Alison Leigh Siegel, MFT

This review is overdue… I went to see Alison for ten sessions earlier this year and I can honestly say that it changed my life. I have been struggling with panic attacks since I was about 16, and I’m almost 30 now. For almost 15 years it has been my achilles heel, the major struggle in my otherwise happy life. In my sessions with Alison, she managed to recognize some deep-​seated thought patterns and behaviors that I needed to shift, and she taught me valuable techniques that I can use anywhere to get out of my mind and back into my body.
I was inspired to write a review when, the other day, I almost succumbed to a full on panic attack while out to dinner with friends in a crowded restaurant, and was able to excuse myself to the ladies’ room to implement the techniques Alison taught me. I was able to make the panic attack *completely go away* in a few minutes, without taking any medication. I have never been able to do that before. Not in almost fifteen years. For me, this is the best gift anyone could have ever given me.
If you’ve been struggling with anxiety and panic attack issues, please give Alison a try. Yes she may be on the pricier side, but how much is your happiness worth? I know that I’ve spent way more money throughout the years on medication, alternative therapies, books, internet courses all claiming to have the secret to rid you of panic attacks forever. None of them worked, but seeing Alison did. Life does not have to be as hard as you think. There is a medication free solution to panic disorder. I just wish I went to her sooner… Thank you Alison, I am truly grateful to you.

If you are looking for someone intuitive, perceptive and will not allow you to BS about yourself or your relationship, Alison is who you want. She really listens and understands human behavior and will call you out if you try and delude yourself. I have learned so much about myself and why I do the things I do from my sessions with her. She is also extremely supportive and non judgmental. I have never felt uncomfortable talking about anything with her, even the most sensitive of subjects. She is expert at guiding you to see what you need if you are honest with yourself.
I also want to point out that Alison has been very flexible with my difficult schedule and as for cost, I have always felt that I have received value.
This is my only foray into therapy and I was lucky enough to find the type of therapist that I hoped to find but have since learned is very rare.

Alison is amazing!
I started having severe anxiety and panic attacks a few months ago and came across her name on Unilocal.She was the most reviewed therapist, so I thought if people took the time to write reviews then she must be good.
I’ve been seeing her for a while now and she’s helped me completely overcome my panic attacks in a magically short period of time.
I’m very grateful for coming across Alison’s website because she showed me that it’s very possible to get rid of anxiety and live happily again!

Wow, what a joke! Did I just call some big shot lawyer? $ 500 for the first hour? I guess to get a good sex therapist in San Francisco you have to pay through the nose.
Alison conducted a phone interview with us and basically said there was something magical about her therapy, that she was able to cover so much in the hour that the high price is somehow justified and change will happen immediately. She couldn’t clearly identify what it is that happens to allow this. She said «I’m just that good». Maybe she is… but my partner doesn’t speak english as a first language, and I just take time to process emotions. Too bad for us!
When I balked at the high cost, she said she could adjust the price and somehow she would be a specialist doctor through my healthcare provider and therefore the insurance would cover the bulk of the cost. I just found another reason why health care in this country costs more than anywhere else on earth.
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Alison is encouraging, result-​oriented and patient.
My girlfriend and I went to her to look for help to take our relationship to the next level. She helped us identify the problems, proposed solutions, and suggested different exercises for us. Her instructions were super clear and helpful.
We were very satisfied with the results!

Alison is results oriented, empathetic, kind, humorous, DIRECT, friendly, encouraging, relaxed yet focused, sweet, generous and talented to mention some adjectives.
My husband and I sought her out to address issues that would take our relationship to the next level and she is the real deal. Authentic, action oriented and NO bull shit– she let’s you share ideas-​issues-​feelings and then also tells you what she is seeing objectively– and guides and encourages you to move on and grow.
She is unorthodox and definitely knows what she is doing.
We like her a LOT and look forward to growing our relationship with her as well as the friendship– how can you NOT like her?- she is good!!!:)

It is so hard to find coach that is clear and direct in a loving and compassionate way. Alison Leigh is just that. Her knowledge and experience is extensive and she is my main go to for referrals in this area. She is knowledgeable, insightful and has a clear, no nonsense approach that can be a relief for those who are feeling lost and confused. I highly recommend Alison!

Alison was very helpful in coaching me with personal issues I had to deal with since last year. I’ve been seeing her for the past 6 months, and have improved immensely. She’s very insightful and created a very safe and comfortable space for our conversations.

