We are proud to highlight Dr. Ashley Shenberger, a distinguished 2013 graduate of ISPP and a Lieutenant Commander (Select), Medical Service Corps in the United States Navy stationed at the Naval Submarine Base in Kings Bay, Georgia. In this role, Dr. Shenberger provides vital mental health services to over 6000 Active Duty service members.
One of the many remarkable aspects of Dr. Shenberger’s career is her role as the sole psychologist for the trident submarine community on the east coast for the past 3.5 years. This unique position allowed her to ride various submarines, conduct executive coaching sessions with prospective Commanding Officers and Executive Officers, and lead a groundbreaking program focusing on mind, body, and soul to enhance toughness and mission readiness.
Staying up-to-date with psychology training is crucial, and Dr. Shenberger leverages the military’s offerings of free CEUs, trainings, and conferences. She emphasizes the importance of continuous learning from subject matter experts in various specialties.
For current students, Dr. Shenberger advises them to embrace the student experience fully, building strong relationships with peers and faculty. She highlights the relevance of everything learned, emphasizing that these connections will serve as lifelines in their future careers. Prospective students are encouraged to join a committed and devoted team at ISPP, where the environment is supportive yet challenging.
Dr. Shenberger’s journey from ISPP to her impactful role in the military was shaped by the incredible faculty and robust curriculum that prepared her for success. Thorough assessment training and ongoing support from faculty post-graduation played a pivotal role in her development as a superior clinical psychologist.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Dr. Shenberger is trained and credentialed in auricular acupuncture, providing non-duty limiting interventions for concerns such as anxiety, depression, smoking cessation, alcohol addiction, and pain.
“The incredible faculty and robust curriculum prepared me to excel on internship, which in turn prepared me for my role as a military psychologist. The assessment training received throughout the program was incredibly thorough, which made the internship experience that much more fulfilling. It was not just my time in the program, but after that is rewarding as well. Faculty members remained available for consultation after graduation, which I often took advantage of, as their skills, expertise, care, and guidance is so incredibly valuable. The faculty at ISPP were committed to our futures as superior clinical psychologists which was obvious in every interaction, and every course I took during my time at ISPP.”
We extend our gratitude to Dr. Ashley Shenberger for her outstanding contributions to mental health within the military and wish her continued success in her endeavors. Her dedication to service and commitment to excellence are truly inspiring.
