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Cynthia Allison, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Cynthia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

FSA/HSA accepted
4.7 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Cynthia. View 27 reviews
Great news, Cynthia is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Alabama

Recent reviews

I thank Ms. Cynthia, for being understanding, a listening pair of ears, and most of all showing genuine concern.

Reviewed July 2023

She’s a great listener and offers helpful feedback

Reviewed September 2022

More about Cynthia

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Alabama with 10 years of experience in providing mental health and behavioral counseling in various setting various aspects of counseling. I have worked with individuals ages seven to adult with a variety of mental health/behavioral presenting issues such as depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, physical and sexual abuse, domestic violence and addiction, suicide assessment and prevention and many more. I approach the therapeutic relationship with a friendly manner and a warm atmosphere. Many individuals are afraid to seek therapeutic help because of fear. So, I seek to build a therapeutic relationship with friendly trust.

I have experience in providing individual counseling, family counseling, group counseling, mental health therapy, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention in the community, in homes and the prison setting. My therapy style is warm and friendly. I think that many individuals forgo meaningful help from therapy because of misconceptions and fear of sharing intimate details with a stranger.

I believe that everyone is unique and has the power of choice to make decisions to effect change in their lives. As such, I operate from the theoretical vantage points of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Reality Therapy Brief Solutions Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. These frameworks are not written in stone when in a therapeutic relationship with me. I am flexible and open to exploring with the client what has worked in the past for him or her.

Therapy sessions with me will be interactive. You can expect that I will listen to you. You can also expect that I will want to hear from you as an expert in yourself. We will work as a team to set your goals and objectives and plan to develop skills to effect change in your life.

I know it is not easy to seek therapy and that's why I create a friendly atmosphere in my sessions to address your specific issue (s). So, come on, let's talk about it and find the solution together. It does not matter if it's family issues, mental health issues, identity issues, or addiction issues. Together we can make it better and affect meaningful change in your life.

Specialties

Suicide Prevention

Depression

Anxiety

Grief and Loss

Bipolar

Schizophrenia

Addictions and Drug abuse

Also experienced in:

Crisis resolution, suicide assessment, and treatment, substance abuse prevention, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Self-image.

Specialties

Addictions Relationship issues Grief Self-esteem Depression Stress Anxiety LGBT Issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Body image Codependency Communication problems Drug and alcohol addiction Family problems Forgiveness HIV / AIDS Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Social anxiety and phobia

Insurance Accepted

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Cigna
  • Curative

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Cynthia Allison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760997662.

  • LPC · Alabama · LPC03697 · Renews July 2028

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Cynthia Allison

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.7

27 reviews

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Clients say:

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I thank Ms. Cynthia, for being understanding, a listening pair of ears, and most of all showing genuine concern.

Reviewed July 2023

She’s a great listener and offers helpful feedback

Reviewed September 2022

I have absolutely loved my time with Cynthia. She makes me feel seen, heard, and understood. I have benefitted greatly from our sessions and I am so grateful for Cynthia!!!

Reviewed August 2022

I enjoy the way Cynthia makes me look at life situations in a different way. She challenges me to think more.

Reviewed August 2022

I love the relationship that Cynthia and I have built. I have not been able to book our regular sessions due to a hectic schedule, but she still sends meaningful and caring messages to me. Cynthia is very supportive during an especially crazy time in life.

Reviewed February 2022

Cynthia got me through the worst of times and stayed consistent. Thank you for helping me.

Reviewed January 2022

Cynthia has been a great help to me offering constructive feedback, listening to me, and asking me all the right questions.

Reviewed January 2022

In the few sessions I've had with Cynthia I've been able to set in motion personal growth and confidence in myself. I look forward to each session.

Reviewed December 2021

Cynthia, has been great in helping me over some issues I have with letting people treat me poorly, she has helped me gain the confidence I need to stand up for myself!

Reviewed November 2021

I have loved my time with Cynthia. Our sessions are so meaningful and I can really feel myself improving as a result. Cynthia makes me feel validated with my feelings and she always has the right thing to say.

Reviewed November 2021

BH is is amazing

Reviewed September 2021

Cynthia has been very helpful. She provides great tools for me to use in everyday life and has helped me work through many issues.

Reviewed September 2021

Amazing she can open you up to stuff

Reviewed August 2021

Amazing, so glad I was paired with her

Reviewed July 2021

Cynthia is so warm and welcoming. I love talking with Cynthia. She is so reassuring and makes me feel very comfortable.

Reviewed June 2021

Cynthia listen and gave great recommendations looking forward to my next call.

Reviewed June 2021

So thankful for Cynthia. I was feeling stuck when we met and after conversations with her, I feel a sense of clarity and empowerment to make the changes I need to make in my life.

Reviewed June 2021

Cynthia is nice. I feel like she listens to me and gives me good feed back.

Reviewed June 2021

My sessions with Cynthia have put me at ease. She allows me to think straight, process my thoughts, and verbalize my feelings. She’s been helpful.

Reviewed May 2021

She really listens and offer great tools to use for my issues at hand. She provides a plethora of useful resources in addition to the great therapy she provides.

Reviewed May 2021

Cynthia listens empathically and responds with well reasoned follow up questions and suggestions for improving relationship communication.

Reviewed March 2021

Cynthia is knowledgeable of what I wanted to talk about. She kind and friendly, works with your schedule and she is professional.

Reviewed March 2021

She encouraged me and lead me to the right mind. I like her strong spirit and kindness. I was able to think things in the big picture.

Reviewed March 2021

Cynthia has improved me & my mind and my life - greatly.

Reviewed February 2021

Working with Cynthia gave me the ability to get an outside perspective on my work anxiety. I felt like I finally was meeting with someone who could give me concrete steps to make changes in areas where I have been struggling. It was wonderful to work with her!

Reviewed February 2021

Cynthia has been very inspiring and reassuring to me through one of the scariest life changes I've been through to date. When I first connected with her I was in a state of extreme anxiety, depression, and confusion. I could not see things clearly, the ways in which I could get out of the situation I was in, or survive going through it. I was literally lost in darkness. Cynthia has been patient, responsive, compassionate, heard my concerns, and kept being a reference point for me through my panic. She somehow turned on the lights in my mind by also being proactive and constructively challenging my negative perceptions and self-defeating thinking. Within the space of three weeks, Cynthia was able to find the best strategies to help me identify why I was feeling as I was and helped me with a number of strategies not just to cope but to further overcome. I'm feeling more hopeful and confident to face my challenges now. Her constant support encouraged me to be more self-reliant, self-aware and ultimately made me feel like I could take back control. Thanks, Cynthia for everything!

Reviewed August 2020

I havent beem working with Cynthia very long, nor even attending therapy for that matter, so my expertise on the subject, i imagine, would be rather acute. However, she is very professional and even more importantly a very reciving listener. Never has she invalidated my feelings, or neglected my opinions, and i believe those qualities alone make her more than suited to help me unpack my trauma and past. I am very thankful our paths crossed.

Reviewed August 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Cynthia Allison offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Cynthia Allison works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Cynthia Allison speak?

Cynthia Allison speaks English.

How many years of experience does Cynthia Allison have?

Cynthia Allison has 10 years of experience.

Where is Cynthia Allison licensed to practice?

Cynthia Allison is licensed to practice in Alabama.

Does Cynthia Allison accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Cynthia Allison accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.

Does Cynthia Allison accept insurance?

Yes, Cynthia Allison accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna, and Curative.

Does Cynthia Allison accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Cynthia Allison does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Cynthia Allison offer?

Cynthia Allison offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Cynthia Allison?

Cynthia Allison can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Cynthia Allison?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

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