She has been fantastic. She basically inserted herself in my life and has helped me deal with the issues that I currently have not just tell me to change my situation.
Allison O'Dell, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Allison is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Allison. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Missouri
Recent reviews
She was very responsive, attentive and helpful.
More about Allison
- 17 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker in Missouri with over 17 years of experience working as a therapist. I received my Bachelor of Science in 1995 from Missouri Southern State University and a Master of Social Work in 2002 from Missouri State University. I have managed my own private practice working with ages 3 to adult, taught social work courses at the university, and worked in hospital settings providing social work services and therapy to terminally ill patients and seniors suffering from depression and anxiety. I enjoy working with a variety of populations.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating people with dignity and respect. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, patient centered, solution focused and others to develop a treatment plan to meet your unique goals. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment, children’s issues, teen issues, and grief and loss.
It takes courage and motivation to change and I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Depression
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Licenses
Allison O'Dell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861668972.
- LCSW · Missouri · 2004018918 · Expires September 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Allison O'Dell
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She has been fantastic. She basically inserted herself in my life and has helped me deal with the issues that I currently have not just tell me to change my situation.
She was very responsive, attentive and helpful.
Not a good time for a fair assessment and appreciation. but from our intial meeting i believe she can give me some tools too help me with my struggles so far
Frequently asked questions
Does Allison O'Dell offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Allison O'Dell works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Allison O'Dell speak?
Allison O'Dell speaks English.
How many years of experience does Allison O'Dell have?
Allison O'Dell has 17 years of experience.
Where is Allison O'Dell licensed to practice?
Allison O'Dell is licensed to practice in Missouri.
Does Allison O'Dell accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Allison O'Dell does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Allison O'Dell?
Allison O'Dell can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Allison O'Dell?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.