Ashley Spitzer, LISW
Warm, client-centered therapy for real-life challenges
- Laid-back supportive style
- Feedback welcomed in sessions
- Teens and adults
About Ashley Spitzer
Ashley Spitzer, LISW, is a clinical social worker and psychotherapist in Ohio with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She brings a warm, laid-back presence to therapy and invites clients to speak openly, ask questions, and show up as they are. She emphasizes that therapy is the client’s time - a dedicated space to vent, reflect, and clarify needs, wants, and goals while building practical steps forward.
Ashley works to create an open-minded environment where clients can feel welcome and at ease. Her style is strongly client-centered, with attention to what is most immediate and important in the client’s life, including current symptoms and day-to-day challenges. She encourages honest expression without self-editing and remains thoughtful and flexible when selecting interventions, regularly inviting feedback to better understand what feels helpful, comfortable, and aligned with each person’s preferences.
Her mission is to educate and empower people of all ages in caring for themselves and others - mind, body, and overall well-being - while highlighting the value of consistency, empathy, and healthy boundaries. Ashley enjoys working with clients ages 13 and up, and she provides assessments along with individual and family therapy, prioritizing a supportive rapport throughout the treatment process.
Ashley works to create an open-minded environment where clients can feel welcome and at ease. Her style is strongly client-centered, with attention to what is most immediate and important in the client’s life, including current symptoms and day-to-day challenges. She encourages honest expression without self-editing and remains thoughtful and flexible when selecting interventions, regularly inviting feedback to better understand what feels helpful, comfortable, and aligned with each person’s preferences.
Her mission is to educate and empower people of all ages in caring for themselves and others - mind, body, and overall well-being - while highlighting the value of consistency, empathy, and healthy boundaries. Ashley enjoys working with clients ages 13 and up, and she provides assessments along with individual and family therapy, prioritizing a supportive rapport throughout the treatment process.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Blended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ashley Spitzer have?
Ashley Spitzer has 20 years of experience in the mental health profession.
Is Ashley Spitzer a licensed therapist?
Yes. Ashley Spitzer holds the credential LISW, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. License details: OH LISW I.1500357-SUPV.
In which languages does Ashley Spitzer provide therapy?
Ashley Spitzer provides therapy in English.
Where is Ashley Spitzer located?
Ashley Spitzer is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Ashley Spitzer as my therapist?
You can work with Ashley Spitzer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Ashley Spitzer work with international clients?
Yes. Ashley Spitzer works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ashley Spitzer 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 approaches, delivered online with flexibility
Ashley Spitzer draws from several well-established therapy models to support clients with concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and practicing new skills that can make daily life feel more manageable. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients build psychological flexibility by making room for difficult thoughts or feelings while taking steps toward what matters most, such as values, relationships, and personal goals. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is often used to help people process distressing experiences in a structured way, especially when memories or triggers feel stuck and disruptive.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ashley collaborates with clients to clarify goals, identify what feels most pressing, and adjust the pace and methods based on feedback and preference, so sessions stay practical and client-centered.
Online therapy can make it easier to access consistent support with fewer barriers. Ashley offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving clients options that can fit busy schedules, changing energy levels, or different communication styles.