Bernard Ashlock, LCPC
Understanding guidance for parenting challenges
Explore online therapy options- Years in practice
- 23
- Credentials
- LCPC
- Licensed in
- Kansas
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Family conflicts
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
About Bernard
Bernard Ashlock is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Kansas with 23 years of experience. He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, grief, anger, self-esteem, and career changes. He also works with issues related to bipolar disorder, aging and geriatric concerns, and blended family challenges.
Bernard takes a practical, straightforward approach in sessions. He helps clients name the problems that are most pressing and tries to set clear, manageable goals.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on finding steps that fit daily life so progress feels useful and realistic. He believes people often hold answers inside themselves and works with them to uncover those answers. His background includes work in a crisis stabilization hospital and clinic, independent practice, and a medical hospital setting.
He has experience running both group and individual sessions and has worked with adults, adolescents, children, and senior adults. He has also taught as an adjunct professor at two colleges. Bernard uses methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to guide conversations.
Those approaches are applied in simple, practical ways to help people cope better and try new skills between sessions. The counselor aims for clear feedback and concrete action steps. People who choose him can expect a collaborative style.
He listens, offers reflection and guidance, and helps create a plan for the next steps. The emphasis is on workable solutions and steady progress.
What Bernard works with
Everything Bernard lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Bernard helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Blended family issues
Approaches Bernard lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How therapy approaches work online
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Online sessions use this approach to spot unhelpful thinking and practice new ways of responding to stress, anxiety, or mood changes. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on what the client wants to achieve next. In brief, goal-oriented conversations identify small, practical steps to reach those goals and track progress between sessions. Trauma-Focused Therapy helps people process past hurt and reduce its impact on daily life through gradual, guided work that builds coping skills and safety.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss these methods with each person and choose or adapt techniques to fit their needs, goals, and preferences. This is a collaborative process where client feedback shapes the plan and pace.
Online therapy offers flexibility for people balancing busy days. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when more connection is helpful. Phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging provide shorter check-ins and quick support between longer sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or caregiving schedules while still focusing on practical change.
Questions people ask about Bernard
What concerns does Bernard commonly address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, relationships, grief, anger, low self-esteem, career questions, bipolar issues, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Sessions are practical and collaborative. He helps clients name problems, set manageable goals, and try concrete steps between meetings.
What kind of professional background does he have?
He has 23 years of experience including work in a crisis stabilization hospital and clinic, a medical hospital, and independent practice, plus adjunct teaching at two colleges.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, practicing in Kansas.
Which languages does he use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available for remote work?
He meets with clients by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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