Hey there! I’m Allison.
Therapist, Diabetes Educator, and Chronic Illness Warrior.
There is a massive difference between reading about a chronic condition in a textbook and living it every single day.
I’ve lived with Type 1 diabetes for over 30 years. I know firsthand the relentless mental load of managing a disease, the frustration of doing everything "right" and still getting unpredictable results, and the exhaustion of feeling like your diagnosis has swallowed your identity whole.
Because of this, I don't just sit across from you as a clinical expert. I sit across from you as someone who truly understands the emotional tidal waves, the medical burnout, and the quiet grief of navigating a body that feels like it’s constantly throwing curveballs. You don't have to explain the nuance of your daily struggle to me… I get it!
My practice lives at the exact intersection of mental health, medical reality, and mindset.
Because I hold three distinct roles, I am able to offer an integrated style of support that is incredibly rare to find:
The Licensed Therapist: I help you process the trauma, anxiety, grief, and relationship strain that often accompany a major health shift or a difficult postpartum/NICU experience.
The Diabetes Educator: I understand the clinical numbers, the physiology, and the daily management strategies, allowing us to combine emotional healing with practical action plans.
The Person Who Lives It: My lived experience ensures our work is always grounded in reality—never empty platitudes or impossible standards.
Whether you are navigating diabetes, adjusting to a new chronic diagnosis, or processing birth trauma, my goal is to help you build a life that reflects your core values, not just your symptoms. Let's uncover not just the "why" behind what you're feeling, but the "and now what?" too.
Important facts
Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Communication
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (MN LMFT #3650)
Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist (CDCES)
Professional Member of the Minnesota Association of Marriage and Family Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Training
Externship in Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Fun facts
Has 3 children
ENFP & Enneagram Type 4
Married for 15 years