Ashley Mott is a compassionate counselor with a profound dedication to guiding individuals through the messy, imperfect beauty of life. With her expertise in navigating significant life transitions, she supports those facing challenges such as changing careers, navigating ending or beginning intimate relationships, coping with grief, and breaking free from outgrown patterns of behavior. Ashley specializes in assisting those raised in dysfunctional or alcoholic families, drawing upon her clinical training as a contemplative psychotherapist. She is committed to helping clients reconnect with their inherent worth, wildness, and unique gifts. Through a therapeutic approach that includes mindfulness-based techniques, compassion-focused therapy, and person-centered practices, Ashley creates a gentle and spacious environment for clients to articulate their thoughts, feelings, and body sensations. She believes that engaging with discomfort can lead to greater fulfillment, ease, and joy in life. Ashley's intention is to foster a therapeutic relationship that encourages exploration of both conscious and unconscious experiences, ultimately enriching her clients' relationships with themselves and others.