LPCC

Allyson Coats , LPCC

Therapist in California

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About Allyson

Allyson Coats, LPCC, is a licensed professional clinical counselor with seven years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and related challenges. She blends a client-centered stance with evidence-based tools such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices to help clients build practical skills and greater emotional balance.

Based in California, Allyson works with adults facing relationship and family concerns, grief, sleep difficulties, parenting stresses, career questions, and mood conditions including bipolar disorder. Her practice also includes caring for those coping with compassion fatigue, ADHD, chronic pain or illness, attachment difficulties, and challenges related to aging and life transitions. She integrates creative techniques like art, music, and journaling when appropriate to deepen insight and support lasting change.

Allyson describes her approach as warm, interactive, and down-to-earth, focusing on connection and self-awareness as pathways to resilience. Clients describe her as authentic, compassionate, and empowering. As an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - she combines practical strategies with collaborative support to help clients discover clearer purpose, improved coping, and a steadier sense of well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and learning practical strategies to shift them. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills to help people manage intense emotions and improve relationships. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance techniques to reduce reactivity and increase focus and calm.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic work. Allyson collaborates with each person to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds to ensure a good fit.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect with licensed professionals - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity across changes in schedule or location, and access support from the comfort of home or wherever is most convenient.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Allyson Coats have?

Allyson Coats has 7 years of experience.

Is Allyson Coats a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPCC credential. License details: CA LPCC 9850.

In which languages does Allyson Coats provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Allyson Coats located?

Allyson is located in California.

How can I work with Allyson Coats as my therapist?

You can work with Allyson Coats through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Allyson Coats work with international clients?

Allyson Coats does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Allyson Coats cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English

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