I’m Ashley Williams, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and Certified Brain Health Professional (CBHP) with over 15 years of experience in the mental health and nonprofit sectors. I specialize in trauma recovery, brain health, and integrative approaches to healing, helping individuals navigate challenges such as PTSD, anxiety, grief, and relational difficulties. My approach is grounded in evidence-based therapies like ACT, IFS, and trauma-informed care, creating a safe and supportive space for clients to heal, grow, and reclaim their lives.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In the first session, clients can expect a welcoming and supportive environment where they can share their story at their own pace. We’ll start by discussing what brought them to therapy, their goals, and any concerns they have. I’ll ask questions about their history, current challenges, and what has or hasn’t worked in past therapy experiences. This session is also an opportunity for clients to ask questions about my approach and how we can work together. Most importantly, my goal is to create a safe space where clients feel heard, validated, and empowered to take the next steps in their healing journey.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strengths as a provider lie in my ability to create a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space for healing. With over 15 years of experience in trauma recovery and brain health, I bring a deep understanding of how trauma impacts the mind and body. I am highly skilled at integrating evidence-based therapies, such as ACT, IFS, and trauma-informed care, to meet each client’s unique needs. Additionally, my ability to blend clinical expertise with warmth, humor, and a strengths-based approach helps clients feel supported while working through life’s most difficult challenges. I am also passionate about empowering clients with practical tools and insights that promote long-term healing and resilience.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I am best positioned to serve individuals who have experienced trauma, whether from childhood adversity, relational wounds, military service, or other life-altering events. My clients often struggle with PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, or difficulties in relationships and self-identity. Many have tried traditional talk therapy but seek a deeper, more integrative approach to healing. I work well with those who are ready to explore their inner world, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves and others in meaningful ways.
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Trauma Informed Care
My practice is rooted in trauma-informed care, which means prioritizing safety, trust, and empowerment in every therapeutic interaction. I recognize the widespread impact of trauma on a person’s emotional, cognitive, and physiological state and tailor interventions to avoid re-traumatization. This approach ensures that clients feel in control of their healing process while incorporating evidence-based trauma treatments such as somatic work, and mindfulness-based interventions.
Attachment-based
I use attachment-based therapy to explore how early relationships influence current patterns of connection, trust, and emotional regulation. By understanding these attachment dynamics, I help clients develop healthier relational patterns and work through fears of abandonment, intimacy, or dependency. This approach is especially helpful for individuals struggling with relationship difficulties, self-worth issues, and unresolved childhood trauma.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
ACT is a core approach I use to help clients develop psychological flexibility by accepting difficult thoughts and emotions rather than avoiding or suppressing them. I guide clients through mindfulness exercises, values clarification, and committed action to help them live in alignment with what truly matters to them. This approach is particularly effective for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and trauma, as it fosters resilience and a sense of purpose despite life’s challenges.
Grief Therapy
Grief therapy is an essential part of my work, helping clients process loss—whether it be the death of a loved one, the loss of identity, or a major life transition. I provide a supportive space where clients can explore their grief without judgment, using approaches such as narrative therapy, meaning-making, and mindfulness to integrate their loss into their life story. I also address complicated grief and help clients navigate the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of mourning.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
IFS is a powerful modality I use to help clients explore their internal world of "parts"—different aspects of the self that may be in conflict or carrying burdens from past experiences. By fostering self-compassion and engaging in dialogue with these parts, clients gain a deeper understanding of their emotional responses and develop greater inner harmony. This approach is particularly beneficial for individuals struggling with trauma, self-criticism, or emotional regulation difficulties.