“Vulnerability is not winning or losing; it’s having the courage to show up and be seen when we have no control over the outcome.
Vulnerability is not weakness; it’s our greatest measure of courage.” – Brené Brown

Ashley Alyea is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW). She holds a Bachelors of Social Work in 2018 along with her Master’s in Social Work in 2020. from Indiana University Indianapolis. Prior to
joining the Voyage Counseling team, Ashley has worked as a victim advocate, a school based therapist, and in private practice
previously. Ashley also has experience working with adolescents and substance abuse in an IOP setting. Ashley approaches therapy with a trauma informed approach. Ashley meets all of her clients with compassion, empathy, and a sincere understanding for how trauma can
influence a person. The majority of Ashley’s eight years of experience have been dedicated to serving children and teenagers who struggle with a variety of mental health disorders. Ashley has a strong passion for helping those who have Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+ She provides counseling for ages 5 into young adulthood, employing evidence-based approaches TF-CBT, CBT, DBT, play therapy, and Mindfulness. She Is eager to be fully trained in EMDR.

Ashley is deeply committed to serving children and adolescents by helping create an inclusive space for all. In her own words:“I knew from a very young age that I wanted to become a therapist and help others due to my own experiences, along with wanting to give back to others. Throughout my life, I have seen what trauma can do to an individual and just the importance of feeling like you belong, and you know your worth. Healing is not always linear, but I invite you to come on this healing journey
with me.