About Us

Counseling Services
At Framework, services cater to the individual, adjusting frequency of counseling sessions and treatment to the client's needs and wants.  Treatment is person-centered and affirming, supporting the journey to become the most genuine person true to the self.   With a variety of specialties and a passion for helping, we strive to meet the client where they are at to help you feel better about yourself and your life.

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Desiree Stone, LPC  is the Clinical Director and co-owner of Framework Counseling & Consulting, LLC.  Desiree holds a Masters degree in Counseling and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee and Alabama.  Desiree is also a certified school counselor with nine years in the education system working with challenging, young children.  Gaining a Masters Certification in Marriage and Couple's therapy in 2019,  Desiree specializes in couples therapy, and especially enjoys working with LGBTQ+ and ENM relationships.  Desiree holds vast experience with a variety of couples, families, children and individuals going through life transitions.  

​Desiree is not accepting clients at this time.

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Ashley Berrios, PhD, LPC-S is the Executive Director and co-owner of Framework Counseling & Consulting, LLC.  Being the former vice-president of the Shoals Diversity Center, Dr. Berrios is considered an ally and specializes  LGBTQ+ counseling and has done advocacy work beside many in the Shoals area.  Dr. Berrios has vast experience with all ages and currently serves as a geriatric counselor to a large nursing home in Florence.   Dr. Berrios has also been an adjunct professor for the University of Alabama for over ten years and a licensed professional counselor supervisor for upcoming counselors.  Dr. Berrios does consultations and professional speaking upon request.  Dr. Berrios is currently not accepting new clients.

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