In Session with Ashley B.

In Session with Ashley B.

Ashley Buckner

Episodes 36
Avg. Duration 1h 5m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (32)
Since Sep 2024
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Weekly
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Episodic
Consistency
88%
Hosting
anchor.fm

About This Podcast

In Session with Ashley B. is a therapist-led podcast for the moments we feel seen, heard, and believed — where real conversations happen. 🌻 Each episode explores listener questions and real-life experiences around trauma, mental health, religious harm, faith deconstruction, and nervous system regulation, with nuance, curiosity, and care. Hosted by Ashley Buckner, LMFT, licensed therapist and Certified Brainspotting Practitioner in Utah and California. This podcast is educational and reflective in nature and is not a substitute for therapy.

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Recent Episodes

Mixed Faith, Betrayal, and the Pressure to Endure

Jun 07, 2026 32m

In this month’s listener Q&A, Ashley responds to questions about mixed-faith marriage, relationship betrayal, confusing mental health diagnoses, career uncertainty, and the hidden pressures many…

Baptism and Hard Conversations

May 03, 2026 47m

In this episode, Ashley explores the complex intersection of personal grief and major life transitions, starting with the passing of her grandmother and the unique challenges of navigating a…

Mormon Missions and the Nervous System

Apr 05, 2026 36m

In this episode of In Session, Ashley Buckner, LCSW, dives deep into the neurophysiological impact of LDS missions and the long-term effects of religious conditioning. Ashley explores the…

S2E2 Anger, Betrayal, and Choosing Yourself

Mar 01, 2026 43m

In this episode of In Session with Ashley B, Ashley Buckner returns with a candid reflection on perfectionism, religious trauma, and what it means to show up authentically even when it feels messy.…

New Name. Same Heart.

Feb 01, 2026 42m

Welcome to the relaunch of my podcast, formerly known as Sunflower Movement. In this first episode of In Session with Ashley B, I introduce the new format for the show and what I’m creating moving…

31: This part of the story...

Apr 11, 2025 16m

This season has been a practice in holding space—for others, for healing, for truth. I started this with a hope: that these conversations might offer light in places we don’t always look. Whether…

30: Dr. Laura Anderson: purity culture, religious trauma, & healing

Apr 04, 2025 1h 14m

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Laura Anderson—a psychotherapist and author of When Religion Hurts You. Dr. Anderson specializes in religious trauma and purity culture and brings a wealth of…

29: No wrong ways, just different.

Mar 28, 2025 1h 13m

In this episode, I sit down with Carson Ireland to dive into the journey of the Sunflower Movement Podcast—why it started and what it's grown into. We explore what it means to us to stay open, both…

28: Embracing My Sexuality & Feeling Whole in My Relationship

Mar 14, 2025 49m

In this episode, I respond to a DM that highlights the deep-seated fears many of us carry around our bodies, desire, and relationships—especially when shaped by religious trauma. I share my personal…

27: Faith Reconstruction: Recognizing Your Resilience with Mellissa Perry Hill, LPC

Mar 07, 2025 1h 29m

Loved having Mellissa back on the podcast—her depth of knowledge and compassion for those navigating religious trauma, faith deconstruction, and reconstruction is truly unmatched.Mellissa Perry Hill,…

26: Brainspotting continues to transform my life.

Feb 28, 2025 1h 5m

Brainspotting continues to deeply impact my personal and professional journey. In this episode I talk about why, and the lasting effects of this powerful modality. Tune in to hear how it’s shaping my…

25: The real side of therapists with Brooke Halliday, LPCC

Feb 21, 2025 1h 10m

Welcome to the Sunflower Movement Podcast! 🌻 In this episode, we’re joined by Brooke (@therapy.with.brooke) from Redbird Wellness (https://redbirdwellness.org), a holistic care center specializing in…

24: In my Boudoir Era with Kacee Payne

Feb 14, 2025 1h 9m

Disclaimer: This podcast is for education & entertainment purposes only & is not a form of psychotherapy, counseling, or healthcare of any kind.Getting really vulnerable and open on the pod…

23: Breaking the Silence on Mormon Mission Trauma: Jack's Story

Feb 07, 2025 1h 59m

Disclaimer: This podcast is for education & entertainment purposes only & is not a form of psychotherapy, counseling, or healthcare of any kind.Proud of Jack’s courage for coming forward and…

22: Growing Up Mormon in Brazil: Alice’s History of Colonization, Racism, and Healing

Jan 31, 2025 1h 53m

Disclaimer: This podcast is for education & entertainment purposes only & is not a form of psychotherapy, counseling, or healthcare of any…

21: Unraveling grooming for marriage in Mormonism: a personal debrief

Jan 24, 2025 1h 9m

Sam Dalton joins me on the podcast again to dive into the grooming for marriage that happens within Mormonism. Together, we unpack our personal experiences with these practices growing up in the…

20: 20 years later! (My high school boyfriend comes on the pod…)

Jan 17, 2025 2h 32m

In this episode, I'm joined by Gavin, aka G Money, one of my high school boyfriends from my Mormon upbringing. Gavin was the person my younger self felt safest with during a time when my worth felt…

19: Intersections of sexual trauma, religious trauma, faith deconstruction, and healing

Jan 10, 2025 1h 28m

Today’s conversation with Hannah is both moving and insightful as she delves into the complex ways religious and sexual trauma intertwine. Her reflections on the healing journey are profound and…

18: Welcome to the New Year

Jan 03, 2025 41m

Happy New Year! In this special episode of Sunflower Movement Podcast, I welcome 2025 with you. I share some life updates, reflect on the past year, and finally dive into submissions from the…

17: Aubrey Stephens: I believe in everything and nothing

Dec 27, 2024 1h 32m

In this episode of Sunflower Movement podcast, I sit down with Aubrey Stephens, founder of The Relieved Society. Whether you're seeking inspiration, healing, or a deeper understanding of yourself,…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does In Session with Ashley B. have?

In Session with Ashley B. has published 36 episodes since September 2024, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Mental Health.

Is In Session with Ashley B. still active?

In Session with Ashley B. is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 1h 5m.

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