Ashley Pierce, LCSW
LCSW Army veteran specializing in trauma care
- Veteran-focused trauma care
- Grief and anger support
- CBT and ACT approaches
About Ashley Pierce
Ashley Pierce is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Army veteran who provides therapy for residents of Texas. She brings clinical training and lived experience working with military populations, focusing on combat veterans as well as others who have served. Her practice centers on addressing trauma and abuse, substance use concerns, obsessive-compulsive patterns, grief and loss, anger, self-esteem struggles, depression, and anxiety.
Ashley uses evidence-informed methods to help clients build coping skills, process difficult experiences, and pursue meaningful change. She has particular experience supporting people through the aftermath of loss, problems with impulse control, and challenges that arise after military service. Clients seeking help with relationship or communication problems, challenges related to divorce or separation, or issues tied to addiction and recovery may also find relevant experience in her background.
Ashley recognizes that starting therapy can feel daunting and that the work itself may bring up difficult emotions. She frames the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative journey and expresses that it is an honor to walk alongside people who are ready to heal and grow. Taking the first step to begin therapy is acknowledged as an act of courage, and Ashley affirms that decision while supporting each individual’s path forward.
Ashley uses evidence-informed methods to help clients build coping skills, process difficult experiences, and pursue meaningful change. She has particular experience supporting people through the aftermath of loss, problems with impulse control, and challenges that arise after military service. Clients seeking help with relationship or communication problems, challenges related to divorce or separation, or issues tied to addiction and recovery may also find relevant experience in her background.
Ashley recognizes that starting therapy can feel daunting and that the work itself may bring up difficult emotions. She frames the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative journey and expresses that it is an honor to walk alongside people who are ready to heal and grow. Taking the first step to begin therapy is acknowledged as an act of courage, and Ashley affirms that decision while supporting each individual’s path forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Communication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sex addictionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Narrative Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ashley Pierce have?
Ashley Pierce has 3 years of experience.
Is Ashley Pierce a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). License: TX LCSW 109022.
In which languages does Ashley Pierce provide therapy?
Ashley Pierce provides therapy in English.
Where is Ashley Pierce located?
Ashley Pierce is located in Texas.
How can I work with Ashley Pierce as my therapist?
You can work with Ashley Pierce through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ashley Pierce work with international clients?
Ashley Pierce does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ashley Pierce 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your 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 and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and build practical habits that align with those values. It focuses on accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that support a meaningful life, and can be useful for anxiety, depression, and struggles with motivation.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a skills-based approach that identifies unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches concrete strategies to change them. CBT is often used to address depression, anxiety, anger, and obsessive-compulsive symptoms by teaching problem-solving, thought restructuring, and behavioral experiments.
Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape expectations and patterns in close relationships today. It can help people improve communication, rebuild trust, and understand relational responses following trauma or loss.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. A therapist will work collaboratively with the person seeking help to determine which methods align best with their goals, needs, and preferences, and may blend techniques from different models to fit the individual.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people with busy schedules, limited local options, or mobility concerns. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals and continue consistent care from different locations while maintaining the continuity of therapeutic work.