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- Stress and anxiety
- Chronic health issues
- Self esteem work
About Ashley
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Illinois with seven years of experience, Ashley Sloan focuses on stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She works with people who are managing chronic physical health issues as well as emotional symptoms that affect daily functioning. Sessions are in English and intended for individuals rather than couples or families.
Ashley uses practical, evidence-informed techniques to help people manage strong emotions and daily challenges. She addresses low motivation and body image concerns by breaking larger problems into small, manageable steps. When health conditions complicate mood or routine, she helps clients find ways to adapt and problem-solve around those limits.
Her approach is problem-focused and person-centered. She listens for concrete patterns in how stress shows up and offers strategies for coping, pacing, and communication. Work may include setting short-term goals, developing coping skills, and practicing clearer ways to express needs.
Sessions will typically involve talking through recent struggles, identifying what makes symptoms worse, and trying small behavioral changes between meetings. Ashley pays attention to how physical symptoms and emotions interact and adjusts plans as progress is tracked.
People who contact her should be prepared to complete an intake and discuss current stressors, health conditions, and goals. She uses a subscription model for sessions that can be canceled at any time. International clients are not currently accepted.
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Approaches used in online sessions
Ashley practices with evidence-based therapeutic techniques aimed at managing emotion and behavior. One commonly used approach focuses on teaching practical coping skills for stress and anxiety, such as breathing exercises, activity scheduling, and stepwise exposure to feared situations. These techniques help reduce avoidance and increase daily functioning. Another frequent focus is behavioral activation for low mood and motivation. That involves identifying small, achievable activities that can lift mood and rebuild routine. For clients dealing with chronic illness or pain, sessions often include pacing strategies and problem-solving to balance demands and energy. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to try methods, review what helps, and adjust plans based on goals and preferences. Clients help set priorities and measure progress so the work stays focused and practical. Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking, since the biography does not specify formats. Online options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule by reducing travel time and allowing check-ins during breaks, shorter follow-ups when needed, or sessions that avoid camera use if that better suits the client.Sheet 3
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include body image, caregiver stress, chronic pain or illness, communication problems, guilt and isolation.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is problem-focused and person-centered. Sessions aim to identify patterns, set short-term goals, and practice concrete coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. That background includes work with people managing chronic physical health issues and mood symptoms.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Illinois. Her practice is based in Illinois and sessions are provided in English.
Can people who live outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time. Sessions are offered in English to clients within the supported region.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether video or phone sessions are offered.
How is pricing handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the booking process.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.