Aza Greenlee, LSW
Any/all
“I'm inspired by the intricate "ecosystems" of our relationships, where aligning with our true selves fosters connection and counters feelings of inadequacy in challenging environments.”
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About Me
I am a transgender, queer, Black therapist with a background in experimental and performing arts, which deeply informs my practice. My work is rooted in an anti-colonial, queer, liberatory, and anti-capitalist framework, recognizing that healing cannot be separated from the political, cultural, and historical forces shaping our lives. I approach therapy as a collaborative, relational process—one that is specific to each client and grounded in the unique dynamics of our therapeutic relationship. My practice is centered on supporting individuals navigating complex trauma, emotional dysregulation, identity exploration, ADHD, relational struggles, and the psychological impacts of systemic oppression.
I take a harm reductionist, sex-positive, and engaged stance when working with people navigating sex work, substance use, and kink. These are not pathologies but aspects of life that deserve active engagement, respect, and dignity. Therapy is not about fixing what is “wrong” with you—it is about understanding your experiences, dismantling false dichotomies of “healthy vs. unhealthy” or “broken vs. healed,” and working together to define what a meaningful life looks like for you.
Why did you decide to become a social worker ?
My path into therapy was shaped by my experiences in artist communities—spaces where people engage deeply with self-exploration, contradiction, and transformation. I have also worked with people at both the beginning and end of life, reinforcing my belief in honoring lived experiences and tending to life’s complexities with care.
What types of clients are you most excited to work with?
I work best with clients who want to explore their experiences without fear of judgment—people who are reflective, curious, and interested in defining healing on their own terms. I am especially committed to working with individuals who have been marginalized in therapeutic spaces, including those engaged in sex work, substance use, or kink. Many of my clients are navigating complex trauma, identity shifts, relational challenges, neurodivergence, or the emotional impact of systemic harm, and I offer a space that centers their agency, autonomy, and self-definition
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
That your responses—your coping, your survival, your instincts—are rooted in reason. You are not broken. Therapy is not about erasing parts of yourself but about understanding where you’ve been, where you are, and where you want to go.
I chose to be part of the Ashe team because their values align perfectly with my values and mission as a social worker and clinician. I thrive to be part of a team that encourages and celebrates diversity and one that cares about providing services to ALL communities.
Why did you choose to practice at Ashe Counseling?
Age Specialities
Young Adult
Adults
In Network
Blue Cross Blue Shield, PPO
Blue Cross Community
Aetna
Aetna Better Health
Cigna
United Health Care
Meridian
IL Medicaid