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Ashley Kranz, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Ashley is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

FSA/HSA accepted
Great news, Ashley is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Illinois

More about Ashley

  • 18 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I find great joy and fulfillment in my work as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I truly feel that this field chose me! I have been practicing for nearly 20 years in both the school and clinical settings. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents as well as emerging adults.

Serving neurodivergent individuals is a specific passion of mine. I attained a second master's degree in Special Education Leadership and am currently working toward certification as an Autism Specialist.

Those who know me, both personally and professionally, describe me as positive, approachable, and energetic. I am committed to professional development, self-advocacy, and providing education to clients and families to encourage a sense of community, inclusion, and connectedness.

Whether you are looking for support for yourself or a loved one, I applaud you for taking the first step! I meet clients where they are at and provide a safe, welcoming space to build therapeutic rapport; creating an individualized treatment plan to assist them with overcoming obstacles and meeting personal social or emotional goals.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Self-esteem Depression Coping with life changes ADHD Abandonment Autism and Asperger Syndrome Body image Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Intellectual disability Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Trichotillomania Young adult issues

Insurance Accepted

  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare

Licenses

Ashley Kranz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770222788.

  • LCSW · Illinois · 149.023450 · Renews November 2027

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ashley Kranz offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Ashley Kranz works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Ashley Kranz speak?

Ashley Kranz speaks English.

How many years of experience does Ashley Kranz have?

Ashley Kranz has 18 years of experience.

Where is Ashley Kranz licensed to practice?

Ashley Kranz is licensed to practice in Illinois.

Does Ashley Kranz accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Ashley Kranz accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.

Does Ashley Kranz accept insurance?

Yes, Ashley Kranz accepts Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.

Does Ashley Kranz accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Ashley Kranz does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Ashley Kranz?

Ashley Kranz can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Ashley Kranz?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

FSA/HSA eligible