Ash O’Brien, BA

About Me

I am an introvert, artist, and animal lover. I enjoy gardening, rockhounding, getting into good trouble, and spending time with people I love including my spouse and our teenager. I value interdependence, balance, compassion, and gratitude. I am committed to life-long learning, accountability, and dismantling systems of oppression impacting BIPOC and LGBTQIAP+ people. 

Counseling Approach

I believe transformation, growth, and healing is possible for everyone. My role as a counselor is to support you in becoming the most authentic version of yourself by addressing and removing challenges that stand in your way. I provide trauma-informed counseling that is strength-based and solution focused to help you achieve your goals. I have more than 13 years of experience in the mental health field supporting youth and young adult clients, particularly those who identify as LGBTQIAP+. Counseling is my heart work, and I look forward to showing up for you with intention, care, and creativity. 

Ash O’Brien, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern – Antioch University New England

Ash is currently taking new clients via telehealth sessions and in person with evening and weekend availability. They are currently being supervised by Lora Weed.

Qualifications & Certifications

MA (candidate), Clinical Mental Health Counseling – Antioch University New England (graduation date December 2024)

BA, Liberal Arts, The Evergreen State College, 2007

session rates

My rates are on a sliding scale/cash pay and start at $35 for a 50-minute session