- Grief and end-of-life
- Anxiety and depression
- Caregiver support
About Alison
Alison Mondares is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Florida who helps people facing grief, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. She works with clients who are coping with stress, relationship and family strain, caregiving burdens, and end-of-life concerns. Alison aims to make time in therapy feel calm and focused so people can talk through what matters most to them.
Her style is warm and practical. Sessions focus on improving day-to-day coping, building clearer communication, and reducing symptoms that get in the way of life. She uses simple exercises and talk that people can try between sessions to see real changes over time.
Alison draws on several evidence-informed methods to shape treatment. She blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with cognitive-behavioral strategies and client-centered listening. Mindfulness and emotion-focused ideas also appear in her work when they fit a person’s goals.
People come to her for a wide range of concerns, including trauma, parenting struggles, sleep problems, body image, caregiving stress, and serious medical or aging issues. Hospice and end-of-life counseling is a noted focus area, and she supports people navigating those conversations alongside other life stresses.
With seven years of clinical experience, Alison aims to meet people where they are and help them find clearer direction. Her approach is collaborative and paced to each person’s needs so they can move toward more stable daily functioning and greater self-understanding.
Her style is warm and practical. Sessions focus on improving day-to-day coping, building clearer communication, and reducing symptoms that get in the way of life. She uses simple exercises and talk that people can try between sessions to see real changes over time.
Alison draws on several evidence-informed methods to shape treatment. She blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with cognitive-behavioral strategies and client-centered listening. Mindfulness and emotion-focused ideas also appear in her work when they fit a person’s goals.
People come to her for a wide range of concerns, including trauma, parenting struggles, sleep problems, body image, caregiving stress, and serious medical or aging issues. Hospice and end-of-life counseling is a noted focus area, and she supports people navigating those conversations alongside other life stresses.
With seven years of clinical experience, Alison aims to meet people where they are and help them find clearer direction. Her approach is collaborative and paced to each person’s needs so they can move toward more stable daily functioning and greater self-understanding.
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
How her approaches guide online counseling
Alison uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people manage difficult feelings and change unhelpful patterns. ACT focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing actions that match personal values, which can help with grief and life transitions. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical exercises to reduce anxiety and improve sleep.Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, preferences, and current challenges. Over time they adjust techniques based on what proves useful in practice.
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Many people find that online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins between appointments, and reduce travel time. It also allows continued care when life changes make in-person visits difficult. Discuss format preferences during the initial matching steps so scheduling and session style match everyday needs.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Alison often help people with?
She supports people with grief, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship and family issues, trauma, caregiving strain, and end-of-life concerns among other problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic approach?
Her style blends client-centered listening with practical skills. Sessions often include mindfulness, acceptance strategies, and cognitive-behavioral techniques to address thoughts and behaviors.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has seven years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life transition issues.
What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
She is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - practicing in Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.