The Threads That Started It All

Woven Connections was created by Ashlee, whose life has been shaped by a long journey with mental illness and personal trauma. During difficult seasons, she found comfort in knitting and crochet—learning that even a single strand of yarn can create something meaningful, one stitch at a time.

After a major mental health crisis in 2017 brought life changes, including new medications, the loss of a job, and a move from Tennessee to South Carolina, Ashlee began rebuilding her life in new ways. Through work and personal experience, she discovered something simple but powerful: sometimes what a person needs most is a kind voice and someone willing to listen.

Over time, her journey with mental illness evolved into a disability that required deeper support—therapy, medication management, accountability, and intentional self-care. With the support of her care team, creative outlets, and online communities, Ashlee was inspired to create Woven Connections.

Woven Connections is built on the belief that every life is a thread, woven together strand by strand to create one cohesive fabric. Through compassionate conversation and supportive calls, the goal is simple: to help people feel heard, supported, and a little less alone.