Allison Palazzo, LCSW

Allison Palazzo is a licensed clinical social worker with 19 years of experience based in New York. She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about hard things and find clearer next steps. She focuses on practical, solution-oriented work that helps clients get unstuck and move toward goals that matter to them.

Allison helps with common concerns such as stress, anxiety, and depression. She also supports people dealing with addiction, grief, and major life changes. Relationship and intimacy issues, jealousy, and family-related struggles are part of her regular caseload.

Her approach emphasizes clear problem-solving and paced emotional work. Allison listens for patterns that cause repeated pain, then helps people try different responses. She uses everyday language and straightforward tools so clients can practice new habits between sessions.

People who prefer a direct and compassionate therapist often find her style useful. Sessions typically balance talking through feelings and trying practical steps for change. Allison encourages small, achievable goals and checks progress regularly.

If someone is weighing whether to start, she asks simple questions about what matters most and what has already been tried. The goal is to create steps that fit real life and build confidence over time.

How Allison Uses Evidence-Based Approaches Online

Allison works from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new, more balanced thoughts to reduce anxiety and low mood. This method helps people notice patterns and practice different responses in everyday situations.

Another common element is skills-based work for coping and self-regulation. That includes clear strategies for managing stress, improving communication, and handling cravings or urges related to addiction. These skills are taught in simple steps that clients can try between sessions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Allison will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then suggest techniques to try together. She checks in and adjusts the plan as needed so the work fits what actually helps the client.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session formats before booking so they match your needs. Many people appreciate online sessions because they can fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Others prefer formats that allow shorter check-ins or audio-only conversations when that suits daily life. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to work well in an online setting, helping clients make steady progress.