Ryan Ashley

Ryan Ashley serves as an Academic Advisor/Counselor and Lecturer in the Department of Social Work within the College of Health Sciences at the University of Michigan-Flint, providing academic guidance and teaching services through the Student Success Center.

Education:

• M.S.W. in Clinical Social Work from Wayne State University (2008)

Her research and professional interests focus on substance abuse interventions within clinical social work practice, emphasizing real-world applications in educational settings. Current teaching responsibilities include SAT 202: Problems of Substance Abuse, demonstrating specialized expertise in addiction treatment frameworks and behavioral health counseling.

Professional Credentials:

• Master Social Work License (LARA, 2010)

Through her dual role in academic advising and instruction, Ashley supports student development while integrating clinical social work methodologies into curriculum design. Her work bridges theoretical knowledge with practical counseling techniques, particularly in substance abuse education.

Affiliated with the Student Success Center (285 UPAV), she contributes to institutional student retention initiatives through personalized academic planning and crisis intervention services.