At a glance
- Credentials
- LPCC
- License
- LPCC, Ohio / E.0008353
- NPI
- 1487872818
- Experience
- 17 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Ohio
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Goal-focused care
- Trauma aware
- Skills-based
About Allison
Allison Metz is an Ohio-based licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) with 17 years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, anger, relationship and family struggles, and parenting concerns. She also supports those coping with sleep problems, bipolar mood swings, postpartum challenges, and trauma-related issues.
Allison pulls from straightforward, goal-oriented methods in sessions. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior. She also incorporates dialectical behavior skills for managing intense emotions and Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change.
She trained at John Carroll University in Cleveland, Ohio, earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in community counseling. Her background includes private practice, a medical family health center, community agencies, and residential treatment settings. That range has shaped a practical style that aims to meet people where they are.
In sessions Allison works with parents, caregivers, and individuals across a wide span of life stages. She has experience supporting toddlers through adults, and she often addresses family-of-origin issues, blended family stresses, and caregiver burnout. Her approach is collaborative and paced to each person’s goals.
People who choose Allison can expect clear, actionable steps between sessions. She blends skill teaching with problem-solving and short-term strategies. The focus is on manageable change that fits everyday life.
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How approaches like CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing translate online
Allison uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, then practices new responses to reduce symptoms and improve daily routines. This method can be useful for anxiety, depression, panic, sleep problems, and mood issues.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy focuses on teaching specific skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. It can help people who experience intense emotions, relationship conflict, or repeated crises. Motivational Interviewing is a conversational style that helps people clarify their own reasons for change and build motivation in a practical way.
Deciding which approach to use is a team effort. Allison will work together with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, pace, and preferences. That can mean trying skills-based work one week and motivational conversations the next, adjusting as progress and needs evolve.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Many people find remote sessions helpful because they can fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the therapist when you schedule to find the best session rhythm for everyday life. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesAdditional focus areas
AbandonmentBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issuesTherapeutic approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyExperience
17+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Allison help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, relationship and family problems, parenting strain, sleep issues, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She uses practical, goal-oriented methods like cognitive behavioral tools, dialectical behavior skills, and Motivational Interviewing to help people set goals and build daily coping skills.
What is her professional background?
She has 17 years of clinical experience across private practice, medical family health centers, community agencies, and residential treatment settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an Ohio licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) practicing in Ohio.
Can I work with her if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
Do you offer sessions for international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Allison?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.
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