Ashley Richter, LMFT, LMFT — Therapist in North Carolina

Hi there, I'm Ashley!

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing therapy to clients across California and North Carolina. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you can explore the patterns, emotions, & experiences that may be keeping you stuck. Together, we’ll build greater self-awareness, heal past wounds, & create meaningful, lasting change.

My focus

I use a humanistic, motivational, strengths-based approach to create safe, inviting therapeutic spaces. Feeling understood, heard, and safe is essential for success in therapy. I believe every person has the capacity for growth. Each day offers an opportunity to move closer to the life and version of yourself you want to create.

My approach

I help adults facing anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, and major life transitions. Together, we’ll identify patterns, strengthen coping skills, and build insight to support lasting emotional growth and well-being.

My communication style

I believe each individual has their own unique story to tell and that you are the expert of your life. I will work with you at your own pace. I offer a warm and compassionate yet direct approach.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist after experiencing firsthand how healing therapy can be. In my darkest time, a therapist helped me rediscover hope and strength. Now, I’m passionate about helping others find that same light, growth, and sense of purpose within themselves.

My goals for you

Therapy is a collaborative process focused on your unique goals and needs. Together, we'll uncover your inner tools and strengths to work through challenges, create positive changes, and build the life you want to live.

Our first session

The initial visit is a period for us to get to know each other and get an idea of how to proceed. Our first session is about making sure you feel like we are a good fit, understanding your goals, and making you feel as comfortable as possible. Future visits will be more therapeutic in nature.

I identify as...

Female

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Humanistic

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Compassion Focused

Dialectical (DBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Gestalt

+ 10 more

Focus populations

Body Positivity

Educators

LGBTQIA+

+ 3 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo (Cigna)
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 21 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology, emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Ashley Richter