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Ashley Long, PhD, LAT, ATC

Ashley Long, PhD, LAT, ATC

As the Concussion Clinic Coordinator at Mt. Olive Family Medicine Center, I oversee the delivery of comprehensive concussion services to the eastern North Carolina community. With over 20 years of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer and an ImPACT Trained Athletic Trainer, I am passionate about providing evidence-based assessment, management, and education for concussion patients and their families.

In addition to my clinical role, I am also an Adjunct Professor at The University of Georgia, where I teach a graduate course in Healthcare Management for Athletic Training students. I hold a PhD in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from the University of Mississippi, and am working toward a Certificate in Biomedical Neuroscience from the University of Florida. I am also the owner and clinician of NeuroActive, LLC, a concussion assessment and education company. I have received multiple honors and awards for my research and service in the field of concussion and athletic training, and I am committed to advancing the knowledge and practice of concussion care in rural settings.

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  • Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the Athlete: An Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care
    Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are traumatic events that occur during childhood, including exposure to violence, abuse, substance use, mental health issues, and parental separation. ACEs can negatively impact mental and physical health in adulthood. 64% of adults report > 1 ACE and 20% report > 3.  The impact of ACEs can be mitigated with connection to supportive adults and positive activities that promote social-emotional learning and coping. Athletic trainers are uniquely positioned to support individuals who have experienced ACEs by assessing mental health, developing a robust referral network, and providing trauma-informed care.