What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“I recently had my first therapy session with Ashley Perez, and I can honestly say I wish I had started this process years ago. I had put off seeing a therapist for a long time because the idea felt daunting, but Ashley made the entire experience comfortable, approachable, and genuinely meaningful.
From the moment our session began, she created a safe and welcoming environment where I felt heard and understood. She guided the conversation with compassion, clarity, and zero judgment, which made it easy to open up, something I didn’t expect as a first-timer.
What stood out most is how natural everything felt. Ashley helped me gain insights right away, and it’s clear she truly cares about her clients’ well-being. Walking out of that session, I felt lighter, supported, and grateful that I finally took this step.”
Andrew G.November 17, 2025
About Ashley Perez
Focus areas
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Depression
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Adjustment Disorder
Life Transition
Therapy
Anxiety
Psychological Trauma
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Groups
Seniors (65+)
Families
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Ashley Perez
Ashley Perez, LCSW, is the Clinic Director at Thousand Branches Wellness – Chicago Loop, where she leads with a commitment to clinical excellence, trauma-informed care, and equitable access to quality mental health services. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, Ashley has dedicated her career to supporting children, adults, and families impacted by significant childhood trauma. She has developed deep clinical expertise in attachment theory, family systems, and trauma-informed practice. She is certified in Solution-Focused Brief Treatment and integrates a wide range of evidence-based modalities into her work, including CBT, DBT, ACT, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Therapy, and humanistic, client-centered approaches. Ashley’s leadership experience includes directing school-based mental health programs, supervising clinicians toward licensure, managing program budgets, and developing trauma-responsive group curriculum. She has led teams with clarity and compassion, helping clinicians grow their clinical voice while maintaining high standards of care. Her leadership philosophy centers on reflective leadership, accountability with empathy, empowerment, and building sustainable systems that prioritize both clinician well-being and client impact. Ashley believes strong leadership is rooted in integrity, self-awareness, and a deep commitment to the mission. She holds a Master of Social Work from Loyola University Chicago and a Bachelor’s degree from DePaul University. A proud Chicago native, Ashley is driven by her passion to make mental health care more inclusive, equitable, and accessible to historically underserved communities. Outside of work, Ashley enjoys traveling, creating art, exploring new food experiences, meditating, and spending time with loved ones. She remains deeply committed to healing work — both personally and professionally — and continues to find joy in learning, growing, and building safe spaces where others can do the same.
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Education and training
- Loyola University Chicago, Master's in Social Work
- DePaul University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1629534904
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Wait time
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Bedside manner
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I recently had my first therapy session with Ashley Perez, and I can honestly say I wish I had started this process years ago. I had put off seeing a therapist for a long time because the idea felt daunting, but Ashley made the entire experience comfortable, approachable, and genuinely meaningful.
From the moment our session began, she created a safe and welcoming environment where I felt heard and understood. She guided the conversation with compassion, clarity, and zero judgment, which made it easy to open up, something I didn’t expect as a first-timer.
What stood out most is how natural everything felt. Ashley helped me gain insights right away, and it’s clear she truly cares about her clients’ well-being. Walking out of that session, I felt lighter, supported, and grateful that I finally took this step.
November 17, 2025Andrew G.Verified patient
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What practice does Ashley Perez work with?
Ashley Perez works with Thousand Branches Wellness.
Where is Ashley Perez's office located?
Ashley Perez's office is located at 223 W. Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60606.
What are common reasons for patients to see Ashley Perez?
Ashley Perez frequently sees patients for Depression, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Ashley Perez on their profile.
What languages does Ashley Perez speak?
Ashley Perez speaks English.
How do patients rate Ashley Perez in reviews?
1 patients have reviewed Ashley Perez. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. 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.