Ashley HartellLCSW

Nice to meet you

I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, and borderline personality disorder. I believe therapy offers a valuable space to feel heard, supported, and empowered while building healthy coping strategies. My approach is grounded in empathy and understanding, and I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can explore challenges and work toward meaningful healing and personal growth.

About Ashley

Location

Virtual, Illinois

Insurance Accepted

Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, Cash (out of pocket)

Communication Style

Affirming, Artistic, Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Focus areas

ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Conflict, Individual Therapy, Personality Disorders, Self-Harm, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

Non-monogamous relationships

Years of Experience

My approach is grounded in empathy and understanding, and I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can explore challenges and work toward meaningful healing and personal growth.

Ashley Hartell,

LCSW

License number

#149021628

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing

Languages Spoken

English

Education

MSW - Social Work, Dominican University

Interests

Outside of work, I love anything that brings joy, creativity, or quality time with the people I care about. I’m a big Disney fan—it brings out that sense of magic and nostalgia that never gets old. I enjoy reading when I can and getting lost in a good story. I also love exploring new things with my family, whether it’s a weekend outing or trying something none of us have done before. Doing my makeup and hair is a creative outlet for me—it’s not just a routine, it’s a form of self-expression. I’m also involved in Girl Scouts with my kids, which has been such a meaningful way to bond and watch them grow. We enjoy camping, unplugging for a bit, and just being in nature. And of course, I’m always up for relaxing with a good TV show or movie—it’s one of my favorite ways to unwind.