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Allison Burrell

Empathic CBT-informed therapist for relationships and identity

LPC Texas

Experience
3 years in practice
Focus areas
LGBT, Relationship, Intimacy-related issues
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy
Languages
English, German
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About Allison

Allison Burrell is an LPC based in Texas who centers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside complementary approaches to help clients navigate relationship, intimacy, and identity concerns.

Background and approach

With three years of professional experience, she brings a practical, collaborative style that aims to clarify patterns of thinking and behavior while exploring deeper meaning and personal values.

She has worked with people facing LGBT and gender dysphoria issues, intimacy-related and relationship challenges, anger and impulse concerns, stress and anxiety, sleep problems, career transitions, and mood-related conditions such as bipolar disorder. Her additional focus areas include ADHD, compassion fatigue, communication difficulties, codependency, and needs related to autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Allison creates a nonjudgmental space for clients to express thoughts and feelings and partners with them to set realistic goals. She offers services in English and German and holds Texas licensure (TX LPC 86296).

Prospective clients are guided through a simple start process to match with her availability and choose an ongoing plan that fits their circumstances.

Approaches for Online Therapy and Practical Access



Allison integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which is often useful for anxiety, stress, sleep issues, and mood regulation. She also draws on Existential Therapy to explore questions of meaning, values, and identity, supporting clients who are navigating life transitions or deeper questions about purpose.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Allison works with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and needs, and adapts methods over time so therapy remains relevant and aligned with what matters most to the client.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These formats make it possible to maintain consistent therapeutic work from various locations and to select the interaction style that best supports each client's comfort and progress.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Allison address?
She works with a range of issues including LGBT concerns, relationship and intimacy problems, anger, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, sleep disturbances, career matters, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Allison uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside existential, Jungian, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative-informed perspectives to help clients explore thoughts, behaviors, and meaning.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of professional work experience supporting people with a variety of mental health and relationship concerns.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with license TX LPC 86296 and provides services from that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and German, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are offered?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing multiple ways to connect based on preference.
How is cost structured for therapy with her?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

LGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteem

Also works with

Stress, AnxietySleeping disordersCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English, German