ASHLEY MECZYWOR, MEd, LPC, NCC

Therapist

Pronouns: She/Her
Locations: Andersonville & The Loop
Language(s) I Speak: English

Not Accepting New Clients

AREAS OF FOCUS

  • Anxiety, OCD & Panic Attacks
  • Family & Relationship Conflict
  • Gender Exploration, Expression & Identity Affirmation
  • Imposter Syndrome
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders (Bipolar, Depression, Major Depression)
  • Peer Relationships
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Transgender & Transitioning
  • Women’s Issues

PHILOSOPHY

Life is full of change and transition. While unexpected changes that pop up in our lives can cause distress, sometimes even changes that are wanted and planned for can be difficult to implement or stressful to navigate through. Therapy provides an affirming, nonjudgmental space for people to seek comfort, find meaning, and promote healing and growth as we navigate through life.

THERAPY WITH ME

My clients can expect a non-judgmental, strengths-based, and collaborative approach to therapeutic work with me. I  see my role as a therapist as someone who metaphorically walks with people on their journey to implement change in their lives, helping them reflect and discover what helps them move forward in healthy ways. I believe a therapeutic space is at its best when clients feel heard, are empowered to be their authentic selves, and are actively involved in shaping the therapeutic goals and experience.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

License:

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), License No. 178017559
    Practicing under the supervision of Dr. Jamie Gayle, PhD-L (License No. 071007587)

Degrees:

  • MEd in  Counseling, DePaul University
  • BA in Psychology and Theatre, Williams College

Certifications:

  • National Certified Counselor (Certification No. 1601067), National Board for Certified Counselors

CLIENTS I WORK WITH

Individuals (Adolescents, Adults)

TYPES OF THERAPY

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eclectic Therapy, Group Therapy, Humanistic Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian Therapy), Positive Psychology, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based Therapy.