ABOUT

You don’t have to be in crisis to seek a therapist.

Sometimes people choose to work with a therapist to proactively maintain their health and wellness. Some seek a therapist to gain additional coaching to become the best version of themselves. Others seek therapy to heal and be well!

Therapy is about loving yourself enough to courageously do what’s necessary to heal, transform, and manifest a life of peace, ease and happiness.

Your therapy journey can take place online…

Thanks to the evolution of online technologies and recent outpouring of HIPAA compliant telemedicine software designed for medical and mental health professionals, you can now receive the benefits of therapy from the comfort of your own home or workspace!

There’s no need for any fancy software. All you need is a computer, or iPad, and a stable internet connection.

Or in our office…

But it will always begin with a free 20-minute phone consultation.

During the consultation, you’ll have an opportunity to introduce yourself, express how you would like us to help you, ask questions about our services, get a glimpse of the benefits of therapy, and decide if we are the best therapeutic option for you at this time!

If you don’t feel that therapy at AUM is right for you from our first conversation, we’ll provide you with a referral that may be a better fit.

Therapy begins the moment you schedule an appointment!

You did it.

No more swimming through the daunting – and anxiety provoking – task of finding the right therapist!

You finally did it!

Now what…?!

Your first homework assignment! Yep, that’s right – HOMEWORK! Remember, therapy happens every day of the week, not just when you are in our office.

The real change happens between sessions, when you get to practice being extraordinary!

You’ll receive some intake forms to read, fill out, and sign. Our intake form is comprehensive and robust, and is designed to give us a clear picture of your challenges, your goals, and vision for your future.

This first assignment is one of the most important parts of your therapeutic process.

This is where you’ll set the stage for the kind of commitment and effort you want to dedicate to your own healing.

You got this!

It then becomes our job to develop an individualized holistic wellness treatment plan specific to your mental, emotional, physical, spiritual and relational needs.

This plan will serve to guide our work together as you heal and begin to thrive.

About Our Team

Ashley Ray, LCSW-S, CCTP, TIYT

Founder & Clinical Director

2003 was a year of healing and transformation for me. Yoga, meditation, breathwork, studying psychology, and participating in therapeutic work allowed me to shift from feeling like I was the victim of my circumstances to becoming the active creator of my life.

I learned how to create a life, and self, that I love!

Since then, I’ve dedicated my life, work, and passion to the conscious evolution and growth of self. I’ve helped others heal, grow, and transform so that they also manifest the life and self they most desire.

I received my Bachelors of Science in Psychology from The University of Texas, Dallas, and my Masters of Science in Social Work with a clinical focus from The University of Texas, Austin.

After graduate school, I served in the U.S. Peace Corps in the Caribbean for two years, teaching emotional intelligence to at-risk youth. Upon returning to the states, I focused my skills in the areas of crisis intervention, trauma, severe, and chronic mental illness. I didn’t lose my island flare, and I still have fun installing dreadlocks for others in my spare time!

Before founding AUM Integral Wellness, I was the Clinical Manager for a crisis intervention agency, managed a behavioral health intervention project at the Dallas County jail, and headed a project in the Psych ER of a local hospital. All the while, I continued to study and receive training in the utilization of researched-based eastern and indigenous healing practices. I have learned from some wonderful mentors.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Supervisor (LCSW-S), a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Reiki Healer, and certified in Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapy (TIYT). My formal training and experience as a clinical psychotherapist and my holistic framework and expertise in alternative therapies allows me to provide a truly unique, fun, soothing, and transformational experience for every client I serve!

Kamal Albright, MD

Holistic Psychiatrist, Meditation Coach

I’m a psychiatrist who specializes in providing integrative care to foster inner discovery and facilitate tangible change for all of my patients. To me, this means utilizing evidence-based psychotherapeutic methods with medication management as appropriate for achieving personal goals and inner wellness.

Being a meditator, I understand how important it is to consider physical, mental and spiritual contributors to a person’s healing journey. I strive to make sessions collaborative, meaningful, and empowering, for all of my clients.

