Ashley Cross , LCSW

Ashley Cross is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of mental health concerns. She has worked with individuals managing complex diagnoses such as bipolar disorder, as well as those experiencing anxiety, depression, and significant life transitions. Ashley emphasizes a respectful, non-judgmental approach that allows clients to move at their own pace, and she treats the first session as a gentle starting point rather than a pressure-filled interview.

Ashley practices from a client-centered perspective, meeting each person where they are and building on existing strengths. She frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns, develop practical coping skills, and strengthen resilience. Her aim is to help people cultivate greater clarity, self-compassion, and balance so their lives feel more authentic and aligned with their values.

Outside of her clinical work, Ashley enjoys staying active at the local gym, spending meaningful time with family, and attending outdoor festivals with friends. Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, self-esteem, career concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Ashley Cross draws on client-centered therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on meeting clients where they are and building on their existing strengths, creating an accepting therapeutic relationship that supports personal growth and self-exploration. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-focused approach that helps people identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and develop coping strategies for anxiety, depression, stress, and mood concerns. When helpful, she also integrates elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills for clients who need more structured tools.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. Ashley works with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy offers flexibility that can fit into busy schedules and varied life circumstances. Video calls and phone sessions allow for real-time conversations, while live chat and text-based messaging provide options for check-ins, skill practice, and ongoing support between sessions. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations while maintaining a consistent therapeutic relationship.