Layla Ashley

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Clinical Hypnotherapist

• Years in Practice: 20+ years

• Degrees: M.S. in Psychology, B.A. in Religious Studies/Philosophy

• License: LMFT 40157 CA

• Certifications: Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (ICBCH-CCH), Certified Professional Life Coach (CPLC) & NLP Practitioner

Life can be challenging.

Let’s face it, life is full of challenges… in the world and in your own life. With the fast paced demands of today’s society, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed like you can barely keep up, let alone thrive! At this point, you are just done with your fears and disempowerment holding you back. You are so tired of feeling disconnected from your loved ones. You’re left wondering if what you do every day is really enough, if you are enough, and if you’re really living your purpose. Maybe things from the past still haunt you, and you’re ready to open up about it, so you can finally let it go. You feel like you are finally ready to receive help.

About me and my background.

In my earlier life transformations, I had no idea how to make sense out of things, and wondered how I would ever get through it. I felt an urge to find a deeper layer of meaning and purpose in my life. But more than anything, I wanted to experience more fulfillment and happiness! I studied Spirituality, Philosophy and Psychology to explore the ways that people seek answers to life’s difficult questions. I became a therapist because my own journey awakened a deep compassion for others who were suffering, and I was inspired to help others navigate their own challenges. This is how I developed the soulful and heart-centered work that I do as a therapist. And now… I absolutely LOVE what I do!

My clients often come to me for help asking themselves:

• What is the purpose of my life?

• How can I manage my emotions?

• How can I have a better work/life balance?

• Why can’t I get along with people better?

• Will I ever find true happiness?

Everyone goes through changes and transitions in their lives, but not everyone has the tools to cope with and handle the process in a way that makes their lives better rather than worse.

I am here to help by:

• Guiding you to see the bigger purpose behind the tough times.

• Showing you how to use the energy of challenges to fuel your goals.

• Helping you reconnect with your inner resources.

• Identifying your authenticity, so you can navigate relationships better.

• Reflecting to you your self-worth, so you can live by your true values.

• Uncovering what is getting in the way of manifesting the life you truly want to live.

Improve your life, Live your potential.

I’ve come to understand in my 20+ years as a therapist, that there is always a way to navigate changes, so that you come out absolutely loving both yourself and your life! I know how hard it is to live a life of anxiety. I know what it is to overcome the fears and conflicts that get in the way of your relationships. I believe people should suffer less. I believe people can find their sense of belonging and purpose in the world. I believe that all people deserve to feel fulfilled in their lives! And this is why I’ve dedicated my life to helping people embody a new way of being, and be happy again.

Things have been challenging, but they’re about to get better. You are just as human as anyone else. And things CAN improve for you. If you are ready to put yourself first, I would be happy to help you in this journey! Getting started is easy.