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Allison Kent, LPC
Pennsylvania
Licensed Professional Counselor - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-centered methods
- Motivational Interviewing
About Allison
Allison Kent is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 10 years of experience. She helps people address stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She worked for many years in Philadelphia in community behavioral health outpatient settings and now provides focused one-on-one care.
Allison uses straightforward conversations to identify unhelpful thoughts and routines. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns and try practical changes. She also uses client-centered techniques to keep sessions grounded in each person's goals and Motivational Interviewing to support shifts in motivation.
Sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented. Allison listens to what matters most to each person and then suggests small, testable steps to try between meetings. She explains tools in plain language and focuses on actions clients can take in daily life.
Her background in community behavioral health means she has experience with a wide range of concerns and life contexts. That work included regular therapy sessions and coordinating care with other services when needed. People who want clear, practical work on stress, mood, relationships, or life transitions may find this approach helpful.
Before scheduling, readers should confirm current session formats and any logistical details. To begin, complete the platform matching questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment through the See online therapy options button.
How Allison Uses CBT and Related Methods in Online Work
Allison commonly combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered methods and Motivational Interviewing. CBT focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and testing small changes to those habits. Client-centered work emphasizes listening and using the client's priorities to shape each session. Motivational Interviewing helps clarify personal reasons for change and builds momentum for trying new actions.Selecting the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Allison will ask about a person's goals, day-to-day routines, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan based on what works in practice.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also make it simpler to practice tools in real-life settings between sessions. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, worksheets, and behavioral experiments to the online setting so clients can pursue concrete changes in their daily routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and to try small behavioral experiments that change how they feel.
What kind of experience does she have?
She has 10 years of professional experience, including many years in Philadelphia working in community behavioral health outpatient settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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