Meet our Clinicians

Allison specializes in working with your older teen and transitional age adult. Those that are starting to think about what’s next, what college, what job and supporting them and their families through that transition. She also works with the high achieving adult that is trying to balance it all; navigating work expectations, family and the self.

Your teen might feel overwhelmed, burnout, isolated and confused on what they want for their future, all while trying to manage the here and now of AP classes, extracurricular activities and social commitments. Allison is knowledgable about the competitiveness and rigor associated with Poway USD schools and is able to help teens to create a plan to achieve goals.

Things have changed and parents are at a loss of how to communicate with their teen, how much responsibility to give and when to push them towards their full potential or when to let them experience natural consequences. Allison helps parents cope with their own feelings, so they can show up and communicate with their teen by learning their language, all while still maintaining appropriate boundaries and structure.

Additionally, Allison knows first hand how it can feel to struggle with perfectionism and neurodivergence as a parent and entrepreneur. It can be overwhelming to attempt to balance your expectations of yourself in both roles. Allison can help you develop a more helpful narrative about this identity that includes compassion and flexibility.

If you’ve had it and are ready to flip the script, then Allison is a good fit for you. She works well with those that are focused and motivated towards goals and desire a strong and supportive guide. Fill out the contact form and we will respond within 48-hours to schedule your 15-minute complimentary phone consultation.

Adolescence is just one big walking pimple. ~ Carol Burnett

Middle school and high school are exciting times of our lives, marked by identity exploration, experimentation, and formation. And yet, they can also be some of the most stressful and overwhelming times of life — full of uncertainty, new expectations, and neverending pressure. 

There comes a point where it just feels like too much. 

That’s when grades begin to slip, extracurricular activities start to drain us, and our relationships with friends and family suffer, leaving us feeling isolated, lonely and misunderstood. 

That’s when Brittany is here to help.

Brittany specializes in working with preteens and teens, ages 12-16, who are navigating the academic, social, relational, and formative challenges of middle school and high school. Her clients include those experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm, ADHD, PTSD, family conflict, stress/burnout, adjustment disorder and others. 

Brittany's background in case management, museum education, and arts administration, allows her to pull from diverse experiences in order to gain valuable insights into the impact of creative expression on personal growth. While she has worked with children, adolescents/teens, adults, and families, some of her favorite roles have included working with LGBTQ+ youth, incarcerated adolescents, and individuals seeking to build connections during and following the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Her training in Marital and Family Therapy, with a specialization in Clinical Art Therapy from Loyola Marymount University, allows her to conceptualize the family system and the individual’s emotional world through a creative lens. With additional training in EMDR and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Brittany’s approach to trauma-informed care is driven by the values of compassion, collaboration and creativity.

While she trusts each person is their own expert, she recognizes sometimes clients just need help breaking down barriers blocking them from fully seeing and knowing themselves. 

That’s why Brittany encourages clients to explore their innermost thoughts and emotions through art, allowing for deeper self-awareness and connection. Through collaborative and caring interactions, Brittany helps clients discover insights that promote identity formation and grit, leaving them feeling more connected to themselves and others, and capable of utilizing new coping skills in order to get unstuck. 

If Brittany seems like a good fit, please mention her in your inquiry for your complimentary phone consultation with Patch Counseling.

Patch Counseling offers a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation so we can learn more about what you’re looking for support with. We know reaching out can feel like a big step, so schedule your consultation today and a member of our team will respond within 24–48 business hours.