Ashley Burns, LCPC

Therapist in Montana

Compassionate counselor for relationship and mood concerns

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Focus on relationships
Practical coping skills
Attachment informed

About Ashley

Ashley Burns is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Montana. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship tensions, parenting concerns, low self-esteem, and depression. She invites clients to take the first step toward feeling better and acknowledges that starting therapy can take courage.

With seven years of experience, Ashley focuses on creating a calm, nonjudgmental space for people to talk through what’s bothering them. She pays attention to how attachment patterns show up in relationships and how those patterns affect daily life. She also uses Internal Family Systems ideas to help people name and work with different parts of themselves.

Ashley’s sessions are practical and down to earth. She listens closely, reflects back what she hears, and helps clients identify small changes they can try between sessions. She aims to make goals clear and manageable so progress feels realistic.

Parents or people juggling busy lives will find a collaborative approach that respects real-world constraints. The work often includes improving communication, reducing overwhelming worry, and building steady self-worth. Ashley supports clients in taking steps that match their values and daily routines.

If you want a straightforward therapist who focuses on relationships, self-esteem, and recovery from trauma, Ashley can be a resource. Prospective clients are invited to use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to move forward.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

How attachment work and parts work translate to online therapy

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns. In simple terms, it helps people notice how they relate to others and develop different ways of feeling safe and connected. This approach is often useful for relationship stress, parenting struggles, and ongoing worries about closeness.

Internal Family Systems views the mind as made up of different parts with different feelings and roles. The work involves learning to name those parts, understand their needs, and help them cooperate instead of working at cross-purposes. This can be helpful for managing anxiety, self-criticism, and responses to trauma.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with clients about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. Together they decide whether attachment-focused work, IFS ideas, or a blend fits best for the situation.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around school, work, or family demands. It also lets people try focused check-ins or longer conversations without as much travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt attachment and parts work to an online setting by using clear pacing, guided exercises, and homework that fits everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Ashley typically address?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting issues, self-esteem struggles, depression, family conflict, and trauma and abuse. Attachment issues and women’s issues are also listed focus areas.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Ashley creates an open, nonjudgmental space and listens closely to each person. Sessions tend to be practical with an emphasis on clear, manageable goals and small steps between meetings.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has seven years of professional experience working with people on the concerns listed in her profile.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is an LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and she is licensed in Montana.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How are sessions paid for and what do costs look like?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates can be confirmed during the sign-up process.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist’s availability.

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