ASHLEY D. THOMAS, LCSW
Behavioral Health Therapist
Welcome!
If you are here, you are at least curious about therapy. So I congratulate you for making it this far because it is not always an easy decision. I hope that before you leave this site, you are that much closer to scheduling an appointment! I am currently seeing adolescents and adults for individual sessions in a private office setting. As you browse my site, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact me directly.
Mission
To provide a safe, non-judgmental, and open space where individuals can be their true authentic selves as they slowly being to explore their issues and concerns and learn effective ways to manage them in an effort to enhance overall mental health and well-being.
It is my goal, my passion to be able to assist individuals in becoming better versions of themselves.
ABOUT ASHLEY
Professional Journey
Since my very first psychology course in high school, I knew I was to be a counselor. I was intrigued with the idea of mental illness and even more interested in the available treatments, namely therapy. In my pursuit of my dream, I obtained my Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology from The University of Michigan and then my Masters Degree in Social Work, also from The University of Michigan. I did not immediately enter the therapy world; instead I worked as a social worker in outpatient clinics and hospitals, providing case management and referral services to those in need. I have a wealth of experience working with individuals from all different cultures, backgrounds, races, economic statuses, and ages and it truly has all been a privilege. For the past 5 years, I have been focused on providing individual therapy full-time, fulfilling my old high school dream.
Personal Touch
I am originally from the natural state of Arkansas. I spent over a decade in the great lakes state of Michigan, which genuinely feels like a second home. I have been a Houstonian now for over three years and loving it. In my spare time, I enjoy road cycling (work in progress), reading, traveling, brunching, rooting for the Wolverines (Go Blue!), and spending time with my family.
Today, I will live today.
Yesterday has passed.
Tomorrow is not yet.
I’m left with today.
So, today, I will live today.
Relive yesterday? No.
I will learn from it.
I will seek mercy for it.
I will take joy in it.
But I won’t live in it.
The sun has set on yesterday.
The sun has yet to rise on tomorrow.
Worry about the future? To what gain?
It deserves a glance, nothing more.
I can’t change tomorrow until tomorrow.
Today, I will live today.
I will face today’s challenges with today’s strength.
I will dance today’s waltz with today’s music.
I will celebrate today’s opportunities with today’s hope.
Today.
--Max Lucado
WHAT IS THERAPY?
Therapy provides a beautiful opportunity to process your thoughts, feelings, and emotions in a safe place. It can be very instrumental in helping individuals work on resolving problems/issues, craft achievable goals, and actively work on achieving them. Therapy also is able to help individuals learn new patterns of thinking and develop healthy strategies to cope with certain life challenges and difficulties in an effort to enhance overall mental health and well-being. Therapy is not always easy, but with the right kind of commitment and hard work, anything is possible.
MY SERVICES
I currently offer individual sessions to address the following issues and more:
o Depression
o Anxiety
o Trauma
o Stress Management
o Anger Management
o Communication
o Self-esteem
o Relationship Conflict
o Marriage issues/Divorce
o Life transitions
o Self-esteem
o School problems
o Identity confusion
o Racial identity
FEES
Sessions are schedued for 55 minutes. The fee for the initial intake is $150. Subsequent sessions are $125. Sliding fee scale is available, if eligible. If you require a different session length, please request.
INSURANCE
I currently accept Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, United Health Care, Optum, & Medicare. Claims will be submitted on your behalf. You will be responsible for any deductibles, co-insurance, or co-pays. Your insurance will be verified prior to your appointment.
PAYMENT
Payment is due at the time of appointment. Accepted form of payment: Cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, & Paypal.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Please remember to cancel or reschedule your appointment at least 24 hours in advance. You will be responsible for the entire fee if cancellation is less than 24 hours.
CONTACT ME
2000 S Dairy Ashford Rd., Suite 380
Houston, TX 77077
or
4306 Yoakum Blvd., Suite 570
Houston, TX 77006
(586) 275-7846