Move forward faster—therapy intensives now available in Carlsbad, CA.
Meet Ashley DUChene, LMFT
Welcome-I'm Glad You're Here!
Hi, I’m Ashley DuChene (pronounced “du-shane”), a therapist, a longtime photographer, and someone who gets what it means to hold a lot at once.
I work with teens and adults who are ready to stop over-functioning and start feeling more grounded, clear, and steady in their own skin. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, or just a sense that something’s off, we’ll find a rhythm and depth that feels doable and real.
How I Work
I bring a mix of calm, humor, and clinical skill to the room. Therapy with me is thoughtful and practical, never performative. We’ll get curious about your patterns, make sense of what’s driving them, and work with tools like EMDR, Brainspotting, Schema Therapy, and CBT to create real traction. Some clients come weekly. Others prefer longer sessions or short-term intensives. Either way, we’ll figure out what’s right for you.
What I Bring to the Work
Before private practice, I worked in schools, grief counseling, and a trauma treatment center, supporting people through everything from daily stress to life-shifting pain. Alongside my therapy work, I’ve spent 20 years as a portrait photographer. That part of my life sharpened my eye for emotion, pattern, and unspoken dynamics. It still shapes how I notice, track, and respond to what’s happening in the therapy room.
What It’s Like to Work With Me
Clients describe me as warm, direct, funny, grounded, and real. I’ll be honest when something isn’t working, but I’m never harsh. You don’t have to over-explain, get everything “right,” or carry it all alone. This is a space for clarity, perspective, and forward motion.
Let’s Talk
If you’re ready to do something different, even if you’re not sure what that looks like yet, I’d love to meet you.
Warmly,
Ashley DuChene, MA, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, CA License No. 140240