Ashley Merklinghaus, LCSW, NJ | Psychotherapist

About Ashley Merklinghaus

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Depression

Anxiety Disorder

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Childhood Trauma

Young Adult Issues

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Individuals

Teenagers (13-17)

Young adults (18-24)

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Lesbian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Ashley Merklinghaus

Specializing in children, adolescents, and young adults Ashley is a licensed clinical social worker and certified school counselor in New Jersey. She earned her Master’s in Social Work from New York University. Ashley primarily works with children, adolescents, and young adults from diverse backgrounds, addressing a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, self-harm, mood disorders, school refusal, and more. With extensive training in hospital and public education settings, she creates customized treatment plans tailored to each individual’s needs. Ashley also has experience navigating individualized education plans (IEPs) and 504 plans, advocating strongly for children and their educational needs. She fosters a warm and inviting environment for every client. As an ally to the LGBTQI community, Ashley supports families by providing education around their child’s identity. She believes a cookie-cutter approach is not effective and therefore customizes her methods to fit each client’s unique needs. Her approaches include CBT, psychodynamic, client-centered, strength-based, and mindfulness techniques. Ashley aims to introduce practical strategies that clients can use daily to manage stress and challenges. Using evidence-based, science-supported techniques, she helps develop personalized plans to address any problem that arises. Her goal is to teach easy-to-use skills that help avoid emotional meltdowns and empower clients to live their best lives. As a dedicated professional, Ashley will stand by your side through difficult times, helping you uncover your inner strengths to become the best version of yourself. She believes the solutions are already within you and will work collaboratively to find effective, personalized solutions tailored to your particular struggles.

In-network insurances

More information on payments and coverage

Session Fee: 200 per session per 45 minutes You will be provided with a superbill at the beginning of each month to submit to insurance if you have out of network benefits.

Popular visit reasons

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Office location

Ashley Merklinghaus, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

M and H Counseling Services

90 E Halsey Rd, Ste 352, Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ 07054

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Education and background

Practice names

M and H Counseling Services

Education and training

New York University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1104390178

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Ashley Merklinghaus?

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Is Ashley Merklinghaus accepting new patients?

Ashley Merklinghaus generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Ashley Merklinghaus's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Ashley Merklinghaus accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Ashley Merklinghaus online?

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What practice does Ashley Merklinghaus work with?

Ashley Merklinghaus works with M and H Counseling Services.

Where is Ashley Merklinghaus's office located?

Ashley Merklinghaus has 2 office locations, including in Batsto and Parsippany-Troy Hills, view full addresses on Ashley Merklinghaus's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Ashley Merklinghaus?

Ashley Merklinghaus frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Ashley Merklinghaus on their profile.