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Swell Sessions w/ Chericka Ashmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MHP, CMHS
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XXXX, Bellingham, WA 98229
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As a multi-racial, formally diagnosed autistic individual with lived experiences of systemic violence, I bring a unique and deeply empathetic perspective to therapy. These experiences have shaped my understanding of how trauma impacts vulnerable populations differently and often more severely. My commitment to civil rights advocacy is driven by a passion for addressing systemic violence against marginalized communities, including people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, those living in poverty, and people with disabilities.
I have found EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to be exceptionally effective in treating trauma. It provides rapid, non-invasive results, making it an ideal method for addressing the spectrum of trauma, from minor to major events. Trauma is highly subjective—what affects one person deeply might not impact another in the same way.
My diverse experience includes working in homes, community mental health agencies, inpatient treatment, group settings, online, and private practice. I have two other providers available for booking and encourage you to view the Swell Sessions website. We look forward to connecting with you.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $160
- Couple Sessions $160
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa
Insurance
- I do not accept insurance due to the following:
- Limitations on type and amount of treatment.
- Pre-existing conditions are at risk.
- Social workers are reimbursed at the lowest rate.
- Out of Network
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Swell Sessions w/ Chericka Ashmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MHP, CMHS
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LW60169881 Chericka L Ashmann
- In Practice for 22 Years
- Certificate from University of Central Oklahoma Bachelor Chemical Dependency / 1998
- Attended University of Oklahoma, Graduated 2002
Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Chericka L Ashmann
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
- Substance Use
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Career Counseling
- Child
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Sports Performance
- Suicidal Ideation
- Thinking Disorders
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
- You just can't "get over it?"
- You've come to the right place!
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied
Ethnicity
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied
Ethnicity
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Harm Reduction
- Intervention
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Neuro-Linguistic (NLP)
- Person-Centered
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Structural Family Therapy
- Trauma Focused
Location
Primary Location
Swell Sessions w/ Chericka Ashmann
XXXX
Bellingham, WA 98229
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Additional Location
Swell Sessions
Seattle, WA 98117
(360) 215-2551Nearby Areas
Cities
Neighborhoods
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Swell Sessions w/ Chericka Ashmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MHP, CMHS