• 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.

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.

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