About Evidence Based Training Solutions

Evidence Based Training Solutions (EBTS) is dedicated to quality dissemination and training of evidence-based psychotherapies. We are an intentionally small company which means that, compared to some of our competitors, we are able to focus on quality over quantity.

EBTS not only provides superior evidence-based trainings but offers clinicians a much-needed opportunity for self-care and relaxation. Our trainings typically span 4-5 days from 9am-12:15pm each day and are held in popular travel destinations around the world, leaving your afternoons free to sip a pool-side cocktail or soak in the surrounding culture.

For some, the total cost of our destination trainings can be tax deductible! Continuing education credits are available for counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, substance abuse counselors, psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, and other mental health professionals.

Meet Our Founders

Ashley Annestedt

LCSW (she/her)

Ashley is a therapist and owner of a group practice that specializes in OCD, Tourette, & related disorders. Prior to entering private practice, Ashley was in higher education where she trained Pediatric residents in evidence-based practices and provided trainings for community & government organizations.

Ashley lives with her husband and 2 teens. They are passionate about travel & outdoor adventure, having visited 40+ countries and counting, and summited various peaks around the globe. When not traveling, you'll find Ashley getting outside, baking or reading.

Jack Jacobsen

LCSW (he/him)

Jack is a therapist specializing in anxiety, OCD, mindfulness, and behavior therapy. He has a passion for learning and sharing evidence-based treatments, has taught behavior therapy and mindfulness at a local university, and has traveled and trained other therapists in empirically supported treatments.

Jack lives in Saint Louis, Missouri with his wife, daughter, and two cats. He is a guitarist, having spent several years playing in professional bands in the St. Louis area, though, since the birth of his daughter has primarily focused on family, career, and playing for the squirrels in his backyard.