Get To Know Excelsior

Excelsior's mission is to provide a safe, caring environment that empowers healing. Together we will build a relationship of mutual trust and respect. We will focus on the strengths of each individual, and promote healthy lifestyle strategies to reach goals. 

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Ashley Smith, MA, LMHC

Excelsior Mental Health is led by Ashley Smith. Ashley is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who obtained her master's degree from Adams State University in 2019. She has worked in a variety of different settings including inpatient, outpatient, and residential units. Her passions extend from working with adolescents that need extra support to adults who are working through difficult transitions and challenges.

Ashley has experience working with the different issues such as anxiety, grief, trauma, depression, domestic violence, and sexual assault. Ashley specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and strengthening self-confidence. Ashley also specializes in working with the LGBTQIA+ community. 

What Does Excelsior Mean?

Definition of Excelsior — onward and upward to greater glory, motto of Stan Lee
Pop art of Stan Lee with superheroes, symbolizing hope and imagination
Motivational quote: You have a shot at a silver lining if you work your hardest and stay positive
Therapeutic quote on finding a silver lining and doing the work, from Silver Linings Playbook