Alissa Bell , LPC

Alissa Bell, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), offers 13 years of experience supporting people through periods of stress and life transition. She draws on a background as a former high school English teacher to create a calm, attentive atmosphere where clients feel heard and understood. Alissa enjoys building relationships with those she works with and is committed to guiding individuals toward greater confidence in managing everyday pressures and overwhelming moments.

She understands that stress affects everyone at times and approaches each person with respect for their unique circumstances and strengths. Alissa values collaboration in the therapeutic process and focuses on practical skills that help clients cope more effectively. She recognizes the step it takes to reach out for support and welcomes the opportunity to walk alongside people as they develop new tools and build resilience on their journey.

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions with Alissa Bell

Alissa uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive space where the client’s perspective guides the work. This approach emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration to help people feel understood and to build self-directed change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management by teaching practical tools to shift patterns that contribute to distress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, combines acceptance and change strategies and includes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it helpful for intense emotions and relationship struggles.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Alissa works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts interventions over time based on what is helpful for the individual.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time. These formats support continuity of care and make it possible to access a licensed professional in ways that fit a client’s daily life and responsibilities.