Meet Ashley Alderette, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
I believe you have better days ahead.
Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and serving clients throughout Virginia, Washington D.C., and across the United States.
Helping High-Achieving Professionals Break Free from Chronic Stress and Reconnect with What Matters Most.
Embark on a transformative journey towards inner peace and well-being through therapy.
Imagine having a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and supported, a place where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Therapy offers that sanctuary, allowing you to make sense of your experiences, process challenges, and gain insight into the patterns that may be holding you back.
I strive to create a warm, collaborative environment where we can untangle the complexities of your anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship struggles and pave the way for meaningful growth. Through open dialogue and compassionate guidance, we will work together to help you gain clarity, cultivate self-trust, and build the confidence to step into the life you desire.
But therapy is more than just exploration, it’s about empowerment and action. With the right tools, strategies, and support, you can move from feeling stuck to feeling capable, from overwhelmed to balanced, and from self-doubt to self-assurance. Whether you're navigating big life changes, working on communication skills, or learning to set boundaries, therapy provides a structured path toward lasting transformation.
You don’t have to face these challenges alone. I’m here to walk alongside you, helping you build resilience, embrace self-discovery, and create a fulfilling life on your terms. If you're ready to take that first step, let's connect.
Finding Balance, Confidence and Peace Amidst Life’s Challenges
My mission is to empower you with the insight and tools needed to find peace amidst the chaos. Life can feel overwhelming at times, leaving you stuck in cycles of stress, self-doubt, or emotional exhaustion. Whether you're navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, or career pressures, you don’t have to go through it alone.
I believe that therapy is more than just finding relief from distress, it's about empowering you to make sense of your experiences, reconnect with your inner strength, and step into the life you truly desire. Together, we’ll work to help you find clarity, confidence, and purpose, so you can live life as fully as possible.
My approach goes beyond symptom management, I help you uncover the root causes of what’s holding you back, so you can create meaningful, lasting change. Through a combination of therapy, mindfulness techniques, and personalized strategies, we'll work together to help you:
Gain a deeper understanding of your emotions and triggers
Develop healthier coping mechanisms
Build confidence and self-trust
Foster deeper, more fulfilling relationships
Navigate life’s transitions with clarity and ease
I support clients through a wide range of challenges, including:
Anxiety & overthinking
Depression & emotional burnout
Low self-esteem & self-doubt
Relationship challenges & boundary-setting
Communication & assertiveness skills
People-pleasing tendencies
Navigating major life transitions
Career stress & work-life balance
Body image & self-acceptance
You deserve to feel at peace within yourself and your life. Let’s take the first step together toward healing, growth, and a future that feels fulfilling on your terms.
I Bring Warmth and Active Engagement to Every Session
I have a unique ability to:
Feel energy shifts in real time and help you notice what's happening in your body
Gently guide you out of mental loops and into embodied awareness
Focus on building your strengths while addressing what's keeping you stuck
Create a safe space where you can be honest about how hard things really are
People who know me often say I'm a good listener, warm, and compassionate. Clients tell me they feel truly heard and understood in our sessions. I take an active approach to therapy because I believe you deserve more than just someone nodding along, you deserve someone who will gently challenge you and help you discover your best self.
What Lights Me Up About This Work
I love helping clients step into their purpose and achieve their deepest life desires. There's nothing more fulfilling than watching someone reconnect with themselves and start living a more present, meaningful life.
Some of my favorite moments as a therapist are when I see clients smile again, when they start feeling confident in themselves, or when they finally get into the healthy relationships they deserve. Helping people move from survival mode to thriving is what makes this work so meaningful to me.
I believe in telling the truth with love, expressing honest feedback and feelings in a kind, respectful way that's meant to foster connection and growth.
Where am I licensed to practice?
Licensure
While I am licensed to practice throughout Florida, Virginia and Washington, D.C., I am Psypact certified which means I can see clients throughout the United States that participate in Psypact.
Training & Education
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Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, VA
M.A. in Clinical Psychology, American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, VA
B.S. in Psychology and Sociology, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, VA
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Throughout my professional career I have worked at a variety of settings such as outpatient programs, residential programs and community mental health. I completed an APA-accredited internship at Loudoun County Mental Health Substance Abuse and Developmental Services in Virginia. I have a wide range of experience working with diverse cultural populations experiencing relationship issues, trauma, grief and bereavement, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, self-harming and suicidal behaviors, and serious mental illnesses. Additionally, I have clinical experience working in a residential treatment program for eating disorders and volunteered at various eating disorder organizations.
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Somatic Experiencing International, Dr. Peter Levine- In Progress
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), EMDR Institute Inc.
Contemporary psychodynamic training at the Washington School of Psychiatry (WSP)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Attachment science in practice, Dr. Sue Johnson
Intensive training in Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RO DBT) by Dr. Thomas Lynch
Intensive training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), the Behavioral Tech/Linehan Institute
Gottman Method Couples Therapy- Level 1, The Gottman Institute
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I have extensive experience training other clinicians, having supervised the clinical work of doctoral level therapists in college and private practice settings.
Let's Get Started
You don't have to keep living with chronic stress and overwhelm. It's possible to feel calm, grounded, and connected to what truly matters in your life. You deserve to move from just surviving to actually thriving in your life.
If you're ready to break free from the constant overthinking and build a healthier relationship with yourself, I'd love to support you on that journey. Let's talk about how therapy can help you reconnect with the life you truly want to lead.
Contact me today to schedule your free consultation and take the first step toward feeling like yourself again.
