Hello, my name is Ashley! As an associate therapist at Harlowe Counseling, I strive to help my clients reach their goals and feel heard. I meet my clients where they're at, walk alongside them, and cheer them on throughout the therapeutic process. I enjoy helping women calm their anxiety and grow the strengths they possess within themselves.
Ashley Santamarina, MSW, RCSWI
For the woman you are — and the one you’re becoming.
Associate Therapist
My approach to therapy is rooted in both cogntive theories and behavioral theories. I utilize empathy and compassion to help my clients navigate stress. We might use guided imagery, breathing, and meditation techniques to calm anxiety and gain a clear perspective on challenges that arise.
I draw from a strengths-based perspective, one that is rooted in the belief that each and every person has their own unique strengths that can be utilized to address challenges. Our work will focus on discovering your strengths while steering through stress and anxiety.
My Approach To Therapy
- Teens and college students balancing the stress of school and personal growth
- Women transitioning from military to civilian life
- Female Veterans with stress and anxiety
- Female Veterans who have experienced trauma
- Clients seeking tools to calm anxiety
I love working with:
Our sessions will be focused on identifying your unique strengths and tailoring them to your personal needs. We'll start by creating goals and making clear plans on how to tackle your needs—all in a way that aligns with your values. We'll collaborate to build your "therapy toolkit" to help you in your day-to-day life, and navigate any challenges that come along the way.
What a session with me looks like:
Empathy and Compassion
I want all of my clients to feel heard, safe, and understood in sessions.
My theraputic Values:
Strengths-Based
I encourage and cheer on all of my clients throughout the process of discovering their unique strengths.
Creativity
I believe that every client has different needs, and I strive to creatively create goals and plans that are tailored to those needs.
Self-Esteem
I strive to build my client's confidence and enhance their view of themselves.
Night
Dogs
Vegetables
Film
Natural
Make it up
Coffee
Mountain
Staycation
Big city
Morning
Cats
Fruit
Books
Makeup
Plan it out
Tea
Beach
Vacation
Small town
Rapid fire Edition
"You have a strength within you that no one else can claim" - Unknown
Words I live by
License & Education
the credentials
University of Central Florida - Master of Social Work (2026)
Military Certificate (2026)
We know taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming — that’s why we’ve made it simple. When you schedule your free consultation, you’ll connect directly with Alison, our Practice Admin. She’ll take the time to understand what’s bringing you to therapy, answer your questions, and match you with the therapist best suited to support your needs.
Alison will also walk you through insurance details and next steps so you can feel informed, confident, and cared for from the very start.
