Des Moines
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Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
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Ashley Paulson

Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT

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Des Moines, IA 50309
Feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed? Overthinking or losing sleep? Not feeling good enough in relationships or parenting? I help adults let go of what's holding them back from thriving including overthinking, people pleasing, perfectionism, insecurity, and trauma. I also help parents who feel defeated create more peace and joy at home through connection. All services are online/by video.
I offer a safe space to share, let go, and grow! Sessions go beyond traditional talk therapy to address deeper work for lasting change. Approaches: mindfulness, guided meditations, parts work, shadow work, EMDR, CBT, NLP (regulation & releasing limiting patterns), hypnosis (relaxation, inner child healing, and more), and PCIT (families w/kids aged 2 to 7).
An empowered, authentic life is waiting for you - send an email to get started! Sessions are offered during late mornings and early afternoons. No evenings or weekends.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Des Moines, IA 50309

Live a more empowered, fulfilling life! Get started by sending an email. Sessions from the comfort of home - telehealth only services.
I specialize in Complex Trauma (cPTSD), Anxiety and ADHD 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Connect with Ashley Paulson
Photo of Ashley Paulson, Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Des Moines, IA 50309

Live a more empowered, fulfilling life! Get started by sending an email. Sessions from the comfort of home - telehealth only services.
I specialize in Complex Trauma (cPTSD), Anxiety and ADHD 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185
  • Couple Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Wellmark BCBS
  • Out of Network
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Accepting self-pay and BCBS plans. I can also provide a superbill for out-of-network benefits for those seeking reimbursement from their insurance. Call your insurance for details about potential cost for services.
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Accepting self-pay and BCBS plans. I can also provide a superbill for out-of-network benefits for those seeking reimbursement from their insurance. Call your insurance for details about potential cost for services.
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Ashley Paulson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
with questions.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 078696 Ashley Paulson

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 14 years
  • Attended The University of South Dakota, Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2012
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Over 14 years of experience in the counseling profession. Additional certifications in hypnosis, life coaching, and breathwork. Specialty in trauma, anxiety, insecurity, attachment, ADHD, and parenting.
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Ashley Paulson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
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Over 14 years of experience in the counseling profession. Additional certifications in hypnosis, life coaching, and breathwork. Specialty in trauma, anxiety, insecurity, attachment, ADHD, and parenting.
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Ashley Paulson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
with questions.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Complex Trauma (cPTSD)
  • Anxiety
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Attachment
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Most of my clients struggle with anxiety, insecurity, people pleasing, perfectionism, trauma, ADHD, and/or parenting issues. The first session is devoted to exploring what brings you or your family to therapy and how I can best help. We will develop a plan together for how to best address your current struggles. My clients typically begin to see benefits from therapy within the first few weeks.
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Ashley Paulson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
with questions.
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Most of my clients struggle with anxiety, insecurity, people pleasing, perfectionism, trauma, ADHD, and/or parenting issues. The first session is devoted to exploring what brings you or your family to therapy and how I can best help. We will develop a plan together for how to best address your current struggles. My clients typically begin to see benefits from therapy within the first few weeks.
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Ashley Paulson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
with questions.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler , 
Children (6 to 10) , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Communities

Single Parent

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Toddler , 
Children (6 to 10) , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Communities

Single Parent

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Mindfulness
  • Neuro-Linguistic (NLP)
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I have an active approach to treatment. I engage clients in strategies beyond traditional talk therapy including mindfulness, meditations, NLP, Hypnosis, PCIT, and EMDR. I have all clients complete intake paperwork before scheduling the first session. During the first session, we will talk about what brings you or your family to therapy and how I can best help.
Photo of Ashley Paulson, Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
Ashley Paulson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
with questions.
"
I have an active approach to treatment. I engage clients in strategies beyond traditional talk therapy including mindfulness, meditations, NLP, Hypnosis, PCIT, and EMDR. I have all clients complete intake paperwork before scheduling the first session. During the first session, we will talk about what brings you or your family to therapy and how I can best help.
Photo of Ashley Paulson, Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
Ashley Paulson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
with questions.

Location

Primary Location

Des Moines, IA 50309

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Live a more empowered, fulfilling life! Get started by sending an email. Sessions from the comfort of home - telehealth only services.
Photo of Ashley Paulson, Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
Ashley Paulson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
"
Live a more empowered, fulfilling life! Get started by sending an email. Sessions from the comfort of home - telehealth only services.
Photo of Ashley Paulson, Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
Ashley Paulson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT