Who We are & What we Do here!

She is the Founder/CEO and Executive Director at Motivate Wellness Behavioral Health & Relationship Health Services, LLC. She is a graduate of The Dr. Rachael Institute sexuality certified coach. She received her Master’s in Education/Counseling from Loyola University at New Orleans. 

(Servicing Louisiana & Florida )

 Ashlie Gray, M.Ed, PLPC was born and raised in New Iberia, LA.  She earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communications from Southern University of Baton Rouge in 2000.

 After graduating she spent 8 years as a teacher. She then decided to further her education and received her master’s degree from Nicholls State University in 2011 becoming a Professional School Counselor.

Mrs. Gray has been a school counselor for 12 years and enjoys working with teenagers in the school setting. She is currently working on her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision at The University of Holy Cross in New Orleans. She is excited to begin working with adults and couples in addition to adolescents.

 She enjoys having the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others. She is excited about helping her clients navigate personal challenges, provide grief support, assist with personal growth and development, help develop self-esteem and self-advocacy, aid others through depression and anxiety as well as help couples find their love language to create more meaningful and fulfilling relationships.

Her mission is to find the therapy style that works best for each client in helping them reach their self-made goals.

She also believe that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. Our counseling skills are designed to help our clients unlock their potential and achieve their goals.

Hi! My name is Chyna Nguyen, and I am a West Bank native. I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from LSU and went on to obtain a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Xavier University of Louisiana.

I’ve centered my practice on providing a compassionate and supportive environment where you can explore your true self and navigate life’s challenges. I believe that the counseling relationship should feel like a space where you feel safe, heard, and respected.

I am deeply committed to understanding and honoring the unique cultural contexts and experiences that shape who you are. My approach ensures that our work together respects and integrates your cultural identity and values, allowing us to address the nuances of your experiences and build on your strengths. My goal is to foster a sense of safety, connection, and self-awareness, helping you work through past trauma, manage current stressors, or embark on a journey of personal discovery.

Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy community engagement, practicing yoga, discovering new music, and spending time with loved ones. These activities inspire creativity and balance in my life and work.

One of my favorite quotes is by Lou Holtz which states “ it’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it”. I would be remiss to tell you that life has not been filled with serendipitous turn’s that have been eventful and at times unbearable. However, in adjusting my approach and strategizing how to balance my load, I have confidently mastered the art of prioritizing which bags are necessary throughout this journey. 

 Since 2017.

I have been navigating the field of Human Services after obtaining my Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities and Social Services from Southeastern Louisiana. Since then I have had the privilege of serving adolescent and at risk juveniles through various community partners such the Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center, Gulf Coast Family Services and LaPathways. 

 Each of these roles impacted and inspired me to answer the calling of continuing my education and finalizing all requirements to receive my Masters of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Capella University. My targeted focus is cognitive behavioral therapy which consist of reshaping the way we think, response to various situations, internal indicators and how we feel. My hopes are to help others regain a sense of self by building new habits, behaviors, and skills which can ultimately contribute to growth, resilience, and success!  “Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.” ― Mahatma Gandhi

 I am excited to connect, build, and assess any identified challenges and forge as a collective to transform your perspective! Allow me to be a gentle whisper and reminder that we are all in this together perfectly IMPERFECT in this thing we call LIFE! I look forward to meeting you and helping you manage your load!