I received my Masters of Social Work from The University of Southern California. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Law and Society from California State University, Los Angeles. While at CSULA, I also earned a Certificate in Child Abuse and Family Violence from the Child Abuse and Family Violence Institute. have over 12 years of clinical experience gained from various populations (Women's Health, Inpatient Psychiatry, Domestic Violence, Activity Duty Military, Veterans, and Community Mental Health) and provides clinical therapy in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Ohio, California, and Maryland. My approach to therapy is client-centered, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I strive to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their emotions, experiences, and challenges. My goal is to help clients build resilience, improve emotional regulation, and develop effective coping strategies to navigate life’s transitions.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions to build rapport, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My biggest strength is that I stress the importance of being personable. In order to build rapport, I feel it is important to be welcoming, understanding, and empathetic. My goal is to create a trusting and supportive therapeutic alliance.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
Adults and adolescents who are suffering with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, antepartum/postpartum stress, life transitions, and PTSD.
About Ashley Francis, LCSW, LCSW-C LISW, LISW-CP, PMH-C
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28210 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543, #190 office 232Appointments
Virtual & in-personMy treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is used to help clients recognize and reframe unhelpful thought patterns that contribute to depression and anxiety. By developing practical coping strategies, clients can better manage distress, improve emotional resilience, and regain a sense of control over their mental health.
Interpersonal
I use IPT to address the emotional and relational challenges that arise during significant life transitions. Whether navigating changes in relationships, career, health, or family dynamics, IPT helps clients strengthen their interpersonal connections, improve communication, and manage the emotional impact of these transitions. By focusing on relationship patterns, IPT supports clients in building a strong support system and enhancing emotional well-being.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Culturally sensitive care is an approach to healthcare delivery that recognizes and respects the unique cultural background of each patient. It acknowledges the impact of culture on a person's beliefs, values, customs, and lifestyle.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
SFBT is a hope friendly, positive emotion eliciting, future-oriented vehicle for formulating, motivating, achieving, and sustaining desired behavioral change.
Trauma Informed Care
The intention of Trauma-Informed Care is not to treat symptoms or issues related to sexual, physical or emotional abuse or any other form of trauma but rather to provide support services in a way that is accessible and appropriate to those who may have experienced trauma