• 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.

Gentrification, Homelessness, and the Fight for Community Identity

Behind Venice, California's beautiful canals, luxury homes, and artistic culture lies a complex story of gentrification, homelessness, and housing inequality. Reflecting on my 2017 community assessment, I explore how economic development can reshape neighborhoods, displace longtime residents, and challenge community identity—and why social work advocacy is essential to promoting social justice and belonging.

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