- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Trauma-Focused work
About Alissia
Alissia Camuso is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania with 14 years of practice. She works with people dealing with addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, and the burdens that follow those experiences. She mentions guilt and shame among the concerns she addresses and aims to make it easier to talk about those painful feelings.
In sessions she uses practical strategies drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. She also uses Solution-Focused and Trauma-Focused approaches when those fit a person's needs. That means sessions often include clear goals, skills to manage difficult thoughts and urges, and focused work on past traumatic events when appropriate.
Her work pays attention to how co-occurring problems interact. For example, grief or isolation can link with substance use or mood swings. She helps people notice patterns and test small changes that can reduce impulsivity, decrease risky behaviors, or improve day-to-day coping.
People can expect straightforward conversation and collaborative planning. She invites clients to name what matters most and to build steps toward those aims. Treatment often covers topics like codependency, process addictions, sex and drug addiction, and recovery from sexual assault and abuse.
Her practice is described in simple terms: clear aims, practical tools, and focused discussion. The emphasis is on working through painful feelings such as guilt and shame and on finding manageable next steps rather than on quick fixes.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Alissia draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to guide online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing different ways of thinking and acting to reduce symptoms like depression or anxiety. Motivational Interviewing helps people clarify their own reasons for change and build the motivation to try new behaviors.She also uses Solution-Focused and Trauma-Focused elements when those fit the client's needs. Solution-Focused work centers on setting small, concrete goals and noticing what changes when those steps are taken. Trauma-Focused work involves careful processing of traumatic memories and learning coping skills to manage distress when trauma is discussed.
Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist and client decide together which approach or combination suits the client's goals, needs, and preferences. Sessions typically combine conversation, skill practice, and short between-session tasks to test what helps.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit more easily into busy schedules, require less travel, and make it simpler to keep appointments around work or caregiving commitments.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, and related issues such as codependency and impulsivity.
How does she approach guilt and shame?
She uses practical techniques from CBT and trauma-focused work to help people name feelings, notice patterns, and try small changes that reduce distress.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of professional work experience supporting people with mood disorders, addictions, and trauma-related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Pennsylvania.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are used?
The original profile does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.