Alison Proft
Psychoanalyst focused on attachment, relationships, and life transitions
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About
Alison Proft is a licensed psychoanalyst (NY Psychoanalyst 001104) based in New York with ten years of clinical experience. She centers the therapeutic relationship as a practical tool to promote emotional growth and healthier functioning. Her work helps identify the roots of fears and recurring behaviors that interfere with daily life, and she collaborates with clients to develop concrete strategies for change.
Her approach is described as eclectic, interactive, and non-judgmental, meeting clients where they are and where they hope to go. As a psychoanalyst she pays close attention to how past experiences shape present challenges, and she supports clients in reframing personal narratives to express a more authentic self. Alison emphasizes the client as the expert of their own story and draws on individual strengths during the process.
Specialties include stress, anxiety, relationship and career concerns, LGBT issues, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas encompass themes such as attachment and abandonment, body image, caregiving stress, chronic illness and pain, gender dysphoria, and elements of alternative sex culture. Her practice notes a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and offers a welcoming environment for LGBTQIA people and individuals from the global majority.
Her approach is described as eclectic, interactive, and non-judgmental, meeting clients where they are and where they hope to go. As a psychoanalyst she pays close attention to how past experiences shape present challenges, and she supports clients in reframing personal narratives to express a more authentic self. Alison emphasizes the client as the expert of their own story and draws on individual strengths during the process.
Specialties include stress, anxiety, relationship and career concerns, LGBT issues, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas encompass themes such as attachment and abandonment, body image, caregiving stress, chronic illness and pain, gender dysphoria, and elements of alternative sex culture. Her practice notes a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and offers a welcoming environment for LGBTQIA people and individuals from the global majority.
- Location:
- New York, United States
- Years Experience:
- 10
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship issues, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Sexuality, Somatization, Traumatic brain injury, Workplace issues
Therapeutic approach:Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY Psychoanalyst 001104
- NPI Number: 1598118986
- License: Psychoanalyst (New York)
Remote work rooted in relational and reflective methods
Alison integrates Attachment-Based, Client-Centered, and Psychodynamic therapies into her remote practice. Attachment-Based Therapy is used to explore patterns in relationships and how early bonds influence current reactions. Client-Centered Therapy frames sessions as a collaborative process that honors the client as the expert of their experience. Psychodynamic Therapy guides attention to the ways past experiences and unconscious processes show up in present life.
This combination suits people who want to explore the origins of recurring patterns while also working toward practical changes. Alison describes her style as interactive and non-judgmental, and she aims to meet clients where they are in the moment and where they want to move forward. Sessions can include reflective conversation, examination of relational themes, and development of coping strategies aligned with the client’s goals.
Remote options reported for communication include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, with a noted preference for video sessions when possible.
How long has Alison been practicing?
Alison has ten years of clinical experience.
What are her professional credentials?
She is credentialed as NY Psychoanalyst 001104.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Where is her practice located?
Her practice is located in New York.
What ways can clients work with her remotely?
Communication options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept clients from other countries?
This profile indicates she is not accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Alison?
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