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Dr. Ashley Thomas, LCMHC

Licensed counselor supporting growth and resilience
  • Client-centered approach
  • CBT and DBT tools
  • Flexible online sessions

About Dr. Ashley Thomas

Dr. Ashley Thomas is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina with nine years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked with school-aged children (K-12), young adults, and adults, and spent one year supporting clients in a residential substance use and mental health program. Dr. Thomas earned her undergraduate degree from North Carolina A&T State University and completed graduate training in Clinical Mental Health Counseling along with a PhD in Developmental Psychology from Capella University.

Her practice centers on helping clients define and reach personal goals while providing steady encouragement and practical tools. She emphasizes seeing strengths in each person and supports clients in recognizing their own progress, whether changes are large or small. Dr. Thomas draws on evidence-informed methods to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, addictions, ADHD, bipolar disorder, relationship and family issues, parenting challenges, career concerns, and caregiver strain.

Clients can expect a collaborative, goal-focused approach that balances empathy with actionable strategies. Dr. Thomas seeks to meet people where they are and to offer direction and reminders when clients need an extra nudge to move toward their goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Antisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Ashley Thomas have?

Dr. Ashley Thomas has 9 years of experience in the mental health field, including one year working within a residential substance use and mental health program.

Is Dr. Ashley Thomas a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCMHC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. License details are NC LCMHC 14931.

In which languages does Dr. Ashley Thomas provide therapy?

Dr. Ashley Thomas provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Ashley Thomas located?

Dr. Ashley Thomas is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Dr. Ashley Thomas as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Ashley Thomas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Ashley Thomas work with international clients?

Dr. Ashley Thomas does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Ashley Thomas cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches that work well online

Dr. Ashley Thomas uses client-centered therapy to place the client's goals and values at the center of care, offering empathy and collaboration while helping people identify what they most want to change. This approach supports a wide range of concerns by respecting each person’s priorities and pace.

She also draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and learning practical strategies to shift them. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes. Additionally, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can help when strong emotions or relationship challenges get in the way of daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Thomas works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time in partnership with the client. Licensed professionals can deliver these approaches in online formats such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which increases flexibility and accessibility and makes it easier to fit therapy into busy or changing schedules.

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