ASHELLE TOWEH, LMSW
Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant (IECMHC)
WHAT I DO AT CHILDREN'S INSTITUTE
Through the IECMHC model at Georgetown University, I am honored to amplify and champion the voices of children by promoting social and emotional learning. Using a multi-systemic approach, we support community-based organizations and PreK programs at various levels—programmatically, in the classroom, and with children and families. Our goal is to teach best practices in social-emotional health, helping caregivers reduce challenging behaviors while fostering resilience and emotional well-being.
PASSIONATE ABOUT
- Creating safe spaces for others to be their authentic self
- Health & Well-being
- Laughter
- Enjoying pockets of peace
FUN FACTS
- Lover of poetry
- In another life I live in an all inclusive resort
Ashellee Toweh, LMSW, is a dedicated mental health professional passionate about supporting individuals and communities on their journey toward healing and resilience. Currently serving as an Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant (IECMHC) and a Trauma Mental Health Therapist, Ashellee brings a wealth of expertise to her practice. Certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Ashellee is committed to providing evidence-based interventions that promote healing and growth. She holds endorsements as a Reflective Supervision and Infant/Early Childhood Family Specialist from the state of New York, underscoring her commitment to best practices in mental health care. With a background in training multidisciplinary teams on trauma-informed care for young people and children, Ashellee is shifting her focus towards Healing Centered Engagement, recognizing the importance of holistic approaches to wellness. As the former host of the Space of Grace Podcast and a dynamic speaker, she shares her insights and experiences to inspire others on their own paths to healing. Drawing from her experience working with substance abuse, youth experiencing homelessness, and her current role consulting with the Rochester City School District in their UPK/EPK classrooms, Ashellee prioritizes building relationships as the foundation for fostering positive change. Her dedication to creating safe, nurturing environments where individuals can thrive exemplifies her commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. She also has a private practice to cultivate safe spaces where individuals can encounter or renew hope, even in the most challenging circumstances, providing mental health consultation, group therapy, and reflective supervision with a specialized focus on trauma to foster healing, growth, and transformation, guiding each person towards a brighter, more hopeful future.