Ashley Vandergunst, BA (Hons), MA(C), RP (Qualifying)

Ashley’s goal as your therapist is to provide you with a safe, compassionate space. She considers it an honour and privilege when you share your life experiences with her and allow her to join you on your personal journey. Life often presents us with unforeseen challenges, testing our resilience and mental fortitude. Seeking support can be challenging; though, a courageous step for your mental health. Ashley strives to help you with overcoming challenges, achieving your goals, and helping to promote healing and lasting change within your life. Ashley earned her Honours Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Public Policy with a double Minor in Sociology and Psychology from the University of Guelph and her Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. Also, Ashley is a Qualifying Member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association member. Ashley draws on a variety of therapies, and, depending on her client’s needs, she integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Self-Compassion and Mindfulness-Based approaches along with others.