You may be feeling anxious or nervous about your first therapy session, and you may not know what to expect from it. Well, I've got you covered (per usual).
Author: Counselor Ashlei
Ashlei’s Bookshelf: The Money Book for the Young, Fabulous, & Broke
If you're searching for a good, financial self-help book... Look no further!
So You Want to Skydive? Here’s What You Should Know. (Plus Full Skydiving Video!) | 1 Year Anniversary
One year ago, I decided that I would go skydiving to commemorate my birthday. I am so glad that I did. Would I do it again? Yes! In a heartbeat. But before you take the dive, I have some things about my skydiving experience that I want to share that could help prepare you for… Continue reading So You Want to Skydive? Here’s What You Should Know. (Plus Full Skydiving Video!) | 1 Year Anniversary
3 Simple Ways to Incorporate Social Justice into Your Counseling Practice
How can you show acceptance for each of your clients whilst going about your everyday life as a counselor? Don't fret; I have three simple ways to incorporate social justice into your daily practice.
Yes, I’m a Therapist and I HAVE A Therapist | 5 Reasons to Sit On the Couch
Shockingly enough, therapists are people too.
8 Impressive-But-Foolproof Recipes to Switch Up Your Mundane Meal Routine
Tired of the same old meals? Looking to try something new in the kitchen? See what this counselor eats to keep things interesting!
Ashlei’s Bookshelf: Presumed Incompetent
Presumed Incompetent is not just a book for women of color; it is a volume about women of color but one that is for men and women of all races and ethnicities. It provides rare insights for those of us who are not women of color into the experiences, perspectives, goals, and realities of a significant constituency in academia. --John F. Dovidio
My First Visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C.
My new favorite museum!
My NBCC Fellowship year has come to an end. :-(
In February 2017, I received a life-changing phone call telling me I received a fellowship I'd applied for some months prior. I was numb. I was in shock. And I'm pretty sure I stopped breathing for about 10 seconds. Further, in March 2017, a press release was sent out through various listservs, newspapers, and pages… Continue reading My NBCC Fellowship year has come to an end. 😦
Post-Dominica Reflections
In Preparing for Dominica in 3’s: Pre-Contemplations, I listed: 3 things I was excited about 3 things I wanted to learn 3 things I wanted to accomplish So let's see how I did! 3 things I was excited about Familial roots -- It was definitely a very different feeling for me to be in a place… Continue reading Post-Dominica Reflections
