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Ashley Spitzer

Supportive family and parenting therapist

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Credentials
LISW
Experience
20 years
Licensed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Ashley

Ashley Spitzer is a licensed independent social worker who focuses on practical help for families and parents. She works with people ages 13 and up and aims to keep sessions straightforward and usable. Parents who feel overwhelmed, worried about a teen, or managing life changes will find her calm, down-to-earth style easy to talk with.

Ashley encourages clients to speak freely and asks questions when something is unclear. Sessions are a place to vent, process, and set small goals.

Background and approach

She pays attention to immediate symptoms and day-to-day needs rather than long lectures about theory. Her approach mixes evidence-based tools and a client-centered stance. That means she listens first, then tailors techniques such as cognitive behavioral strategies or mindfulness to fit each person.

She also uses trauma-focused methods like EMDR when appropriate for processing past events. Ashley draws on two decades of clinical work in Ohio to guide parents through stress, grief, sleep and eating struggles, ADHD, and relationship or family problems. She also supports people facing caregiver stress, chronic illness impacts, blended family transitions, and boundary-setting challenges.

In sessions she stays flexible and invites feedback so therapy matches each family's comfort level. The goal is practical change: clearer communication, better routines, and tools to manage strong emotions. Her manner is warm and unhurried, aimed at helping people take small, steady steps forward.

Online approaches for family and parenting needs

Ashley blends cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered work in online sessions. CBT helps identify unhelpful thoughts and build small behavior changes for sleep, anxiety, or parenting routines. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and tailoring support so each person feels heard and choices fit their life.

She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy concepts when useful to help people notice difficult thoughts and act according to their values. That approach can be helpful for parents managing stress, anger, or grieving changes in their family life. Together, these methods give both practical steps and space to process emotions in a gentle way.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. Ashley will talk with each person or family about goals, try techniques, and adjust based on feedback and results. The plan can change over time as needs shift or new issues arise.

Online sessions offer flexibility for busy households. Video calls let people connect face-to-face from home, phone sessions work when screens are impractical, and live chat or text messaging can support quick check-ins or ongoing coaching. These options make it easier to fit therapy into school, work, and caregiving schedules while keeping the focus on usable skills and steady progress.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Ashley address?
Ashley works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, substance-related concerns, trauma, eating and sleep problems, and family conflicts.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses a client-centered, down-to-earth style and focuses on immediate needs. Sessions emphasize listening, practical strategies, and collaborative planning.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Ashley has 20 years of experience in the mental health field working with adolescents and adults in Ohio.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the LISW credential. Her practice is located in Ohio and the license details are OH LISW I.1500357-SUPV.
Which languages are supported and can she work with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different family schedules and needs.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience
20 years
Licensed
Ohio
Languages
English

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