Ashley Waddington, PhD, LPCS, LPC

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This page is to provide mental health support, advocacy, information about trainings, workshops and events, as well as relevant information as it pertains to mental health.

11/16/2025

When you feel “off,” it’s not random… it’s your nervous system asking for support. 🛋️

Here are some everyday signs your body might be overwhelmed:
✨ Irritability over the smallest things
✨ Feeling stuck and unable to choose the next task
✨ A mind that feels loud, fast, or unfocused

The goal isn’t to push through it.
It’s to pause, breathe, and give your body what it’s been asking for.

Which one of these do you notice the most?

11/14/2025

This work is beautiful. 🛋️

There’s moments, just like every job or career, that feel heavy or lighter AND I still love this work.

Whether it’s the admittance, the space, the presence, the laughter, the tears, the anger.. I love it all 🫶🏼

STIs don’t always come with flashing warning signs. Many people never have noticeable symptoms. But your body does commu...
11/12/2025

STIs don’t always come with flashing warning signs. Many people never have noticeable symptoms.

But your body does communicate. Sometimes through pain, irritation, or subtle changes that tell you it needs attention.

Regular testing is a form of self-respect and care (not shame!)

💕 Take care of your whole self this month.

Sometimes we need a little more than deep breaths. 🛋️ We prepare for physical emergencies, but rarely for emotional one...
11/11/2025

Sometimes we need a little more than deep breaths. 🛋️

We prepare for physical emergencies, but rarely for emotional ones.

Your Emotional Emergency Kit is a reminder that your feelings deserve care too… a small collection of things that help you ground, reconnect, and remind yourself that you’re safe and supported.

Start small. Personalize it. Keep it close.

What would you include in yours?

11/09/2025

Unbox the Heartfelt Collection with me!

What items are you loving? 🥰

Let’s talk about the most common STIs… because the more we know, the better we can care for our bodies. Most of these in...
11/05/2025

Let’s talk about the most common STIs… because the more we know, the better we can care for our bodies.

Most of these infections are treatable or manageable BUT many go unnoticed because of stigma and silence.

Swipe through to learn what they are, how they spread, and why testing is a simple act of self-respect.

11/04/2025

A look behind the (Therapy) curtain 🛋️ 😁

if people are looking at my desk area, they totally noticed the chaotic energy that is me, lol.

however, if you take a closer look, you see there are a number of different skills and resources I use throughout the session to be helpful to clients and here are a few of those for you now!

What resources do you use in session or has your therapist used?!

11/03/2025

Your body always gives you clues… a headache, irritability, brain fog, exhaustion.

If we ignore the whispers, we end up meeting the meltdown.

Rest isn’t lazy, it’s a boundary. 🛋️

Struggling with how to pour into yourself during the upcoming winter months and seasonal feelings?! Here are some quick ...
11/01/2025

Struggling with how to pour into yourself during the upcoming winter months and seasonal feelings?! Here are some quick ways to do so every single day! 🗓️

As we approach a season where things get darker earlier and coldness makes us want to stay inside, focus your attention on INTENTION 🛋️

Which resonates with you?!

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Happy Halloween, friends! 🎃🕯 Here’s to slowing down just enough to enjoy the little things today like a good laugh, a co...
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween, friends! 🎃🕯

Here’s to slowing down just enough to enjoy the little things today like a good laugh, a cozy moment, and maybe a handful (or three) of chocolate 🍫

Whether you’re dressed up, handing out candy, or curled up at home, I hope your day feels light, kind, and a little bit magical.

🧡

10/30/2025

Authenticity, hello!

Being a relatable therapist is an absolute must, in my opinion!

Here is live footage of things I said and did in session with clients this week that contribute to rapport building and meeting the client exactly where they are at versus feeling like there’s a hierarchy between us.

What are some thing your therapist says or does that feel relateable?!

Let’s talk about it — because so many people are silently affected. 1 in 5 people in the U.S. currently have an STI, and...
10/29/2025

Let’s talk about it — because so many people are silently affected.

1 in 5 people in the U.S. currently have an STI, and most don’t even know.

Talking about testing and prevention helps reduce stigma, empowers safer choices, and reminds us that sexual health = mental health too.

💕 This month, we’re diving into all things STI awareness each Wednesday.

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1107 Belleview Street, Suite 101
Columbia, SC
29201

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
6pm - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
6pm - 7pm
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Telephone

+18032001034

Website

https://www.awtherapyandconsulting.com/awtcmerch

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