Ashley McNealy

Compassionate, practical therapy for life’s challenges

LMHC Florida

Experience: 8 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Ashley

Ashley McNealy is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida who helps people facing a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, relationship and intimacy issues, and career stress.

Background and approach

She brings eight years of clinical experience and draws on approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to tailor care to each person’s needs. Her style is collaborative and compassionate, combining a client-centered stance with straightforward, practical guidance.

Ashley emphasizes respect and dignity while working alongside clients who are motivated to make changes, offering step-by-step support to address obstacles and build coping skills. She also has a background that includes work at the intersection of criminal justice and mental health, which involved coordinating community resources for people navigating substance abuse treatment, suicide prevention, and housing needs.

Ashley accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English. As an LMHC licensed in Florida (FL LMHC MH19519), she offers flexible session formats to meet different schedules and preferences, helping clients find approaches that fit their goals and life circumstances.

Therapeutic approaches and online options that fit your life

Ashley commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in her work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to symptoms such as anxiety or depression, helping clients build practical strategies for daily challenges. ACT emphasizes values-driven action and acceptance of internal experiences, supporting people who are coping with persistent emotions, grief, or life transitions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She works with clients to explore which methods align with their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds so therapy remains relevant and practical.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life or when location is a barrier. These formats provide flexibility for scheduling, quick access for check-ins or skill practice, and multiple ways to engage so clients can choose what feels most comfortable for them.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

Ashley works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, parenting and self-esteem concerns, and career or life transitions.

What is her general therapeutic approach and style?

She uses a collaborative, client-centered approach paired with practical, direct guidance. Techniques include methods from CBT, ACT, DBT, attachment-based work, and client-centered therapy to build coping skills and support change.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Ashley has eight years of experience as a therapist and additional background working at the interface of criminal justice and mental health to connect people with community resources and treatment services.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with the license number FL LMHC MH19519.

Does she work with non-English speakers or international clients?

Sessions are conducted in English, and she does accept international clients.

Which session formats are available?

She offers multiple online session formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English