Allison desires to walk alongside others who need a listening ear, navigating the complexities of co-morbidities and other associated life struggles. As a result of her diverse personal experiences, Allison completed additional graduate degrees and certifications in medical cannabis science and therapeutics, integrative nutrition, integrative health, herbalism, and international studies with a focus on global health. Allison prefers to incorporate various counseling techniques such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and person-centered therapy to meet the diverse needs of her clients. She has extensive experience volunteering with children, teaching nutrition classes, and working with teens and young adults as they launch into adulthood. In her spare time, she enjoys skiing, hiking, Bible study, gardening, traveling to lesser-known destinations, hot yoga/deep breathing classes, and quilting