I help adults let go of what's holding them back from thriving, being themselves, and fully living. Some common issues I address with clients include overthinking, people pleasing, perfectionism, insecurity, and trauma. I also help to create more peace and joy at home for parents who are feeling defeated. Sessions go beyond traditional talk therapy to address deeper work for lasting change. I offer a gentle, direct approach. If you are ready to release what has been holding you back, send an email to get started!
Client Focus
Session Format: Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Hypnotherapy Uses guided relaxation and focus to access the subconscious mind. It is often used for habits, anxiety, and pain management.
- Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Helps parents strengthen their bond with their child while learning effective strategies to manage challenging behaviors. Through live coaching, parents practice positive communication, set clear boundaries, and build a more supportive, nurturing home environment.
Approach Description: Approaches utilized during sessions: mindfulness, guided meditations, parts work, shadow work, EMDR, CBT, NLP (regulation & releasing limiting patterns), hypnosis (relaxation, inner child healing, and more), and PCIT (for caregivers with children aged 2 to 7).
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 185
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepting BCBS and Wellmark BCBS plans. A superbill can be provided for anyone seeking reimbursement for Out-of-Network benefits with other insurances.
Education & Credentials
Ashley Paulson LMHC, LIMHP, CHt
- Female
- License # Iowa LMHC 078696; Nebraska LIMHP 3089
- Licensed in Iowa and Nebraska
- Practicing Since 2012
Education: Earned Master of Arts with specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of South Dakota in 2012. Trained in several strategies over the years including CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, PCIT, EMDR, NLP, Hypnosis, parts work, breathwork, spirituality, and life coaching.
Ashley Paulson Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Iowa, Nebraska
- Online Therapy Details: Online therapy offered through video by a secure platform
Offering online therapy across Iowa and Nebraska! Sessions go beyond traditional talk therapy to foster lasting change at a deeper level. Individual therapy for adults and family therapy for children aged 2 to 7 years offered. Caregivers are actively involved during all sessions with children. Common issues addressed for adults include anxiety, trauma, insecurity, ADHD, people pleasing, overthinking, and perfectionism. Common issues addressed for families include behavioral issues in children, meltdowns/tantrums, defiance, insecurity in parenting, ADHD, and ODD.