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Online therapist

Alison Gamez

Compassionate support for family and life changes

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Credentials
LPC
Experience
19 years
Licensed in
Arizona
Languages
English, Spanish
Format
Online sessions

About Alison

Alison Gamez is a licensed professional counselor in Arizona who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, and relationship concerns. She speaks English and Spanish and has 19 years of professional experience. Alison focuses on practical ways to cope with life changes, grief, parenting challenges, intimacy issues, and self-esteem struggles.

Alison creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can speak honestly about what matters most to them. Sessions are aimed at identifying small, doable steps that ease daily pressure.

Background and approach

She listens first, then works with each person to build a plan that fits their life and goals. Her approach draws on client-centered methods that prioritize the person’s perspective. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help change unhelpful thoughts and Solution-Focused techniques to set clear short-term goals.

These methods are used to address problems like addiction, codependency, blended family tensions, and cultural or immigration-related stress. Alison has experience supporting people through divorce and separation, domestic violence recovery, financial and career worries, infidelity and jealousy, and personality-related concerns. She aims to help clients rebuild stability and find clearer direction during transitions.

People who choose Alison can expect practical guidance delivered with warmth and respect. She partners with each client to figure out what moves will make life feel more manageable. The work is collaborative and paced to the individual’s needs.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Alison uses client-centered therapy to prioritize each person’s experience and needs. This approach focuses on listening carefully and reflecting what matters most to the client, which helps build trust and clarify goals.

She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with more realistic, useful thinking. CBT is often used for stress, anxiety, and behavior patterns tied to addiction or relationship conflict.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Alison will talk with each client about their needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest methods that fit. Together they try approaches and adjust the plan based on what works best for the client.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people juggling family, work, or other demands. Video calls provide face-to-face interaction, phone sessions let people connect when video isn’t possible, and live chat or text-based messaging can suit those who prefer shorter, in-the-moment check-ins. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while fitting into a busy life.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Solution-Focused Therapy

Rather than examining the problem at length, this looks at what is already working and builds on it. Sessions tend to be practical and forward-looking, with small achievable steps, which translates readily to shorter online conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Alison address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family problems, parenting, grief, intimacy issues, self-esteem, career concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include blended family issues, codependency, domestic violence, immigration concerns, and personality-related problems.
What is Alison's general approach in session?
She creates a nonjudgmental space and listens first to understand each person’s needs. Then she uses client-centered conversation, CBT techniques, and solution-focused steps to set practical goals.
How much experience does Alison have?
Alison has 19 years of professional experience working with a range of family, relationship, and addiction-related concerns. That experience informs a practical, down-to-earth style.
What are Alison's credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC, credential AZ LPC LPC-13402, and she practices in Arizona.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish to accommodate bilingual clients.
How are sessions delivered?
Therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference. These formats allow for flexible ways to meet.
What does therapy with Alison cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin therapy with Alison?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability. The process helps pair you with the right fit.

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Experience
19 years
Licensed
Arizona
Languages
English, Spanish

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