Ashley Simmers , LPC

Ashley Simmers is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Pennsylvania with 14 years of professional experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, anger, low motivation, self-esteem challenges, confidence concerns, and depression. She combines practical strategies with a respectful, strengths-based perspective to help clients navigate difficult moments and build resilience.

Ashley approaches each person as the expert of their own story, affirming existing strengths and partnering to develop new skills. Her style emphasizes collaboration and encouragement, helping individuals identify small, achievable steps toward greater emotional balance and improved day-to-day functioning.

Beginning therapy can take courage, and Ashley recognizes that first step as meaningful. She aims to create a welcoming environment where clients feel seen, heard, and supported while they explore goals, manage symptoms, and work toward clearer direction in their lives.

Approach-Focused Online Therapy with a Licensed Counselor

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes respect for the person's perspective and personal strengths. It involves active listening, empathy, and collaboration to help individuals explore values, clarify goals, and feel supported while making changes. This approach often helps with self-esteem, motivation, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and stress management by teaching coping skills and step-by-step strategies for symptom relief.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-focused awareness and simple attention practices that reduce reactivity and increase emotional regulation. It can be helpful for managing stress, anger, and intrusive thoughts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ashley works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Ashley is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life changes, and allow people to engage in therapy from locations that work for them.