Allison Riley (she/her)

I specialize in helping clients heal from abuse and trauma, experiences that are complex or hard to talk about. I'm fully trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Tom Zimmerman's Four Blinks Flash Technique — both of which are powerful, revolutionary methods that help the brain re-process painful memories without doing much talking. My goal is to create a calm, grounded space where you can heal on your own terms.

I help clients navigate anxiety in all its forms — from constant worry and overthinking to panic attacks and obsessive-compulsive patterns. I use evidence-based approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support clients in building tools to manage anxious thoughts, regulate their nervous system, and find relief from debilitating fear.

I support clients who are struggling with depression, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. With a background in crisis intervention, I offer a steady, nonjudgmental space for you to heal. Whether you're feeling numb, overwhelmed, or lost in negative thought spirals, our work together can help you reconnect with a sense of hope, purpose, and self-compassion. You don’t have to go through this alone. I'm here with you.

I’m fully trained by The Institute of Creative Mindfulness, an EMDRIA-approved organization. I use this approach to help clients open the door to lasting relief from traumatic experiences. I offer a fully customizable experience and allow you to take healing at your own pace. Unlike many, I offer unique adaptations for clients with complex trauma, those who have trouble with visualization exercises, and neurodivergent clients.

Did you know that therapists are ethically required to be flexible in their therapeutic approach? That's because there is no one-size-fits-all path to healing. Every person is unique, and therapy should reflect that. I combine several approaches - ACT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, relational therapy, among others, to tailor each session to your specific needs and goals.

Being a trauma-focused therapist means I’m passionate about helping people heal from experiences that have left lasting emotional pain. I understand that some traumas are deeply complex, interwoven with the fabric of our being. I’m fully trained in EMDR and Tom Zimmerman’s Four Blinks Flash Technique - both are methods that support deep healing without retraumatization. I invite you to bring your whole self to sessions - you don't have to carry your story alone.

I support clients who are struggling with depression, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. With a background in crisis intervention, I offer a calm, nonjudgmental space where you can heal on your own terms. Whether you're feeling numb, overwhelmed, or lost in negative thought spirals, our work together can help you reconnect with a sense of hope and meaning. You don’t have to go through this alone. I am here with you.

I specialize in helping clients heal from abuse and trauma, including experiences that are complex and seem to be tangled into all aspects of life. I'm fully trained in EMDR and Tom Zimmerman's Four Blinks Flash Technique, ground-breaking methods that allow the brain to re-process and heal from painful memories without doing much talking. I invite you to bring your entire self to sessions. You don't have to carry your story alone.