Allison Crotwell, LICSW

Client-centered support for meaningful change

CBT and DBT skills
Stress anxiety and depression
Relationships parenting and grief

About Allison Crotwell

Allison Crotwell is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 23 years of experience providing therapy in a range of inpatient and outpatient settings. She supports adults facing concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, parenting difficulties, career concerns, and life transitions. She also has extensive experience working with symptoms and behaviors related to obsessive-compulsive disorders and attention difficulties, including ADD and ADHD.

Her work is grounded in a client-centered perspective that emphasizes each person’s strengths and practical next steps. Allison draws from multiple evidence-based approaches to help clients clarify what matters most, identify what is getting in the way, and build a treatment plan aligned with their goals. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she helps clients explore the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, with attention to patterns that can reinforce unhelpful beliefs or self-defeating actions. With Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), she supports skill-building in mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation to help clients respond more effectively to intense emotions and challenging situations.

Allison recognizes that reaching out for support takes courage and sustained effort. She aims to provide steady encouragement and practical tools so clients can move toward a more meaningful and satisfying life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesDepression ADHD

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Allison Crotwell have?

Allison Crotwell has 23 years of experience providing therapy in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Is Allison Crotwell a licensed therapist?

Yes. Allison Crotwell is a licensed therapist and holds the credential LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker). Her license is AL LICSW 1831C.

In which languages does Allison Crotwell provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Allison Crotwell located?

Allison Crotwell is located in Alabama.

How can I work with Allison Crotwell as my therapist?

You can work with Allison Crotwell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.

Does Allison Crotwell work with international clients?

No. Allison Crotwell does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Allison Crotwell cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Practical tools and flexible online support

Allison Crotwell integrates evidence-based approaches that can translate well to online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It can be especially helpful for concerns like anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions by identifying patterns that keep people stuck and practicing new ways of responding.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skill-building for real life situations, including mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. This approach can support clients who want more steadiness when emotions run high, as well as people working on relationships, communication, and coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Allison works collaboratively with clients to understand what they want to change, what has or has not helped before, and which tools best fit their goals and preferences. The focus stays practical and personalized, with room to adjust as needs evolve.

Online therapy adds flexibility and access while still allowing meaningful, consistent work with a licensed professional. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into busy schedules and keep momentum between sessions.

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