I have obtained certification in psychedelic harm reduction and integration therapy, earned my doctorate in medicine with residency training at Creedmoor Psychiatric Center in New York City, and fulfilled fellowship training requirements in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy at Columbia University.

“The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.” – Carl Jung

James ‘Mike’ Jeffcoat, LMFT

Holistic Psychotherapist & Meditation Instructor

I support men and women in stepping into their own personal power. Within this new (or renewed) sense of self-empowerment, self-understanding and self-love emerges. Old, repetitive patterns are resolved, and you get to confidently self-author (be the author) of your own life and who you are. Over and over, I get to witness this work creating deeply rooted happiness, wholeness and true inner peace physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually for my clients.

I specialize in stress and anxiety management, couples counseling, developmental transitions, spiritual counseling, embodied counseling, and psychodynamic psychotherapy. I utilize aspects of positive psychology and integral theory in my work, and I feel passionate about guiding you into a deeper and more authentic understanding of your life, who you are and who you want to become.

Sarah Gates, LCSW

Holistic Psychotherapist & Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapist

The desire for a supportive ally is universal. As social beings, we thrive on connection and community. When feeling detached and alone, it is only natural to seek support. In session, you can count on me to provide an accepting and nurturing environment where you have the opportunity to sincerely express yourself. My therapeutic goal is to assist you in becoming an empowered individual who understand the healthy balance between vulnerability and courage. I received my Masters of Social Work degree from the University of Texas at Arlington. I am a certified yoga instructor through the Trauma-Conscious Yoga Institute and bring mind-body techniques into our sessions in order to help you heal and feel like a fully integrated individual.

“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be” -Lao Tzu

Mahnaz Wilson, LPC

Holistic Psychotherapist & Administrative Assistant

Are you facing the challenges of overwhelming life circumstances? or feel life’s traumas and dramas are creating anxiety for you? I help men, women, families and teens identify the thought patterns and emotional patterns that are getting in the way of living a happy, healthy, thriving life. You may not be able to change the situations that happen to you but you can change how you perceive them and how you respond to them.

I use Somatic and Holistic psychotherapy to help you heal the connection between mind, body and soul that is often fractured by life traumas, however small or large. I specialize in working with Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Chronic Pain and managing daily life stressors. In therapy, you will learn various tools to help enhance your way of living.

By going on this healing journey with you I understand that therapy requires a significant investment of your time both during and after regular sessions. I am committed to providing you with focused therapeutic tools that can lead to betterment of your relationships, solutions to specific problems and relief of negative emotions. Your needs and your fulfillment in life are very important to me. Lets get started!

Mukti Devi, TIYT, MA Clinical Counseling Candidate

Holistic Psychotherapist Student Intern, Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher

I feel called to work with human folks who are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety or anyone who suffers with the thought that life was supposed to be more than this. Using somatic interventions and an integrative therapeutic approach, I help people learn to be the creators, authors and healers of their own lives.

I support people in returning to their True Self, a state of being unencumbered by social stories or limiting beliefs, a state of inner freedom. Using a humanistic and person-centered approach, I utilize the strengths that already dwell within an individual to draw forward their innate self-worth and self-love. Bringing a background in trauma-informed yoga therapy, rehabilitative pilates, and many years on a dedicated spiritual path, I offer allyship and unconditional positive regard for everyone I work with, no matter their current circumstances.

I was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Contemplative Psychology and am completing my Masters in Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Counseling studies at Naropa University. Most notably, I received five years training while living in India in both Tibetan Buddhism and Advaita-Vedanta while living and serving within a monastic ashram community. I am a practitioner of Jungian Tarot, Shamanism, Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda and Vedic Astrology. Forms of self-care that I practice regularly include meditation, herbalism/plant medicine, drumming, yoga, tai chi, cooking, poetry (haiku), and walking barefoot on the Earth. I live with my beloved partner and plant family.

I am under clinical supervision with Ashley Ray, LCSW-S while completing student internship hours.

Andrew Enzor

Holistic Psychotherapist Student Intern, Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor

Small changes can lead to drastically different outcomes over time. With simple skills and tools, we can learn to communicate more effectively with our self, our body, and our fellow humans.

