Alison Holt
Counselor, LMHC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
8850 Northwest 62nd Avenue, 140, Johnston, IA 50131
Let's Connect (515) 585-6117
I am a child and family therapist with over 15 years of experience. I work with both children, and, adults who are parents. My specialties include teens, therapy for parents, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ youth. I have been successful at treating a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, ODD, behavioral problems, stress management difficulties, and more. Overall, my goal is to ensure that you feel safe and supported right from the start by creating a space that is inclusive, non-judgmental and fun for both children and parents.
Beyond my client-centered and trauma-informed approach, I focus heavily on the use of empathy, humor, kindness, and genuine curiosity. I find that this helps people, especially hesitant teens, feel more relaxed and willing to be vulnerable. When we are able to be vulnerable, we can start to have a better self-understanding that fosters growth and change.
I also believe in providing treatment that feels right for you and works as quickly as possible, which is why I use evidence-based models like EMDR and CBT. To get started today and learn more about my practice, click the link on the left to visit my website! Let's work together to help your family find their light again!
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Wellmark BCBS
- Out of Network
Alison Holt
Counselor, LMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (515) 585-6117
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 075519 Alison Holt
- In Practice for 15 years
- Attended Northwestern University, Masters in Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2010
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Trauma and PTSD
- Transgender
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Body Image
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- LGBTQ+
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Suicidal Ideation
- Supporting youth and parents during transition
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Communities
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Communities
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Family / Marital
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Alison Holt
Counselor, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (515) 585-6117