Therapist profile
Ashley Reid, LCSW
Kentucky
LCSW - Stress and relationship concerns
Continue with AshleyWhere Ashley stands
- Credentials
- LCSW
- License
- LCSW, Kentucky / 253708
- NPI
- 1255888749
- Experience
- 11 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Kentucky
About
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Codependency support
About Ashley
Ashley Reid is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Kentucky with 11 years of experience. She helps people who struggle with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and the fallout from life changes. She also supports people facing relationship distress, grief, issues around parenting, and concerns connected to ADHD and codependency.
Ashley starts by listening to each person’s story and noting the strengths already present. She encourages clear, practical steps people can try between sessions. Conversations focus on what is happening now and what small changes might bring relief.
Her background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Social Work, both from the University of Kentucky. She has worked in clinical settings and has supervised newer therapists in areas like stress management, trauma response, and building motivation.
In sessions she draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and on practical problem solving. People can expect straightforward discussion, skill practice, and check-ins on progress. The approach is collaborative and centered on achievable goals.
Ashley pays attention to patterns such as people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, and caretaking that happens at personal cost. She helps people notice those patterns and try different ways of responding. Her aim is to help clients build clearer choices and steadier daily routines.
How sessions work
Approaches used and how online sessions fit
Ashley uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on current problems and practical skills. One common approach she uses teaches concrete coping skills for stress and anxiety, like short grounding exercises and step-by-step plans to manage overwhelming feelings. This helps when day-to-day stress or panic get in the way of functioning.Another approach focuses on processing traumatic experiences and their impact on daily life. That work looks at how past events affect present behavior and emotions, and it guides people to try new responses to old patterns. It can be useful for people who feel stuck because of past hurt.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Ashley works together with clients to choose techniques that match their goals, needs, and comfort. She reviews what helps and adjusts the plan as therapy progresses.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified in her biography. In general, online work can make fitting therapy into a busy life easier by reducing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. It can also allow sessions to happen from different locations on days when schedule flexibility matters. Confirm the exact session options offered when you sign up.
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Also works with
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, life changes, relationship and family concerns, grief, eating and parenting issues, bipolar and depression, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and codependency.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and collaborative. She listens for strengths, suggests skills to try between sessions, and checks on progress together.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of experience working in clinical settings and has supervised newer therapists in areas such as stress management and trauma response.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Kentucky and practices in Kentucky.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
What formats are available for sessions?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; follow the site process to review pricing for your area.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.