MY STORY
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Dr. Ashley Turbeville, a licensed psychologist and the founder of Trailhead Psychology in Golden, Colorado. I work with children, teens, parents, and perinatal moms, helping them navigate anxiety, OCD, behavior challenges, and the many transitions of family life.
My goal is to provide therapy that is both supportive and effective. Clients often come to me when they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of the next step. Part of this work is with expecting and new mothers who are navigating the unique challenges of pregnancy and postpartum. Together, we create a plan grounded in research-based strategies that helps children, teens, parents, and perinatal moms feel more confident, connected, and capable of living a values-based life.
My passion for this work comes from seeing how transformative it can be when children, parents, and families feel supported. I believe therapy should feel practical and encouraging, giving you tools you can use right away and a space where you truly feel heard.
Dr. Ashley Turbeville
She/Her/Hers
My Training and Background
I began my career as a school psychologist, earning my graduate degree from Texas Woman’s University. I worked in schools in Michigan, where I conducted evaluations, developed IEPs and 504 plans, designed interventions, and collaborated with parents, teachers, and administrators. These years gave me a strong foundation in child development and a deep appreciation for how much school, family, and community shape a child’s experience. I carry this perspective with me into every session with no child ever just seen in isolation, but as part of a larger system of relationships and supports.
I went on to earn my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at New York University, where I trained in hospitals and college counseling centers across New York City, including Mount Sinai, Beth Israel, and Fordham. There, I gained experience in short- and long-term therapy, group work, and psychological and neuropsychological assessment.
After graduate school, I completed my pre-doctoral internship at Aurora Mental Health Center, where I worked with children and adolescents in outpatient clinics, a pediatrician’s office, and a day treatment program. I stayed on at Aurora for a postdoctoral fellowship, specializing in early childhood and perinatal mental health. I worked with young children and their families, provided integrated care for pregnant and postpartum women in an OB/GYN clinic, and consulted with local preschools and childcare centers.
Over the years, I have also worked in community clinics, hospitals, therapeutic day treatment programs, college counseling, pediatric practices, and private practice. Each of these settings has shaped my perspective and taught me something valuable about supporting families in different stages of life.
Education
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Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, New York University, 2017
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Specialist in School Psychology, Texas Woman’s University, 2008
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B.A. in Psychology, Texas Woman’s University, 2005
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My Approach
I believe therapy works best when it feels like a true partnership. My approach is integrative and flexible, drawing on therapies that have been shown to help, while always tailoring them to you and your family. Approaches I often use include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), mindfulness, behavior management therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), and Circle of Security Parenting (COSP).
With young children, my work is attachment-focused. Sessions often integrate play and typically include both parent and child, to empower parents with the skills to better understand their child’s unique needs, to develop empathetic ways of understanding and supporting their child, and to strengthen the bond between child and parent. I often include Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) coaching to support parents with developing specific skills for managing behaviors and enhancing their relationship with their child.
With school-age children and teens, I often use play, art, and humor to build trust, encourage expression, and create a safe space for growth. Even with older children and teens, parent involvement is essential to achieving treatment goals and maintaining progress after treatment, and parents are often included in sessions and as part of collateral sessions. My areas of specialization in working with children and teens is focused on anxiety, OCD, and providing support during this chapter of development.
With expecting and new parents, I specialize in perinatal anxiety and OCD. I support moms who may be struggling with intrusive thoughts, constant worries, or the emotional weight of adjusting to parenthood. I specialize in treating anxiety and OCD in perinatal moms. Together, we work to ease symptoms, strengthen coping, and foster secure attachment with your baby, while also making space for your own well-being.
No matter who I’m working with, my approach is strengths-based, collaborative, and focused on building resilience.
Outside the Office
I am originally from West Texas and I have lived in Michigan and New York, but my family and I have made our home in Colorado. When I’m not seeing clients, I am spending time with my husband, our two school-age children, and our dog, Gus. I enjoy being outdoors, reading, jogging, and traveling where I can explore new places, learn about different cultures, and meet people around the world.
In addition to my clinical work, I serve as adjunct faculty in the Mental Health and Wellness graduate program at New York University. I teach Counseling Lab, Practicum, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Teaching allows me to stay connected to the latest research and to mentor graduate students who are beginning their own careers as counselors and therapists.
Animal-Assisted Therapy
One of my favorite partners in this work is Gus, my Mini Australian Labradoodle. Gus joined my practice in 2022 and quickly became a favorite among children and families. He is gentle, easy-going, and especially loves working with kids. He has a gift for helping children feel at ease by welcoming them into the room, sitting quietly beside them, offering a paw, or just making them smile.
Gus and I have trained together through Pet Partners, and I am a member of both Pet Partners and the Association of Animal Assisted Intervention Professionals (AAAIP). These organizations set the standard for safe, effective animal-assisted therapy, which I am proud to bring into my practice.
My office is located in Golden where I see clients in-person.
I also see clients remotely using a secure, video Telehealth platform. I am able to see clients throughout the state of Colorado or in PSYPACT states (Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Connecticut, Colorado, Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming).