Counseling Intern

Ashley Redding is a counseling intern pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Wayne State University. With a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from the University of Michigan, Ashley began her career focused on research, exploring maternal mental health, nutrition, and the ways healthcare touches people’s everyday lives. Throughout this work, it became clear that the stories behind the data mattered deeply, inspiring her shift to therapy. Ashley’s journey is rooted in a deep desire to support individuals relationally, helping them navigate challenges and find healing in their unique experiences.

Ashley offers therapy for individuals and couples in a space that is collaborative, person-centered, and grounded in compassion. Clients are supported in building a more nurturing inner world, and sessions often draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with a focus on helping clients feel safe, empowered, and aligned with their values.

Ashley has experience supporting individuals working through issues related to anxiety, depression, identity development, and relationship concerns. Clients have described Ashley as thoughtful, goal-oriented, and easy to connect with. 

Areas of focus include:

• Life transitions

• Academic success

• Anxiety & depression

• LGBTQ+ and identity exploration

• Navigating cultural identity and belonging

• Couples and relationship concerns

• Maternal mental health

• Mind-body health connection

Ashley is under the supervision of Christine Lyon, MA, LPC, and certified counseling supervisor.