Allyson Lyon MSW, LCSW

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EXPERIENCE

Allyson is a licensed therapist with 10 years of experience in the mental health field, including eight years in clinical practice. She has worked across a variety of settings, including private practice, inpatient care, and school-based environments. Allyson specializes in supporting teens and young adults but has experience working with clients across the lifespan.

She has extensive experience addressing a range of mental health concerns, including complex trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder. In addition to being a strong ally, Allyson has done extensive work with LGBTQIA+ youth and is committed to providing inclusive, affirming, and identity-sensitive care for all ages.

Her therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Brainspotting, and Structural Family Therapy to best meet each client's unique needs.

EDUCATION

  • Indiana Wesleyan University, BA Addictions Counseling
  • IUPUI, Masters in Social Work
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • Lic #34008660A

SPECIALTIES

  • Substance Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Personality Disorders
  • Brain Spotting
  • Children/Adolescents/Teens
  • LGBTQ+ Affirming

RATES

  • Intake evaluation - $180
  • 50-60 minute individual or couples session - $155
  • Late cancellation or no-show - $100