Ashley Benjamin, MD

Ashley Benjamin, MD

Director of Psychiatry Implementation

Director of Psychiatry Implementation

Dr. Ashley Benjamin is a psychiatrist, educator, and clinical leader with over two decades of experience in mental health treatment, clinician training, and program development. As Director of Psychiatry Implementation, Dr. Ashley specializes in equipping behavioral health professionals with the knowledge, tools, and best practices needed to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care.

Expertise & Focus Areas:

✅ Optimizing Psychiatric Collaboration – Teaching behavioral health teams how to effectively integrate psychiatric care into their treatment models.
✅ Clinical Psychiatric Consultation – Specialized expertise in PTSD, addiction, eating disorders, and high-acuity psychiatric conditions.
✅ Trauma-Informed Care & Program Development – Designing specialized training programs that help organizations integrate patient-centered, trauma-sensitive approaches.
✅ Staff Development & Clinical Supervision – Providing mentorship, case consultation, and performance coaching for behavioral health professionals.
✅ Physical Wellness in Mental Health – Consulting on integrating functional fitness and holistic health strategies into behavioral healthcare.
✅ Evidence-Based Best Practices – Offering guidance on the latest advancements in psychiatric care and treatment methodologies.

Background & Career Highlights:

  • Military Leadership & Training – Served 21 years in the U.S. Air Force (Active & Reserve), including as Medical & Administrative Director for Tinker Air Force Base’s Substance Abuse Program.

  • Clinical & Academic Leadership – Held leadership roles at Tinker Air Force Base, Ventura County Behavioral Health, and the Oklahoma City VA, mentoring clinicians and developing treatment frameworks.

  • Educator & Author – Published 30+ research articles and books on psychiatric care, trauma recovery, and mental wellness.

  • Sports & Performance Psychology – Applies principles of coaching, resilience, and performance optimization to behavioral health training.

Why His Training Matters:

Dr. Ashley's multidisciplinary background in psychiatry, trauma-informed care, and physical wellness makes him a highly sought-after educator for behavioral health organizations. His trainings empower clinicians to provide more effective, ethical, and patient-centered care, ultimately improving treatment outcomes across the industry.