Ashley Maag , LPC-MHSP

Ashley Maag is a Tennessee-licensed counselor with four years of professional experience who focuses on helping people navigate addiction, trauma, adjustment to disability, anxiety, depression, and related concerns. She holds the LPC-MHSP credential - Licensed Professional Counselor, Mental Health Service Provider - which reflects her training to support emotional and behavioral health needs.

Ashley prioritizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can share thoughts and feelings honestly. She emphasizes listening and collaboration, guiding clients through practical strategies while offering compassion and validation. Her work balances support, education, and skill-building to help clients move toward clearer goals and improved coping.

Ashley believes there is strength in seeking help and approaches therapy with the intent to listen, support, teach, and empower. Clients who are working through substance use concerns, traumatic experiences, or major life adjustments can expect a steady, respectful therapeutic relationship focused on tangible progress and personal resilience.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Ashley integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into her online practice. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration - the therapist follows the client's lead to build trust and support personal growth, which is helpful for clients seeking acceptance and a stronger sense of self. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and building practical skills to manage symptoms like anxiety and depression. DBT offers techniques for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for clients managing intense emotions or relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ashley works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more flexible and accessible. These options allow clients to engage in therapy from their own environments, fit sessions into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of support even when circumstances change.