Ashley Tepper-Simpson - Hilde McKernan Therapy & Consultation

Ashley Tepper-Simpson, MS ATR-P

Masters Level Clinician

Ashley Tepper-Simpson is a compassionate and collaborative therapist who supports children, adolescents, and adults as they navigate anxiety, self-esteem concerns, life transitions, grief, and relationship challenges. She creates a safe, affirming space where clients can explore who they are, gain insight into their emotional experiences, and move toward meaningful growth and change.

Ashley believes that therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Her approach is tailored to each individual, drawing from both traditional talk therapy and creative methods when helpful. While she has advanced training in art therapy, many of her clients benefit from structured or insight-oriented therapeutic work. Her goal is always to meet clients where they are, whether they are seeking clarity, coping tools, or deeper emotional understanding.

Ashley’s background includes over a decade of experience in education and mental health, including work in alternative school settings, virtual trauma-focused therapy, teen mentorship programs, and adult wellness workshops. She has a particular gift for helping clients strengthen emotional regulation, improve communication, and build a stronger sense of self.

Modalities Ashley integrates into her work include

Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Person-Centered Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Interventions
Strength-Based Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
Art Therapy (when aligned with the client’s goals)
Play Therapy techniques (for children)
Psychoeducation and Coping Skills Training
Attachment-Based therapy

Specialties

Anxiety and stress management
Self-esteem and identity development
Life transitions
Grief and loss
Interpersonal relationship challenges
Mindfulness and emotional regulation
Child and adolescent behavioral support

Education

Ashley is dedicated to offering inclusive, thoughtful, and evidence-based care to clients of all ages. Clients appreciate Ashley’s calm and supportive presence, as well as her ability to create a space where they feel genuinely understood. She has a talent for helping people untangle difficult emotions, build on their strengths, and move forward with greater confidence and clarity.

Ashley Tepper-Simpson, MS ATR-P

Modalities Ashley integrates into her work include

Specialties

Education

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