Ashleigh Tobin
Online & In-Person
(they/them), MA, LPC
Grand Rapids, Michigan
License 6401015734
tobin-counseling.comAbout Ashleigh
We’re all in the process of becoming ourselves, aren’t we? Therapy can be a powerful tool that allows us to be seen, heard, and supported. The most significant growth I’ve had in my own life has been a direct result of therapy centered around self-love and acceptance— it’s why I’m so passionate about creating space for others and why I founded this private practice. While there are all sorts of technical terms I could use to describe my theoretical orientation – relational, psychodynamic, interpersonal – my aim is to get to know your unique story and to be with you as you are and where you’re going.
I founded Tobin Counseling in 2018 and am fully licensed in the state of Michigan. I provide Supervision Services for LLPCs in the state of Michigan. I also offer consulting services to therapists across the country.
I specialize in the following areas: Sexual Identity, Gender Identity, Trauma, Oppression, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Familial/Relational Boundaries, Spiritual/Religious trauma
As a queer, non-binary individual, it is important to me to provide competent, tauma-informed therapy to queer and trans folks.
Office Location
Costs and Insurance
$80 - 130 per session
Sliding Scale
Out of Pocket
Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?
The most significant growth I’ve had in my own life has been a direct result of therapy centered around self-love and acceptance— it’s why I’m so passionate about creating space for others and why I founded Tobin Counseling.
I am motivated to continue in this work because I know it matters. I have learned not to underestimate the power of a healthy connection with a therapist that shares your core values and how powerful it can truly be.
What's your experience with clients with transgender issues?
I am committed to providing, competent, trauma-informed, and inclusive care for transgender folx. I abide by the WPATH standards of care and write referral letters for clients pursuing gender affirming hormone treatment and/or surgery.
What's your experience with multicultural therapy?
Angela Davis reminds us that, “In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist, we must be Anti-Racist.” Tobin Counseling is committed to practicing from an Anti-Racist framework and to challenging racism in ourselves and in the field of Counseling.
What's your experience with feminist therapy?
I acknowledge that the field of therapy was created by and built around the experiences of straight, cisgender, white men. Subsequently, many theoretical frameworks and treatment methodologies do not represent the unique temporality, development, experiences, and unique types of healing of queer folx, trans folx, and BIPOC/POC. We are committed to being advocates and creators of change— to continual growth, education, self-care, and advocacy. My approach is informed by relational, psychodynamic, feminist, interpersonal, and systems theories. These frameworks mean that we focus on who you are, where you've been, and who you are becoming in relation to yourself and others.
Interested in talking?
(616) 425-9245Office Location
Costs and Insurance
$80 - 130 per session
Sliding Scale
Out of Pocket
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD
Approaches
Feminist
Interpersonal (IPT)
Multicultural
Psychodynamic
Relational