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Tara Ashley, LICSW, LCSW

Montana therapist for growth and recovery
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Women's life transitions

About Tara Ashley

Tara Ashley is a licensed therapist based in Montana with more than 16 years of clinical experience supporting people through complex life challenges. She holds LICSW and LCSW credentials - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker - reflecting advanced training in clinical social work and the ability to provide a wide range of therapeutic services.

Tara's practice focuses on helping clients manage stress and anxiety, improve relationship dynamics, recover from trauma, and pursue personal growth. She also works with issues such as isolation, questions of life purpose, guilt and shame, and major transitions including divorce and separation. Her approach centers on meeting each person where they are and tailoring care to individual needs.

Known for a compassionate and adaptable style, Tara aims to create a supportive therapeutic environment where clients can explore their experiences, build resilience, and work toward meaningful change. She offers guidance for people coping with professional burnout, relationship difficulties, or a desire for deeper self-understanding. Tara has particular experience supporting women across life stages, including pregnancy, childbirth, and professional development.

Her therapeutic stance is collaborative and respectful, drawing on a range of evidence-informed methods to support clients as they navigate healing and growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

Divorce and separationGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Tara Ashley have?

Tara Ashley has 16 years of experience.

Is Tara Ashley a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW. License details are MN LICSW 31959 and MT LCSW BBH-LCSW-LIC-50251.

In which languages does Tara Ashley provide therapy?

Tara Ashley provides therapy in English.

Where is Tara Ashley located?

Tara Ashley is located in Montana.

How can I work with Tara Ashley as my therapist?

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

Does Tara Ashley work with international clients?

Tara Ashley does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Tara Ashley 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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 Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people consider whether online therapy will meet their needs. For a range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit of working remotely is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that fits their life best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to maintain consistent care around work, family, and other commitments.

Licensed professionals provide these services, and clients can change therapists if they want a different fit. For many people, online therapy offers a practical and effective way to access skilled therapeutic support without changing the core elements of a therapeutic relationship.

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