Licensed to practice in Florida and accepts 46 insurances. Specializes in Life Transitions, Substance Misuse and 6 more.
(she/her)
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.
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Cash - $180 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter Health
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Florida Blue
Florida Blue - Medicare
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Medicare
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
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.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
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.
13 ratings with written reviews
February 3, 2026
First session went amazing! I already feel like I can talk about anything and everything with Allison. I wish I would have started my journey with her sooner.
October 24, 2025
There are so many adjectives I have to describe Allison: authentic, holistic, warm, intelligent, empowering, challenging, direct, and more. For the record, I would not be here if it was not for her. She gets to know you first before assuming she knows how to fix you and she tailors your plan based on your needs, there is nothing cookie cutter about her approach. I owe my life to her and if you need help I highly recommend reaching out to her.
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