Dr. Ashley Ascherl Pechek , LPC

Dr. Ashley Ascherl Pechek is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Colorado with 15 years of experience across a range of counseling settings. She holds a Master of Arts in Community Counseling (MA, 2008) and a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision (2018). In addition to offering part-time counseling to individuals, children, and families, she also serves as a faculty member in an online counseling program. The LPC credential indicates state licensure to provide professional counseling services.

Her clinical stance is integrative, drawing on Gestalt and client-centered principles to tailor care to each person. She emphasizes meeting clients where they are and supports them in working toward personal growth. To personalize treatment, she incorporates a range of therapeutic techniques, including cognitive-behavioral methods, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-informed approaches.

Dr. Pechek prioritizes helping clients feel heard, validated, and empowered through a strong therapeutic alliance. Whether someone is seeking counseling for the first time or returning to therapy, she focuses on understanding the experience and collaborating on practical steps forward. If a person is ready to take that step, she offers support and encouragement throughout the counseling process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Ashley Ascherl Pechek draws on client-centered therapy to create a supportive environment where the client’s perspective guides the process - this approach helps people explore their values and build self-awareness while addressing relationship or life transition concerns. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; CBT is practical for symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and for developing concrete coping skills. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is another approach she employs to help partners and family members understand and reshape emotional responses that affect intimacy and connection.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Pechek collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She works with clients to adjust strategies over time so therapy remains aligned with their priorities.

Online therapy formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - provide flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to attend sessions from different locations. These options help licensed professionals and therapists maintain continuity of care and offer timely support, while allowing clients to choose the communication style that feels most accessible to them.