Hi,
My name is Ashley Waddell. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Trauma Specialist in the state of Virginia with over 4 years of experience working in the area of mental health and social justice. I believe whole-heartedly in providing equitable and affordable mental health services to all in need. With a background in School Social Work, Community-Based Mental Health, Acute Psychiatric Inpatient Care, and Outpatient Therapy, I have worked with children, teens, adults, and the elderly who are dealing with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, ADHD, racial and other forms of trauma, stress, relationship issues, family conflict, and parenting problems. My counseling style is authentic and genuine. I believe in supporting others in a real and unapologetic manner. My approach combines client-centered, trauma-informed, mindfulness-based, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic theoretical modalities.
It is incredibly wise of you to seek help during difficult times. I live by the motto, "individuals inherently possess all of the necessary skills needed to support themselves, sometimes all that's needed is a gentle push". So during our time together, expect for me to listen first, as you are the expert with identifying your personal goals, while also supporting you to take that leap towards a promising future!
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Anger management, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Family Problems, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders , Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-Harm, Self-love, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
VA LCSW 0904011867
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Ashley has a compassionate and supportive counseling style, while also not holding back when it’s necessary to be challenged in my forward movement. A delicate balance and she strikes it effectively!
Written on Jan 25, 2021 after therapy with Ashley for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
Ashley is really sweet and has a very calming voice that's really soothing. She's also insanely helpful and kind.
Written on Nov 09, 2020 after therapy with Ashley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue