Ashley Cloud, LPC, LMHC

Ashley Cloud maintains morning availability from 3 AM to 11 AM CST, and asks that prospective clients confirm their schedules align with these hours.

Ashley works with people who feel stuck in persistent negative thoughts, intense emotions, or unhelpful behavioral patterns and who want to build more meaning and joy in their lives. She approaches therapy as a partnership, aiming to help clients cultivate self-compassion, develop practical skills for managing life stressors, and recognize their own resilience.

She views therapy as an individualized process rather than a one-size-fits-all solution. While her clinical background is strongly grounded in behavioral methods, Ashley adapts her approach to suit each person she meets, blending techniques and perspectives to support specific goals and life circumstances.

Ashley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), professional credentials indicating formal training and state licensure to provide counseling services. She has five years of experience working in mental health and substance use settings and is professionally trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Ashley draws from multiple theories to tailor care that fits each client’s needs and strengths.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Ashley uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients’ experiences and goals guide the work. This approach emphasizes empathy and collaboration and can be helpful for concerns about self-esteem, relationships, and life transitions.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is practical and skills-based, often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management.

Trauma-Focused Therapy is another area of Ashley’s training, including professional training in Cognitive Processing Therapy. These methods focus on processing traumatic experiences and reducing the ways trauma affects day-to-day functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ashley works collaboratively with each person to select and adapt methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy with Ashley is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it possible to access regular support without travel, allowing therapy to fit into busy or changing routines.