Ashley Newbrough-Marriage & Family Therapist

02/21/2026

Last night it was so peaceful outside, I had to grab my guitar. I haven’t been playing as much lately, after fully transitioning from primarily music therapist to marriage and family therapist work. This song has brought comfort to so many as I have used it in my practice, and for me as a therapist it aligns with the Narrative Therapy work I often do. It’s not putting a silver lining on the sh*tty stuff, but recognizing that when life gets hardest, sometimes we can’t see past the immediate survival needs around us to any glimmers of beauty, peace, or hope. And, it also begs the question, “how DID you survive? If you got through the storm, and assuming you did because you’re reading this now, HOW?” To me, therapy–and life! – is a both/and situation. It’s nuanced. The most painful things happen, and we bear witness to the profound impact of these losses without debating how hard or how to make them prettier. AND, we also look for what the ugliness may have overshadowed in the moment. Because those glimpses of loveliness, grit, fight for justice, determination, values…those are there, too. When we are able to see layers of meaning and experience, we can weave new stories out of the old.

02/19/2026

This non-exhaustive list really only begins to describe what therapy does, and distinguishes it from ways we might engage in technology to get support. There are many legit ways to use technology to support mental health, and I don't harbor ill-will regarding the benefits that we might receive from technology. BUT, there are certain things that are so very human and central to the therapeutic relationship that only occur in human spaces. As much as technology can change the world...let's look at how therapy can change the world!

02/13/2026

I have a couple of (rare!) openings for in-person sessions in Downtown Hendersonville. If you or someone you love is in need of support, please reach out. I support individuals, couples, and families. Be well and take care of yourselves this weekend!

02/08/2026

Good morning! If you have tried to reach me via Messenger, I have not received it, and I cannot send outgoing messages either! Instead, please instead email hello.ashley.therapist@gmail.com.
I apologize and look forward to hearing from you soon!

01/11/2026

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01/03/2026

12/28/2025

Sunday Scaries? Let's try some self-care...but not the kind that requires you go get a manicure (if you can, that's great) or do 1 hour of yoga with zero interruptions (if that's you, rock on). What if you don't hit your goals 100%, but you utilize an intention that carries you, rain or shine, throughout the day? THAT is caring for yourself. Setting unrealistic goals is not self-care. Sometimes that becomes self-sabotage.
This kind of self-care may require some comfort with discomfort. It may feel inadequate to set an intention of being 1% more patient today, or pacing yourself. But integrating this intention is a gift that multiplies. The more you notice it, the more you'll do it, and the more you do it, the more you'll notice it.
Experiment and learn with this kind of self-care today.

12/20/2025

12/17/2025

Life is hard. Holidays can be harder. Wherever you are today, I am honored to join you on the path, and we can walk it together. Healing happens in relational spaces. Reach out...you don't have to do it alone. Link here and in bio. www.hendersonvilletherapist.com

12/07/2025

As a systemic therapist, I am passionate about helping people (individuals, couples, or families) understand their problems in systemic terms. This has so many benefits: clients feel less blame and shame, clients may be prompted to go deeper in understanding themselves when they see the problem pattern more clearly, and clients are empowered to experiment with making different choices with less fear of failure. We can take a playful attitude toward the problem. Ready to learn more?

12/07/2025

As a systemic therapist, I am passionate about helping people (individuals, couples, or families) understand their problems in systemic terms. This has so many benefits: clients feel less blame and shame, clients may be prompted to go deeper in understanding themselves when they see the problem more clearly, and clients are empowered to experiment with making different choices with less fear of failure. We can take a playful attitude toward the problem. Have you experienced any of the following examples?

03/01/2025

Months ago I wrote this post https://www.facebook.com/share/p/15qwFSWVJU/ about a houseplant I adopted and had to "chop and prop," pondering the parallels to grief, loss, and post-traumatic healing. One of the little propagations has grown into this beauty. I can hardly believe how it has grown, and yet, why should I be surprised?! A dozen or so little faces, warm and wide, instinctively turn to welcome the light. May it be so for you, too, if you find yourself reading this today 🙏