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Dr. Ashley Thomas, LCMHC

Guiding clients to growth and resilience
  • Client-centered approach
  • Experienced LCMHC counselor
  • Video phone chat text

About Dr. Ashley Thomas

Dr. Ashley Thomas is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina. She brings nine years of experience in the mental health field, including one year working within a residential program that addressed both substance use and mental health needs. Dr. Thomas has provided care for school-aged children (K-12), young adults, and adults, and holds an undergraduate degree from North Carolina A&T State University along with graduate degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a PhD in Developmental Psychology from Capella University.

Her approach is client-centered and goal driven, focusing on what each person wants to achieve and collaborating to build practical, attainable steps toward those goals. She balances encouragement with gentle reminders and supports, offering tools and strategies rooted in clinical experience so clients can notice progress and recognize their own strengths. Dr. Thomas emphasizes acknowledging efforts, large and small, while helping people develop skills to move forward through life changes, stress, relationship challenges, and substance-related concerns.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Self esteem

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Antisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Ashley Thomas have?

Dr. Ashley Thomas has 9 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Dr. Ashley Thomas a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCMHC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Her North Carolina license is listed as NC LCMHC 14931.

In which languages does Dr. Ashley Thomas provide therapy?

Dr. Ashley Thomas provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Ashley Thomas located?

Dr. Ashley Thomas is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Dr. Ashley Thomas as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Ashley Thomas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Ashley Thomas work with international clients?

Dr. Ashley Thomas does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Ashley Thomas cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Counseling Fit Your Life?

Many people wonder whether counseling delivered online can make a real difference. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can choose the connection method that works best for them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy schedule or to access support from home or work.

Therapists and other licensed professionals provide care through these remote options, and clients are free to request a different provider if they feel a new fit would be more helpful. Online therapy can offer practical ways to engage in consistent treatment while maintaining the same focus on goals, coping skills, and personal growth that you would expect from in-person work.

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