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Ashley Esper

Therapist
7 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Ashley Esper, LICSW has over a decade of experience utilizing empirically validated interventions with diverse populations. She holds a Master of Social Work from University of Southern California, and dual bachelor's degrees in politics and film studies from Mount Holyoke College. Ms. Esper has worked in numerous environments from child welfare, contracted mental health, and hospitals. She is certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Managing and Adapting Practices.

My approach to therapy

Are you often told that you "need to relax," or that "you should slow down"? Do you feel stuck in an endless cycle of stress, worry, or depression? Are you ready to make your mental health a priority but don't know where or how to start? If being able to just relax seems unachievable, I want you to know that change is possible. As an LICSW with over a decade of experience and a trauma survivor, I have assisted countless individuals to develop adaptive coping skills, establish healthier boundaries, and gain new insights about themselves and their circumstances. My approach to therapy is integrative and collaborative.

By building a relationship on trust and a shared curiosity, I work to help my clients examine and change unhelpful thoughts and beliefs, transform behaviors and build resiliency. I utilize a variety of modalities tailored to meet my patient's specific needs, including Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative Therapy, and mindfulness based stressed reduction.

What you can expect from me

Talking with a therapist can be helpful but it is not always the most comfortable. I can help you through that discomfort with a little time & effort. My scheduling platform allows you to book a free initial 15 min consultation. With me, you get a judgement free and productive environment to work towards your mental health goals.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Participatory, Affirming, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Southern California
  • License type
    LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Rhode Island, Massachusetts)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Point32 Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Stress management, Grief or loss, Trauma, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Structural Family, Positive Psychology, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English