Ashley Kahn, MS, MEd, LAPC

05/04/2026

Making time for self care can be very challenging between work, kids, appointments and other responsibilities, but it's important to schedule time to refill your cup. What are the tasks we can put off til tomorrow? Who can you delegate to dos to? How can you hold boundaries with others to avoid taking on too much and burning out? If you're having a hard time answering these questions and want to make more time for yourself but don't know how, consider starting therapy! If you're interested in services you can reach me at 484-509-1084 or by email at [email protected].

05/04/2026

Mental Health Awareness May!

01/12/2026

Starting therapy is usually the biggest hurdle of the process. You're committing your time, energy, and money into a process that requires you to be very emotionally vulnerable and open. If you'd like to learn more about starting therapy or if you'd like to begin your journey I'd love to hear from you. My door is always open.

P: 484-509-1084
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01/08/2026

Happy New Year folks! As we enter 2026 let us shed what no longer serves us and nourish our minds and bodies in the ways they need it most.

12/02/2025

The holidays can be a difficult time for all of us, and there can be many issues that can be difficult to deal with. If you or a loved one struggles with self advocacy, communication skills, or self-regulation in these settings therapy could be beneficial to you. I am currently open to take clients, both in person in Reading, PA and virtually if you'd like to start your journey today.

11/16/2025

DBTSkills. Boundaries.

11/12/2025

A healthy relationship isn’t just about ‘working out for the best’ it’s about solid trust, open communication, and calmly handling conflicts. Similarly, true optimism isn’t passive positivity; it’s about seeing options and taking purposeful action.

11/07/2025

There can be many factors that impact our mental health. I know for me that a rainy day can throw off my morning in a snap. Its important for us to recognize these shifts so we can better understand ourselves and our needs. For me a healthy breakfast and intentional movement help me to get out of that rut. If you or someone you know is struggling with this and could use help developing coping strategies feel free to reach out. My door is always open! 🫂 P: 484-509-1084 E: [email protected]

It’s amazing how many subtle things contribute to our daily mental load. 🤯 This graphic is a great reminder that mental health isn’t just about big events it’s also about things like gut health, the lunar cycle, one-sided friendships, and even the way other people talk about their bodies/food. Take a moment to acknowledge the often-overlooked factors impacting your peace. Which one surprised you the most?

11/02/2025

Finding Peace in the Present: 6 Helpful Distress Tolerance Phrases 🧘‍♀️
Distress tolerance is a superpower. It’s the ability to get through a difficult moment without making things worse, even when the feelings are intense.
Here are 6 simple, powerful phrases that can help you ride the wave of distress when it feels overwhelming. Save this post for a gentle reminder when you need it most!

11/02/2025

DBTSkills. Emotion Regulation Module. DBT deals with all emotions and says that no emotions are ' bad' or ' good'.

We need the whole range. Including anger.
What we usually need to learn to do is manage our anger and learn to express it appropriately.
Below is the infographic ' the Anger Volcano' which illustrates what happens when we don't have the skill to regulate anger.

DBT Emotion Regulation Skills help with this.

Visual credit : Hope Trust.