Alison
512-607-9360 xt. 93
Alison Shelton
LCSW, ADS
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Acudetox Specialist | She/Her/Hers
$150 / 55-minute sesson
Insurances in Network: Private Pay / Whole Foods Insurance / United Healthcare/Optum / BCBS / Aetna
Fields of Specialization: PTSD / Anxiety / Depression / Trauma / Self-Esteem / Relationship Issues / Family of Origin Issues / Adolescents / Adults / Anxiety & Panic Attacks / Difficult Emotions / EMDR / IFS / Somatic Healing / Neurobiological Framework / Acudetox / Chronic Illness
I work great with...
People who are at any point within their healing journey with trauma they have experienced.
Those who might struggle with negative self talk or criticism.
Clients interested in EMDR
Individuals who are wanting to make a change that aligns more truly to their values or goals.
5NP (5 Needle Protocol) also known as Ear Acudetox (Bilateral auricular acupuncture)
Integrative holistic approach to mental health using evidence based treatments
People interested in Internal Family Systems and Neurobiological frameworks
Style & Approach
Clients often say they feel safe sharing the parts of their story they’ve never told anyone—while also feeling uplifted as we uncover the incredible strength that’s helped them survive. Walking alongside you as you explore your pain is a sacred privilege, and I approach that shared space with warmth, kindness, and compassion.
Together, we’ll focus on what you want to get out of this experience, always honoring that you are the ultimate expert on your life. My goal is to create a space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered to move forward in a way that feels right for you.
Some of the approaches I Use...
Client-centered
LGBTQ+ affirming
Sex and body positive
EMDR trained
Anti-racist
Mindfulness
Dialectic Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Solution-Focused
Trauma Informed
Unconditional Positive Regard
Fun Facts
My favorite outdoor activity is...almost any outdoor activity, just give me any type of forest bathing opportunity and I'm happy.
My favorite Austin activity is...a classically Austin thing to--going to see any live performance, faves being live music or comedy.
Self-care for me is... when I am truly listening to what my body is needing, and doing that, the hardest one for me can be taking the ~rest~ time it's asking for.
Education
Undergrad–University of Texas at Austin (2017) B.A. Psychology Minor Social Work
Graduate–University of Texas at Austin (2021) Masters of Science in Social Work (MSSW)
Professional
EMDR Trained
Trauma and Grief Certified
Acudetox Specialist (5 Needle Protocol)
Over 5 years of clinical experience as a clinician for adolescents with complex trauma
Integrated Treatment of Complex Trauma for Adolescents (ITCT-A) Trained
Neurobiological understanding of trauma trained
Training facilitator on Complex trauma for residential treatment facility