Ashley Karstunen, PACFA
Trauma-informed, integrative therapist focused on growth
- Trauma-informed care
- Mindfulness and somatic work
- LGBTQ and relationship support
About Ashley Karstunen
Ashley Karstunen is a clinician based in Australia who brings a trauma-informed, integrative approach to therapeutic work. He has worked in the field since 2017 and combines depth-oriented psychotherapeutic training with somatic and mindfulness-based methods to address a wide range of difficulties. His background includes training in trauma-informed depth psychotherapy, somatic approaches, clinical EFT/tapping, and mindfulness practices, and he lists PACFA among his professional credentials.
Ashley works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, low self-esteem, career challenges, compassion fatigue and burnout, and issues related to LGBTQ clients. He also supports those managing chronic illness or pain, caregiver strain, end-of-life and hospice concerns, and identity or life-purpose questions. Additional focus areas include attachment difficulties, family of origin work, isolation and loneliness, and obsessive or compulsive patterns.
His clinical style is integrative and client-centered, drawing on Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic and Existential approaches, Jungian-informed work, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused strategies, Trauma-Focused techniques, and somatic interventions. He emphasizes mindfulness, bio-psycho-social-spiritual exploration, and practical tools to ease emotional distress and foster greater clarity and agency. Ashley aims to tailor therapy to each person’s needs and goals, supporting movement from overwhelm toward increased resilience, self-understanding, and meaningful change.
Ashley works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, low self-esteem, career challenges, compassion fatigue and burnout, and issues related to LGBTQ clients. He also supports those managing chronic illness or pain, caregiver strain, end-of-life and hospice concerns, and identity or life-purpose questions. Additional focus areas include attachment difficulties, family of origin work, isolation and loneliness, and obsessive or compulsive patterns.
His clinical style is integrative and client-centered, drawing on Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic and Existential approaches, Jungian-informed work, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused strategies, Trauma-Focused techniques, and somatic interventions. He emphasizes mindfulness, bio-psycho-social-spiritual exploration, and practical tools to ease emotional distress and foster greater clarity and agency. Ashley aims to tailor therapy to each person’s needs and goals, supporting movement from overwhelm toward increased resilience, self-understanding, and meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFamily of origin issuesGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ashley Karstunen have?
Ashley Karstunen has 6 years of experience.
Is Ashley Karstunen a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential PACFA.
In which languages does Ashley Karstunen provide therapy?
Ashley provides therapy in English.
Where is Ashley Karstunen located?
Ashley is located in Australia.
How can I work with Ashley Karstunen as my therapist?
You can work with Ashley Karstunen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ashley Karstunen work with international clients?
Ashley Karstunen does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ashley Karstunen cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could remote therapy be a good fit for you?
Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can lead to meaningful progress. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.One major benefit is flexibility - clients can choose the way of connecting that best fits their life, whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This adaptability can make it easier to maintain continuity of care even when schedules or circumstances change.
Therapists who offer remote sessions are typically licensed professionals, and clients are free to request a different therapist if they feel that a new fit would be more helpful. For many people, online therapy provides a practical, effective option for accessing consistent therapeutic support.