Licensed to practice in New York and accepts 22 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 1 more.
Alison Baker
(she/her)
About me
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps adults navigate anxiety, stress, trauma and complex family or relationship dynamics. My approach is warm, collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practices. I support clients in understanding their patterns, building healthier coping skills and developing a stronger sense of self. I strive to create a safe, non judgemental space where you feel heard, supported and empowered to make meaningful lasting change.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Your first session will be conversational and focused on understanding what brings you in. We'll explore your goals, your current challenges, and any patterns that feel important. You do not need to come in with everything figured out-we figure it out together.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My approach is both trauma-informed and culturally responsive. I pay close attention to the impact of childhood experiences, identity, culture, and relationship patterns. I help clients explore the root of their struggles, not just the symptoms, so they can break old cycles and build healthier ways of coping. Clients often report a deeper sense of clarity, emotional resilience, and the ability to set boundaries without guilt or fear.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am best positioned to serve adults navigating anxiety, identity concerns, relationship stress, cultural pressures, or the emotional burden of always being the "responsible one." Many of my clients are professionals balancing multiple roles, expectations, and internal pressures. They want a therapist who understands nuance, culture, and the weight of unspoken responsibilities. I help clients explore identity, manage stress, let go of survival-mode habits, and develop more emotionally aligned, empowered ways of living.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Life Transitions
Identifies as
Black / African American
Hispanic / Latinx
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
New York
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Cash - $150 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
GTEB
Tufts Health/Cigna
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
My work integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, schema work and mindfulness-based approaches. We would work together to make sense of your history, understand what's driving your emotions and behaviors, and build new pathways toward clarity and healing.
6 ratings with written reviews
July 26, 2026
Working with Alison Baker has been incredibly helpful.
Verified client, age 25-34
July 23, 2026
Alison is extremely warm and understanding. She listens not to judge and provides helpful suggestions on how to go about situations as well as other alternatives. I'm very appreciative of her and will continue my journey with her.
Verified client, age 45-54
July 22, 2026
Alison is very warm and welcoming. She lets me have the space to just pour out my thoughts and is really good at checking in with me regarding those moments and allows me to sit with things. She lets me set the pace in our sessions and guides me through solutions if solutions are needed. She's very calming and when I feel like I'm word vomiting, she's able to compartmentalize everything and help me sort through things one by one. So I really like working with her.