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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What If Your Therapist Thinks Therapy Is Working, But You Don't?

What happens when a therapist believes treatment is going well, but the client feels differently? Reflecting on my experience with Feedback-Informed Treatment, I explore the importance of client feedback, the therapeutic relationship, and why meaningful progress requires more than clinical expertise—it requires listening, collaboration, and a willingness to change.

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Can Cognitive Processing Therapy Help Youth Recover From Trauma?

How can evidence-based therapy help youth in foster care recover from trauma? Exploring Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), PTSD, and the potential of group treatment, this article examines the unique emotional, developmental, and systemic needs of foster youth and the importance of individualized, trauma-informed care.

Writings by Dr. Ashley

What If Your Therapist Thinks Therapy Is Working, But You Don't?

Can Cognitive Processing Therapy Help Youth Recover From Trauma?