Ashley McNealy

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Hello, my name is Ashley. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), in Florida with years of experience as a therapist. I have worked in broad range of concerns including troubled adolescence, anxiety, depression, anger management, bipolar disorder, PTSD, Mild Intellectual Disorder, long term-severe psychosis, gender identity, substance abuse, physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, self-esteem. Additionally, I have been working in the field of criminal justice and mental health for over 10+years assisting individuals and families connect with local community agencies who aide with home placements, mentally ill, suicide prevention, and substance abuse treatment.

My counseling style is very collaborative, empathetic, mindful, and client-centered, with a direct and straightforward approach. I believe in treating everyone with respect and dignity but most importantly demonstrating compassion for all and being sensitive to the needs of others is a plus for me. As my clients take the first step of therapy with collaborative efforts ensuring step by step process to the finish line, with overcoming different obstacles that life throws at you, no matter what your mental health issues are, my clients are those who are determined to change. “You can do it”

Years Experience: 8

Location: Florida, United States

Accepting New Clients: No

Gender: Female

Accepting international clients: Yes

NPI Number: 1083287437

Credentials: FL LMHC MH19519

Languages Spoken: English

Licenses: LMHC (Florida) #MH19519 exp 2027-03-31

List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger, Bipolar, Depression, Addictions, LGBT, Relationship, Family, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping, Parenting, Self esteem, Career, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Female therapist, Gay, Non-religious

Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp

Therapist of color: Yes

Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

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Ashley McNealy

Compassionate, practical mental health support

Florida-licensed therapist
Trauma and anxiety specialist
Flexible online sessions

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About

Ashley McNealy is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with eight years of experience providing therapy. She offers care for a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Her practice also addresses relationship and family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep disorders, parenting challenges, self-esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching needs, and compassion fatigue. Ashley has worked with gender identity concerns and has experience supporting LGBT clients.

In addition to her clinical work, she has more than ten years of experience in the intersection of criminal justice and mental health, helping individuals and families connect with local community agencies that assist with home placements, services for people with serious mental illness, suicide prevention, and substance use treatment.

Ashley’s approach to counseling is collaborative, empathetic, mindful, and client-centered, paired with a direct and straightforward manner. She emphasizes respect, dignity, and compassion while remaining sensitive to each person’s needs. She guides clients through a step-by-step process to address obstacles and supports those who are determined to make meaningful change.

Location: Florida, United States

Years Experience: 8

Gender: Female

Languages Spoken: English

Therapist of Color: Yes

Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Anger, Bipolar, Depression, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse

Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Career, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Coaching, Codependency, Commitment issues, Compassion fatigue, Compulsion, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Dependent personality, Disability, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Domestic violence, Family, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Grief, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, LGBT, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Parenting, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Relationship, Relationship, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Sleeping, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Trichotillomania, Veterans, Women’s issues, Young adult issues

Therapeutic approach: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

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Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp

Currently Accepting New Clients: No

Accepting International Clients: Yes

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Credentials & Verification

Credentials: FL LMHC MH19519
NPI Number: 1083287437
License: LMHC (Florida) #MH19519 exp 2027-03-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Choice for Your Mental Health Journey?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can really help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions. A major benefit of remote care is the flexibility it offers – clients can connect in the format that fits their life, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to maintain regular sessions and integrate therapy into a busy schedule. Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and clients have the option to change therapists at any time if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. Online therapy can be a practical and accessible way to get support for many everyday mental health needs.

How much experience does Ashley McNealy have?

Ashley McNealy has 8 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Ashley McNealy a licensed therapist?

Yes, Ashley McNealy is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida (FL LMHC MH19519).

In which languages does Ashley McNealy provide therapy?

Ashley McNealy provides therapy in English.

Where is Ashley McNealy located?

Ashley McNealy is located in Florida.

How can I work with Ashley McNealy as my therapist?

You can work with Ashley McNealy through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

Does Ashley McNealy work with international clients?

Ashley McNealy does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ashley McNealy 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.

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