My name is Allyson Klein, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have over 20 years of experience working as a therapist in the mental health field. I earned my BA degree in Psychology and Sociology from Brandeis University and my MSW degree from the University of California Berkeley, and I have worked in many different settings, providing care to people in need. My passion is to connect with people who may be struggling in their lives and help them work towards achieving their goals. I approach my clients with compassion and a non-judgmental stance. In my work as a therapist I know that creating a safe space for my clients is the key to helping them change.
I have worked with a diverse range of individuals from different cultural and ethnic backgrounds, age groups, and sexual orientations. I am well versed in working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety and panic, history of trauma, emotional and binge eating, addiction, family and relationship issues, work stress, and a multitude of life problems.
My approach to treatment draws heavily on Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Both modalities examine how our thoughts and behaviors influence our emotions and mood. DBT balances change strategies with acceptance strategies and is centered in the practice of mindfulness. Together we can identify ways of thinking and behavioral patterns that are leading to emotional pain and problems in living. Awareness is the first step; the next is beginning to make small changes that eventually lead to big changes. Change takes time, and it takes determination and courage. I am excited to walk that path with you.
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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Allyson has shown great compassion and professionalism during our sessions. She has helped me greatly.
Written on Jan 19, 2025 after therapy with Allyson for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Allyson Klein always tries to understand my concerns and the details of my story, and she gives me the best advice that I can't get in daily basis. She's always on time for the phone call. I really appreciate her help.
Written on Jan 09, 2025 after therapy with Allyson for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
I am incredibly grateful to have Allyson as my therapist. She has provided me with the tools to help me heal and set boundaries. I feel heard and understood. I highly recommend Allyson to anyone looking for a therapist who really listens and offers meaningful advice. My only regret is not starting therapy sooner!
Written on Dec 31, 2024 after therapy with Allyson for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
Allyson Klein is kind, patient, & understanding! I could not recommend her enough for the knowledge & practices she shares with me.
Written on Aug 06, 2024 after therapy with Allyson for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Allyson is patient and understanding of a complicated situation that requires regular empathy from her as I circle the grief process.
Written on Mar 14, 2024 after therapy with Allyson for 4 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and career difficulties
She’s great. I knew the solution but just needed someone to help reinforce it. Would come back to her again.
Written on Jan 09, 2024 after therapy with Allyson for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
i rly need her patience and guidance
she's so kind too
Written on Oct 26, 2023 after therapy with Allyson for 5 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, grief, coaching, and adhd
Allyson has been patient and kind, helping me address my problems and offering solutions to help me get back on my feet
Written on Oct 17, 2023 after therapy with Allyson for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Fantastic
Written on Nov 23, 2022 after therapy with Allyson for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and sleeping disorders
I had some skepticism about using online therapy, but Allyson totally changed my mind. Allyson is kind, attentive, and truly cares about helping identify the root of the topics/issues we discuss so that I can change my behavior in a healthy, positive way. She listens without judgement and I feel so comfortable being able to speak freely with her during our sessions. I would recommend her to anyone seeking therapy in a heartbeat.
Written on Oct 31, 2022 after therapy with Allyson for 1 week on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Allyson is kind and respectful. She works with me in whichever direction I am going.
Written on Aug 18, 2022 after therapy with Allyson for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and self esteem
Allyson has helped me so much over the past couple of months! She’s a great listener and offers valuable insight. Highly recommend her.
Written on May 02, 2022 after therapy with Allyson for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Allyson is very helpful!
Written on Mar 25, 2022 after therapy with Allyson for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and coaching
I did recommend BetterHelp to a friend just today.
Deborah Gadbury - and I recommended her once before. Not sure she participated.
Written on Feb 23, 2022 after therapy with Allyson for 6 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Allyson, is very much helping me to find my way ..
Written on Feb 19, 2022 after therapy with Allyson for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Allyson Klein is the best therapist and I love Betterhelp so much. Its been such a help and support in trying times!!
Written on Feb 14, 2022 after therapy with Allyson for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Allyson is very responsive and creates an inviting environment in which to talk. She is also good at distilling down the main points of what you are telling her and making sure that you are approaching issues in a manageable manner. I was very nervous about seeking out therapy for the first time but Allyson has made the process very easy.
Written on Jul 19, 2021 after therapy with Allyson for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
She is efficient, caring, and very high quality. I saw immediate results.
Written on Jul 19, 2021 after therapy with Allyson for 2 weeks
She's been really attentive and understanding whenever we talk, and provides a new perspective when giving feedback, support, and advice. Her responses are always lengthy, making sure to address each point of my texts, too.
Written on Mar 24, 2021 after therapy with Allyson for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Allyson is very sweet and willing to listen even when I go on tangents. She never makes me feel like anything I have to say is unimportant
Written on Jan 04, 2021 after therapy with Allyson for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Allyson is great. She is easy to talk to and helps me navigate issues well.
Written on Nov 05, 2020 after therapy with Allyson for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Allyson is a caring and thoughtful therapist who has given me real tools to help me manage my anxiety. She has helped me recognize when my thoughts are distorted and causing me pain. She has helped me not to judge myself and feel guilty. She has helped me with my relationships, both with my partner and family, especially accepting some of their behaviors that I can't change. She is available to me by text, which really helped especially at the beginning of therapy when I had a LOT of questions! I'm grateful to have had her along for this journey.
Written on Aug 04, 2020 after therapy with Allyson for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Very good
Written on Aug 01, 2020 after therapy with Allyson for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have been immensely helped by Allyson, thank you for your time and suggestions
Written on Jul 30, 2020 after therapy with Allyson for 2 weeks
Dr. Allyson Klein is amazing. Within the first couple of sessions, I noticed there is something special about her. She is very understanding, responsive, supportive, compassionate, kind, and genuine. She truly understood what I was going through and helped me get through the tough times. Even though the hard times were ahead, she made me feel that everything is going to be OK. I have been surprised so many times by her keen observations and insights. With her help, I am now more aware of feelings and what triggers them. I was skeptical about therapy before, but I am so glad that I met Allyson. I truly appreciate all of her help. I am looking forward to my journey ahead.
Written on Mar 04, 2020 after therapy with Allyson for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
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