welcomed to ask me questions. I will ask a little about you and your background, and what you seek from therapy.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Therapy is all about you and what will best benefit you. To ensure therapy is beneficial, most importantly we build rapport. I actively listen to any concerns and/ or obstacles you are facing, provide support, transparency, and I strive to create a safe space.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am best positioned to service those who seek change and self improvements with an understanding that change takes time but is steady if willing to put forth the effort. This can include those who struggle with anxiety, depression, life transitions, work-life balance, grief/ loss, stress, addiction or just simply needing to learn effective coping strategies. I am here to be a guide and help you navigate throughout your journey.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Other specialties
Addiction
Coping Skills
Crisis Intervention
Grief
Self Esteem
Substance Misuse
Trauma and PTSD
I identify as
Black / African American
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
Florida
Georgia
Missouri
Accepts
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Arlo
Cash - $100 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
GTEB
Medicare
Tufts Health/Cigna
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
This form of therapy can be useful in addressing unwanted behaviors and responses to events/ situations. Most used when experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction.
Gestalt
This form of therapy can be useful in addressing unresolved emotions, trauma and increasing self awareness.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
This form of therapy can be useful in self-exploration, to increase self-awareness, adjust to life transitions, to help boost self confidence and self-esteem.
Motivational Interviewing
This form of therapy can be useful in strengthening your motivation for change.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
This form of therapy is useful in addressing the here and now. We will focus on recent/ current events and come up with strategies and " solutions" to best manage the areas of concern so they no longer affect your day to day going forward.