About us
People deserve more than a diagnosis or a prescription.
Inner Wellness is a small telehealth practice serving patients across North Carolina. We take the time to listen, explain every option clearly, and make decisions with you, not for you.
Founder & provider
Ashley Wilkens
MSN, FNP-BC · Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatric medication evaluation and management
For Ashley, medication management isn't only a profession. It's personal. Her son, who has autism spectrum disorder, has been on a lifelong journey through different medications and treatments. Alongside him, Ashley saw the challenges and benefits of both medication and holistic approaches.
That experience guides how she cares for her patients. She takes each conversation personally and invests in each person's well-being. She brings 17 years of healthcare experience, in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
"My goal is to empower patients and their families to advocate for their mental wellness through psychoeducation and research."
Education
- MSN, Frontier Nursing University
- BA in Psychology, UNC-Chapel Hill
Certification
- ANCC board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Areas of focus
Practice manager
Clare Miller
Keeping your care organized, from scheduling to follow-up
Clare leads day-to-day operations at Inner Wellness, with both efficiency and empathy. She oversees scheduling, compliance, patient experience, and administrative strategy, so everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
She began her career in education and curriculum development, where she built strong skills in communication, organization, and leadership. Today she brings those skills to healthcare, with a passion for mental wellness and accessible care. She's committed to supporting both patients and clinicians.
Our approach
The values behind every visit
From the way we run the practice to every conversation with a patient, these four beliefs guide us.
01
Transparency
Being honest and open is essential in mental health care. From billing to the medications we prescribe, we communicate clearly so nothing is left in doubt.
02
Education
We make sure you understand your care and what we're treating. We answer every question and talk through diagnosis and treatment thoroughly.
03
Collaboration
Treatment plans are made together, with input from you and your provider. We work side by side to find the best path, from medication to holistic approaches.
04
Inclusivity
Every patient receives the same level of care, compassion, and consideration. Everyone is welcome here.
What you can expect from us
Our approach, in practice
Here's what these values look like when you're a patient at Inner Wellness.
Time
Your first visit is a full hour, so there's room to share your story and ask questions.
Clear explanations
You'll understand what we recommend, why, and what to watch for, in plain language.
Shared decisions
Your preferences shape your plan. Choosing not to start medication is always an option.
Coordination
With your permission, we work with your therapist and other providers so your care stays connected.
Join our team
We're growing.
We're hiring a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. The role is 100% remote with flexible hours, on a collaborative, kind, and supportive team. If you value relationship-centered care and treating the whole person, we'd love to connect.
We'd love to meet you.
Start with a consult. We'll listen, answer your questions, and help you decide on a next step.