SPECIALIZED TRAUMA THERAPY

to support healing + inner strength

BASED IN ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND

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you don’t have to carry it alone anymore

You don’t have to navigate anxiety, relationship wounds, or past trauma alone. We provide trauma-informed therapy for individuals seeking safety, clarity, and meaningful change. Together, we create a space where healing feels steady, supported, and empowering.

Ashley Powell, LCSW-C

LICENSED THERAPIST & OWNER

I approach therapy as a steady, collaborative process rooted in safety and respect. My style is warm, direct, and thoughtful — balancing compassion with gentle challenge when growth calls for it.

I believe healing happens when you feel truly seen and supported, not judged or rushed. Whether we are working through anxiety, relational wounds, or the impact of trauma, my goal is to create a space where you can move at your own pace while building clarity, confidence, and resilience.

As a therapist, I value honesty, empowerment, and emotional safety. I am especially passionate about supporting women and adolescents as they reclaim their voice and reconnect with their sense of self.

BASED IN ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND

Ashley’s training + professional background

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland and a Board-Certified Social Work Supervisor.

My clinical experience spans hospital-based care, emergency psychiatric services, crisis intervention, domestic violence shelters, outpatient treatment, sexual assault centers and private practice.

I am EMDR trained and integrate evidence-based approaches including mindfulness, exposure therapy, somatic interventions, and attachment-focused work. My advanced training includes education in coercive control dynamics, narcissistic abuse, anxiety disorders, severe mental illness and trauma recovery. I am also certified in A Window Between Worlds expressive arts programming and love to include creativity and art in my sessions.

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individual
therapy

Individual therapy provides a safe place to slow down, reflect, and begin untangling what feels overwhelming. Through a trauma-informed lens, we help adults and adolescents build resilience, strengthen self-understanding, and gently process painful experiences. EMDR and somatic practices may be integrated when helpful to support meaningful and sustained healing.

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we can help you with:

CODEPENDENCY

ANXIETY

DEPRESSION

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS

ATTACHMENT WOUNDS

TRAUMA AND PTSD

SEXUAL TRAUMA

IDENTITY & SELF WORTH

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FAQ’S

The first therapy session is an opportunity for us to explore what brings you to therapy, review relevant history, and begin identifying goals for treatment.
I currently provide telehealth sessions to clients located in Maryland, as well as in-person appointments in Annapolis.
I work with women and teens (ages 13+). Whether you're a young person navigating something hard for the first time, or an adult who's been carrying something for years — you're welcome here.
Sessions are conducted through SimplePractice, a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.
For the best experience, clients are strongly encouraged to use a laptop or computer with a reliable internet connection, working camera, and microphone. A private, quiet space is also recommended to support confidentiality and focus during sessions.
I currently provide individual therapy only and do not offer couples or family counseling. If you are seeking these services, I am happy to provide referrals to trusted providers in the area.
I ask for at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. Late cancellations and no-shows are charged the full session fee, as that time was reserved specifically for you.
Life happens — if something comes up, just reach out as soon as you can and we'll figure it out.
Yes, I currently accept clients with Aetna, Carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Kaiser insurance.
I work with a small, intentional caseload to ensure every client gets my full attention. I currently have a limited number of insurance spots available— reach out to check current availability.
If you are not using your insurance to pay for therapy, the fee for the initial intake session is $200. Ongoing 50-minute sessions are $160. Payment is due at the time of service.
- Complete privacy. Using insurance requires a formal mental health diagnosis, which becomes part of your permanent health record and can be seen by insurers. Self-pay keeps your therapy entirely confidential.
- Your treatment, your timeline. Insurance companies can limit the number of sessions they'll cover and require me to justify ongoing care. Self-pay means we decide together what you need — no outside interference.
- No required diagnosis. Insurance billing requires a diagnosable condition. If you're coming in for personal growth, life transitions, or relationship issues, self-pay may actually be a better fit.
- More control over your care. Your employer-sponsored insurance may have access to certain claims information. Self-pay eliminates that concern entirely.
Yes! Therapy is an eligible expense under most HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Spending Account) plans. This is a great way to use pre-tax dollars to invest in your mental health without going through insurance.
Yes. Everything you share is confidential and protected by law. I will not share information about you or your sessions without your written consent.
There are a small number of legal exceptions — for example, if there is a risk of imminent harm to yourself or others, or if abuse of a child or vulnerable adult is disclosed. I'll go over all of this with you during our first session so you know exactly where the boundaries are.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy used to help process and reduce the emotional impact of traumatic experiences. When appropriate, I integrate EMDR into treatment in a thoughtful and structured way.