Ashley Spreda, Therapist for Anxiety Bellevue, WA

On Being a Therapist

Growing up, I always had a keen sense of social justice and felt it was important to help others.

As a therapist, I find it deeply rewarding to help my clients unearth their inherent strengths to overcome problems.

It’s inspiring to help people move from feeling stressed and discouraged to feeling confident and more optimistic about their lives.

Key Features as a Therapist

Young or old, my clients tell me that my authenticity allows them to feel comfortable with me quickly. I also have a good sense of humor which helps “lighten up” therapy sessions when working to overcome emotional pain.

My qualities and skills allow me to build a deep connection with you so you can feel safe to reveal your problems as we work to overcome them. I’m known for sharing tools with my clients that can be used outside of the therapy session to help you cope and manage anxiety.

I’m warm and empathic, [link to How I Work page] even when I might have to challenge your ways of thinking to help you grow. I care about my clients a great deal, so when I nudge you to make changes, you’ll still feel supported by me.

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Psychotherapy Experience

I’ve been a practicing therapist since 2001. In addition to my experience as a therapist assisting people to manage and overcome anxiety, I’ve worked with a wide range of populations in medical and community organizations.

My experience in these organizations included helping those with addictions and eating disorders, as well as children, youth, and families struggling with various life problems.

Professional Psychotherapy Education

Master of Social Work (MA), Simmons College, School of Social Work, Boston
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (minor in Sociology), The University of Vermont, Burlington, VT
Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Washington State

On a Personal Note

I practice what I preach, which means I have attended therapy as a client in the past and make an effort to practice good self-care.

Meditation, spending time in nature, and with my animals are important aspects of my life.

If you think we might be a good fit to work together, contact me for a 15-minute inquiry call.

You can tell me your problems, and I’ll explain how I might help.

My Values

Empathy

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What my clients have to say

“Ashley is a former colleague, and we collaborated often with mutual patients. It was nice to feel confident in the care my patients would get with Ashley for help with anxiety. Ashley taught them a lot of useful tools to manage their anxiety.

I had patients who had worked with therapists for years who told me that Ashley was the best therapist they ever had.

Ashley also takes an interest in educating and sharing information about her field so that I have more knowledge about her therapeutic orientation and how she works, which built my confidence in her abilities.”

Dr. Brooke Parker, MD, Seattle, WA

“There are few people that I feel comfortable sending clients to see when my practice is full. Ashley is someone that I know will provide the best level of care to all of her clients.

I have seen first hand her warmth, dedication and empathy. She is skilled at working with anxious clients. I am confident in referring clients to Ashley.”

Wendy Naiman, LMFT, Renton, WA