Allison Spencer, LCSW, Clinical Director of Scottsdale, Clinical Supervisor

Welcome! With over 20 years of general mental health counseling experience, working with children, teenagers and adults, in various settings, I decided to start this group practice in the summer of 2021.  We continue to grow as being one of the leading mental health outpatient counseling practices in the valley.  I ensure that all of my counselors on my team feel as though they are completely supported and equipped with the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to provide a high level of care to all clients we serve.  The practice is held to a high standard both professionally and ethically.  My therapists all hold a Master's Degrees and they all have specialized, advanced trainings in areas of their interests.  No matter what you are going through, we are sure to have someone on our team who can help!   I graduated in 2007 with my Masters in Social Work from Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri.  We would gladly welcome you to begin with us!

I am a compassionate and dedicated counselor with a true passion for helping individuals navigate their mental health journeys. I began my career in mental health in 2019, working in crisis stabilization, where I developed a deep commitment to providing support during times of acute distress. Since then, my passion for this work has only grown.  I specialize in working with teens (14+) and adults, helping individuals with a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, personality disorders, ADHD, PTSD, anger management, lack of meaning, and substance abuse. My therapeutic approach integrates a variety of modalities, including EMDR, mindfulness-based practices, humanistic-existential therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).   I view healing as a process of learning to observe, accept, and respond to our emotions. In my practice, I provide a safe, compassionate space where we can gently reflect on your struggles and explore what may be causing your distress. My goal is to help you gain understanding, foster resilience, and create meaningful change in your life.  I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Montana State University and a Master's degree  in Counseling, which I completed in 2023. I am deeply committed to your growth and am  honored to walk with you on your journey toward healing.  

Hi and Welcome!  I have a passion for working with teenagers and adults with Autism, ADHD and Gender Transitioning.  I also help with depression, anxiety, substance addiction, trauma and self-esteem issues.  I am LGBTQIA+ allied and a gender affirming care therapist.  I have over 5 years of counseling experience, working in a homeless shelter and community mental health.  My treatment approaches include Talk Therapy, EMDR, CBT and DBT. I am committed to providing my clients with a safe and supportive environment to process their emotions and work through any roadblocks they may encounter.  You will find that I am easy to talk to and provide safety and support.  I graduated with both my Bachelor's and Masters degree in Social Work from Arizona State University. I welcome the opportunity to work with you!

Welcome! I have over 2 years of counseling experience working with children, teenagers, families, and young adults. If you are experiencing symptoms of Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Anger, Depression, Grief, Oppositional Defiance, Self-Esteem Problems, Self-Harming Behavior, Stress, Suicidal Ideations, Insomnia, and PTSD, then I would love to help. I am trained in using CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts Therapy, IFS, and ACT. I believe that all individuals are their own experts in their life and I strive to serve as a guide to help and support everyone through their journey. I am here to hold hope and compassion for those I work with, especially at times when it’s hard to do that for yourself. I offer a space that is nonjudgmental, safe, empathetic and caring, while also helping you learn new coping skills to manage any of your challenges. You will find that I am easy to talk to, warm, and friendly.  I have advanced training in Autism. I graduated from Arizona State University in 2023 with my Master’s Degree in Counseling and received my Bachelor’s in Psychology from California State University in Sacramento. I’m looking forward to meeting you! 

Welcome! I specialize in working with children ages 6+, adolescents, adults, and elderly who struggle with anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, self-esteem, relationships, trauma, and grief and loss. I believe in walking with my clients through their difficult moments, building coping skills, and promoting a healthy mental health lifestyle. I have previously worked in corrections as a transitional counselor in a treatment community, a traveling therapist around the valley for clients in assisted living and group homes, and as a community mental health therapist. I have completed trainings in CBT and DBT, and I utilize these techniques along with talk therapy. I completed my undergraduate education in Social Work at the University of Wyoming and my graduate degree in Social Work at Boise State University.  I am looking forward to working with you.

Hello!  I have over five years of experience working with teenagers and adults. My specialties include helping my clients who present with Autism Spectrum Disorders, gender identity, including transgender, suicidal ideation, self-harming, ADHD, sex and pornography addiction, family relationship problems, and major life changes. My therapeutic approaches I use include supportive counseling, person-centered, strengths-based and trauma informed. I am a gender affirming therapist.  I also provide couples counseling. I am Gottman level one certified which means I can help you with sex and intimacy issues. I am LGBTQ allied.  I provide DBT, CBT and trauma-focused therapy to help manage past, present or future stressors.

I grew up in Washington and received a double major in Psychology and Law & Justice. I then moved to Phoenix where I received my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I offer a safe and nonjudgmental space to process anything troubling, help you make sense of it and work towards a lifestyle that is fulfilling.