Ashley (she/her) is a Licensed Independent Social Worker. She received her undergraduate degree and later a Master's Degree in Social Work at the University of Iowa. Ashley is currently working toward her Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) certification.

Ashley is specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating patterns, and body image distress. Ashley is also highly skilled at treating associated mental health concerns often related to eating disorders such as anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma. 

With a decade of experience in teaching yoga under her belt, aspects of mindfulness and meditation are often incorporated into sessions. As a previous child life specialist, she utilizes her skills gained in working with persons with chronic illnesses, grief, and bereavement to benefit her clients.  

As a clinician, Ashley strives to bring warmth, authenticity, compassionate curiosity, and honest feedback to her sessions. Ashley also ensures there is room for laughter, quiet reflection, and time to learn tools needed to thrive.  

Ashley works with clients to recognize how systems of oppression deeply impact our wellbeing and strives to make the world safer for all individuals. Ashley works from an anti-diet lens and is HAES aligned. Ashley welcomes and is affirming of all races, gender identities, and sexual identities. 

Ashley sees high school aged clients and adults. She accepts Wellmark BCBS plans. Her self-pay rate is $195 for an intake session and $185 for subsequent sessions, with limited sliding scale availability.