- Stress and anxiety
- Social anxiety support
- CBT and ACT methods
About Ashley
Ashley Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Connecticut with five years of clinical experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. She also works with concerns such as panic, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety and phobia, and feelings of isolation.
Ashley keeps sessions straightforward and conversational. She listens to what matters most, then discusses practical steps to handle day-to-day struggles. Expect clear strategies and space to talk through difficult feelings without jargon.
She uses several evidence-based approaches to guide her work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and try new behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on values and taking small steps aligned with what matters. Dialectical Behavior Therapy provides concrete skills for managing strong emotions and reducing overwhelm.
Ashley describes her style as client-centered - she follows each person’s pace and priorities rather than forcing a fixed plan. She encourages small experiments between sessions so people can test what helps in real life. Progress is discussed in plain language so goals stay practical and visible.
Her Connecticut LPC credential is held in her professional practice. Sessions are conducted in English and are aimed at adults working through the concerns listed above. Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling details.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Ashley commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in her work. CBT helps people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety and panic. ACT focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small committed actions, which can help when life changes or feelings feel overwhelming.Finding the right approach is part of the process. She will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and choose or combine methods together. That collaborative planning helps keep sessions practical and focused on what matters most to the client.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as those details are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week and to have shorter check-ins when needed. It also removes travel time and can let someone meet from a quieter place or use phone-only options when video isn’t necessary. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT and ACT exercises for remote sessions so people can practice skills between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Connecticut
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, and related concerns such as panic and social anxiety.
What is her general therapy style?
Her approach is conversational and client-centered, focusing on clear, practical steps and skills to address day-to-day problems.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience as a counselor working with a range of concerns including mood and trauma-related issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Connecticut and practices with that credential.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she see clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.