Welcome!
Regular life is tough, especially for kids & teenagers. Trying to navigate challenges of friendships, relationships, family conflicts, bullying, stressful life events —& so on, especially in today’s digital world with social media… growing up in today’s world is HARD. Many kids & teens are struggling with unmanageable levels of stress, emotional dysregulation, & difficulty connecting socially. These struggles can leave kids & teens feeling isolated, anxious, & unsure of how to deal with life’s curve balls.
Grit & Grace Mental Health Solutions LLC was created to meet this growing need— helping kids, helping parents/adults help their kids. By providing a safe & supportive space where they can have open communication, support facing day-to-day challenges, set & accomplish goals, learn new skills, gain confidence, build resilience, & learn to take control of their health—Mind & Body! All while meeting virtually for ease & convenience.
Our mission is to help young people cultivate both grit—the perseverance to overcome life’s challenges—& grace—the compassion & self-awareness to navigate life with balance & confidence. Through mutual respect, guided support, skill-building, and meaningful connection, Grit & Grace was founded on the core values of integrity, faith, consistency & discipline, to empower kids to not just survive, but to thrive & set the foundation to live their best lives.
A little about me,
My name is Ashley & I am truly so grateful you are here.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a passion for helping young people & families build emotional resilience, restore balance, & experience meaningful growth. My clinical background includes years of experience as a pediatric & critical care nurse, where I had the privilege of caring for children & families during some of their most vulnerable and difficult moments. Those experiences deeply shaped my desire to move beyond crisis care and focus on prevention, healing, and long-term wellness.
In addition to my mental health training, I am a NASM-certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and behavior change specialist. This allows me to take a truly holistic approach to care—addressing not only mental and emotional health, but also the powerful role that physical activity, nutrition, and lifestyle habits play in overall well-being & metabolic health.
My mission is to help children, teens & young adults grow into confident, emotionally healthy individuals while also supporting families in restoring peace, connection, & stability in the home. I believe that when we treat the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—we create the foundation for lasting change & lifelong wellness. Throughout this site you will find free resources to check out & a contact form for any additional questions you may have. I would love to hear from you!
