- Trauma and abuse
- Anger and impulsivity
- Self-esteem and confidence
About Alicia
Alicia Colon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts with 26 years of experience. She works with adults on relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, and issues around intimacy and sleep.
She frames clients as the experts on their own stories and looks for strengths that can be used to address current problems. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than jargon. Alicia aims to help people find ways to manage mood changes, cope with life transitions, and rebuild confidence after hard experiences.
Her background includes long-term clinical practice across a range of common concerns. This gives her familiarity with mood disorders such as bipolar, struggles with motivation and impulsivity, and the effects of trauma on relationships and daily functioning. She also addresses caregiving stress, blended family tension, and communication problems.
People often work with her on career-related stress, parenting strain, fertility and aging matters, or feelings of isolation and emptiness. She also supports those dealing with codependency, jealousy, control issues, and forgiveness work. The approach is practical and goal-oriented, aiming for clearer next steps.
Sessions are conducted in English and follow the LICSW scope of practice. If you are considering therapy after a breakup, a big life change, or mounting anxiety, Alicia helps clients sort priorities and plan manageable changes. To start, follow the site prompts to review online therapy options and schedule a first session.
Approach and practical online care
Alicia uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions in clear, practical terms. One common approach focuses on identifying strengths and building skills for managing mood and anxiety; this looks at current patterns and tests small behavior changes to reduce symptoms. Another approach works with the effects of trauma and relationship pain by helping people notice how past experiences shape current reactions and by practicing new ways to respond.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Alicia will discuss what feels most useful based on each person's goals and day-to-day challenges. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust them over time as needs change.
The original biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, avoid travel time, and keep shorter check-ins during a break at work or school. It can also allow more consistent weekly sessions when life feels chaotic. If you want to learn which format fits your routine, mention that on the matching questionnaire and schedule a session to discuss practical arrangements.
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Experience
26+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with for young adults?
She works with relationship problems, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress, and life changes common in early adulthood.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She focuses on practical steps and identifying personal strengths. Conversations aim to clarify problems and plan manageable changes.
What is her clinical background?
She has 26 years of professional experience working with mood disorders, trauma effects, anger, and caregiving stress.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) based in Massachusetts.
Does she work in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography did not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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