UNIONDALE, NY / ACCESS Newswire / May 21, 2025 / Marquis Who's Who honors Jessica C. Ashley, MA, for her expertise in the field of mental health care. Ms. Ashley is the chief executive officer and founder of JC & Ashley Counseling LLC.
For her accomplishments in her field, Ms. Ashley was included in Marquis Who's Who of Professional Women, a prestigious biographical listing.
About Ms. Ashley
Ms. Ashley entered the mental health industry because of her compassion for others, especially those who are struggling with psychiatric crises. Long committed to helping others, she earned a bachelor's degree in psychology and sociology from North Carolina Wesleyan University and a master's degree in human services with a concentration in marriage and family therapy from Liberty University.
During her 15 years in the mental health industry, Ms. Ashley has served as the director for several agencies, garnering the experience and knowledge that are now essential assets to her own counseling service. She has worked in residential treatment and community-based care and holds a deep understanding of the field's challenges. Her areas of expertise include crisis services, crisis intervention, de-escalation, psychiatric crisis and suicidal ideation.
The Founding of JC & Ashley Counseling
JC & Ashley Counseling opened its doors in 2023, lending its main focus to those in psychiatric crisis. The agency additionally assists other mental health providers in starting their own crisis management programs and counsels them on how to maintain them. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in her area is directly connected to JC & Ashley Counseling and Ms. Ashley and her staff respond to the emergency calls. In their role, they de-escalate situations and work to resolve mental health events without involving law enforcement. It is their goal to avoid hospitalization whenever possible.
As chief executive officer of JC & Ashley Counseling, Ms. Ashley oversees a staff of 10 highly qualified counselors and has added two additional staff members, including a clinician. A goal she had for her own counseling service was for her to not only deal with the daily operations but also to take on a proactive role in responding to those in need. She feels it is essential for her to be as involved as her staff members are in dealing with clients in crisis. She personally responds to emergency calls, which sometimes results in her traveling to the client's location to directly intercede.
Another aspect of Ms. Ashley's role is marketing the services of JC & Ashley Counseling within the local community. She interacts with the Department of Social Services, local community service boards, local hospitals and law enforcement departments.
A Dedication to the Community
Ms. Ashley attributes her success to her dedication to serving others in her community and her strong work ethic. Her hands-on approach reflects her commitment, compassion and empathy for those she helps. The messages she receives from her clients expressing their appreciation for her efforts inspire her to continue in her personal mission to exert a positive impact on the lives of those in need.
The mental health industry can often take a heavy emotional toll on those who work in the field and Ms. Ashley encourages her staff to take time for themselves. The encouragement and support that her family and colleagues give her have been instrumental to her success.
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