Ashley Freeman, MSW, LICSW

Pronouns 

she/her/hers

Education

Bachelor of Social Work, Chatham University, Pittsburgh PA 

Master of Social Work, West Virginia University

Licensure Status

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, WV

Therapeutic Orientation

Integrative approach incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, positive psychology, and mindfulness.

Areas of Clinical Interest

Substance Use, Trauma, Interpersonal Violence, Identity Development, Anxiety, Depression, and Crisis Intervention

Bio

I was born and raised in West Virginia but eventually moved to Pittsburgh, PA. While living in Pittsburgh, I did a lot of volunteer work which spurred my interest in pursuing a career in social work. During my time in Pittsburgh, I received a bachelor’s in social work from Chatham University, worked as a community health worker, and interned and volunteered as a victim’s advocate at Pittsburgh Action Against Rape. While working in the social service field, I noticed the prevalence of substance use and how it affects individuals and the community. Eventually, I decided to move back to Morgantown to pursue my master’s in social work at WVU, focusing on substance use. Before joining the Carruth Center team, I worked as a drug and alcohol counselor at a medication-assisted treatment facility in rural West Virginia.  I love the outdoors! I love hiking, bicycling, and camping. I also love art, live music, and reading.