FAQ & Blog

Thank you for visiting our FAQ page to find out a little more information about our practice. Researching your potential therapist is an excellent first step to determine whether you will have a good fit once you meet in person. Hopefully the FAQ below will give you more information about our practice, but please feel free to send an email to the owner Asha Gray LPC at asha@ashagraylpc.com if you have further questions.

What is your therapy model or what might a session be like with you?

Asha Gray LPC

I use what is known as an integrative therapy model. This means I mix and match different therapeutic modalities I find useful depending on what the person in front of me needs, creating an individualized plan of treatment. I particularly find solution-focused and cognitive behavioral therapy useful because they are models that can assist people with changing their perspectives in a more efficient and long-term way. I believe in assisting people with perspective change in order to work through their barriers but also in teaching coping skills for when perspective change falters. I also provide active suggestions, opinions and homework assignments when necessary, rather than only assisting in passive reflection. For those in search of trauma therapy, I use harm reduction and empowerment model.

Medora Frazier LPC

Providing a safe and supportive environment, I allow an individual to process their experiences and learn coping skills as desired. My areas of expertise include using a holistic approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Psychoeducation to provide peace within my client's.  

Christopher Boler Residential Counselor

My role as a counselor is a co-facilitator offering clinical insight, support and space for growth to address mental health, career and interpersonal concerns. My areas of expertise include providing LGBTQ+ affirming care, mindfulness-based practices, narrative therapy, sex therapy, intersectionality, group psychoeducation, and communication skills building.  

Rachael Stern MSW

From clinical experience with eating disorders, self-injury, trauma, chronic pain, couples and larger family systems and the entirety of the LGBTQIA umbrella to professional work in issue focused non-profits and campaigns (and even performing), Rachael is deeply in tune with the political and social ecosystems that our intersectional identities transverse on a moment to moment basis and is committed to be a lifelong student learning about her client’s unique identities and what these mean for their experience of the world and the world’s experience of them. 

What does sex positive, kink affirming, body positive, etc., mean?

It means when you come into a session with us, we will not judge you based on how you look, what you are into or who you are into. Seems basic right? But, as we all know, not every therapist is created equal, and some harbor internal biases against what they consider non-normative. You’ll have no issue with that here. We believe if you are engaging in a behavior that fulfills you and does not cause you or anyone else non-consensual harm, then you should continue to do so. However, if you are having difficulty or are feeling negatively about an activity you’re engaging in, we can assist you with working through your discomfort to determine what the best course of action is for you. 

Can you provide premarital counseling?

Yes, Asha Gray, can provide non-religious, sex positive, premarital counseling. Our practice also provides relationship counseling for individuals and couples, and marriage counseling.

Who do you provide counseling to?

We provide counseling to adult individuals and couples. Adults are defined as individuals over the age of 18. We have experience providing sex therapy to individuals and couples seeking sexual and gender identity growth. We do not provide family therapy or therapy to children. In the case of relationship dynamics with more than two individuals seeking short term therapy, please email us before booking an appointment.

What are your credentials?

Asha Gray is a licensed professional counselor in DC license# PRC14418 and Virginia, license# 0701008042. Her NPI# is 1336563527.

Medora Frazier is a LPC in VA and Ph.D. in Neuropsychology at Howard University. Virginia License #  0704010860 

Christopher Boler is a residential counselor in VA working towards his LPC licensure. He graduated from Old Dominion University with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Virginia License # 0704014489 

Rachael Stern is a MSW in DC license# LG200002347, Maryland license# 16950, and Virginia license# 0903003714. 

What is a residential counselor?

A residential counselor is a provisionally licensed counselor in VA. The purpose of the residency period is to train residents to become fully functioning independent professional counselors. While in residency counselors are provided clinically supervision on all cases by a fully licensed counselor.  Residency occurs after clinician has completed an internship of 600 hours at an accredited university or college.

How do I set up an appointment?

You may set up an appointment at any time (click here to book a session).  For all new clients please email us about availability of sessions. Please include a few words about your current needs in therapy, your insurance plan, and desire for in person or telehealth sessions.  We ask that people cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before their appointment time so they are not held responsible for the session fee. Please be aware that when booking a session you will be asked for a payment to hold your session. This can be changed when we meet, if needed. If you do not have a payment method to put on file, please contact us so another arrangement can be made.