Alyson Sandoval

My communication style

I provide a safe and relaxing environment that feels peaceful and supportive. I convey empathy in each session and believe you are an expert in your own life. I lean towards an open-ended approach so the issues most pertinent to you can be included.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have wanted to be a therapist since high school due to my interest in and care for people and the helping profession. I have always had natural calm and communicative skills. I fell in love with working with teens and have also loved working with adults. It is such a joy to work with others on the journey of self-growth and learning.

My goals for you

I believe it is important to discuss some general goals at the very beginning of our time together in order to have a plan moving forward. I believe in setting specific and attainable goals, but I am also comfortable working within general themes of growth if your goal is to have a safe space to share and process life as a whole.

Our first session

My goal is to get to know you as a whole. We're still getting to know each other, and I don't expect all the most vulnerable parts shared right away. I hope to understand your therapy goals or priority topics, and get a better sense of who you are in terms of family, hobbies, personality, and values.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Christian