Ashley K. Whelan, MA, LPCC #11888

I don’t just practice this work, I experienced it first. My studies are informed by my own struggles to navigate the impact of trauma and stress on our human physiology along with the benefits of somatic therapy, energy healing and altered states of consciousness as a path of releasing the weight of past experiences. Anything that I offer is something that I received and benefitted from firsthand before pursuing training in it. Basically, I wanted to make sure it worked for me before offering it to anyone.

I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC #11188) in California since 2022 with a license in good standing.

I hold a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Hofstra University in NYC (2015) and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from SUNY Albany (2011).

I’m a certified member of the International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine (IPHM) — a global accreditation that formally recognizes my expertise in holistic healing, energy medicine, and integrative modalities.

I hold certificates that demonstrate the completion of my training and competency in the following areas:

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
  • Psychedelic Integration Therapy
  • Safe and Sound Protocol
  • Rest and Restore Program
  • Spinal Attunement - Energy Work

As someone who values continued education and competence from leading organizations in my fields of interest, I am currently enrolled in the following training programs:

  • Somatic Experiencing Practitioner training through Somatic Experiencing International.
  • Psilocybin Assisted Therapy training through Integrative Psychiatry Institute
  • Plant Medicine Mystery School through Plant Medicine People

Beyond formal certifications, I’ve invested in trainings, workshops, private mentorships and independent studies in the following areas:

  • Breathwork
  • Polyvagal Theory & Nervous System Regulation Techniques
  • The Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/Tapping)
  • Parts Work Therapy & Attachment Theory
  • Integrative Mental Health & Alternative Healing Practices

As a holistic therapist offering online services to women throughout California, it is important to me to uphold standards in education, training and consultation with esteemed colleagues.

Psychedelic Trauma Therapist
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