Ashley Hutchens, LICSW, LCSW
Practical, compassionate support for lasting change
- CBT based skill building
- Trauma informed care
- All ages and backgrounds
About Ashley Hutchens
Ashley Hutchens, LICSW, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker who has spent the past seven years working in a community mental health setting with people of all ages and backgrounds. Through this work, she has supported individuals navigating a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, phobias, trauma, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, addiction, self-esteem challenges, relationship concerns, and family conflict, among others.
Her interest in counseling is rooted in the belief that meaningful progress often comes from small, steady shifts that build into lasting change. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she helps clients look closely at how thoughts influence feelings and actions, and how adjusting unhelpful patterns can support improved mood and day-to-day functioning.
Ashley brings a compassionate, steady presence to the work, aiming to help clients feel comfortable expressing themselves, including when sharing difficult experiences such as a trauma narrative. With social work at the core of her practice, she focuses on practical, strengths-based solutions that support balance across health, family, personal goals, community connections, and overall quality of life.
Her interest in counseling is rooted in the belief that meaningful progress often comes from small, steady shifts that build into lasting change. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she helps clients look closely at how thoughts influence feelings and actions, and how adjusting unhelpful patterns can support improved mood and day-to-day functioning.
Ashley brings a compassionate, steady presence to the work, aiming to help clients feel comfortable expressing themselves, including when sharing difficult experiences such as a trauma narrative. With social work at the core of her practice, she focuses on practical, strengths-based solutions that support balance across health, family, personal goals, community connections, and overall quality of life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
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 Ashley Hutchens have?
Ashley Hutchens has 7 years of experience, including work in a community mental health setting with people of many ages and backgrounds.
Is Ashley Hutchens a licensed therapist?
Yes. Ashley Hutchens is licensed as an LICSW and LCSW. License details: WV LICSW DP00944718 and VA LCSW 0904018584.
In which languages does Ashley Hutchens provide therapy?
Ashley Hutchens provides therapy in English.
Where is Ashley Hutchens located?
Ashley Hutchens is located in West Virginia.
How can I work with Ashley Hutchens as my therapist?
You can work with Ashley Hutchens through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling preferences.
Does Ashley Hutchens work with international clients?
No. Ashley Hutchens does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ashley Hutchens cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like 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 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.
Evidence-Based Tools, Made Accessible Online
Ashley Hutchens draws from practical, skills-focused approaches that translate well to online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice how thoughts shape emotions and actions, then practice new ways of responding that better support mood, stress, and everyday functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds concrete strategies for handling intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening communication during difficult moments. Mindfulness Therapy can also support clients in building awareness and steadiness, helping them relate differently to worry, overwhelm, and daily pressure.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Ashley works collaboratively with clients to understand what is bringing them to therapy, what they want to change, and what styles of support feel most helpful. Together, they can choose tools that fit the client’s goals, preferences, and pace.
Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to keep therapy consistent, fit sessions into a busy schedule, and get support in a format that feels comfortable and accessible.