Ashley Higgins
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Covering Challenges Related To:
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD/CPTSD, PTSD in Intimate Relationships, Identity & Self-exploration
Services Offered:
Individual Psychotherapy for Ages 16+ and Couples Counseling.
Education & Certification:
Master of Science in Couples & Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Specialty Training & Experience:*
IFS, Narrative, & Gottman.
About me:
Being a therapist reflects a core part of me that loves getting to know people on a deeper level. When I ask how someone is doing, what I mean is - how are you, really? I love learning about the experiences, thoughts, and feelings of my clients to help them achieve more contentment and joy. Outside of work, I spend time reading science fictions, playing video games, dabbling in needlecrafts, and adoring my cats.
Treatment Orientation & Philosophy:
People often begin counseling when it's too hard to stay the same. Even though reaching out for help may feel like a weakness, distress is often a chance to create meaningful change in your life - not a sign of failure. I believe everyone, whether they've been in therapy for years or are just starting out, already has everything they need to thrive; my role is to help you see and nourish those parts, and in turn, enjoy more peace and fulfillment. Integrating elements of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative therapy, and trauma-informed care, I combine my training and understanding of you to personalize your experience in therapy. I'm especially passionate about supporting people with PTSD, and intimate partners grappling with PTSD, in their healing journey. I'm also a fat-positive therapist and prioritize creating inclusive spaces where people of all body types are valued and respected.
Insurance Accepted:
Self-Pay & OHP through Trillium/OpenCard/Pacific Source Community Solutions
*Specialty Training & Experience includes areas of focus and interest practitioners have obtained additional hours of training and experience in. Any specialties the practitioner has received certification in will appear under Education & Certification.