Ali Kimmell
AliKimmellLCSW@gmail.com - LCSW
I treat your decision to enter therapy with respect and curiosity. I use a warm and collaborative approach to help you find connection, relief, and fulfillment in your life. I adjust my approach to meet each client’s unique needs and the problems they are facing. My work is grounded in a psychodynamic and relational approach: that is, I believe that lasting change comes from exploring and ultimately freeing oneself from the underlying causes of current symptoms. Together, we will discover the patterns that are holding you back, and experiment with new ways of being.
I work with people looking for greater satisfaction in their relationships or a clearer sense of purpose and meaning in their lives but who feel held back by repetitive patterns and beliefs. Many of my clients are very good at thinking but feel cut off from their emotional experience.
I see individuals, children, adolescents, and couples of all constellations. I work to create an affirming place for LGBTQ, kink, and poly folks as well as a diverse range of racial and spiritual identities. I also incorporate somatic and mindfulness techniques when appropriate, especially in cases of trauma.
Skills and Expertise
Adjusting to Change / Life Transitions
Anger Management
Anxiety
Attachment Issues
Codependency
Communication Problems
Couples therapy
Depression
Emptiness
Family of Origin Issues
Identity Issues
Isolation
LGBTQ
Loss or Grief
Mens Issues and Problems
Multicultural Concerns
Polyamory and Nonmonogamous Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Narcissistic Personality
Sexual Minorities
Treatment Orientation
Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy
Mindfulness
Psychodynamic
Psychoanalytic
Relational Therapy
Somatic
Therapy unique to each client
PACT
Modality