Our Virtual Team.

Are you feeling more stressed than usual? Or just feeling like the weight of the world is solely on your shoulders? Struggle with anxiety, depression, loneliness, or isolation? Are you feeling overwhelmed daily? Are you grieving a loved one? Are you caring for a sick family member, is life negatively changing and impacting your happiness and quality of life? You are not alone! Therapy is a collaborative effort. Allow me, Ashley Manning, to take this journey with you. I have a broad range of clinical expertise. I received my training at Capella University, earning a MSW and a BSW from NC A&T State University. During my career, I have experience working with adults and older adults in long-term care and hospital setting. My clinical approach includes mindfulness, motivational therapy, person centered therapy, and a strengths-based perspective. I provide a warm, supportive and nonjudgmental space to share your feelings and thoughts. I’m encouraging you to reach out, and I look forward to meeting you!

Do you find yourself struggling with substance use, or wondering if alcohol or drug use is beginning to take a toll on your life? Are you the loved one of someone facing addiction and unsure how to help? Do you battle anxiety, depression, or loneliness that makes it difficult to cope in healthy ways? Or perhaps you are grieving a loved one or navigating life changes that feel overwhelming. You are not alone. I provide compassionate, non-judgmental support for individuals navigating substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. My goal is to help people build healthier coping strategies, break free from cycles of addiction, and restore balance to their lives. I am a dually licensed Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate (LCASA), with additional certification in Neuropsychotherapy (NPT-C). With this specialized training, I bring a brain-based, trauma-informed approach to therapy, equipping me to support clients with complex needs, including substance use, trauma, grief, and other mental health challenges. My clinical practice draws on evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Mindfulness-Based Interventions. This diverse toolkit allows me to tailor therapy to each person’s unique needs, fostering resilience, relapse prevention, and long-term recovery. I offer individual counseling for substance use, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma, as well as group counseling to build connection, accountability, and shared healing. In addition, I provide speaking engagements and workshops designed to reduce stigma, promote awareness, and strengthen communities around addiction and mental wellness. At the heart of my work is a commitment to creating safe, culturally responsive, and strengths-based spaces where people feel seen, heard, and empowered to heal.

I’m someone who has always been deeply curious about people — how we heal, how we grow, and how we remember who we truly are beneath all the noise. At heart, I’m both a scientist and a seeker. I love understanding the brain and behavior just as much as I love exploring consciousness, meaning, and the invisible threads that connect us all. My life has been a blend of psychology, personal growth, spirituality, and everyday human experience — learning not only from books and degrees, but from motherhood, relationships, challenges, and the quiet moments that shape us from the inside out. Storytelling has always been part of how I make sense of the world. I’m a children’s book author, with another book on the way, inspired by my love for helping young minds feel empowered, curious, and connected to themselves. I’ve also had the unique honor of serving as an assistant producer on a spiritual documentary that later found its way onto Netflix — a project that beautifully bridged science, consciousness, and the deeper questions we all carry about life and purpose. Outside of my professional world, I’m a mom, a horse and dog-lover, a traveler, and a lifelong learner. I find joy in simple things — morning coffee, deep conversations, laughter with my kids, and long walks to reset and reflect. I believe growth doesn’t have to be dramatic or complicated; often it’s simply choosing to show up more honestly and fearlessly each day. Everything I do, personally and professionally, is guided by the same intention: to live consciously, love deeply, and help others trust themselves enough to create lives that feel aligned, meaningful, and truly their own.

Therapy should be a place where you can be yourself—without judgment, pressure, or feeling like you need to have all the answers. Whether you're a child, teen, or adult, I provide a supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted. I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, grief, parenting stress, chronic illness, chronic pain, infertility, and pregnancy loss. I am especially passionate about helping people heal from trauma, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves in meaningful ways. As a mom, military spouse, and animal lover with two giant dogs and a bunny, I understand that life doesn't always go as planned. My own experiences with chronic health challenges and infertility have strengthened my belief in the importance of compassion, connection, and support during difficult times. When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time at the beach, gardening, baking, and making memories with my family. My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. For children, I create a safe and engaging environment where they can express themselves and develop healthy coping skills. For teens, I offer a supportive space to navigate life's challenges, build confidence, and strengthen emotional well-being. For adults, I provide a place to explore concerns, process experiences, and work toward meaningful growth and healing. Together, we'll move at a pace that feels right for you as we work toward lasting change and a more fulfilling life.

Are you tired of carrying old wounds, feeling the weight of anxiety, or being in relationships that leave you drained? Maybe you feel bad setting boundaries, your mind won't stop racing, or it's difficult to feel at ease. If any of this sounds familiar, you’re in the right place. Hi, I’m Victoria! A therapist, recovering people-pleaser, and professional healer of messy relationships, anxious minds, and trauma stories. Therapy with me is about uncovering what’s holding you back and learning tools that actually work. I know how overwhelming it can be, and that’s why I’m here to help you work through the emotions, build confidence in your voice and relationships, and heal the parts of you that carry pain. I deeply care about my clients and will always show up with honesty, warmth, (humour if needed), and real support as you grow. Starting therapy can feel intimidating, kind of like trying to build IKEA furniture when you can't find the manual (or that missing screw). But you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we’ll take it one step at a time so the pieces start to fit and life begins to feel lighter again. I'm ready to help you create the life you’ve been wanting.

Do you struggle to cope in a neurotypical world? You may be feeling burnt out, lonely, or like you’re drowning. As an AuDHD therapist who has experienced all these feelings and more, you’ll know you’re working with someone who gets it and will meet you where you’re at. Executive functioning is HARD, and emotion regulation can feel impossible some days. We all need a safe space to unmask, so I've set up my virtual space with crystals, homemade art, and vinyl records for relaxing vibes. I use nervous system regulation, emotion regulation, DBT skills for neurodivergent folx, CBT, art therapy & more. I’m here to help you work towards your goals while providing support along the way! As an LCMHCA & LCASA, I am passionate about working with individuals experiencing both mental health and substance abuse/misuse. I began in the field in 2021 and have worked with a diverse group of clients. Due to my own experiences, I’m very passionate about working with women’s issues, autism, addictions, ADHD signs & symptoms, nervous system regulation, depression, anxiety, suicide loss & ideation. If you haven’t heard this recently: thank you for being here, you are strong to face this crazy world. If you’re looking for a counselor who is curious & wants to learn from you while assisting you in your mental health journey, welcome. As an AuDHD counselor, I offer a safe & judgement-free zone for you to unmask and talk through emotions, big or small.