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Your Trusted Holistic Mental Health Therapist in Charlotte, NC
Blue Sage Counseling and Wellness is a Charlotte-based holistic psychotherapy practice specializing in anxiety, depression, and trauma treatment for adults. Founded on the principle that healing occurs through mind-body connection, we employ evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to address root causes rather than symptoms. With 15 years of clinical experience, our lead therapist Ashley Francis helps clients break negative patterns, develop self-compassion, and restore emotional well-being through personalized treatment plans.Our three-phase approach - Foundations, Working, and Maintenance - ensures gradual progress with measurable outcomes, complemented by alternative therapies like Reiki energy healing. We serve clients seeking drug-free mental health solutions and those wishing to reduce reliance on medication, emphasizing client autonomy and sustainable lifestyle changes.
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Therapy
Trauma/PTSD Therapy
Reiki Energy Healing
Intensive Therapy Sessions
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of specialized mental health experience with evidence-based therapies
- Our holistic approach integrates mind-body connection and alternative healing methods
- Personalized three-phase treatment plans ensure measurable progress and long-term results
- Specialized trauma therapy using EMDR, the gold standard for PTSD treatment
- Compassionate support for clients seeking medication-free mental health solutions
What people say
Life changing
Fantastic therapist
Warm and engaging
Instrumental in healing
Well-rounded professional
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Our anxiety treatment in Charlotte utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address root causes of anxiety disorders. Through structured sessions, we help clients identify negative thought patterns, develop coping strategies, and implement mindfulness practices. This evidence-based approach empowers clients to manage symptoms independently while addressing underlying emotional triggers.
Depression Therapy
Specialized depression treatment combines CBT techniques with holistic approaches to restore emotional balance. We help clients reconnect with lost joy through personalized treatment plans that address sleep disturbances, negative self-perception, and relationship challenges. Our therapy focuses on rebuilding self-worth and establishing sustainable wellness routines.
Trauma/PTSD Therapy
Trauma therapy employs EMDR techniques to process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact. This specialized treatment helps clients reframe traumatic experiences, develop coping mechanisms, and restore normal stress responses through a structured eight-phase approach that includes future scenario visualization.
Reiki Energy Healing
Reiki sessions promote natural healing through energy channeling techniques that reduce stress and physical discomfort. This non-invasive therapy complements mental health treatment by restoring energy flow through chakra pathways, enhancing relaxation, and supporting the body's self-healing mechanisms for chronic pain and emotional distress.
Intensive Therapy Sessions
Customizable intensive programs deliver concentrated therapeutic support over 1-4 days. These immersive sessions provide rapid progress equivalent to months of traditional therapy through focused exploration of personal, couples, or family dynamics in a structured, supportive environment.
People
Ashley Francis
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
With 15 years of experience in Charlotte, Ashley specializes in holistic mental health treatment. She combines traditional therapy with alternative approaches to address anxiety, depression, and trauma while emphasizing self-compassion and sustainable healing.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We specialize in anxiety treatment, depression therapy, trauma/PTSD counseling, Reiki energy healing, and intensive therapy sessions for individuals and groups.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as an out-of-network provider. Clients receive detailed receipts for potential insurance reimbursement but we do not bill insurance directly.
How long does therapy typically last?
Most clients complete treatment in 3-12 months, with sessions transitioning from weekly to monthly as progress is achieved through our three-phase approach.
Can therapy help with medication reduction?
Many clients successfully reduce medication reliance through our holistic approach, though we recommend consulting physicians before making any medication changes.
What makes your approach different?
We combine evidence-based therapies like CBT and EMDR with alternative treatments such as Reiki, focusing on mind-body connection for comprehensive healing.
Do you offer emergency services?
We provide scheduled appointments only. For emergencies, please contact local crisis resources or visit the nearest emergency room.
Reviews (6)
Madelin Bender
Jul 31, 2021
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I just started seeing Ashley recently and she's already helped me and my mental healthy substantially. She has such a unique approach to counseling and incorporates interactive and hands-on activities into each session. She has pulled things out of me that I don't think I would have considered on my own. I can't recommend her enough!
Kirstin Webb
Jun 30, 2021
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Ashley Francis was recommended to me by a friend who also practices therapy in the Charlotte area. If I had any idea of the positive impact that our sessions would have on me, I wouldve started therapy so much sooner. Ashley is empathetic, authentic, understanding, and transparent. And, shes always open to giving me the flexibility to navigate our sessions in a way thats comfortable for me (even in the moments when I may deflect or speak cryptically :)), while still helping ensure that Im taking the necessary steps to progress. Im forever grateful for Ashleys support throughout
Bret Hammond
Jun 15, 2021
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Please be advised before using Ashley Francis to improve your mental wellness. She is known for using dating apps to recruit and generate new business, instead of using it as it's intended. This is truly a person who lacks the empathy to understand people on a personal level and may need some counseling herself. You should carefully consider this before placing your trust & valuable mental health into someone this like. She is not "committed to doing whats right for the world."
Dolores Hernandez
Feb 13, 2021
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I have had the privilege of knowing and working with Ashley at two different mental health agencies. I have watched her grow both personally and professionally and am proud to call her a colleague and a friend. Ashely is an extremely kind, compassionate, and empathetic person that takes all those wonderful qualities into her therapy work with clients. She works diligently to understand the needs of each individual so she can help guide them on their path to growth and healing. If you are looking for a therapist with a wealth of knowledge and experience in treating mental health issues, you have
Nathan Santalucia
Nov 19, 2020
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Of Blue Sage Counseling and Wellness is truly a professional, relatable, compassionate therapist. She's a special find in her field. I recommend her to anyone that has thought about seeking a licensed professional therapist that can get you back to the real you. Consult with Ashley, you'll be glad you did.
Tom Burchinal
Nov 09, 2020
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I've worked with several different therapists off and on through the years, when the need is there, and have been fortunate to have worked with two in particular who are just wonderful. One lives in Oregon, and the other one is Ashley at Blue Sage here in Charlotte. She is an excellent communicator, compassionate listener, and holds great space. She is professional, reliable, and clear, but also clearly loves the work she does and that comes through in her sessions, which is special. Personally, she has helped me process an unbelievable amount of family-related stress, and also connected me to
