Alison Marrelli, LCSW

Alison Marrelli is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Utah with 12 years of professional experience. Her LCSW credential indicates specialized training to provide clinical social work and psychotherapy, and she holds Utah license number UT LCSW 7689670-3501.

She focuses on supporting people through grief and loss, helping them rebuild motivation, and strengthening self-esteem and confidence. Alison also works with clients navigating major life changes and with those experiencing compassion fatigue, offering practical strategies and emotional support to manage overwhelming circumstances.

Alison approaches each person as the expert of their own story, building on existing strengths rather than labeling limitations. She emphasizes a collaborative process that honors individual goals and values while offering tools to move toward a more fulfilling and resilient life. Taking the first step to pursue greater well-being takes courage, and Alison provides steady, compassionate guidance throughout that journey.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Support

Alison uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques delivered with a strengths-centered perspective. One common approach she emphasizes is a strengths-based, client-centered method that builds on a person’s existing resources and values - this helps people regain confidence and clarify goals after loss or life transitions. Another practical approach she uses focuses on skills-based coping strategies that teach concrete tools for managing stress, anxiety, and the daily challenges of ADHD and caregiving strain. These techniques help clients develop routines, emotional regulation skills, and problem-solving habits. Alison also incorporates trauma-informed care principles when working with people affected by past abuse or intense loss, prioritizing safety, pacing, and respect for the client’s readiness to process difficult experiences.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Alison works collaboratively with each client to identify what fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods as progress unfolds so the work remains relevant and achievable.

Online therapy offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access support from home or while traveling, while working with a licensed professional who can tailor the therapeutic approach to each person’s situation.