Alison specializes in working with various types of trauma including motor vehicle accidents, domestic violence, physical and sexual abuse, crime victims, first responders and grief. She is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), an evidence-based treatment for trauma and other disorders.
Alison also works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), stress, life transitions, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), social skills, panic attacks, emotional regulation, work stress, burnout, and relationship issues.
Alison has experience using play therapy techniques where she uses art, games, toys and miniatures to help her young clients work through difficult emotions in a fun and interactive way. She also uses CBT therapy, motivational interviewing and EMDR to help clients understand the connections between their thoughts, feelings and behaviours in order to gain self-awareness, process emotions, take meaningful action, and find greater satisfaction in life.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
EMDR Therapy
Feminist Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Person Centered Therapy
Play Therapy
More About Alison
Alison is passionate about life-long learning and always open to trying something new. She loves spending time with her husband, close friends and cat Rio. She enjoys skiing, travelling, hosting events, and listening to live music.
Not sure who can help you? You can either fill out the form to be matched to a therapist that specializes in your unique situation or give us a call at (403) 588-7639.
