Allison Splaun

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Allison SplaunA primary goal of my therapy is developing a warm and trusting relationship with each client, which ample research has demonstrated is key to effective psychotherapy. I encourage each patient to provide feedback throughout the therapy so I can continue to tailor my approach to what works best for them as well as enhance my understanding of their common relationship patterns. I prefer working from a psychodynamic framework wherein clients are free to discuss whatever is on their mind, as typically this leads us to the most central aspects of what is bothering them. Often this leads to new understanding of connections between patients' early environments and what they are going through now, which both relieves distress and opens up new possibilities for making different choices in the present. At times I find it useful to integrate Cognitive Behavioral strategies if there is a particular pattern the client would like to change. For example, gradual exposure therapy tends to be effective in decreasing anxiety about specific situations and engaging in pleasurable activities tends to counteract depressive feelings. I will work with you to identify helpful, realistic strategies to help you feel better when needed.

I collaborate with each patient to decide on the length, focus, and depth of the therapy. I help clients to develop their goals for therapy and work with them on moving towards those goals. Most of my patients choose to meet once weekly at least initially, though for some twice weekly sessions are helpful, particularly during difficult periods. Towards the end of therapy, some patients find it useful to gradually increase the time between sessions so they feel confident about their readiness to end. Some choose to come back as needed in the future, others feel ready to say goodbye. Again, I will work with you in order to determine a course of treatment that is tailored to your needs.

Profile
Gender: Female
License: License State: Virginia, License No.: 810004862
Education:

PhD
Clinical Psychology
The New School for Social Research
2012

EdM
Counseling Children and Families
Harvard Graduate School of Education
2006

Experience years: 10 Years
Languages Spoken: English
Business Name: Splaun Psychotherapy, PLLC
Accepting New Patients via Telehealth: Yes
Specialties
Age Group Specialization: Children, Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Issues and Disorders:

Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Depression, Grief/Loss, Infertility, LGBTQ Issues, Life Transitions, Marriage & Divorce, Parenting Issues, Pregnancy/Childbirth, Stress, Trauma/PTSD, Diverse Sexualities / Kink, Open Relationships / Consensual Non-monogamy

Treatment Methods:

Cognitive/Behavioral, Meditation/Relaxation, Parent Guidance, Psychodynamic, Relational

Sexual Orientation Specialization:

Heterosexual, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual

Gender Identity Specialization:

Male, Female, Transgender, Gender-queer/non-conforming

Contact Information
Address:
408 E Market St, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902

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