Everyone has a personal story to tell about their life experiences including the challenges, tribulations and the successes. Therapy can be helpful to developing more insight and self awareness in regard to your personal story. I have first hand seen the benefits of participating as a client in therapy.

Meet Alison (She/Her): an empathetic, curious, inquisitive person

Clinical Experience:

Care Manager for a community mental health substance use clinic
MSW Intern for an outpatient psychiatry clinic with a hospital system
MSW Intern for a nonprofit substance use agency for parents with young children

Professional Licenses:

Texas - Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) License Number: 118339
North Carolina - Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate (LCSWA) License Number: P021726

Educational Background:

Master of Social Work (MSW): Direct Practice in Mental Health and Substance Use from University of Texas Arlington
Bachelor of Arts (BA): Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership, Public Policy Concentration from Salem College

With nearly a decade of experience across the social services and nonprofit sectors, Alison brings expertise in nonprofit management, case management, community outreach, and social entrepreneurship. She has collaborated with diverse stakeholders across sectors to strengthen community based resources and advance sustainable, equity driven initiatives. Alison is deeply committed to expanding access to mental health care, advancing social justice, promoting environmental sustainability, and supporting women’s empowerment intiatives.

Alison is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the State of Texas and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) in the State of North Carolina. She holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree with a concentration in Direct Practice in Mental Health and Substance Use from The University of Texas at Arlington. Alison also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership, with minors in Social Entrepreneurship and Political Science from Salem College located in Winston Salem, North Carolina. She is a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) organization.