Ashlyn Ciszar
Ashlyn Ciszar
(she/her)
Hey there! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over six years of experience supporting kids and adults. I primarily work with clients who experience depression, anxiety, stress, anger struggles, and trauma responses. I have developed a relaxed and casual approach throughout my time as a therapist. I like to work on developing a level of trust and understanding with my clients. I also have extensive experience supporting individuals and families who have experienced complex trauma, including sexual abuse and Commercial Sexual Exploitation. My work is rooted in your strengths and values, because I believe healing starts with honoring who you are. If you're going through a difficult time and think we might be a good match, I’d love to connect.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In a first session with me, we will usually start by getting to know each other. We will discover what motivates you and what your general goals are (what brought you here). We will then create a plan together and discuss next steps. I will also be available to answer any questions you may have.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Having worked with children, teens, and adults, I have developed a very flexible and relaxed approach to therapy. I like to be direct and honest, while also empathetic and understanding. I understand that we all start somewhere and I believe it is important to meet people where they are at. I have experience helping individuals through many types of traumatic experiences and enjoy witnessing the change and confidence recovery can bring.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I’m especially passionate about working with teens and with adults who feel uncertain about their path due to past experiences. Together, we’ll explore how those experiences have shaped you, identify your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you move forward with confidence and clarity.
About Ashlyn Ciszar
Ashlyn Ciszar offers therapy covered by Managed Health Services (Managed Medicaid), Medicaid - Managed Health Services and UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid in Indiana.
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Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I have experience utilizing ACT therapy with clients who have depression, anxiety, and issues with anger. I find this method to be helpful specifically with helping you realize what really matters to you and guide you to make a change.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Primarily, I use CBT with adults and children focusing on managing emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. CBT is a great tool to help you develop skills to change unhelpful thinking patterns.
Trauma-Focused CBT
Trauma-Focused CBT is commonly used to help children and adolescents process difficult and traumatizing experiences while also developing skills needed to manage trauma related symptoms such as emotional outbursts, anxiety, and trauma reminders.
Psychoeducation
Psychoeducation is used to help you understand you or your loved one's diagnosis and behaviors. A mental health diagnosis can be confusing and intimidating. I will use psychoeducation with most of my clients to help you understand yourself better and how this impacts your day-to-day life.