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Tara Ashley, LICSW, LCSW

Montana therapist for healing and growth
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and relationships
  • Pregnancy and women's issues

About Tara Ashley

Tara Ashley is a licensed social worker in Montana with more than 16 years of experience helping people navigate difficult life moments and build more fulfilling lives. She holds LICSW and LCSW credentials - both clinical social work licenses that indicate advanced training and clinical experience - and brings a steady, compassionate presence to work with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma recovery, and broader personal growth.

Tara focuses on challenges such as isolation, questions of life purpose, guilt and shame, and major transitions including divorce and separation. Her practice supports people facing professional burnout, parenting pressures, and identity shifts, and she has particular experience assisting women through pregnancy, childbirth, and career development. She also addresses issues like grief, intimacy-related concerns, sleeping difficulties, and coping with mood disorders and life changes.

Known for a collaborative, respectful style, Tara meets each person where they are and adapts therapeutic methods to individual needs. She aims to create a space where clients can explore their experiences, build resilience, and work toward meaningful change at a pace that fits their goals and values.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

Divorce and separationGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Tara Ashley have?

Tara Ashley has 16 years of clinical experience working with individuals on a range of mental health and life transition concerns.

Is Tara Ashley a licensed therapist?

Yes. Tara holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW, which are clinical social work licenses. License details are MN LICSW 31959 and MT LCSW BBH-LCSW-LIC-50251.

In which languages does Tara Ashley provide therapy?

Tara provides therapy in English.

Where is Tara Ashley located?

Tara is located in Montana.

How can I work with Tara Ashley as my therapist?

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

Does Tara Ashley work with international clients?

Tara Ashley does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Tara Ashley cost?

Costs can vary based on factors such as location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match with the 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 clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then clarify personal values and take practical steps toward a meaningful life. This approach can be useful for anxiety, stress, and people seeking clearer direction in life.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients lead the conversation and the therapist offers empathy and support. It is helpful for building self-understanding, processing relationship challenges, and fostering emotional growth.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and offers practical strategies to shift unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep concerns, and coping with life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Tara will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts interventions over time to fit changing circumstances and priorities.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow clients to engage in therapy from home or on the go, fit sessions into busy schedules, and continue care across life changes while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor treatment to their situation.

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