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Ashley Spitzer, LISW
Ohio
Ohio LISW - Anxiety and Stress focus
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Acceptance and mindfulness
- Trauma-informed care
About Ashley
Ashley Spitzer is an Ohio LISW - a licensed independent social worker with 20 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addiction, trauma, and relationship or intimacy concerns. She also addresses parenting, sleep and eating issues, ADHD, and career or life-change stress.
Ashley focuses on what is happening right now and on clear, practical steps clients can try between sessions. She encourages honest feedback and asks questions so the work stays useful and straightforward. Sessions are a place to vent, process, and set concrete goals rather than cover scripted topics.
Her approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with acceptance and mindfulness ideas and client-centered listening. She uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy methods for relationship and intimacy topics and may include EMDR when trauma memories are a focus. The emphasis is on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, then testing different ways of responding.
Ashley often helps people break problems into small tasks and practice new responses in daily life. She pays attention to boundaries, consistency, and communication skills when family or blended-family dynamics are involved. For caregivers and those managing chronic health issues she addresses stress and coping strategies that fit a busy life.
She works with adolescents 13 and older as well as adults. People who prefer a straightforward, practical style that mixes talk, skills practice, and focused reflection tend to find this approach useful.
If someone wants to begin, the first step is to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session to set goals and plan next steps.
Using CBT, ACT and Client-Centered Work Online
Ashley uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thoughts and habits that increase anxiety or low mood and then test different responses. CBT focuses on clear exercises and behavior changes that can be practiced between sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify values and accept difficult feelings while taking committed action toward goals. Client-centered work means the therapist listens closely and adapts pacing and interventions based on what the person says is most helpful.Figuring out the right approach is part of the work. Ashley treats the decision as collaborative and will discuss which methods match the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. That way a plan is set together rather than imposed.
The main practical benefit of online therapy is fitting sessions into everyday life. It can make it easier to schedule appointments around school, work, or caregiving. If you need to check options, confirm which session formats are available before booking. Sessions focus on skills practice, short experiments between meetings, and regular check-ins to track progress and adjust the plan as needed.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, trauma and relationship or intimacy concerns, plus parenting, sleep and eating issues.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and client-centered. She uses clear steps, skill practice, and client feedback to keep work focused and relevant.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience as a licensed independent social worker in clinical settings.
What credential and location should I know about?
She holds an OH LISW and practices from Ohio.
Can I work with her if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she see international clients?
She does accept international clients, though logistics and scheduling should be confirmed before booking.
How do sessions and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.