Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri, as well as a Registered Art Therapist. During my 10 years of clinical experience, I have worked closely with groups and individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, and many other mental health concerns with my emphases being trauma and crisis intervention. I use a person-centered approach which means our sessions are led by your needs and goals, not a one-size-fits-all therapeutic approach. Stuck in a rut? Not understanding why you just…can’t? I am here to help you process where you currently are mentally and emotionally, and to help guide you into a space in which you feel more aligned with who you are and your vision for yourself. Welcome to your journey!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MO LPC 2016040507
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She is great. Really helping me out
Written on Apr 08, 2024 after therapy with Alison for 2 years and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and career difficulties
Alison is a breath of fresh air! I feel comfortable sharing my feelings with her and I am able to open up. Very respectful and understanding as well! Above all, Alison is a professional and conducts the therapy sessions as such. Thank you!
Written on Feb 23, 2024 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, and relationship issues
I am (or..was) a therapy skeptic. I knew it was helpful for many people, but I just didn't know if I'd find value in it. I found the idea of finding a therapist that resonated with me daunting. Alison is a great fit for what I'm looking for. Time to vent, unload, have someone listen and actively converse with me. I felt understood and heard, but I also left with some important facts about my circumstance that I immediately leveraged to my benefit. I've since recommended better help to many friends.
Written on Feb 22, 2024 after therapy with Alison for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and bipolar disorder
She is extremely personable and genuinely wants to help. Her analogies and guidance are extremely relatable and is the best advice I’ve ever been given!
Written on Feb 20, 2024 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
My first meeting with her felt comfortable. I felt like I could talk to someone for the first time in my life while being human.
Written on Jan 21, 2024 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Best in her field
Written on Jan 10, 2024 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd