Roger Allen

I’ve spent more than 30 years working with people from all different walks of life, and one thing I’ve learned is that most people don’t come to therapy because everything is going well. Sometimes it’s anger that has started getting in the way of relationships, sometimes it’s substance use, trauma, anxiety, or simply feeling like you keep ending up in the same place. Whatever brings you in, I want to understand your story and what’s happening in your life before we decide where to go from there.

My approach is straightforward and collaborative. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and other tools depending on what makes sense for you, but I don’t believe therapy should feel like someone sitting across from you telling you what to do. I’ll ask questions, challenge you when I think it can help, and work with you to understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck. My years of experience have taught me that meaningful change starts with being able to have an honest conversation without feeling judged.

In our first session, I’m interested in hearing what brought you in, but I also want to understand the bigger picture. We’ll talk about what has been going on, what you’ve already tried, and what you would like to be different. You don’t need to come in with the right words or have everything figured out. My job is to listen, help you make sense of what you’re dealing with, and work with you on realistic steps that can actually fit into your life.