Ashley Coleman

LCSW, Founder and Owner of TLC

Ashley completed her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work with an Associates in Substance Abuse at Western Michigan University in 2008.  Ashley went on to complete her Master’s Degree in Social Work at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 2011.  Post graduate experience includes a 2-year internship consisting of 3000 clinical hours under the supervision of Dr. Patrick Scott, leading to a certification as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.  Ashley has 10+ years of experience in a variety of treatment settings including: private practice, inpatient medical discharge planning, welfare services, home-health care and additional community-based services. 

Ashley uses a variety of therapeutic approaches including CBT, DBT and Motivational Interviewing.  Psycho-education is a priority and focus for all clients she encounters.  Ashley thrives when working from a Solutions-Focused approach combined with a bit of tough love.  She strives to increase self-awareness and accountability to support the change process.  While she is compassionate, understanding and empathetic; she will also push you towards the successful completion of your personal goals.

I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it…. And so it is with you… we are in charge of our attitudes. -Charles R. Swindoll