Ashley Castro, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, clinical supervisor, and professional trainer with over nine years of experience in child welfare, behavioral health, crisis intervention, and workforce development. She earned her Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work degrees from California State University, San Bernardino.
Throughout her career with Riverside County, Ashley has served in various capacities, including child welfare investigator, continuing services social worker, field supervisor, and staff development officer. Her experience has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of child welfare practice, organizational systems, and the challenges faced by helping professionals.
Ashley specializes in trauma-informed practice, family engagement, crisis intervention, mental health, clinical supervision, and professional development. As a Clinical Therapist II and Crisis Intervention Trainer with Riverside University Health System–Behavioral Health, she develops and facilitates training for law enforcement professionals, emphasizing mental health awareness, de-escalation, and compassionate crisis response.
With several years of experience facilitating professional development and educational programs, Ashley is passionate about creating engaging, practical learning experiences that bridge research, theory, and real-world application. She believes meaningful training should challenge perspectives, encourage critical thinking, and empower professionals to approach their work with greater confidence, compassion, and purpose.
Outside of her professional work, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family and traveling. She believes that maintaining curiosity and connection are essential to personal and professional resilience.
