Alisha Dennis-Brinson, LPC, LPCC

Therapist in Ohio

Compassionate counselor who focuses on strengths

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11 years of experience listed

LPC, LPCC professional credentials

English languages

Client-centered approach
Practical coping skills
Strengths-based work

About Alisha

Alisha Dennis-Brinson is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC and LPCC, with over 11 years of experience. She offers a calm, client-centered approach that helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and substance concerns. Her work emphasizes building awareness of strengths and practical steps forward.

She keeps sessions focused on what each person needs. Conversations are collaborative and guided by goals the client chooses. That can include coping strategies for big life changes, support through grief or trauma, managing anger, or rebuilding self esteem.

Alisha has worked with people from diverse backgrounds on a wide range of concerns, including ADHD, bipolar mood issues, parenting strain, and compassion fatigue. She places attention on identifying patterns in thinking and behavior and on teaching skills that can be used between sessions.

Her style is empathetic and client-centered. She helps people set realistic, measurable goals and breaks those goals into small steps. Alisha aims to create an affirming atmosphere where people can try new ways of coping without pressure.

For practical next steps, she uses a collaborative treatment plan and regular check-ins to track progress. The aim is steady improvement in everyday life, whether that looks like better sleep, clearer boundaries, or renewed energy for work and relationships.

Evidence-based approaches and how they help online

Alisha uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional awareness. One common approach she employs involves helping people identify unhelpful thinking and replace it with more balanced thoughts, which can reduce anxiety and depression and guide clearer decision making. Another approach centers on skill-building for coping and emotion regulation, teaching concrete tools to manage anger, stress, or overwhelming reactions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client review concerns, goals, and personal preferences to decide which techniques to try first. Plans are adjusted over time based on what helps most, with regular check-ins to track progress and tweak strategies together.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. It may reduce travel time and let people schedule appointments around work or caregiving obligations. Because the exact session formats are not specified here, confirm current online options before booking so you know what is offered. The focus is on practical benefits like more flexible timing, reduced commute, and maintaining continuity of care while working toward everyday improvements.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesDepression Coping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGrief Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Experience

11+ years

Credentials

Ohio, Oregon, North Carolina, Michigan

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this counselor address?

Alisha helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strains, and substance concerns. Her listed focuses also include trauma, grief, self esteem, parenting, ADHD, and related issues.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is client-centered and empathetic, emphasizing collaboration and practical skills. Sessions focus on identifying strengths and setting client-directed goals.

How much experience does she have?

She has 11 years of clinical experience working with people from diverse backgrounds on a range of concerns.

Where is she licensed and based?

She is licensed as an LPC and as an LPCC and practices in Ohio.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are costs and scheduling handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Start by selecting the continue button on this profile and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.