Bellwether Counseling
Who We Are
Leading the Way in Holistic Wellness
Who We Are
Bellwether Counseling is a boutique counseling center focused on improving the lives and relationships of our clients. We do this by offering tailored therapy aligned with best practices, cutting edge training, and focused on outcomes. We believe that healthy relationships are a cornerstone to a happy life and understand that sometimes, important relationships take work. We offer counseling for individuals, couples, and families, and welcome diverse genders, sexualities, and unique relationship dynamics.
About Our Founder
Ashley Blu Staats, PhD, LMFT-S, CST-S
Dr. Staats is a seasoned professional with over a decade of dedicated experience specializing in supporting couples and individuals navigating intimacy issues. As the premier Certified Sex Therapist in the Austin area, she has earned a reputation for her unwavering commitment to fostering healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Her dedication to the field extends beyond clinical practice, as she is also a renowned educator in sex therapy, ethics in mental health, and psychopathology. She firmly believes that every therapist inherently serves as a sex therapist, recognizing the profound impact of intimacy on mental and emotional well-being. Her professional values prioritize representation within the mental health field, champion equitable access to mental health counseling, and uphold the highest ethical standards within the profession — values that remain at the core of her work.
Dr. Staats is also the founder of Relational Minds Institute, a school dedicated to advancing the field of sex therapy and sex education, promoting ethical standards, and providing comprehensive information and training to future mental health professionals. Through the institute, she empowers therapists and individuals alike to embrace a holistic approach to mental and emotional well-being. In all aspects of her work, she is driven by the belief that nurturing healthy relationships and promoting sexual health are fundamental to overall wellness. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, ethics, and inclusivity, she is dedicated to helping the next generation of clinicians and the individuals they serve thrive in their pursuit of a more fulfilling life.