Ashley Williams | Relationship + Couples Therapist | NY/NJ
LMHC-D, NCC, LPC
Couples & Relationship Therapy for Adults Feeling Stuck, Overwhelmed, or Disconnected
Maybe your relationship looks fine to friends, family, or even to you but inside, you feel tension, distance, or frustration building every day.
- You worry you’re “too much” or “not enough” for your partner.
- Small disagreements spiral, leaving you drained and disconnected.
- You second-guess yourself, avoid tough conversations, or keep your needs to yourself.
- You’ve tried talking, reading books, or doing everything “right,” but patterns keep repeating.
You’re exhausted from trying to fix everything alone… and you want it to feel different.
Most of my clients want a relationship that feels emotionally safe, connected, and balanced. They want to:
- Speak up without fear of shutdown or fight loops
- Resolve conflict without resentment
- Rebuild trust and emotional intimacy
- Know that being themselves is enough
This isn’t about perfection, it’s about consistent connection, understanding, and growth.
How I Help
In our work together, we’ll focus on understanding how your past experiences and relationship patterns are still showing up in the present, and gently begin shifting those dynamics. We’ll explore emotional triggers, nervous system responses, and the ways you and your partner communicate under stress.
You’ll learn how to regulate emotions, express your needs clearly, and create safety in your relationship, so that connection doesn’t feel like a guessing game.
This isn’t about “fixing” you or your partner, it’s about helping you both feel understood, supported, and capable of building a relationship that truly honors each of you.
Who This Is For
This may be a good fit for you if you:
- Feel stuck in repeated conflicts or emotional withdrawal
- Want insight into your relationship patterns and practical tools
- Are ready to take action to improve connection and communication
- Seek a safe, supportive environment for honest conversations
Credentials
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor-D and the founder of Cardinal Hope Mental Health Counseling, a group practice built on compassionate, client-centered care. I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, a certificate in Interdisciplinary Trauma Studies, and a bachelor’s degree in Applied Psychology. I have extensive experience supporting individuals and couples navigating attachment wounds, relational trauma, and emotionally complex relationship patterns.
In addition to my clinical work, I currently serve as the 2025 President of the American Counseling Association of New York, following my roles as President-Elect and Upstate Region Chair. These leadership roles keep me deeply engaged in advocacy, ethics, and advancing high standards of care across the counseling profession.
My work and perspective have been featured by outlets such as Syracuse University, CNY Spectrum News, the Telewellness Hub Podcast, and the New York Post, where I speak on relationships, emotional health, and mental wellness. At the core of everything I do is creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported not judged, rushed, or “fixed.”
📍I’m currently accepting new adult clients in New York. Let’s explore what’s really happening in your relationships and build a path forward.