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Ashley Gaines, LPC

Pennsylvania LPC specializing in relationships and resilience
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship support
  • Trauma and grief

About Ashley Gaines

Ashley Gaines is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 20 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and depression. She brings a compassionate, respectful, and sensitive approach to each therapeutic relationship, adapting the tone and structure of sessions to meet the particular needs of each person.

Ashley works collaboratively with clients to create individualized treatment plans, tailoring conversation and interventions to address self-esteem, family and parenting concerns, grief, anger, career questions, ADHD, and other life changes. Her practice also includes focused work around abandonment, attachment and blended family issues, chronic illness and caregiver stress, and a range of other challenges that can affect daily functioning and relationships.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ashley Gaines have?

Ashley Gaines has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Ashley Gaines a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: PA LPC PC012120.

In which languages does Ashley Gaines provide therapy?

Ashley Gaines provides therapy in English.

Where is Ashley Gaines located?

Ashley Gaines is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Ashley Gaines as my therapist?

You can work with Ashley Gaines through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ashley Gaines work with international clients?

No. Ashley Gaines does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ashley Gaines cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches for Online Care and Therapeutic Work

Ashley commonly integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic space where the therapist follows the client’s lead to explore feelings and values, which can be helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and grief. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) uses practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can support work on anxiety, depression, stress management, and coping with life changes.

She may also draw on emotionally-focused therapy to address attachment and relationship issues when appropriate, helping clients understand and reshape emotional interactions in close relationships. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Ashley collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy with Ashley is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility and access for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home, manage ongoing work between sessions, and maintain continuity of care during life transitions.

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