I support people as they cultivate inner awareness and actively design their future. My goal is to create a warm, accepting environment in which you feel safe exploring both the light and the dark.

I specialize in anxiety, addiction, relationship challenges, and spiritual counseling. I am a counselor and trainer at the Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas and a teacher-in-training of B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga and Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapy. In my free time, I can be found in my ice bath, reading, experimenting in the kitchen, and going on walks with my partner and Cattle Dog.

Sarah Dierking, LMT

Massage Therapist, Craniosacral Therapist & Reiki Healer

I am licensed massage therapist with a passion for helping individuals on their journey towards well-being and inner harmony. With a specialization in Craniosacral Therapy, Therapeutic Massage, and Reiki, I offer a unique blend of modalities to facilitate healing and self-discovery.

I have been practicing as a massage therapist since 2016, offering a diverse range of modalities such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, Lymphatic Drainage, Prenatal, and more. In 2019, driven by my own profound healing experiences, I embarked on specialized training for Craniosacral Therapy and Somatoemotional Release at the prestigious Upledger International Institute. This additional training has further expanded my skills and deepened my understanding of the body’s innate capacity for healing and emotional release.

I approach my work from a trauma-informed perspective, recognizing the profound impact that past experiences can have on our well-being. I create a safe and nurturing space where clients can feel heard, validated, and supported without judgment. I meet my clients exactly where they are on their healing journey, tailoring each session to their unique needs and preferences.

Through my services, I aim to support my clients in reconnecting with their authentic selves and tapping into their natural capacity for self-healing. Whether you’re seeking relief from physical discomfort, emotional release, or simply a deep sense of relaxation, I’m here to assist you on your path to wellness.

Jessica Ball, LMT

Massage Therapist & Reiki Healer

I enjoy working in partnership with my clients to support the intelligence of your body in fostering health and well-being. I look holistically at how your emotions, thoughts, spirit and body are working together to heal or cause distress. When you work with me, I will be supporting your unique needs, meeting you where you are at and incorporating techniques such as Swedish massage, fascia release, Somatic tools, and energy healing to help your nervous system come into balance, release stored emotional memory and pain.

Each session is a collaboration and customized to support you in achieving your body and health goals. We can address injuries, chronic tightness, soreness, pain, emotional and physical trauma as part of your holistic health routine for continued healing and well-being.

My knowledge of the body-mind-spirt connection spans over 20 years in private practice touching thousands of bodies and through in-depth study. I am passionate about the human body and the human spirit’s profound innate intelligence, and thriving capabilities. I enjoy holding space for a deeply healing experience, helping you connect to your body and greater-self in a way that leaves you feeling less stressed and more empowered in your life. I feel honored to support your increase in ease, connection and joy in your day to day experiences.

Jennifer Bailey

Reiki Master & Soul Integration Facilitator

My approach to whole-life healing began when I was young. I was an intuitive girl that discovered the world of personal healing through my own physical, mental and spiritual struggles and traumas. I discovered that we all have an unending potential to awaken and heal. I later received specialized training in energy healing and successfully operated my own wellness business for over 5 years.

If I have he privilege of working with you one-on-one I will blend intuitive counseling, spiritual life coaching, energetic repatterning, Reiki, and meditation techniques into a special alchemy that supports you in balancing your energetic field and aligning with your higher self and souls journey.

I find it deeply fulfilling to have this opportunity to work with the tremendous team of practitioners at AUM, and be part of an integral and holistic wellness business that has service and integrity at its core of values.

Kelly Ray, RN

Billing Manager & Administrative Assistant

Love to travel, read, play games and entertain.

I have a science, medical based history, with that I have seen how the Holistic approach can help a person become the whole person by relieving stress, anxiety and feeling of non worth. Which can/may improve physical dangers of hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, suicidal thoughts, any many more. I feel blessed to have found a place to work in my retirement years, AUM, that treats the whole person, one that cares about people: body, mine and soul. And that treats their staff with the same approach.

As Billing Manager I know finances can be a stressor at times. I am here for you to address, if you have concerns over your payments.

Life can sometimes be a Thunderstorm – AUM helps you find your Rainbows and gentle breezes.

