Kathleen Ashton, Ph.D.
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Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
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Psychiatry and Psychology
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.445.7946
- Desk:
- 216.444.3438
- Fax:
- 216.445.4048
Treatment & Services
- Cancer Center
- Cancer Prevention
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Health Psychology
- Individual Psychotherapy
- Presurgical Behavior Health Evaluations
- Psychological Evaluation
- Psychological Treatment
- Psychotherapy
- Women's Health
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Anxiety Disorders in Individuals with Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Disease
- Cancer Genomic Medicine
- Hereditary Cancers
- Stress and Physical Health
- Stress Related Symptoms and Illnesses
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View All PlansAbout Kathleen Ashton, Ph.D.
Kathleen Ashton, PhD, ABPP is a Board Certified Clinical Health Psychologist in the Breast Center, Digestive Disease and Surgery Institute. She received her doctorate from The Ohio State University, and she completed specialty training in health psychology at the Cleveland VA Medical Center and Cleveland Clinic.
Dr. Ashton's clinical and research interests include hereditary risk for breast cancer, breast cancer, pre-surgical evaluations for risk reducing mastectomy, breast cancer survivorship issues, young women with breast cancer, weight management/obesity, stress management, and lifestyle/behavior modification for risk reduction. Dr. Ashton presents nationally and has many peer reviewed publications. She is a Fellow of the American Board of Clinical Health Psychology, Past President of the Cleveland Psychological Association, Past President of the Ohio Psychological Association, and an elected member of the American Psychological Association Committee for the Advancement of Professional Practice.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2004
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Psychology
Cleveland,
OH USA
2004
Graduate School - The Ohio State University
Psychology
Columbus,
OH USA
2002
Internship - VA Medical Center, Louis Stokes
Clinical / Health Psychology
Cleveland,
OH USA
2002
Graduate School - The Ohio State University
Psychology
Columbus,
OH USA
1999
Undergraduate - The Ohio State University
Columbus,
OH USA
1997
Specialty Interests
hereditary breast cancer risk, breast cancer, survivorship, obesity/binge eating disorder, risk reducing lifestyle/behavior modification, stress management
Awards & Honors
- APA Leadership Institute for Women in Psychology
- Fellow, American Board of Clinical Health Psychology
- 2015 Mentor of the Year, Cleveland Clinic Office of Professional Staff Affairs, Staff Coaching Mentoring Program
Research & Publications
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71 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
19 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Nov 2, 2023
Dr. Ashton is always great and provided amazing support at this visit for my upcoming surgery. I left the visit feeling as though she really cares and I'm not just another patient in her caseload.
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2023
Exceptional doctor who takes genuine interest in patients and truly cares about them.
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2023
Dr. Ashton is simply the best. She creates a safe space for her patients thoughts, feelings, fears, hopes, concerns and vulnerability and in doing so facilitated growth, progress for her patients and healing.
Reviewed on Aug 31, 2023
Dr. Ashton is the BEST!
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2023
Dr. Ashton is an incredibly caring person. She is knowledgeable and informed of the latest approaches in the field of Mental Health. I cannot praise her enough. The Cleveland Clinic is fortunate to have her on staff!
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2023
Dr Ashley was a godsend. She was very knowledgeable and supportive. She helped me sift through all the decisions and emotions I was experiencing. She treated me more as a friend than just a patient. Her caring manner put me at ease.
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2023
Dr. Ashton has helped me navigate the ups and downs of cancer. She is very empathetic and caring. I enjoy our conversations and the advice she gives.
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2023
Dr. Ashton is incredible. Her ability to create a caring, safe space and foster communication and healing is unparalleled.
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2023
Dr Ashton is wonderful, caring and truly helpful.
Reviewed on May 26, 2023
Dr Ashton is a gem and your organization is fortunate to have her on staff. I wish she could be even more available to patients, like me, who have MBC.
Reviewed on May 12, 2023
Dr. Ashton is wonderful! This is a service that I didn't know that I needed when I was diagnosed. It has made a great difference in how I've been able to cope with cancer. Dr. Ashton is kind, compassionate & has helped to give me peace of mind.
Reviewed on May 10, 2023
I am immensely grateful for the care and compassion Dr. Ashton provides. The journey through a cancer diagnosis, treatment and care is a vulnerable one and Dr. Ashton creates a safe place for that vulnerability. That in and of itself is a gift. She is someone I will always be thankful to have been part of my journey.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023
Dr. Ashton is extremely kind, caring and helpful. I consider myself blessed and very fortunate to be in her care. I make a point to tell everyone about Dr. Ashton.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2023
Dr. Ashton is wonderful! She's professional, caring & supportive, with a great sense of humor.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023
Dr. Ashton is the BEST! Caring, knowledgeable and compassionate
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2023
Dr. Ashton is a very caring and kind . She is interested in her patients' cancer journey and works to find ways to make the journey easier and meaningful. The group she has created is helpful because we get to hear other patient's journey and discuss ways of helping each other.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2023
Going to Hillcrest is always a good experience. The staff and doctors are very pleasant, caring, and interested in giving the best care for their patients.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2022
Dr. Ashton is a compassionate, intelligent and insightful practitioner.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2022
She listens and understands