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Dr. Ashley Poole

Therapist(she/her)
12 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I believe therapy should be both supportive and effective. I work collaboratively with clients using evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help them create meaningful, lasting change.

My approach to therapy

My style is warm, practical, and results-driven—focused on helping you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and move forward with clarity and confidence. At the core of my work is a simple belief: I help people reach their full potential.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect a collaborative and structured first session where we focus on getting to know you and what brings you to therapy. Using a CBT approach, we’ll begin identifying patterns in your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and work together to set clear, meaningful goals. My goal is to create a supportive, practical, and goal-oriented environment where you feel heard and empowered from the start.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Open Minded, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    12 years of experience
  • Training
    PsyD (Doctor of Psychology) at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, MA (Master of Arts) at Fayetteville State University
  • License type
    LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) (North Carolina), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Pennsylvania)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Geisinger

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Positive Psychology, Seeking Safety
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English