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Dr. Ashten Gallagher, Ed.D., LCSW-S, BCD

Virtual Trauma Therapy Provider. Texas BHEC approved Supervisor. Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social work. Texas Family Mediator

Clinical Social Work Supervision

I'm passionate about mentoring and supervising aspiring social workers, helping them confidently step into the next phase of their careers. What makes me a good fit for this role? I've had the privilege of leading and overseeing licensed master social workers, as well as students in practicums and internships, and entire mental health teams. I've also designed training programs and partnered with multidisciplinary forensic teams to enhance how we deliver services.

My experience spans various settings, from children's advocacy centers to outpatient counseling and inpatient behavioral health, including psychiatric intensive care. In every role, I've been dedicated to improving mental health services and supporting professional growth. After years of commitment to clinical social work, I'm proud to be a Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work through the American Board of Clinical Social Work. This highlights my dedication to both helping individuals heal and nurturing the next generation of mental health leaders – which could be you! My aim is for every professional I supervise to complete their supervision feeling empowered and ready for whatever comes next in their social work career.

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Texas Divorce Mediator

As a dedicated family mediator, I am rigorously trained and certified to meet all State of Texas guidelines for both basic and advanced family mediation, including the specialized requirements for cases involving the parent-child relationship. I am pleased to offer convenient virtual family mediation services, making it easier for you to resolve complex issues from the comfort of your own home. My practice focuses specifically on divorce mediation, encompassing all aspects of custody disputes, whether you are navigating an initial divorce filing or seeking modifications to existing orders.

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Virtual Trauma Therapy Serving TX, OH & CA

Hi, I’m Dr. Ashten Gallagher, Ed.D., LCSW-S, BCD, a dedicated trauma therapist serving clients in Texas, Ohio, and California, as well as the Founder and Clinical Director of CG Counseling. While I’m not a medication prescriber or medical doctor (a fun fact—anyone with a doctoral degree holds the title “Doctor”), I am a Doctor of Education specializing in Community Care and Counseling with a focus on trauma counseling. My research centers on attachment-based trauma within family systems.

With extensive real world experience in trauma-focused counseling as a clinical social worker and therapist, I’m passionate about guiding trauma survivors on their healing journeys. To ensure quality care, I start with the theoretical orientation of interpersonal neurobiology, which I am formally trained in, and I use evidence-based interventions like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Cognitive Processing Therapy, tailoring each approach to meet each client’s unique needs. My dedication to trauma therapy and EMDR is grounded in both my doctoral studies and my commitment to staying informed on the latest techniques and advancements in trauma research.

Whether you choose to work with me or someone else, I wish you the very best in your therapy journey.

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