Michael Allison, Psychotherapist in Seattle, 98105

Michael R. Allison, MA, LMHC

Profession(s):
Psychotherapy, Counseling, Counseling Psychology
License Status:
I'm a licensed professional.
Primary License:
Washington State Mental Health Counselor

My Approach to Helping

My approach to counseling and psychotherapy is informed by relational, psychodynamic theory. I believe attention, exploration and interpretation of the therapeutic relationship has the greatest potential for meaningful, long-lasting change. I am interested in helping people develop a more authentic sense of their selves and their relationships to others, greater flexibility in their understanding of both internal and external events, and greater creativity in their approach to life. I do my best to meet the individual needs of each client, allowing their priorities and way of working to co-determine our approach and collaboration.

More Info About My Practice

My specialization working with adjustment to chronic physical health issues, especially diabetes developed out of my own experience with this condition since the age of 12. This experience in concert with the study of adjustment issues in connection with chronic illness inform both my work with clients struggling with chronic health issues, and consultation with parents and partners struggling to effectively support them.

Services I Provide

Individual Therapy & Counseling
Marriage, Couples, or Relationship Counseling
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Consultation

Ages I Work With

Children
Teens
Adults
Elders

Languages I Speak

English

Groups I Work With

Adjustment issues for people with Diabetes, and other chronic physical health issues. Consultation for parents with children having these adjustment issues. Adolescent identity issues and parenting adolescents.