Hello — I’m Allyson Cushing, a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) providing online/ virtual therapy to clients across Arizona, with a focus on individuals and families in and around Tucson. I work with adults navigating complex trauma, personality-related concerns, and the lasting effects of abuse, as well as military veterans and their families who are seeking understanding, stability, and healing.
My clinical work is grounded in trauma-informed care, nervous-system awareness, and deep respect for each person’s lived experience. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel safe enough to explore difficult experiences while also building skills and resilience for the future.
When you begin therapy with me — through online therapy — my goal is to create a space that feels safe, steady, and collaborative. Many of the clients I work with have experienced environments where safety, trust, or consistency were disrupted. Because of this, I prioritize pacing, transparency, and choice in our work together.
My approach is relational and trauma informed. I work with clients to better understand how past experiences continue to influence emotions, behaviors, and relationships in the present. Therapy with me is not about labels or judgment — it’s about insight, healing, and strengthening your capacity for connection and self-regulation.
One of the primary modalities I use is Brainspotting, a powerful, evidence-informed approach that works directly with the brain and nervous system to process trauma and emotional distress.
Brainspotting can be especially helpful for:
- Complex and developmental trauma
- Survivors of abuse
- Clients who feel “stuck” in patterns despite insight
- Individuals who find traditional talk therapy insufficient
I integrate Brainspotting thoughtfully and collaboratively, ensuring that clients feel supported, grounded, and in control throughout the process.
I have a strong commitment to working with military veterans and their families, recognizing the unique stressors, transitions, and trauma exposure that can accompany military life. I also work closely with individuals navigating borderline personality disorder and other personality-related concerns, offering therapy that is structured, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based care.
Clinical Focus & Areas of Support
My areas of focus include:
- Complex trauma and trauma recovery
- Brainspotting therapy
- Personality disorders, including BPD
- Survivors of abuse
- Veteran and military family support
- Emotional regulation and relational healing
I tailor therapy to meet each client’s needs, recognizing that healing is not linear and that progress often happens in meaningful, incremental steps.