Meet Alison
Im Alison, ASW #117550
Supervised by Ashley Cox, LMFT #91052
Hi! I'm Alison, an Associate Clinical Social Worker dedicated to providing compassionate support to individuals facing life’s challenges. I have worked at the community college level, supporting students from diverse backgrounds and with a variety of challenges. I believe in creating a supportive therapeutic environment where individuals can explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in a safe space. I am skilled in EMDR and DBT methods that allow clients to learn new ways to regulate their nervous system and heal from all forms of trauma.
My eclectic modality allows me to tailor my approach to the unique needs of each person I work with. I am particularly fond of working with other young women seeking to find breakthrough and healing in the early stages of adulthood.
I help college-aged and young women heal from trauma, depression, attachment injuries and relationship issues.
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EMDR is a powerful and effective method to help the brain and body reprocess disturbing memories in a way that creates new and healthy ways of thinking and feeling.
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Do you find that you need strategies to:
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overcome intense anxiety?
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reduce depression?
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heal from traumatic memories or experiences?
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recover from a difficult or neglectful relationship?​
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process grief and loss that will not let go?
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"Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer"
~Romans 12:12
About Alison
I earned my Master of Social Work degree from San Diego State University and am skilled in utilizing evidence-based techniques to foster healing and growth in my clients. I have specialized training in evidence-based approaches, including formal training in EMDR and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
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My professional journey has been characterized by a passion for serving under-served and under-represented populations struggling with mental health issues. I have extensive experience supporting adults and college-aged students dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and stage of life changes.
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I am warm, dedicated to mental health advocacy, and committed to providing unwavering support throughout individuals’ mental health journeys. If you are looking for a passionate, trauma-informed therapist, I invite you to set up a session with me today.
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Education & Credentials
Skills & Populations
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College-age women and young women
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Attachment Injury
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Anxiety
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Depression
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EMDR
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DBT
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Grief
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Christian Counseling
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Masters of Arts degree in Social Work from San Diego State University - 2023
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Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology and Communications from University of California at Davis - 2019
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EMDR Basic Training (50 hours) - 2023
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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Foundations Training - 2025
Contact Us
4305 Gesner St., Suite 215
San Diego, CA. 92117
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Parking in front
Easy freeway access off Clairemont Dr from 5 freeway