I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience in the field of mental health. My passion is working with people who have experienced trauma, who are adjusting to or living with chronic illness and pain, and who are navigating grief. I help individuals, couples, and families through immediate crisis and ongoing challenges to identify and achieve their unique goals. I have experience treating first responders, medical professionals, and their families, and am committed to helping those whose careers are on the front lines of helping others.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session, I will spend time getting to know you--your strengths, challenges, and goals for therapy. I will ask more questions than usual in our first session because I believe it is important for me to know about how you exist in your environment. The quality and challenges of your relationships, your prior experience in therapy, substances you use, activities you enjoy--all these things help paint a picture of who you are that will help me understand you as we navigate through your healing journey. I will answer any questions you have about my approach, my experience, and what to expect from therapy. This is your space, and your time. Ultimately, my goal is for you to feel comfortable and heard.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My experience extends from individual and family therapy, to working in a trauma intensive care unit, to the emergency department, to domestic violence survivor advocacy. I have been present with people in all stages of grief, trauma, illness, and addiction, and have guided people toward healing and change, honoring their pace and readiness. It has been my honor to witness growth and healing as it occurs, and to participate in the process.

About Ashley Millanes