Allison McDonald, M.S., is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor and doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Psy.D. program at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in cognitive neuroscience from Temple University. She completed her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at West Chester University. Allison has provided mental health services across a range of settings, including inpatient hospitalization care, outpatient treatment, and a college counseling center. Her clinical experience includes working with individuals navigating concerns related to anxiety, depression, substance use, grief and loss, and major life transitions. In her free time, Allison enjoys spending time outdoors with her dogs, hiking new trails, and skiing in the winter months.
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