Ashley Sonnone, M.S., ATR-BC, LMHC
My Approach
Therapy with me is collaborative, thoughtful, and paced in a way that honors where you are. I don’t believe in rushing the process or forcing change. Instead, we focus on building awareness, creating stability, and making space for the full range of your experience—without judgment.
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Depending on what you need, our work might include:
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Understanding your cycle and how it impacts your mood and energy
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Processing grief, frustration, or uncertainty around fertility
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Exploring themes like control, identity, and self-trust
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Learning how to support your nervous system during overwhelming moments
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Training & Background
I am a Board Certified Art Therapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor with advanced training in reproductive and women’s mental health. I specialize in working with women navigating fertility, cycle-related mental health, and the emotional complexity that comes with living in a body that doesn’t always feel straightforward or linear.
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I specialize in the emotional experience of the reproductive cycle—especially when it’s painful, unpredictable, or not going as planned.
Qualifications & Expertise
Education & Experience
I am a Board Certified Art Therapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 10 years of experience providing mental health services to adults.
Specialized Training
I have received advanced training in trauma-informed care, reproductive physiology, reproductive mental health, and fertility.
Approach
My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and holistic. I integrate aspects of Art Therapy, CBT, mindfulness, and somatic awareness.
Expertise
​Reproductive mental health, fertility, pregnancy loss, stress, and anxiety.
Publications, Posters, Presentations & Awards
A selection of Ashley's professional contributions and recognitions within the fields of art therapy and mental health counseling, highlighting a commitment to clinical excellence and academic growth.
Publications
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Sonnone, A. & Spraggins Rochford, J. (2020). Wellness at universities: A group art therapy approach. Journal of College Counseling, 23, 168-179. doi.org/10.1002/jocc.12157
Posters & Presentations
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Sonnone, A., Monaghan, P. L., & Peters, A. S. (2019, August). Utilizing Art Therapy in Group to Address Anxiety: Creating Connections. Poster presented at the 2019 annual American Psychological Association conference, Chicago, IL.
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Spraggins Rochford, J. & Hammond, A. (2017, November). Wellness at Universities: A Group Art Therapy Approach. Paper presented at the 48th annual American Art Therapy Association conference, Albuquerque, NM.
Awards & Honors
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“Hardee Research Award” for the Florida State University Division of Student Affairs, May 2018​
Professional Memberships & Affiliations
Deeply invested in the counseling professional community, Ashley maintains memberships with leading national and international organizations. These affiliations represent her commitment to clinical excellence, ethical integrity, and remaining at the cutting edge of mental health care through collaborative shared knowledge.
•American Art Therapy Association (AATA)
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•American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
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•Mental Health Professional Group for the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (MHPG, ASRM)
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•International Association of Premenstrual Disorders (IAPMD)