Ash Bowie, PsyD

Hello! I am a clinical psychologist licensed in Pennsylvania. Since 2003, I have been dedicated to helping people live happier, more empowered lives with a sense of personal worth, purpose, and fulfillment. Many people come to therapy because they are hurting and want relief, and that matters deeply to me. But therapy can also be something more: an opportunity for self-discovery, personal growth, and becoming more present and authentic in your everyday life. Whatever brings you here, I consider it a privilege to work alongside you. I am an active, engaged therapist. I know when to listen and when to push, when to sit with you in something difficult, and when to help you explore the patterns that are keeping you stuck. But effective therapy isn’t just about applying fancy clinical techniques or providing psychology lectures; it has to be rooted in a safe, collaborative connection between therapist and patient. In me, you will find someone who takes your experience seriously, respects your values and goals, meets vulnerability with empathy, and is not above finding humor in the human condition.

Professionally, I have extensive experience providing evidence-based psychotherapy across a wide range of concerns. For many years, I worked with children and teens struggling with profound trauma, mostly in school and residential settings. I have also had the privilege of working with couples, college students, adults with traumatic brain injuries, people on the autism spectrum, and seniors coping with challenges related to health and loss. A common theme in my current work centers on life transitions, aging, evolving questions of purpose and meaning, and rediscovering a sense of joy and vibrancy. In addition to my clinical work, I also have a passion for teaching, supervision, and mentorship. During the decade prior to founding Cedarhurst, I developed a graduate training program and managed two clinical programs, one at a school for severely disturbed children and the other at a crisis residential program for autistic teens. Most recently, I took on the role of Clinic Director at a large group practice of over forty therapists and medication providers. I founded Cedarhurst to bring these experiences together in one place and to practice in a way that reflects my values as a clinician. I strive to offer a thoughtful, collaborative therapeutic relationship, one that balances rigor with compassion and provides a reliable, supportive space for meaningful change.