Have you ever said to yourself, “I just can’t take it anymore.” Have you felt so overwhelmed that you can’t remember when you felt at peace? Do you find yourself in a toxic relationship after a toxic relationship? Do your thoughts keep you up at night? Are you stuck in a relationship, but can’t seem to navigate your way out? Does it seem that everyone around you is living their best life, but you? If you answered yes to any of these questions let me be of service to you. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor under supervision in the Augusta, GA areas with 5 years of experience. I am an Air Force veteran. After my military contract was completed. I became a Department of Defense employee for 10 years taking care of our nation's heroes. I earned a Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Phoenix and a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I am a mother of three. My youngest son was born with Congenital Heart Disease. This experience has made me understand how to properly deal with life stressors that are completely out of one’s control.
I have a considerable amount of experience working with diverse populations to include but not limited to: individual, couples, anxiety, depression, adjustment, self-esteem, anger, grief and loss, communication, personality disorders, parenting, divorce, sexual abuse, trauma, PTSD and military culture.
My therapeutic orientation includes Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I often incorporate Creative Therapy Techniques such as art, creative writing, poetry, and music. Nonetheless, I will collaborate with you to develop a treatment plan specific to your needs. We will work together to develop the skills necessary not only to help you manage but thrive in your daily life. Let’s meet!
I have experience in helping clients with lgbt-related issues, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Jungian Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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HEALER!!! She is truly a blessing and I’m so forever grateful that she is my therapist. She gets to know you deeply to get you to the real. You will cry because you need to. After every session I feel so empowered and always supported! She cares and remembers everything. I love her!!!!
Written on Jan 12, 2026 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Alison is awesome. I feel understood and feel as if we're working through things together. Alison's exercises she provided me with worked really well for me. I thought Alison's approach and analysis of what I wanted to work through were very thoughtful.
Written on Jan 06, 2026 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Alison has been amazing! Alison is everything a therapist should be. I'm checked in on regularly, I feel like my issues are understood, and I'm provided the tools to help through situations that are triggering. I really like the approach to therapy and enjoy, using various methods to help me see situations through a different lense. Thank you!
Written on Jan 05, 2026 after therapy with Alison for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and self esteem
Alison is the best! She listens, offers comfort, and offers ways to tackle things I'm experiencing. She has the ability to redirect when I'm off track and has a plethora of knowledge and tools. Whether it's coloring, yoga, playing with toys, drawing, etc. She has a tool to help you become your best self. She is a GREAT safe space.
Written on Dec 10, 2025 after therapy with Alison for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
She is amazing
Written on Nov 26, 2025 after therapy with Alison for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coaching
She is very good so far and make sure you r understanding what you are saying
Written on Oct 20, 2025 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief