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Alison McCandless, LCSW, CSW

Community mental health Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • DBT and CBT informed
  • Community mental health experience
  • Denver and Chicago background

About Alison McCandless

Alison McCandless is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with three years of experience working in community mental health. She began her practice in Chicago, engaging directly with low-income individuals facing a range of mental health challenges, and she is originally from Southern California. She recently relocated to Denver, Colorado and holds licensure in both Illinois and Colorado; she also holds a CSW, a social work credential.

Her clinical experience includes helping people manage life stressors and a variety of psychiatric concerns, including mood and psychotic disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma. She approaches each person as an individual with a story that matters, gathering history and assessing functioning to help clients connect past experiences with current patterns.

Alison draws on a blend of therapeutic methods to match each client’s needs, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic approaches, and a strengths-based orientation. She emphasizes building practical coping skills and behavioral strategies while using a biopsychosocial framework to evaluate symptoms and daily functioning. Her work is grounded in hope and a nonjudgmental stance toward those seeking support.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsEating and food-related issuesGuilt and shameHoardingLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Alison McCandless have?

Alison McCandless has three years of experience working in community mental health settings.

Is Alison McCandless a licensed therapist?

Yes. Alison McCandless holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and CSW is an additional social work credential. License details are IL LCSW 149024690 and CO LCSW CSW.09929741.

In which languages does Alison McCandless provide therapy?

Alison McCandless provides therapy in English.

Where is Alison McCandless located?

Alison McCandless is located in Colorado.

How can I work with Alison McCandless as my therapist?

You can work with Alison McCandless through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Alison McCandless work with international clients?

Alison McCandless does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alison McCandless cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could remote therapy be a good fit for you?

Many people wonder whether online therapy truly helps. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility - people can connect with therapists in the format that works best for them, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care during life transitions.

Therapists offering remote services are licensed professionals, and clients can request a different therapist at any time if they would like a different fit. For many, remote therapy provides an accessible, practical way to pursue mental health support while balancing everyday responsibilities.

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