Allison Burnam, MD, LCSW-C, LISW
Calm, practical therapy for everyday parenting stress
Explore online therapy options- Years in practice
- 8
- Credentials
- MD, LCSW-C, LISW
- Licensed in
- Ohio, Maryland
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Family conflicts
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
About Allison
Allison Burnam is a clinician based in Ohio with eight years of experience in mental and behavioral health. She holds an MD and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Certified (LCSW-C) as well as an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW). Allison focuses on everyday struggles that can pile up and become overwhelming for parents and adults alike.
She works in a straightforward, client-centered way. Sessions start with what feels most urgent to the person and then move toward manageable steps.
Background and approach
She uses practical tools from cognitive behavioral approaches and mindfulness to help people notice patterns and try different choices. Allison also draws on emotionally-focused ideas to help people understand their reactions and reconnect to what matters. Motivational interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or unsure about change.
These approaches are mixed to fit each person’s goals and situation. Her common areas of support include stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, ADHD symptoms, grief, trauma and relationship struggles. She also addresses impulsivity, attachment issues, panic and multicultural concerns.
The focus is on clear, short-term goals and gradual progress. Allison offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs. She works with people who want a practical, respectful partnership and who prefer a calm, down-to-earth approach to problem solving.
What Allison works with
Everything Allison lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Allison helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- ADHD
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Attachment issues
- Family problems
- Impulsivity
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches Allison lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How these approaches shape online care
This therapist often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT works well for anxiety, panic, low mood, and habits that get in the way of daily life.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which means sessions follow the person's priorities and pace. That approach focuses on listening, building trust, and supporting the person's own decisions about change.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy is used to name and work with strong feelings that affect relationships and parenting. It helps people recognize emotional patterns and try different ways of responding when emotions run high.
Deciding which approach to use is a shared process. The therapist will talk about options, try techniques together, and adjust plans based on the client's goals and feedback. This collaboration helps find what feels most helpful over time.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers practical flexibility. Video lets the therapist and client use visual cues and longer conversations. Phone sessions can be a good fit when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging work for brief check-ins, quick tools between sessions, or when typing feels easier than speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy parenting schedules and changing routines.
Questions people ask about Allison
What kinds of concerns does Allison address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, depression, grief, trauma and anger, along with ADHD-related worries and relationship struggles.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is client-centered and collaborative, focusing on small, practical steps and a strong working relationship to reach personal goals.
What is her background in mental health?
Allison has eight years of experience in mental and behavioral health and combines several therapeutic approaches to fit each person's needs.
What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
She holds an MD, is an LCSW-C, and an Ohio LISW, and practices out of Ohio.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and Allison accepts international clients.
Which session formats are offered?
She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.
How does cost and billing work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions operate on a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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