Ashley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board-Approved Clinical Supervisor with over a decade of experience helping individuals navigate a wide spectrum of mental health challenges. Her background includes working with clients managing complex conditions such as bipolar disorder, as well as those dealing with anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Ashley creates a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore what’s bringing them to therapy at their own pace. The first session is a gentle starting point—there’s no pressure to share everything all at once.
With a person-centered approach, Ashley believes in meeting clients exactly where they are and building on their existing strengths. She primarily utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help individuals reframe unhelpful thought patterns, cultivate resilience, and develop tools to navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and self-compassion. Her ultimate goal is to support clients in creating a life that feels balanced, authentic, and aligned with their values. Outside the therapy space, Ashley enjoys staying active at her local gym, spending meaningful time with family, and taking in the vibrant energy of outdoor festivals with friends.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
UT LCSW 12962015-3501
ME LCSW LC21267
LA LCSW 10434
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Ashley Cross. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I guess shes changing platforms but she missed my one appointment i made with her and does not check better help very much it seems.
Written on Oct 03, 2022 after therapy with Ashley for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Ashley is so kind and caring. She puts my needs first and asks very engaging questions. Have been very happy with her!
Written on Sep 12, 2022 after therapy with Ashley for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
Ashley has been amazing. I had heard it can be difficult at first meeting a therapist for the 1st time but I have been very lucky and grateful for Ashley's expertise and insight. She listens and provides appropriate feedback. I don't feel judged and always feel better after speaking with her. I am glad to be a client of hers.
Written on May 18, 2022 after therapy with Ashley for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
My session with Ashley today was great; she's very personable and understanding. She offered me many techniques, skills, and resources that I feel will help me with my anxiety and current challenges that I'm facing.
Written on May 05, 2022 after therapy with Ashley for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
Ashley asked guiding questions to understand my situation and has supported me in my specific goals each session. She is a great listener and the “homework” she has given me (upon my request!) has been a reslly great supplement during the week.
Written on Apr 23, 2022 after therapy with Ashley for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes