Rise Above

with Queer-Affirming

Holistic Therapy in Florida

Step into a safe, affirming space where therapy blends holistic tools - guided meditation, grounding rituals, and tarot exploration - to help you rise above anxiety, trauma, and self-doubt.

I work with LGBTQIA+ individuals, allies, and young adults across Florida who are navigating life’s challenges and seeking a safe, affirming space to heal.

You might be here because you’re:

  • Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself

  • Struggling with self-doubt, identity challenges, or religious trauma

  • Longing for therapy that honors both your mental health and your spiritual side

  • Needing grounding and guidance through major life transitions, grief, or breakups

Together, we’ll blend therapy with holistic tools - meditation, rituals, and tarot exploration - to help you feel grounded, supported, and empowered.

🌈 Who I Help 🌈

White sneakers standing on pavement with a rainbow painted across the ground — symbolizing LGBTQIA+ affirming virtual therapy in Florida for young adults.

🌿 Meet Ashley Smith, MA, LMHC

Ashley Smith, Florida-based virtual therapist offering LGBTQIA+ affirming online counseling.

Hi, I’m Ashley - a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and the founder of Excelsior Mental Health. I specialize in supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals, allies, and young adults who are ready to rise above anxiety, trauma, and self-doubt.

My approach blends evidence-based therapy with holistic practices like guided meditation, grounding rituals, and tarot exploration. This allows us to work not only on your mental health but also on reconnecting with your spiritual side, your inner wisdom, and your sense of balance.

At the heart of my work is a belief that you deserve a space where you don’t have to hide who you are - where your story is honored, your strengths are recognized, and your healing journey is supported every step of the way.

The word Excelsior means ever upward - a reminder that no matter how heavy life feels, it’s always possible to rise higher.

To me, Excelsior represents hope, healing, and progress - the courage it takes to keep moving forward, one step at a time. That spirit is at the heart of this practice: creating a space where your story is honored, your growth is supported, and your journey always has room to rise.

✨ Why “Excelsior”?

✨ How We’ll Work Together

  • 🧘 Guided Meditation — calm the mind, reconnect with your body, and release stress.

  • 🌱 Grounding Rituals — simple practices to ease anxiety and create stability.

  • 🔮 Tarot Exploration — a reflective tool for insight, healing, and self-discovery.

  • 🌀 Evidence-Based Therapy — approaches like CBT and mindfulness woven into our sessions.

Every session honors both your mental health and your spiritual side - helping you feel grounded, connected, and aligned with the life you want to create

Therapy with me is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your needs. We’ll focus on helping you rise above challenges while building tools that bring you peace, clarity, and grounding in your daily life.

🌈 Ready to Rise Above? 🌈

Your healing journey doesn’t have to wait. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, or spiritual disconnection, you deserve a space where all parts of you are honored.

Let’s take the next step together - toward a more grounded, empowered, and aligned version of yourself.

Accessible Online Therapy in Florida,

whether you’re in Orlando, Miami, Tampa, or anywhere in Florida.