Ashley Spitzer, LISW
Warm, practical therapy for individuals and families
- Client-centered care
- Experienced LISW
- Ages 13 and up
About Ashley Spitzer
Ashley Spitzer is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 20 years of clinical experience who provides compassionate, practical support for individuals and families in Ohio and beyond. She brings a warm, laidback manner to sessions and encourages clients to use therapy as their own time to vent, process, and clarify needs, wants, and goals. Her work is grounded in a client-focused approach that prioritizes immediate symptoms and real-life concerns while remaining flexible about interventions.
Ashley welcomes authenticity and open feedback, choosing interventions thoughtfully and adjusting them based on each person’s comfort and preferences. She emphasizes education and empowerment across mind, body, and spirit, helping people build consistency, practice empathy, and set healthy boundaries. That approach supports a wide range of concerns including stress and anxiety, depression and grief, trauma and relationship issues, addictions, LGBT-related matters, parenting and blended family difficulties, body image and eating issues, sleep and career challenges, ADHD and bipolar management, and other life transitions.
She works with adolescents and adults ages 13 and up, offering assessments, individual therapy, and family therapy. Ashley is licensed in Ohio - OH LISW I.1500357-SUPV - and applies evidence-informed methods to help clients move forward at their own pace. She is accepting international clients and welcomes questions about fit, availability, and next steps.
Ashley welcomes authenticity and open feedback, choosing interventions thoughtfully and adjusting them based on each person’s comfort and preferences. She emphasizes education and empowerment across mind, body, and spirit, helping people build consistency, practice empathy, and set healthy boundaries. That approach supports a wide range of concerns including stress and anxiety, depression and grief, trauma and relationship issues, addictions, LGBT-related matters, parenting and blended family difficulties, body image and eating issues, sleep and career challenges, ADHD and bipolar management, and other life transitions.
She works with adolescents and adults ages 13 and up, offering assessments, individual therapy, and family therapy. Ashley is licensed in Ohio - OH LISW I.1500357-SUPV - and applies evidence-informed methods to help clients move forward at their own pace. She is accepting international clients and welcomes questions about fit, availability, and next steps.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Blended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ashley Spitzer have?
Ashley Spitzer has 20 years of experience.
Is Ashley Spitzer a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LISW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. Her license details are OH LISW I.1500357-SUPV.
In which languages does Ashley Spitzer provide therapy?
Ashley Spitzer provides therapy in English.
Where is Ashley Spitzer located?
Ashley Spitzer is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Ashley Spitzer as my therapist?
You can work with Ashley Spitzer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ashley Spitzer work with international clients?
Yes, Ashley Spitzer works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ashley Spitzer 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 that guide online therapy and support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and then take actions that align with personal values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions where moving forward matters more than eliminating discomfort.Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s experience by offering an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead. This approach supports self-exploration, relationship concerns, identity questions, and emotional processing by reinforcing the client’s strengths and autonomy.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors through practical strategies. It is commonly applied for depression, anxiety, insomnia, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Ashley works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and may integrate techniques from different models to best support progress. Licensed professionals and therapists often tailor methods over time to match what is working.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy lives, maintain continuity during transitions, and access support from different locations. These options allow clients to choose formats that feel most comfortable while working toward their goals.