Ashley Velasquez(She/Her/Hers)

Ashley Velasquez is a dedicated and compassionate mental health counselor who is passionate about supporting individuals through life’s challenges with empathy, insight, and practical tools. She understands the unique complexities each person brings to therapy and tailors her approach to help clients feel seen, valued, and empowered.

Ashley creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. Her eclectic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and psychodynamic techniques. She has experience supporting clients dealing with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, grief, eating disorders, work-related stress, stress management, and family and relational issues. Her style is collaborative, warm, and intuitive, making it easier for clients to openly explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment.

A skilled guide through life transitions, Ashley supports clients in navigating pivotal moments with self-awareness and resilience. She empowers clients to let go of unhelpful patterns, reinforce those that serve them, and develop personalized coping strategies. Her collaborative, warm, and intuitive style fosters clarity, emotional resilience, and a deeper understanding of oneself.

Ashley holds an M.S.Ed. in Mental Health Counseling from Hunter College and brings diverse experience from both hospital and private practice settings. Clients can expect a therapeutic experience that is supportive yet insightful, helping them achieve self-discovery, healing, and sustainable growth.