Ashley Kingston, LCPC
Montana LCPC supporting healing and connection
- Trauma and relationship support
- Person-centered care
- Online counseling available
About Ashley Kingston
Ashley Kingston is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Montana who focuses on helping adults reconnect with their authentic selves and build lasting change. She supports people facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, disordered eating, grief, stress, relationship and intimacy challenges, parenting concerns, substance use, self-harm, suicidal ideation, mood and personality disorders, and life transitions. Her practice also addresses issues such as ADHD, compassion fatigue, addiction, bipolar disorder, and a variety of relational and attachment difficulties.
Ashley holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in addiction from Walden University and is a Nationally Board-Certified Counselor, a credential reflecting national professional standards. She is certified in Telehealth Therapy (THTC) and provides online counseling services. As an LCPC she is licensed to provide clinical mental health services in Montana.
Her primary orientation is person-centered - viewing clients as the experts on their lives and working collaboratively to create a respectful, empowering space. She integrates attachment-based and somatic practices with evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT), existential therapy, mindfulness, crisis intervention, psychoeducation, and solution-focused techniques. When appropriate she incorporates holistic tools like breathwork, gentle movement, meditation, and grounding to help clients learn to listen to their bodies and rebuild trust in their inner voice.
Ashley’s availability is Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Mountain Standard Time. She typically responds to messages at least twice daily, once in the morning and once in the evening, and offers the option to schedule live audio or live chat sessions in advance. She does not offer video sessions, which supports a flexible environment where clients can reflect and share without added pressure.
Ashley holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in addiction from Walden University and is a Nationally Board-Certified Counselor, a credential reflecting national professional standards. She is certified in Telehealth Therapy (THTC) and provides online counseling services. As an LCPC she is licensed to provide clinical mental health services in Montana.
Her primary orientation is person-centered - viewing clients as the experts on their lives and working collaboratively to create a respectful, empowering space. She integrates attachment-based and somatic practices with evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT), existential therapy, mindfulness, crisis intervention, psychoeducation, and solution-focused techniques. When appropriate she incorporates holistic tools like breathwork, gentle movement, meditation, and grounding to help clients learn to listen to their bodies and rebuild trust in their inner voice.
Ashley’s availability is Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Mountain Standard Time. She typically responds to messages at least twice daily, once in the morning and once in the evening, and offers the option to schedule live audio or live chat sessions in advance. She does not offer video sessions, which supports a flexible environment where clients can reflect and share without added pressure.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ashley Kingston have?
Ashley Kingston has 6 years of clinical experience.
Is Ashley Kingston a licensed therapist?
Yes. Ashley holds the LCPC credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. License details are MT LCPC BBH-LCPC-LIC-50264.
In which languages does Ashley Kingston provide therapy?
Ashley provides therapy in English.
Where is Ashley Kingston located?
Ashley is located in Montana.
How can I work with Ashley Kingston as my therapist?
You can work with Ashley Kingston through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ashley Kingston work with international clients?
Yes. Ashley Kingston works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ashley Kingston 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 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.
Attachment and Person-Centered Care Delivered Remotely
Attachment-Based Therapy centers on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection. It focuses on identifying attachment needs, improving relational safety, and repairing trust, which can be helpful for clients coping with abandonment, trauma, or relationship struggles.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist supports the client’s own process of growth. This approach helps people explore values, build self-compassion, and move toward goals at their own pace.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many life transitions where changing patterns of thinking can reduce distress.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ashley works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods best match each person’s needs, goals, and preferences, and she tailors sessions to reflect those choices.
Online therapy can make that collaborative work more accessible. Remote options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling, allow therapy to fit around work and family demands, and provide multiple ways to engage depending on comfort level. Ashley is certified in telehealth therapy and provides online counseling, and she can help clients choose the format that supports their progress while accommodating their daily life.