Ashley Devany, M.S., Lmhc Ri
About Ashley Devany, M.S., Lmhc Ri
Ashley Devany, M.S., Lmhc Ri, is a Child and Adolescent Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over a decade of experience in counseling and research. She specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy and has worked at the University of Florida and UF Health Jacksonville.
Work at UF Health Jacksonville
Ashley Devany serves as a Child and Adolescent Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor at UF Health Jacksonville. She has held this position since 2013, accumulating over 11 years of experience in providing mental health counseling services. In this role, she specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy and mediation, working within family, individual, and group counseling settings. Her extensive experience in clinical mental health counseling allows her to address the unique needs of children and adolescents effectively.
Current Role at University of Florida
Since 2014, Ashley Devany has been a Graduate Student Research Assistant at the University of Florida. Over her 10 years in this role, she has contributed to various research initiatives while pursuing her academic goals. This position complements her clinical work and enhances her understanding of mental health issues within the context of higher education.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Devany holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration from the University of Florida, which she completed from 2014 to 2018. Prior to this, she earned a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida between 2011 and 2013. Additionally, she has two Bachelor's Degrees from Flagler College in Business Administration and Management, as well as Clinical Psychology, both obtained from 2007 to 2011. Her educational background supports her expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy and mediation.
Professional Background
Before her current positions, Ashley Devany worked as a Sales Associate at Coach from 2011 to 2013. This role provided her with foundational skills in customer service and sales, which complement her counseling practice. Her professional journey reflects a commitment to mental health and education, with a focus on program improvement and accreditation in higher education.
Core Competencies
Ashley Devany possesses core competencies in strategic planning and problem resolution models, particularly within the context of higher education executive leadership. She also has practical knowledge in consultative program analysis, emphasizing program improvement and accreditation. These skills enhance her effectiveness in both her clinical and academic roles.