THERAPEUTIC PHILOSOPHY 

Allison believes healing happens through new experiences--experiences that offer another option or a contrasting feeling to what was previously felt. She is very creative and enjoys bringing that spirit into session. She has much experience using Dialectial Behavorial Therapy and other experiential therapy models.  

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Allison's heart and personality lean toward a very hands on, experiential approach to therapy. She believes change often happens in the moment through new experiences- while also loving the
practicality of DBT and the underlying charge of holding two truths simultaneously (example: I am trying my very best and I know I can do better).

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Allison fully believes in the power of playfulness and that “inputting” goodness is more essential than taking out what’s “bad.” In session, her hope is to facilitate conversations and experiences that stand in stark contrast to a client’s experience and way of speaking outside the session. Constantly pointing towards possibility and what can be. She sees her role as their counselor as one of a dreamer, showing what is possible, facilitating a safe space to feel and get anchored in the real rather than skate by wearing a mask and carrying the burden of denial.