about me
Compassionate and Thoughtful Therapy to Help You Find Direction and Make Lasting Changes.
Nice to meet you! I’m Ashleigh Edelstein, LMFT
Being the middle child of three daughters, it may not surprise you I’ve been in and out of therapy a lot since I was a kid.
I deeply know what it’s like to let anxiety and insecurity get in the way of doing and pursuing what really matters. My extreme self-awareness almost always led to self-doubt and second guessing how I felt.
I worried so much about what others thought of me, I sacrificed myself to avoid conflict. I also didn’t pursue anything meaningful because I was too afraid to take risks in case I failed.
I spent years regretting decisions made based on other’s judgments instead of what I really wanted, and I found it too challenging to forgive myself.
I also spent a good deal of my life thinking there was something wrong with me because of my undiagnosed ADHD.
I know what it’s like to get stuck in unhelpful patterns.
I’m so grateful that it’s possible to heal and grow with the help of a caring and attuned therapist. The amazing work I did with my own therapist inspired me to go back to school and become one.
I learned how to curiously self-reflect instead of ruminating, encourage myself instead of criticizing or beating myself up, and to listen to and follow my gut to make wise decisions so I can continuously pursue what matters to me. I don’t think I could’ve done it on my own.
My approach to therapy
I’m not going to sit there nodding “mmhmm” while I doodle on my notepad, or constantly ask, “And how does that make you feel?” You deserve to have someone who’s fully present in every single session.
I’m there to find patterns to connect the dots and collaboratively support and guide you in a way that moves you towards your goals. I like to bring humor, curiosity, and occasionally some swearing so that we’re always moving in a valued direction that aligns with the big picture.
My work is informed by the latest attachment and neuroscience research to help you understand how your brain and life experiences influence your current beliefs and actions.
We’ve all grown into narratives written by others, and this is a chance to choose your own narrative by learning about yourself, building healthy coping skills, and connecting with your values.
Therapy with me gives you a safe space to show up authentically and figure out the kind of life you deeply want to create and live.
My background & training
Bachelor of Arts from Indiana University
Master in Counseling from St. Edward’s University
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Texas (License #203160)
Received advanced training in:
EMDR Therapy (Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy: Similar to CBT, but instead of trying to control or challenge thoughts and feelings, you’ll learn to be present, open up, and do what matters to live a more meaningful, fulfilling life.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy: Develop effective coping skills like mindfulness, distress tolerance, and relational skills.
Internal Family Systems Therapy: Have you ever been in a tug-of-war with yourself? IFS explores all parts to resolves hurts and traumas so that you regain agency and internal harmony.