LCSW, 9 years of experience
My therapy approach is flexible, meeting you where you are and creating a safe space for open sharing, as I believe healing begins when hidden struggles are confronted. Certified in DBT and CBT, with extensive experience in treating substance use, I tailor my approach to your unique needs, helping you overcome resistance and align your life with your personal values. I strive to foster a collaborative and empowering environment throughout our work together.
In your first session with me, you'll find a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can share openly. I believe that you are the expert on your life and your goals. I'll ask targeted questions about various aspects of your bio-psycho-social life, as I approach therapy from a systems perspective. My aim is to enhance your ability to listen to yourself, trust your instincts, and make informed decisions that align with your knowledge, experience, and values. Together, we'll begin crafting therapy goals early on, empowering you to take action and create meaningful change.
My expertise in addressing complex issues, such as substance use and resistance to change, help clients overcome obstacles and align their lives with their personal values. Additionally, I have a keen ability to empower clients, guiding them to trust themselves, make informed decisions, and take meaningful action in their lives.
I am best positioned to serve clients who are eager to change their external circumstances but recognize the need to deepen their insight into the underlying thought patterns that are holding them back. These clients are often aware that something is standing in the way of their progress and are ready to explore how their thoughts and beliefs might be interfering with their goals. By enhancing this self-awareness, we can work together to boost motivation, helping them align their actions with their personal values and create meaningful, lasting change.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress. By recognizing the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, I guide clients in reframing their thoughts into more positive perspectives. This process empowers them to develop practical coping strategies and make meaningful changes in their lives.
I use an eclectic therapy approach, which means I draw from various therapeutic modalities to best meet each client's unique needs. By combining techniques from different approaches like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness, I tailor my methods to what works best for you. This flexibility allows me to adapt my style to your specific challenges and goals, ensuring that our work together is both effective and personalized.
11 ratings with written reviews
August 18, 2025
amazing first session! she’s direct in a nice way ofc and i need that. super accepting and wants to find solutions which i love. also uses dbt techniques
July 29, 2025
I thought I needed structure and Allison said she wasn't that way, but it proved that she is a great fit for me! As she said, "The past will come up when you talk about your present problems." And it definitely did! Allison is also very warm and authentic and I cannot wait to continue to talk with her to unravel all my emotions and learn ways to cope with the challenges life throws!
July 16, 2025
As someone who is usually uncomfortable in therapy she made me feel very comfortable and I could easily open up to her