Path of Life Counseling Welcomes You
Specializing in Telehealth Counseling and Consulting Services
~ Waitlist for New Clients ~
Who I Am
From a young age, I knew I wanted to help others. After exploring various careers, I found my calling when I became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2014. I received my degrees from Old Dominion University (ODU) in Norfolk, Virginia. After being awarded a Masters of Science in Education in 2006, my first career was teaching middle school. I then returned to ODU to earn an Education Specialist degree in School Counseling and Mental Health in 2011. I provide a comprehensive set of services to help boost your confidence and offer support as you navigate your personal goals. I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Attachment Theory, Biblical-based approaches, and Emotional Freedom Techniques integrated, in order to achieve measurable results that allow clients to push forward with a new, positive mindset. While I do believe that true healing and understanding comes from God through Christ, if clients do not desire for Scriptural or faith based interventions to be a part of their work, it is not included. Please browse my services and get in touch if you are interested in working with me.
Services
What I Provide
Family Therapy
I believe that every single human being has a bit of healing to do. Improving your self-awareness and your outlook of troubling situations are just two of the ways in which Family Therapy can dramatically change your life. Parent coaching along side sessions with parents and children are beneficial ways to gain support and learn strategies for building stronger relationships and healthier daily functioning! For these sessions, one of the parents will be the primary client with family members joining sessions as needed to work specifically or collectively on family relationship dynamics.
Psychotherapy
Whatever your reason for seeking out psychotherapy counseling, I’m dedicated to helping you find your way to better mental health and look forward to supporting you on your journey towards the life you deserve. Individual sessions utilize strategies and approaches from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Theory, Biblical-based (if desired), and Emotional Freedom Techniques, and are available for adolescents and adults. I work individually with clients who are ages 15 and older.
Pre-Marital Counseling/Coaching
Marriage is one of the most significant decisions in life. Utilizing the Prepare-Enrich program, we will work together for 6 sessions to explore, grow, and discover practical strategies for a lasting relationship!
Consulting
Whether in the school setting, church ministry, or as a caregiver, we can all find ourselves in unfamiliar situations that leave us feeling overwhelmed and uncertain of what to do. I can help with mental health, behavioral concerns, as well as leadership and communication skills by working with you to problem-solve, implement strategies, and know when to refer or recommend various professional resources.
Client Testimonials
What Clients Say
Parent of Teen Client
Ashley has helped my daughter navigate through the difficulties of teenage years. She meets the needs based on the client and has different styles and skill sets that help the clients reach their goals. I would recommend Path of Life Counseling to anyone!!!
Parent of Teen Client
My daughter has been seeing Mrs. Ashley for over three years for anxiety. She has improved so much and looks forward to her calls with Mrs. Ashley. She is always very professional and makes it very easy for my daughter to express herself about whatever is bothering her. I would recommend anyone to come to Mrs. Ashley for counseling.
Adolescent Client
Ashley is really a great listener who offers me tools to deal with my everyday stressors. I am encouraged, feel safe, and am able to truly express myself. Ashley is insightful and helpful.
Adult Client
Ashley is great at helping teach and introduce coping skills that I use on a daily basis and is very engaging.
Psalm 16:11
“You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”
FAQ
How do I schedule an appointment?
Simply email me through the Contact link above or the Get In Touch section below. I will respond to set up a free, 15-minute phone consult and schedule your first session if you decide to start this Telehealth journey with me.
Will my health insurance cover therapy?
I only accept Aetna, Anthem, and Tricare insurance plans.
I also have cash-pay options for clients seeking therapy who have other plans or no insurance. If you would like to submit to your insurance for reimbursement, I can provide a statement of services.
What are the session fees?
With insurance:
Your co-pay, co-insurance, or the insurance allowable toward your deductible for the appointment would be charged. Calling your insurance customer service will be the best way to know your coverage, copayment, and deductible specific to your plan prior to scheduling your appointments.
Cash-pay Counseling and Virtual Consulting:
$125/ initial session
$75/ 30 minute session
$150/ 60 minute session
$375 / Pre-pay for six 30 minute sessions (does not include the initial session)
$750 / Pre-pay for six 60 minute sessions (does not include the initial session)
On-site Consulting or Team Training:
Based on needs, distance, and length of time.
How do I pay for sessions?
Convenient payment is available through PayPal, Cash App, and Venmo.
All payments are due prior to sessions.
Can I still work with you even if I live outside of Virginia?
Because I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia, I can only work with clients who have a legal residence in the state of Virginia and have insurance based in the state of Virginia (if you are using insurance). If you are out of town for an extended period, but maintain a residence and insurance in Virginia, I could continue to work with you!
Contacting your insurance customer service is the best way to verify your coverage for services and is ultimately the responsibility of the client.
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Publications
A colleague and I have written media for children and their parents/caregivers in order to help grow awesome kids in to amazing adults!! Our books provide ways to talk about difficult topics and encourage self-awareness, healthy boundaries, regulation skills, self-advocacy, and open communication!
We also have a Facebook page, Ashby Consulting, which provides parents and caregivers with helpful parenting tips, real life strategies, and a community of encouragement!!