- Anxiety and stress
- Relationship concerns
- Mindfulness and skills
About Ashley
Ashley Couch is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with seven years of experience providing clinical therapy. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and family concerns, and a range of life changes including parenting and career shifts. Ashley also supports clients with addiction, ADHD, bipolar concerns, body image and eating issues, and LGBTQ related matters.
Ashley begins by listening to what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on practical steps and skills the client can try between meetings. She uses straightforward talk, guided reflection, and mindfulness practices to help people notice what gets in the way of their goals.
Her background includes work with youth and adults across schools, community settings, and home-based services. That experience informs a flexible style that blends evidence-based techniques with strengths-focused coaching. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) depending on the situation.
Ashley emphasizes building self-acceptance and clearer communication. She talks through patterns that contribute to anxiety and relationship strain, and helps people practice new responses in everyday life. Sessions also address trauma, attachment, and caregiver stress when those issues are present.
Practical concerns such as scheduling, session format, and subscription-based billing are handled up front. New clients complete a short questionnaire and choose a first session time to begin working together.
How Ashley uses evidence-based methods online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck in them and focus on what matters most. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions by clarifying values and small committed actions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, low mood, and eating-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete tools for managing intense emotions and improving relationships, such as distress tolerance and emotion regulation skills.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ashley treats this as a collaborative process and will help clients choose methods that fit their goals and preferences. She explains options, tries techniques, and adjusts the plan together based on what helps most.
The original biography notes that Ashley is currently able to offer live chat sessions only, and she prefers to schedule directly with clients since her hours vary. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are available. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so skills can be practiced in daily environments.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns, addiction, ADHD, eating and body image issues, and related life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a strengths-based, practical approach that blends talk, mindfulness, and skill practice to address patterns that keep problems repeating.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of clinical therapy experience and additional years working with youth and adults in schools and community settings.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is an LCSW licensed in Florida and provides services from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does billing and cost work?
Costs vary by location and services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session time.