Ashley Thompson,
M.Ed., LPCC – SUP
Ashley earned her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Minnesota State University and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from North Dakota State University. Ashley also attended Oakland University for a Specialized Certificate in Animal-Human Interventions. She currently is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Minnesota and North Dakota. She also is a Board Approved Supervisor in the state of Minnesota and North Dakota and oversees Birchwood Therapeutic Services clinical training program.
Ashley enjoys nature, crystals, reading, and being a tiny human mama. In her free time, you can find Ashley with friends, gardening, or trying to learn a new hobby (which often go unfinished).
Biography
Counseling Approach and Clinical Focus:
Over the past 15 years, Ashley has dedicated her career to supporting families affected by domestic violence and survivors of abuse. She is trained in DC:0-5 and has extensive expertise in trauma and attachment. Ashley has also completed Maternal Mental Health Intensive Training through Seleni, equipping her to treat Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, as well as Perinatal Loss and Grief. She is deeply passionate about helping families navigate pregnancy or child loss and enjoys normalizing the challenges of parenting.
Ashley is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotional Freedom Techniques (Tapping), and she provides energy work for those who feel stuck or have not found success with traditional therapy. Additionally, she is skilled in Trailblazing Communications and continues to explore the mind-body connection. Her therapeutic approach incorporates Relational Cultural Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Animal-Assisted Therapy, and various elements of Play Therapy.
A message from Ashley:
Life is not easy, none of us were given a roadmap on how to handle the situations that impact us. The best part is that we don't have to choose to navigate it alone. It's okay to not know what to do, or to react in a way your embarrassed of. What's important is what you do with that insight and how you chose to grow. Challenge old belief systems and step into your power. You have always been powerful, now it's time for you to see it!
A bit more about Ashley…
Ashley is the co-founder and President of Addie’s Angels, which is an organization created to help provide counseling services to families who are impacted by perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, infertility, and have suffered from pregnancy, infant, or child loss. Addie’s Angels is in honor of Ashley's infant daughter, Adelyn, who passed away shortly after birth on February 3rd, 2020.
Ashley also serves on the Wilkin County Children's Collaborative Board which serves the community by bringing vital resources to support children and their families.
Education:
Master of Education Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice, Minnesota State University of Moorhead, Moorhead, MN
Associations/Memberships:
North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners
Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy
Association of Animal Assited Intervention Professionals
Provider email: Ashley@birchwoodcounseling.com
After experiencing several weeks of sleep disturbances and a sudden fear of my son entering his own room, I reached out to Ashley for guidance. She suggested utilizing energy work to assess our current situation. Upon evaluating my home, my son, and myself, she identified that our energy levels were quite low. She then worked to elevate the energy in our home and within each of us. Throughout the process, Ashley provided detailed explanations about the techniques she was using, the reasons behind them, and how they would impact us. Her extensive knowledge and thoughtful approach gave me great peace of mind.
Once I returned home with my son, we settled in, had a meal, and began to unwind. It wasn’t long before he expressed interest in going upstairs and immediately headed to his room. This was a significant shift, as he had previously been reluctant to do so. We spent the rest of the evening in his room, and he showed no signs of fear or concerns about monsters. That night, he went to sleep without the need for any sleep aids or assistance. He slept longer than usual and woke up in a bright, cheerful mood. This marked the first peaceful night in weeks where we went to bed and woke up feeling calm and content.
Jen
Finding a good fit for your supervision is so important in the work we do! I chose to become a counselor later in life; after a successful career so it was important to find someone who could honor the knowledge/skills I possess. Ashley completely tailored supervision to my needs and her unwavering support was paramount to my success! Ashley is phenomenal at balancing many things at once while: offering the detailed information you need, giving feedback to improve, and providing as much patience as you might require! She made herself available if ever I needed, even outside of our scheduled supervision. I feel so grateful for her kind, compassionate, knowledgeable, and even-keeled demeanor throughout the past two years!
Amy McIntosh, LPC
Very compassionate and goes above and beyond to advocate for my care. Highly recommend EMDR with Ashley
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