Art Therapy, Somatic Experiencing® & Trauma Counseling

My name is Kara Ashley-Gilmore, and I provide trauma and attachment-focused counseling and art therapy. I specialize in helping adults heal from childhood abuse & neglect and cope with current chronic stress, anxiety & depression. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered & Board Certified Art Therapist, and Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner. I also use CBT and mindfulness practices to help you build skills for coping with the stressful events that are happening now, as well as to heal from things that have happened in the past.

Finding a trauma-informed therapist can be stressful. I am in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC. I also contract with Headway to provide services for clients with Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, and Oscar Health insurance plans.

I offer a free, 30-minute consultation to provide an opportunity to meet before committing to working together. Telehealth sessions are also available for NC, SC, & FL residents who prefer to meet virtually. You’re not alone, and you don’t have to do this alone. Call or email if you’d like to partner in this process.