Allison Burnam, MD, LCSW-C, LISW

Allison Burnam, MD, LCSW-C, LISW, is a licensed clinician in Ohio with eight years of experience in mental and behavioral health. She brings combined training in medical and social work perspectives to support individuals, couples, and families facing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, relationship concerns, grief, anger, and self-esteem struggles. Her practice also addresses attachment issues, impulsivity, multicultural concerns, panic disorder and panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, pregnancy and childbirth related concerns, social anxiety and phobia, and young adult transitions.

Allison employs an empathic, client-driven approach that centers each person’s goals and lived experience. She draws on evidence-informed methods such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to tailor interventions to individual needs. This flexible use of approaches supports practical skills-building for daily coping as well as deeper work on relationships and trauma responses.

Committed to building a strong therapeutic alliance, Allison prioritizes collaboration and a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore patterns, develop new strategies, and work toward meaningful change. She is accepting international clients and offers sessions in English for those seeking support from a licensed professional in Ohio.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Allison commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) in her online practice. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental partnership where the therapist follows the client’s goals and supports self-directed growth - this approach can be helpful for building self-esteem, navigating life changes, and strengthening decision-making. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to manage symptoms; it is often used for anxiety, depression, panic symptoms, and attention-related challenges. EFT concentrates on emotions and attachment patterns to improve relationship dynamics and address family and attachment-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Allison works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting interventions as progress unfolds and new priorities emerge.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexible access to licensed professionals and therapists regardless of location. This flexibility can make it easier to schedule regular sessions, maintain continuity of care during transitions, and involve partners or family members when appropriate, all while tailoring communication style to what feels most comfortable for the client.