If you’re feeling anxious, scrolling through a sea of unfamiliar faces can really add to the overwhelm. I want to invite you to drop your shoulders, unclench your jaw, and take a deep breath.
Let’s be honest here. Starting therapy can feel weird. You’re basically sitting down with a stranger and saying, “Here’s a summary of my entire life story.” My job is to make that as comfortable as possible. Clients usually describe me as the “older sister” type of therapist: the one who will listen deeply, sit with you through the messy parts, and also point things out (lovingly) when you need a new perspective. My role is to walk beside you as you sort through the tough parts of life, while also reminding you of the strength and resilience you already carry.
I especially love working with people who feel like they don’t quite fit in, who carry the weight of trauma, or who are still figuring out who they are and how that fits into their lives. If that sounds familiar, you’ve probably spent a lot of time feeling misunderstood. My hope is that therapy becomes the space where you finally feel truly seen.
I work from an attachment-focused lens, because I believe relationships make the world go round (and sometimes make it go upside down, too). I’m trained in DBT and EMDR, which means we’ll have both the practical skills to get through tough moments and the deeper tools to actually process the things that have been holding you back. Most importantly, our work together will be unique to you. My goal is to create a relationship where you feel understood, supported, and empowered to grow in the ways that matter most to you.
Outside of therapy? I’m probably drinking too much caffeine, rewatching Dexter for the millionth time (because serial killer shows are relaxing, right?), pretending my plants are thriving, or cuddled up with my fur babies (who like to make appearances in almost every session).
If you’re looking for a therapist who’s real, down-to-earth, and ready to put in the work to help you heal and grow into the person you want to become: you might have just found your person.
Ashton Harris
Therapist, Owner