Dr. Kreszentia Ashford, PsyD, LCPC, CST (She/Her)

Dr. Kres Ashford serves a broad spectrum of clients and has experience working with diverse populations for over 15 years. She recognizes that all humans are social and relational beings and are always in pursuit of the best version of themselves. She works with both individuals and couples and specializes in sex therapy, alternative lifestyle counseling, and relational work, while utilizing decolonized therapeutic modalities. Kres is from Chicago, Illinois, where she earned both a Masters and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.

As a Queer, Black, kink-aware therapist, and an expert in BDSM and consensual non-monogamy, Kres works with an open mind on the issues you identify. She welcomes clients of all sexual and erotic preferences, practices, and identities. Her work in kink recognizes and respects the use of unconventional sexual practices, concepts, or fantasies and the interplay in people's lives and thoughts. However, integrating the nuances of kink, fetishes, and power exchange into a loving, intimate relationship can be a challenge for some couples. The mixture of clinical training, Gottman principles, and personal experience allows Kres to fully support those with these issues and other sexual related issues.

Outside of the clinical space, Kres is a wife and parent to three children, and a student, where she is currently pursuing a PhD in Clinical Sexology to study the intersection between the Queer-Black-Kink nexus and the provider deficit gap.

Kres practices therapy in Illinois and offers coaching anywhere.