- Strength-based approach
- Practical coping skills
- Collaborative sessions
About Ashley
Ashley Shiff is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Maryland. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and major life changes. She keeps the focus on each person's strengths and priorities to help move through hard moments.
Ashley emphasizes that clients are the experts on their own stories. Sessions aim to be collaborative and respectful, with the therapist offering guidance while listening for what matters most. She values small, practical steps that build confidence over time.
Her approach draws on several methods, including Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She also uses Emotionally-Focused and Psychodynamic ideas when they fit the situation. Treatment plans are shaped to address the specific issues someone brings to therapy.
Ashley has worked in the field for 12 years. That experience has included a range of settings helping people manage emotional pain and everyday stressors. She encourages anyone feeling uncertain to acknowledge the courage it takes to reach out.
People who choose to work with Ashley can expect a steady, respectful presence and help identifying realistic next steps. She invites clients to set the pace and to bring what they need to each session.
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Ashley uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening, understanding, and responding to what feels most important to the client. This approach helps people who need a supportive space to tell their story and decide what changes to try.She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or CBT. CBT looks at unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical skills to change them, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress management.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and recommend one or a mix of methods that fit each person's situation. This is a collaborative process where the client helps decide what feels most useful.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not detailed here. Online therapy often makes it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, have shorter check-ins when that helps, or avoid travel time. These practical benefits can make regular work on goals more manageable while keeping the focus on what the client needs.
Areas of expertise
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Ashley help with?
She supports people experiencing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and respectful, centering the client's priorities and strengths while offering guidance and practical steps.
How much experience does she have?
Ashley has 12 years of professional experience working with people facing emotional and life challenges.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds an LCSW-C license in Maryland and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How is payment handled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Ashley?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.