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Allison Kent

Therapist(she/her)
15 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Over the past 15 years, I have worked in nonprofit, education, protective services, and mental health. I have particular experience with navigating chronic illnesses, disabilities and sexuality. I have had Type 1 Diabetes for over 30 years. I also use American Sign Language.

I have been employed by Goodwill Human Services, University of Pittsburgh, UC Berkeley, LA County Children & Family Services. I have also worked in food service, retail, adult entertainment, and summer camps.

My approach to therapy

My clinical modality is fairly straightforward. I talk to people like they are people. I listen and ask questions. I will work to help you explore challenging patterns, unmet needs, and relationships to better identify ways to create new, healthier behaviors.

What you can expect from me

I hope you come away from our time together with a better understanding of who you are, and what you need and want.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Direct, Challenging

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    15 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of California, Los Angeles, MEd (Master of Education) at University of Pittsburgh
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
  • Licensed in
    California
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    American Sign Language, English