Alison Clarke, LCSW

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Alison Dixon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with several years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. Alison has developed a special niche in the way that she counsels and empowers people going through a transitional period in their lives, whether it be anxiety, depression, an addiction, or a family member suffering from addiction.  Alison is a highly integrative social worker with experience in a wide range of issues in adults as well as young adults, especially divorce, grief and loss. 

Alison believes in a holistic approach where she provides a safe, non-judgmental space for her clients to process their thoughts and gain skills to improve their lives. Clinical tools such as Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy are all used along with any tool the client finds beneficial including family/peer engagement such as faith and/or spirituality.  

Alison earned her Master’s Degree at Aurora University with a concentration in School Social Work and Substance Abuse. The majority of Alison’s career has been dedicated to working in shelters, hospitals, and private practice settings. 

Alison enjoys spending time with her family and her friends. She also enjoys reading, listening to music, day trips, weekend dinners and games with family.