• Writings by Dr. Ashley

    I spent years in school immersed in the study of how our minds, bodies, and spirits connect. Rather than letting my writings sit in a folder, I’ve taken my essays on transpersonal psychology, social work, psychophysiology, and neurofeedback and turned them into these blog posts.

    This is my academic journey shared one reflection at a time. Bridging the gap between rigorous study and the personal insights that make sense of the human experience.

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The Child Protection Blind Spot: Are Clinicians Overlooking Minors' Relationships With AI?

What happens when a child's romantic partner isn't human, but artificial intelligence? As minors engage in increasingly sophisticated romantic and sexual interactions with AI, clinicians face difficult questions about mandated reporting, confidentiality, and parental involvement. Are our existing ethical standards and clinical assessment frameworks keeping up with technology, or are we overlooking an emerging child protection concern?

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Trauma, Healing, and the Power of Being Seen

How do childhood trauma, relationships, and our environments shape who we become? Reflecting on my experiences growing up in foster care, I explore the biopsychosocial model, emotional healing, the importance of supportive relationships, and how one school social worker helped me recognize my dignity and worth.

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How Nonprofit Budgets Impact Social Workers and the Communities They Serve

How can nonprofit organizations pay social workers fairly while maintaining quality services? Drawing from a graduate social work budgeting exercise, I explore the ethical challenges of nonprofit funding, employee compensation, organizational sustainability, and the difficult decisions that influence care for vulnerable communities.

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