Therapist in Dublin, Ohio Ashley Pennybacker, Therapist

Ashley Pennybacker, LPC, helps individuals in Ohio navigate life’s most overwhelming moments with clarity, resilience, and renewed confidence. She provides individual therapy to adolescents, teens, and adults, creating a supportive environment that encourages honest exploration and lasting change. Whether you’re managing depression, recovering from trauma, or adjusting to life transitions, Ashley tailors her approach to meet your unique needs and values, helping you move forward with purpose. Ashley is especially passionate about supporting individuals experiencing substance use challenges, anxiety, and trauma-related concerns. She uses a compassionate and structured approach to help clients better understand the patterns that contribute to emotional distress. Through evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based practices, Ashley empowers clients to reframe unhelpful thought patterns, build effective coping strategies, and feel more grounded in their daily lives. In addition to her clinical specialties, Ashley offers affirming, inclusive care for individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, as well as those with developmental disabilities or experiences in adoption and foster care. She creates a safe, respectful space where each person feels truly seen and supported. With a deep understanding of how identity, personal history, and environment shape mental health, Ashley provides thoughtful, individualized care that fosters healing and growth. Outside of her clinical work, Ashley enjoys hiking, reading, and capturing the beauty of the outdoors through nature and landscape photography.