What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.91
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“I’ve been working with Ashanti for almost a year now and I am so happy. She’s helped me feel more confident, comfortable, validated, seen and understood. She’s wonderful at guiding and supporting. I can see the growth I’ve had and I can say I am very proud of where I am today thanks to her help. ”
TRLess than 1 year ago
“Ashanti have a very nice approach and makes you feel safe to open up. She’s great in managing the environment and keeping it calm and healthy. ”
AGLess than 1 year ago
About Ashanti Palatnik
Focus areas
Adjustment Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Therapy
Anxiety
Family Issues
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Families
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Family / Marital
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Family Systems
Emotionally Focused
Motivational Interviewing
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
NonreligiousEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Ashanti Palatnik
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who supports individuals navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, and identity exploration. My approach blends humor, warmth, and directness to help you feel seen and supported without judgment.
I specialize in working with millennials, parents, and first-generation individuals who are juggling high expectations, generational dynamics, and the desire for more meaningful relationships. In therapy with me, we’ll slow down, unpack what's heavy, and make space for clarity, growth, and emotional freedom.
I use a mix of talk therapy, somatic awareness, and practical strategies to support real change. Whether you're feeling stuck, burned out, or unsure of what’s next, I offer a space that honors your lived experience and helps you reconnect with your power.
What should a new client know about working with you?
You can expect a warm, down-to-earth, and affirming space where you can speak freely without judgment. I work well with clients who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck in toxic family dynamics, or unsure about their relationships. Many of my clients are millennials, new parents, first-generation professionals, or individuals navigating intergenerational trauma or high-functioning anxiety.
My therapy style is conversational and compassionate, with just the right amount of challenge to help you grow. I use evidence-based practices like CBT, IFS, and mindfulness, while also honoring your cultural identity and lived experience. Whether you're dealing with burnout, self-esteem, relationship struggles, or a desire to break old patterns, I’m here to help you reconnect with yourself and create lasting change.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
In our first sessions, we’ll explore your current challenges, personal history, and goals for therapy. I take time to understand your experiences with anxiety, burnout, family dynamics, and relationship patterns so we can create a plan that feels aligned and manageable.
My process is collaborative, culturally sensitive, and grounded in evidence-based practices like CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), and mindfulness techniques. Together, we’ll build emotional insight, develop practical tools, and work through deeper patterns like intergenerational trauma, attachment wounds, or self-sabotage.
I believe therapy should be both healing and empowering. I check in regularly to make sure we’re on the same page and adjust the process based on your needs—whether you're navigating motherhood, identity exploration, or just trying to feel more in control of your life again.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
Popular visit reasons
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Drexel University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
- Mercy University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1972215267
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.91
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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11 reviews
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She always has the right questions to ask to get me through a problem. Always happy and pleasant.
Less than 1 year agoSS
I’ve been working with Ashanti for almost a year now and I am so happy. She’s helped me feel more confident, comfortable, validated, seen and understood. She’s wonderful at guiding and supporting. I can see the growth I’ve had and I can say I am very proud of where I am today thanks to her help.
Less than 1 year agoTR
Ashanti have a very nice approach and makes you feel safe to open up. She’s great in managing the environment and keeping it calm and healthy.
Less than 1 year agoAG
This was my first ever appointment in this profession and the doctor was wonderful welcoming not like I imagined it would be.
July 17, 2025JOSHUA H.Verified patientVideo visit
Ashanti is an incredible therapist.
She is insightful, professional and deeply compassionate. She allows me to understand the reasons behind some of the challenges I'm facing and gives valuable guidance and support.
I have truly benefited from my time in therapy and grateful to have found Ashanti to help me navigate lifes changes.
Less than 1 year agoLM
Ash was very helpful to our family during a hard time of change. She is very good and knowledgeable. She is patient, and kind. She helped our family tremendously and we will be forever grateful.
Less than 1 year agoDD
We seriously lucked out finding Ashanti for our couples therapy. She’s super easy to talk to, no judgment, no weird vibe. She listens, gets right to the heart of things, and actually helps. She asks the right questions, gives us tools that actually help, and guides the convo in a way that makes things click. She’s always on time, always focused, and I believe she genuinely cares. We’ve learned a ton and communicate a lot better now.
If you’ve had bad therapy experiences before — where it felt pointless or one-sided — this is the total opposite. Highly, highly recommend.
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What practice does Ashanti Palatnik work with?
Ashanti Palatnik works with Ashanti Miranda Palatnik LMFT.
What are common reasons for patients to see Ashanti Palatnik?
Ashanti Palatnik frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Ashanti Palatnik on their profile.
What languages does Ashanti Palatnik speak?
Ashanti Palatnik speaks English.
How do patients rate Ashanti Palatnik in reviews?
11 patients have reviewed Ashanti Palatnik. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.91/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.