- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem and depression
- Attachment and adoption
About Ashley
Ashley Longabaugh-Cantos is a Florida licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with six years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Ashley works with adults who notice patterns from their upbringing still shaping current choices and relationships.
Ashley uses straightforward conversation to identify unhelpful patterns and practical steps to change them. She draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to help people notice thoughts, try new behaviors, and clarify values. Sessions often include mindfulness exercises and problem-focused work to manage symptoms day to day.
Her background includes experience supporting people from challenging circumstances and those navigating major transitions. The biography mentions adoption and foster care, attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and issues around body image and eating. Those areas inform how she approaches relationship and identity work.
Ashley mentions life as a military spouse and time living overseas, which influence her awareness of relocation, cultural shifts, and the strain of repeated change. She also uses humor and an easy tone to lighten tense moments when appropriate. Pets sometimes appear during sessions as a casual presence.
People who come to Ashley typically want clear steps, practical tools, and a conversational therapist who will listen closely. Readers should confirm current session formats before booking to match logistics to their needs.
How therapeutic approaches appear in online sessions
Ashley uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice difficult thoughts and make choices that match their values. ACT often focuses on accepting feelings while taking small steps toward meaningful goals, which can help with anxiety and life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going. CBT in sessions typically includes practical exercises, homework, and skills for managing symptoms like worry or low mood.
Client-Centered Therapy gives space for people to describe their experience and be heard. That approach supports clearer personal goals and builds on the client’s own strengths while they try new strategies.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Ashley discusses options with each person and adapts methods based on goals, preferences, and what is helping in early sessions. The collaboration helps decide whether to emphasize ACT, CBT, or client-centered conversation.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Many people find remote sessions help fit therapy into busy routines, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Talk with Ashley about scheduling, session length, and practical needs to align therapy with everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to family patterns?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes that often stem from family-of-origin patterns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Ashley uses conversational, practical work. She combines acceptance and commitment ideas, cognitive-behavioral tasks, and client-centered listening to help people test new behaviors.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of clinical experience as a mental health counselor.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Florida LMHC and practices from Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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