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Ashley Burk

Ashley Burk, LCSW, CSW

Therapist in Colorado

Compassionate social worker focused on self esteem

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4 years of experience listed

LCSW, CSW professional credentials

English languages

  • Practical goal setting
  • Family stress support
  • Trauma-informed care

About Ashley

Ashley Burk is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with four years of professional experience. She works in Colorado and offers a calm, respectful approach for people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low confidence, or depression. She acknowledges that starting therapy takes courage and welcomes people who want support.

Ashley focuses on practical conversations tailored to each person. She listens for what matters most and helps set small, manageable goals. Sessions are aimed at improving everyday coping, boosting self esteem, and addressing family-related stress and relationship patterns.

Her work also covers trauma and abuse, along with related concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, and guilt or shame. She supports people dealing with chronic illness or pain, caregiver stress, and the emotional fallout from family of origin problems. Communication difficulties, impulsivity, isolation, and eating or food-related struggles are also within her scope.

Ashley adapts the plan to a client’s needs rather than using a single method for everyone. She brings sensitivity and respect to each conversation and checks in about what is and isn’t working. Progress is pursued in concrete steps so changes feel practical and achievable.

People who choose her can expect a direct and empathetic style that centers their priorities. She is licensed in Colorado and Montana and conducts sessions in English. To begin, prospective clients complete a short questionnaire and schedule sessions based on availability.

How evidence-based techniques translate to online therapy

Ashley uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more balanced thinking; this supports anxiety, low mood, and self esteem struggles. Another approach emphasizes building small behavioral changes and daily routines to reduce stress and improve coping with chronic illness or caregiver responsibilities.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and preferences. This means trying methods, checking how they feel, and adjusting the plan together over time.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by removing travel time or allowing shorter check-ins that fit a lunch break. It can also let people keep therapy consistent during relocations or when schedules change. Licensed professionals can help match the practical format to your needs so sessions support lasting progress.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

Montana, Colorado

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Ashley commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, self esteem, depression, and trauma or abuse. She also helps with family conflict and related issues like attachment, abandonment, and caregiver stress.

What is her general approach in sessions?

The approach is practical and collaborative. Conversations are tailored to each person and focused on setting manageable steps to improve day-to-day functioning.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Ashley has four years of professional work experience supporting people with a range of emotional and family concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in Colorado and Montana. Her practice is based in Colorado.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to get started?

Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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