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Alison Russell

Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH (she, her)

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Indianapolis, IN 46236
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Indianapolis, IN 46236
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Telehealth in CO & IN. In-person only in IN. I work with high-functioning adults, white-knuckling their way through life. Many know why they feel the way they do, but insight alone hasn't sufficed. The work I do is active and collaborative. We look carefully at patterns, protective strategies, and internal narratives that once helped you cope - helped you survive, but now keep you stuck. I work with curiosity, clarity, and direct conversation to help you understand what’s actually happening beneath the surface and how to shift it. This process asks for honesty and engagement, and it creates real momentum for lasting change.
This holistic and reconstructive therapy is for those ready to face difficult truths. It requires determination, consistency, and active work to rewire your brain. I treat the whole system, not just the symptoms. I offer a holistic perspective, neuroscience-backed approaches, and compassionate accountability to help you face and befriend fear and shame.
Many describe this work as difficult - not because it’s intense, but because it’s challenging and confronting. I synthesize what I’m hearing, reflect patterns clearly, and help you make sense of your internal world so you can respond differently rather than staying stuck in familiar loops. I have a map and lantern to guide you on your journey back to you.
Call or Alison Russell now for a free 15 minute consultation - (317) 743-9458

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Root & Resolve, LLC

Indianapolis, IN 46236

(317) 743-9458
My website
Limited in-person appointments on Sundays and telehealth appointments Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 8am-2pm.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Addiction & Self-Harm and Certified Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (317) 743-9458
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Root & Resolve, LLC

Indianapolis, IN 46236

(317) 743-9458
My website
Limited in-person appointments on Sundays and telehealth appointments Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 8am-2pm.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Addiction & Self-Harm and Certified Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Apple Cash, Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Out of Network
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I accept some insurance plans, which limit session length, frequency, and treatment pace. Many clients choose private pay to allow for greater flexibility, privacy, consistency, and depth in the work, especially when seeking meaningful change rather than short-term relief.
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Alison Russell
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 743-9458
"
I accept some insurance plans, which limit session length, frequency, and treatment pace. Many clients choose private pay to allow for greater flexibility, privacy, consistency, and depth in the work, especially when seeking meaningful change rather than short-term relief.
Photo of Alison Russell, Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Alison Russell
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 743-9458

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Indiana / 39004934A Alison Russell

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Indiana University, Master's Degree in Counseling & Counselor Education

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy 2025
  • Certificate from Clinical Trauma Professional 88000974A / 2020
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I bring nearly 20 years of experience across trauma-informed therapy, consultation, and complex clinical work. My approach is shaped by real-world application, deep listening, and an ability to see patterns clearly, not by rigid formulas or one-size-fits-all techniques.
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Alison Russell
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 743-9458
"
I bring nearly 20 years of experience across trauma-informed therapy, consultation, and complex clinical work. My approach is shaped by real-world application, deep listening, and an ability to see patterns clearly, not by rigid formulas or one-size-fits-all techniques.
Photo of Alison Russell, Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Alison Russell
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 743-9458

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Addiction & Self-Harm
  • Certified Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Drug Abuse
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Veterans
  • Video Game Addiction
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My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and engaged. Sessions are collaborative and focused, using curiosity and pattern recognition to help clients understand how their internal systems operate and how to change them. This is not advice-giving or endless processing, but thoughtful work aimed at integration and real-life application.
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Alison Russell
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 743-9458
"
My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and engaged. Sessions are collaborative and focused, using curiosity and pattern recognition to help clients understand how their internal systems operate and how to change them. This is not advice-giving or endless processing, but thoughtful work aimed at integration and real-life application.
Photo of Alison Russell, Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Alison Russell
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 743-9458

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Blind Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian , 
Black and African American

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Blind Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian , 
Black and African American

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Ketamine-Assisted
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Neuroscience-Based Trauma Treatment
  • Non-violent Communication
  • Psychobiological Approach Couple Therapy
  • Somatic
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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I use psychological neuroscience and developmental behaviorism as foundational understanding while practicing unconditional compassion and radical acceptance. This supports both insight and felt safety - key ingredients to becoming the best version of you. Change happens not just through understanding, but when the body learns new responses over time.
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Alison Russell
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 743-9458
"
I use psychological neuroscience and developmental behaviorism as foundational understanding while practicing unconditional compassion and radical acceptance. This supports both insight and felt safety - key ingredients to becoming the best version of you. Change happens not just through understanding, but when the body learns new responses over time.
Photo of Alison Russell, Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Alison Russell
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 743-9458

Location

Primary Location

Root & Resolve, LLC

Indianapolis, IN 46236

(317) 743-9458

Email Me

My website

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Cities

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Limited in-person appointments on Sundays and telehealth appointments Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 8am-2pm.
Photo of Alison Russell, Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Alison Russell
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Call for a free consultation now - (317) 743-9458
"
Limited in-person appointments on Sundays and telehealth appointments Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 8am-2pm.
Photo of Alison Russell, Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Alison Russell
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Call for a free consultation now - (317) 743-9458