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Board Certified Licensed Master of Social Work

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Who I Help:

  • Children (ages 3+)

  • Teens

  • Young Adults

Areas of Focus:

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Trauma

  • Spirituality

  • Foster Care & Adoption

  • Self Harm

  • Self Worth

How I Work:

  • Play and Sandtray Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Art Therapy

  • Neuropsychotherapy

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

  • Brainspotting

  • Trauma Informed Therapy

  • Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

“In a world that often feels uncertain and overwhelming, Allie is deeply passionate about walking alongside individuals as they navigate their emotions and personal journeys. Her goal is to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you feel safe to show up as your authentic self. In therapy, we celebrate progress in all forms, from the smallest steps forward to the biggest breakthroughs (with some laughter and tears along the way). She believes that every step toward healing matters.”

Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here.

My name is Allie Raymond, and I am a Board Certified Licensed Master Social Worker who specializes in counseling for children, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, and life’s challenges of growing up in an often unpredictable world.

My passion for this work grew from my own experience in therapy as a teenager. During a season when life felt overwhelming and isolating, therapy became a place where I found understanding, hope, and healing. That experience shaped my calling to become a therapist so I could support young people and families walking through similar challenges.

I understand how vulnerable it can feel to reach out for help, whether you are a parent worried about your child or a young person trying to make sense of difficult emotions or circumstance. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported as a whole person, not just defined by the challenges they bring into the room.

It is a genuine honor to walk alongside individuals and families as they discover their strength, build resilience, and move toward healing and growth.

My Story:

Individuals often reach out when they feel stuck in the same place or unsure of where to go next, while parents often reach out when they notice their child struggling in ways they’re not sure how to help.

I frequently hear things like:

“I can’t do it.”
“Nothing matters anymore.”
“Why is this happening to me?”
“My child seems anxious all the time.”
“I just want my child to feel like themselves again.”

Watching your child struggle with anxiety, depression, low confidence, or overwhelming emotions can feel heartbreaking and confusing. Many parents feel unsure of what to do next.

Therapy can provide a supportive space where children and teens learn to understand their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and build confidence within themselves. I work with young people who may feel stuck, overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure how to express what they’re going through.

Through a balance of compassionate listening and practical tools, I help clients:

  • Understand and express their emotions

  • Develop coping skills and language for their feelings and experiences

  • Build confidence and self-esteem

  • Strengthen emotional regulation

  • Navigate life transitions and challenges

  • Grow in resilience and emotional awareness

My goal is to help clients move from feeling overwhelmed by their emotions to feeling empowered to navigate life with greater confidence, hope, and language. 

I believe therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process. Every child, teen, and family has a unique story, and counseling should reflect that.

In our work together, I draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches to support each client’s needs. Therapy is collaborative, meaning your voice and feedback are always welcome throughout the process. You are the expert on your life, and my role is to provide guidance, encouragement, and practical tools along the way.

My hope is to provide a space where clients can safely process difficult emotions, develop healthy coping strategies, and move forward with renewed confidence and hope.

At the heart of my work is the belief that meaningful change happens when people feel safe, supported, and understood.

How I Work:

Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy staying active, serving at church, and spending meaningful time with friends and family. I love exploring local coffee shops, spending quality time with friends, and finding small moments of joy in everyday life. You can often find me doing a new craft, reading, playing pickleball, or doing something active. At home, I enjoy time with my animals while watching the newest season of a binge worthy show. I also find peace in spending time outdoors through walks in nature. These moments often provide space for reflection and gratitude as I notice the ways God is present in the rhythms of everyday life.

About Allie:

Qualifications:

  • B.A. from Samford University in Human Development and Family Science

  • Master of Social Work from Samford University 

  • School of Discipleship Graduate, The Square Church

  • Board Certified Licensed Master of Social Work 

  • TF-CBT Trained

  • Trained in Brainspotting

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