Dr. Stashko was born and raised in the Boston area. She graduated summa cum laude from Northeastern University in 2008 where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She then worked with young children with autism and other developmental disorders as an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapist. She entered graduate school at Antioch University New England with the hope of extending her expertise beyond behaviorism. Her clinical practica experiences included working within an autism specialty clinic, public elementary schools, and an inpatient treatment program. She then completed an APA accredited internship at Community Healthlink Youth and Family Services. Upon earning her Doctorate of Psychology (PsyD), she completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School: Learning and Emotional Assessment Program (LEAP) where she specialized in the neuropsychological evaluation of children and adolescents. 

Dr. Stashko moved to North Carolina and joined Peak City Psychology in 2016. She found the small, home-like environment best fit with her warm style. She provided psychotherapy and assessment to children and adolescents. Her gentle and supportive approach was particularly well suited for those experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment challenges, and/or underdeveloped social skills. After three years of meaningful and fulfilling work, she decided to take time off to raise her young family. 

Dr. Stashko returned in January of 2024. She continues to provide psychotherapy to young and school-aged children as well as parent training and support. With specialized training, she is now able to care for adult individuals during the perinatal period. Her treatment approach is integrative in nature and informed by evidenced-based approaches such as Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She is able to support individuals experiencing challenges related to pregnancy, pregnancy loss, and mothering and partnering in the context of a new birth.