About Our Partner Providers

In an effort to holistically support you with your health and wellness needs we partner with a select few providers in our community to ensure that your Holistic Wellness Plan at AUM is total and complete!

We have a strict list of requirements to be in our Preferred Provider Network:

The provider must maintain a high level of communication with us regarding your treatment. This ensures a seamless, supportive and effective treatment process with your treatment team.
Providers must provide trauma-informed care within a trauma-informed treatment environment
Providers must value taking the time to understand your needs in a comprehensive and holistic way.

Dr. Janae Stephens, PT, DPT, CLT

Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Pelvic Health Therapist, Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Certified Cancer Specialist

Mahogany Pelvic Health and Wellness is Dr. Stephens’s physical therapy practice that specializes in treating pelvic floor dysfunction, abdominal scar tissue adhesions, sexual dysfunction and lymphedema. Her focus is to give each patient total body health with one-on-one patient care with a custom treatment program that is unique, patient-centered, and individualized.

Mahogany Pelvic health’s mission is to provide the highest level of holistic, trauma-informed and specialized therapy to each one of their clients.

They have a passion for working hand-in-hand with healthcare professionals to help determine the need for pelvic floor therapy and overall wellness.

Their goal is to assist with diagnosis, provide effective treatment, and identify the tools needed to manage a home therapy program.

For more information about this practice: http://www.mahoganypelvichealthandwellness.com/

Heather Evans, DC, LMT, CLT-LANA

Doctor of Chiropractic, Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Lymphedema Therapist

Heather is passionate about understanding her patients (frustrations and all) and takes every step possible to work with doctors and providers as best as she can to create a focused care team. She goes to great lengths to understand her patients and help them adapt during each stage of an advancing condition with more comfort.

Heather has at least 25 years of experience with the human musculo-skeletal and lymphatic systems.

Her work incorporates a core group of chiropractic and medical massage techniques, including manual lymphatic drainage and myofascial release, designed specifically to assist the body’s natural healing systems.

Heather works with patients with acute injuries, surgical recovery, foot pain, and Lymphedema or other chronic conditions. She also uses a variety of techniques to improve the elasticity of scar tissue by aiding the release of inelastic fascia.

For more information about this provider: https://bodyworkrx.net/

Our team is here to be of service, and we would like to provide you with a unique, individualized holistic healing and wellness experience.

Call us now to set up a free 20-minute phone consultation!

What Clients Have to Say

“I started therapy with Ashley a couple of months ago now and the time I’ve shared with her has offered me so much insight into myself and the world. Her wisdom in all areas and her way of communicating it, is mind blowing and something you can’t help but be thankful for. She has a beautiful way of making everything flow organically so things never feel awkward. In fact, it feels as though she’s just always in sync with you.
As someone living with mental illness and everything it comes with, I can say she’s had a profound impact in helping me actively cope and live with or move on from things.”

Uraenia, 21, Artist

“I would recommend online therapy to anyone because I personally found it to be very effective in a short amount of time. I feel like I made much more progress in 6 sessions than friends have made in years of therapy.”

Anonymous, Germany, F

“One of the things I liked most about holistic psychotherapy with Ashley is that it was not hours of endless talk therapy analyzing details, and was instead about cultivating awareness, shifting perspective and building a set of tools/practices that could be put to use and be effective IMMEDIATELY!”

“A breakthrough I had in therapy was being able to face and sit with emotions instead of being overwhelmed by them and repressing them. I am better able to step outside the constant river of thoughts and not so easily be swept away by them.”

Anonymous

“I would recommend Therapy in The Park for anyone who needs a little extra help finding ways to cope with mental health challenges, stress, anxiety, etc. The environment was very relaxing. I liked learning mindfulness tools that I could apply in me ‘real’ life outside of therapy.”

Ariel B., 23, Student

“I have had experiences with maybe three therapists in the last 10 – 12 years. After being introduced to yoga about six years ago, I found great benefits in the yoga experience. Eventually, I felt that I needed to
seek out a practitioner that was a traditional trained therapist that also weaves into the therapy yoga philosophy and meditation. I found that here, with Ashley.”

Joe, 68, Retired Healthcare Worker