Care You Can Trust

Dr. Parsons is a psychologist in the Salt Lake City area providing evidence-based psychotherapy to older adolescents and adults. Evidenced-based treatments utilize scientific research to support effective and meaningful therapeutic outcomes. With over twenty-five years of clinical experience, Dr. Parsons offers experience you can trust.
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Support that meets you where you are—and helps you move forward

Dr. Parsons is a licensed psychologist specializing in evidence-based psychotherapy for older adolescents and adults. Her clinical work is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with a strong focus on helping individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders. She also treats a range of other mental health concerns, tailoring treatment to each person’s unique needs and goals. In addition to ACT, Dr. Parsons is trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), a well-researched, specialized treatment for trauma and post-traumatic stress. She also provides Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the gold-standard, non-medication treatment for chronic sleep difficulties. All treatment approaches are informed by current scientific research and delivered with careful attention to clinical effectiveness and patient experience. Dr. Parsons practices from a scientist-practitioner perspective, integrating research, clinical expertise, and ongoing outcome evaluation into her work. She offers therapy that is warm, empathic, and compassionate, while also active and collaborative. Patients are encouraged to be engaged participants in the therapeutic process, working together toward meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels respectful and supportive. Dr. Parsons participates in PSYPACT, an interstate compact that allows licensed psychologists to provide telepsychology services across state lines. Through secure web-based services, she is able to work not only with patients in Utah but also with residents of many participating states across the U.S. (currently 43). If you feel this practice may be the right fit for you, I invite you to reach out by clicking the Contact button above to submit an appointment inquiry. Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Alison Parsons, Psy.D.
Clinical Psychologist

Services

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Relationship Issues
  • Adjustment Difficulties
  • Insomnia (CBT-I)
  • Burnout
  • College Mental Health
  • Communication Issues
  • Gender Identity
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mindfulness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Panic Disorders
  • PTSD
  • Self Esteem
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
  • Work Stress

Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Positive Psychology
  • Trauma Focused

Insurance Accepted

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • EMI Health
  • Optum
  • PEHP
  • Self-Pay
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • University of Utah Health Plans

Testimonials

“"Dr. Parsons is an incredibly gifted therapist. I am grateful to her for how much she has helped me in so many areas of my life. I would recommend Dr. Parsons to anyone and everyone, I have that much trust and admiration for her and the work she does."”

Former Patient

“"I cannot recommend Dr. Parsons enough. She is very compassionate, understanding, and most of all, extremely flexible in each and every session. She listens, questions your perceptions, values and thoughts to try and get you to the life you want to live."”

Former Patient

“"I was very impressed with Dr Parsons' professionalism and more important how comfortable she made our visit. It was nice to be in an environment where I felt I could be totally open and honest."”

Former Patient

Location

The Heritage Building

Physical Office

4685 S. Highland Drive, Suite 115
Holladay, UT 84117-5123

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