Alison Gary, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Alison is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Alison is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New Jersey
More about Alison
- 13 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am so glad you’re investing in your mental health, and I’d be honored to support you on that journey. My approach is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused, grounded in evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness. I work with clients experiencing PTSD, anxiety, OCD, mood disorders, and more, including LGBTQIA+ individuals and trauma survivors. I encourage learning between sessions to help you grow with confidence. I look forward to working together!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (COE)
- Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Prolonged Exposure
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Alison Gary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275483430.
- LPC · New Jersey · 37PC00468900 · Renews November 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
Frequently asked questions
Does Alison Gary offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Alison Gary works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Alison Gary speak?
Alison Gary speaks English.
How many years of experience does Alison Gary have?
Alison Gary has 13 years of experience.
Where is Alison Gary licensed to practice?
Alison Gary is licensed to practice in New Jersey.
Does Alison Gary accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Alison Gary 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 Alison Gary accept insurance?
Yes, Alison Gary accepts Aetna, Centivo, and Cigna.
Does Alison Gary accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Alison Gary 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 [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Alison Gary offer?
Alison Gary offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Alison Gary?
Just tap the BOOK 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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.