Alison Culp, LCSW — Therapist in New York

Hi there, I'm Alison!

I specialize in treating adults with anxiety, depression, family conflict, and relationship issues. I combine several approaches to treatment, including CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, attachment-based, and strengths-based. I tailor my approach to each individual client based on your needs.

My focus

I specialize in treating adults with anxiety, depression, family conflict, and relationship issues. I also utilize inner child work and re-parenting approaches when appropriate to help clients address unmet needs, rebuild self-esteem, and establish self-trust.

My approach

I approach psychotherapy by meeting you where you are at without judgment. I integrate a combination of therapeutic modalities, including but not limited to CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, attachment-based, and strengths-based. I tailor my approach to each individual client based on their individual needs.

My communication style

I communicate during therapy using an upbeat tone. My tone can also be soft in offering emotional support. My demeanor is empathic and supportive. I will utilize active listening through each session to build trust and establish rapport.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was drawn to become a therapist based on my own experiences with depression, anxiety, and family trauma. I have received training in Substance Use Disorders, Intergenerational Trauma, Trauma-Focused CBT, Narrative Therapy, Eating Disorders, and Mental Health First Aid.

My goals for you

Successful care and progress can look like mood improvement, making positive changes, beginning to identify and meet unmet needs from their past, challenging unhelpful patterns, and setting healthy boundaries.

Our first session

I conduct my first session by getting to know you and building rapport. We will spend time gaining information about your social history. We will explore what brings you into therapy today and define the goals you have regarding your treatment to ensure we are a good fit.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Compassion Focused

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Body Positivity

LGBTQIA+

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Ascension-SmartHealth
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from State University of New York, Albany.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Alison Culp