Ashley Gardella

Ashley Gardella is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist specializing in the needs of children, adolescents, and young adults coping with various challenges. With expertise in addressing anxiety, including social anxiety and panic attacks, as well as depression characterized by suicidal ideations and self-harming behaviors, she provides support in navigating difficult peer and family relationships. Ashley is particularly skilled in handling trauma, with extensive experience in sexual assault and abuse cases. Employing evidence-based modalities such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and elements of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), she enriches her practice with relaxation and mindfulness techniques. With 20 years of experience, Ashley is committed to fostering a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment where clients can freely express and explore their thoughts, feelings, and life experiences in this rapidly changing world.