- Grief support
- Stress and anxiety
- ADHD related struggles
About Alison
Alison Marrelli is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Utah with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with people who are facing grief, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, compassion fatigue, and life transitions. She also supports concerns such as relationship strain, parenting stress, and challenges related to chronic illness and caregiving.
Alison treats each person as the expert on their own story. She looks for strengths you already have and helps you use them to move through hard moments. Conversations in sessions are plain and direct, focused on what you want to change and the small steps that can make a difference.
Her background includes long-term practice in counseling settings across Utah. That experience means she has worked with a wide range of issues from mood difficulties to trauma and attachment concerns. She draws on approaches that are evidence-based and practical, choosing methods that fit the problem at hand.
Sessions often center on building coping skills, improving sleep and eating patterns where needed, and addressing attention or motivation struggles related to ADHD. Alison also helps people facing identity and relationship questions, including LGBT issues and intimacy-related concerns.
People who meet with her typically focus on clear goals such as reducing anxiety, managing grief, or finding steady routines after life changes. The work is collaborative and action-oriented, with regular review of progress and adjustments to what’s working.
To begin, clients follow the service platform's matching steps and schedule an initial appointment. That first meeting is used to set priorities and plan practical next steps.
How evidence-based methods translate to online sessions
Alison uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common method she uses involves skill-building for anxiety and stress - teaching breathing, attention, and behavioral strategies to reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning. Another method centers on grief and loss, helping people name what they’re feeling, track triggers, and find manageable steps to cope with memories and routines.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Alison will review your concerns and goals with you and recommend methods that fit your situation. That decision is collaborative so you can try approaches and adjust what isn’t working as you go.
Confirm the exact session formats available before booking, since formats were not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - they often reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and can let someone join from a quieter place without needing extra commute. Talk with her after matching to clarify session length, frequency, and how you prefer to work so scheduling fits into your everyday routine.
Areas of expertise
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Also works with
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with grief, anxiety, self-esteem, stress, compassion fatigue, and life changes, plus related issues like relationship concerns and caregiving strain.
What is her therapy style like?
Her approach is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on identifying strengths, setting clear goals, and practicing concrete skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of professional experience as a clinician working with a variety of mental health and life concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Utah LCSW, and practices from Utah.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.