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Ashley Pierce

Resilient care grounded in practical skills

LCSW Texas

Experience
3 years in practice
Focus areas
Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English

About Ashley

Ashley Pierce is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Texas who brings three years of clinical experience and military background to her work.

Background and approach

She focuses on trauma, substance-related concerns, obsessive-compulsive patterns, grief and loss, anger, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety, offering compassionate support to people navigating these challenges. Her experience includes work with veterans and others affected by combat-related stress, and she uses evidence-informed methods to help clients build coping skills and find direction.

Pierce blends practical, skills-based strategies with attention to personal meaning and relationships. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.

Describing therapy as a sometimes difficult but worthwhile process, she emphasizes collaborative work and respects the courage it takes to begin. Prospective clients in Texas can expect a practitioner who values steady progress, real-world tools, and a supportive therapeutic relationship.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online care

Ashley commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can be useful for depression, anxiety, OCD, and anger. She also employs Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to support people in clarifying values, increasing psychological flexibility, and learning how to engage in meaningful actions despite difficult feelings. Attachment-Based Therapy is used to explore relational patterns and improve emotional connection and safety within relationships.

Deciding which method to use is part of the collaborative work between therapist and client. She will help assess needs, goals, and preferences and then recommend approaches or combine techniques to best fit the situation. This process is interactive and revisited as progress unfolds.

Online sessions offer flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it possible to access care from home or other convenient locations in Texas. These formats allow for consistent follow-up, between-session support when appropriate, and easier scheduling for people balancing work, family, or other commitments.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Ashley address?
She works with trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem struggles, depression, and anxiety, along with issues like substance use, OCD, phobias, and relationship challenges.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach blends practical skills training with reflective work; she uses evidence-informed therapies and emphasizes collaboration and steady progress.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience as a licensed clinical social worker working with clients in Texas.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds an LCSW credential with the Texas license number TX LCSW 109022 and is based in Texas.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only; international clients are not currently accepted.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on scheduling and preference.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sex addictionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Narrative TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English