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Allie Place

Doctoral Practicum Student

Pronouns: She/Her

Therapeutic Style: Curious, Attentive, and Collaborative

Works with:

  • Child/Family
  • Teens
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Adult Families
Allie Place, MA, headshot

Allie Place

Doctoral Practicum Student

Allie Place, MA, headshot
Pronouns: She/Her

Therapeutic Style: Curious, Attentive, and Collaborative

Works with:

  • Child/Family
  • Teens
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Adult Families

Who I am as a Therapist

 

Hi! I’m so glad you’re here. As a therapist, I’m drawn to working with people who are curious about themselves and want to understand the “why” behind their experiences. I believe that gaining insight into your past relationships, identities, cultural context, fears, hopes, and goals can open up more choices in the present. When we understand where patterns come from, we have more freedom to shift them.

With adults and couples, I work with people who sense that something isn’t working and want to make a change, even if they’re not sure what the problem is yet. Together, we’ll explore your experiences and patterns to uncover what’s beneath them, so you can move toward healthier and more fulfilling ways of being. My style is collaborative and thoughtful, with plenty of space for curiosity and discovery.

With children, I collaborate closely with parents to support both the child and the family system. In sessions, I provide a steady, supportive space for kids to explore their feelings while also helping parents find strategies that make home life feel more manageable. I especially value working with families who are motivated to make changes, even if it feels like they’ve already tried everything.

When working with teenagers, I keep in mind the push and pull of wanting independence while still being tied to the rules and expectations of adults. I understand how frustrating and confusing this stage can feel. My goal is to help teens make sense of their experiences, express themselves in a safe space, and feel more confident in navigating their world.

“Life offers up these moments of joy despite everything.”Sally Rooney, Normal People

Specialty Areas

Mental Health Challenges 

  • ADHD
  • Anger
  • Anxiety (General, Panic, Phobias)
  • Attachment & Relational Challenges
  • Behavioral Challenges in Children
  • Consensually Non-Monogamous Relationships
  • Depression
  • Disordered Eating
  • Dissociation
  • Gender Transitions
  • Grief & Loss
  • Identity Development
  • Learning Disorders
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Managing Stress
  • Mood Dysregulation
  • Neurodiversity
  • Parenting
  • School Issues
  • Women’s Issues

Therapeutic Approaches 

  • Anti-Racist Trauma-Informed Care (ARTIC)
  • Attachment Based Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Feminist Therapy
  • Gestalt Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
  • Mindfulness
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic
  • Socio-Emotional Relationship Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Transgender Affirming Care
Allie Place

Who I am when I’m not a Therapist

When I’m not a therapist, I’m most likely amusing myself by spending time with friends, being active outside, playing with my cats, or completing the daily Contexto.

Education 

  • Pursuing PsyD in Clinical Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, OR
  • MA in Clinical Psychology from Pacific University, Forest Grove, OR
  • BA in Media Studies from University of California, Berkeley, CA

Training & Experience  

  • Experienced working in an inpatient setting, with children and teenagers who have behavioral and mental health challenges

Get Started Today

Text or Voicemail

(503) 349-2281