Ashley Hembrock, LPC Associate, NCC
(She/Her/Hers)
Currently under the clinical supervision of Sheila Wessels, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S™
3-8 Years | 9-12 Years | 13-18 Years | 18+ | Family
Ashley is a License Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A), under clinical supervision of Sheila Wessels, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S™ and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Ashley received her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Texas (CACREP Accredited Program) specializing in children and adolescents and her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Lindenwood University. Ashley is currently working towards her Registered Play Therapist (RPT™) credential. She has experience working with children, preteens, teens, and young adults in a variety of settings including a domestic violence and sexual assault agency and schools. Her work includes providing individual, family, and group therapy services to clients with diverse needs.
She believes that play is a child’s language, and the toys are their words. Through Child-Centered play therapy and expressive art modalities, she strives to create a safe and non-judgmental space where children feel empowered to explore themselves and their abilities to overcome obstacles.
Ashley believes that the relationship is an important aspect of therapy and believes in showing the client’s unconditional acceptance, empathy, and encouragement. Ashley aims to support a child holistically by working with the parent/caregivers and other key figures. With all clients, she works in a collaborative manner to meet the client and parent where they are and to meet each family’s unique needs. Ashley is committed to cultivating a space of inclusion and connectedness for all identities.
Ashley is originally from Missouri and moved to Denton, Texas in 2018. Ashley has moved to the Austin area with her partner and their 70 lb. dog in early 2023. She enjoys exploring the nature side of Austin. In her free time, she enjoys reading, baking, swimming, hiking, and going to dog parks. Her favorite band is Matchbox 20.
ASHLEY IS PARTICULARLY WELL-SUITED TO SUPPORT FAMILIES:
Who believe in a non-directive approach to play therapy with therapeutic relationship empowering the child to engage in self-exploration, awareness of feelings, decision making, and responsibility.
Who want to build a relationship with a clinician who is willing to meet a client where they are at and provide a safe space for them to explore their life's stories and strengths.
Who have a child that has experience trauma or an adverse childhood experience.
ASHLEY WORKS AT OUR SPICEWOOD OFFICE LOCATION. ALL SESSIONS ARE 45 MINUTES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. HER RATES ARE THE FOLLOWING:
Individual Session $145
Initial Consult, Parent Consult, Parent Coaching $170
Family Session $190
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:
ADHD
Anger Management
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Coping Skills
Depression
Developmental Disorders
Divorce
Domestic Abuse/Violence
Emotional Disturbance
Oppositional Defiance
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD
ASHLEY’S FAVORITES:
Favorite board game: Cranium
Favorite ice cream flavor: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
Favorite animal: Ocelot
Favorite children’s book: Anything by Rick Riordan
Favorite color: Emerald Green
Favorite place in Austin: McKinney Falls
Favorite holiday: Christmas
I feel happiest when: I’m hiking outside with my dog
If I had a superpower it would be: Teleportation so I can travel
Place I feel most safe/calm/comfortable: Reading a book outside when it’s sunny