Ashlee Ruskin

Ash (she/her) is an experienced Mental Health Social Worker practicing on Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country. She supports adults, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds with a range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, anger management issues, family violence, and childhood trauma.

Ash is available after-hours on Thursday evenings, offering individual and couples therapy. She utilises evidence-based modalities such as Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), the Gottman Method (Level 2 training), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. While drawing from these modalities, Ash ensures that therapy is guided by what her clients want and need. Her practice framework is strengths-based, trauma-informed, collaborative, anti-oppressive, and person-centred.

Drawing from her own therapeutic journey, Ash understands that starting therapy can feel daunting. She places a strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship, ensuring clients feel comfortable before exploring deeper concerns. Together, Ash and her clients co-create a supportive space to work through challenges and move toward meaningful change.

Outside of her professional role, Ash enjoys quality time with her young daughter, exploring op-shops, travelling, playing guitar, and doing some amateur painting. She loves a good thriller or drama series, with the occasional reality show as a light-hearted guilty pleasure. Known for her approachable nature and warm sense of humour, she creates a relaxed yet professional environment where clients feel comfortable and supported.

Ash is passionate about empowering individuals to work toward their goals and embrace their authentic selves.

Pricing

• $170 per 50 minutes
• $250 per 50 minutes for couples