Ashley Lurker is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) in the state of New Jersey as well as a National Certified Counselor (NCC). Ashley specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) however enjoys utilizing techniques from other orientations such as The Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Ashley believes that a strong therapeutic alliance is integral for successful therapy. Ashley works collaboratively and non-judgmentally with adults who wish to gain insight into their thoughts and behaviors, assisting them to establish goals that will make positive changes in their lives. She particularly enjoys helping clients find their voice so they can advocate for themselves and feel understood.
Her clinical experience includes working with adults across the lifespan seeking assistance with mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, addictions, perinatal mental health, relationship struggles, bereavement, anger management, self-esteem, and managing the stress of life transitions.
Ashley has been trained in Couples Work through the Gottman Institute and Beck Institute. She has been trained in Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for OCD through the Cognitive Behavioral Institute. She received training through Postpartum Support International for Perinatal Mood Disorders. Ashley also has received DBT Core Training through Trinitas.
Serving NJ clients