I found Alison on Unilocal over 2 months ago. I was having major panic attacks. and on our first session i had a huge attack on the way to her office.
I called her and told her i couldn’t come, i was too freaked out…
The next part is amazing. she offered to meet me at my office.
She met me at my office, we closed the door and she got me back in my body, where i have been ever since, thanks to her.
I am no longer having panic and i am learning so many things about myself that is truly life changing.
I have never been to therapy in my life, i think everyone should go, and i think if you really want to learn about yourself and see changes in yourself, go to Alison.
Her space is safe and inviting.
I can not say enough about her and how real she is and how much she has helped me.
Bottom line. if you want the best therapist on the planet, call her.
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Alison is terrific therapist, who operates with confidence, experience, and integrity.
I came to her during a very challenging period in my personal life, and through her consistently expert counseling, she has helped me regain direction and focus — and in the process learn more about myself in the past year than I have in my entire life.
If you’re looking for someone to hold your hand and spoon-​feed you all the answers, then keep looking. Alison will provide you with the tools you need, and show you how to use them effectively. What you do with that gift is up to you. To me, it’s very similar to working with a trainer: they can tell you how to eat and train right all the livelong day, but unless you’re actually willing to do the work, you will not see any benefits. I really appreciate this approach, since it will not only actually teach you how to overcome your issue (s), but provide you with a sense of accomplishment for having done so.
Alison is a fantastic guide and teacher, who is not afraid to hold up the mirror and ask some challenging questions… but she does this with compassion, intelligence, and humor.
I consider myself extremely lucky for having found Alison, and look forward to working with her for many years to come — and not just in crisis situations. I firmly believe anyone, in any stage of their life, can benefit from her insight, experience, and professional guidance.

I have received coaching recently from Alison that was sensitive and supportive with regards to some transitions that I am experiencing. She is a good listener and gave me some useful suggestions. If you are seeking a counselor who is thoughtful and attentive, I encourage you to talk with Alison.

I’ve always appreciated Dr. Phil’s style. He seems to be pretty busy these days and I’m fine with that because I’ve found my very own Dr. Phil in Alison Leigh Siegel. I’ve always wanted a coach who could help guide and coach me in a loving, compassionate yet direct way. Thanks to Alison’s coaching I feel empowered to move through my «stuff», knowing that there’s always a solution and that I have many options.

I never worked with Alison, but I had a sub-​par interaction with her regarding scheduling. She definitely wants things done in a particular manner but this could be helpful for some people.

Alison was a wonderful life coach who not only helped me manage stress, but also dug deeper to help me tap into my instincts. She uses a combination of tools based on your interests and personal approach to life — whether it’s body, emotion or intellectually based. In each session, she would gauge how I was feeling, and how I was carrying myself physically — and we would do anything from breathing exercises, to meditation to somatic work, to role playing, etc… Many times she would just listen and offer a no-​nonsense assessment of what she was hearing. She’s a wonderful listener and instantly creates a safe environment where you feel comfortable sharing just about anything. At the end of the day, Alison empowered me to set boundaries for myself and inspired me to go after my dreams. For this reason alone, I would highly recommend her!

I believe that all of us can benefit from some excellent self-​reflection from a seasoned and expert therapist, just make sure it’s with the right person. Talking to Alison was the answer I had been looking for and it’s been amazing to see myself grow and change while working with her. I gained a skillset for life, a set of tools that I can use to tackle anything. Therapy is more than having a caring, empathetic person (Alison) hold a mirror to your life, it’s gaining a sense of relief and freedom. I highly highly recommend Alison! She’s got that IT factor that truly helped make me a happier more self-​realized person.

I’ve been working with Alison for about 6 months and it’s led to new insights and positive personal changes. It’s my first experience working outside the usual therapy modes, and her blend of traditional talk therapy and nontraditional perspectives has proven powerful. She is a highly skilled and open-​minded practitioner. Best of all, her demeanor is excellent: great listener, insightful feedback, professional, empathetic, intuitive, and real.
Over the years/​decades, I’ve had some semi-​productive therapeutic relationships. And then some that were frankly ridiculous — I get it, you work on my case only when the clock’s running, but how much am I paying you? Didn’t we talk about this last month? Do you take notes?
Not the case with Alison. She genuinely seems invested in understanding and helping me with my issues. Alison has renewed my faith in the value of the profession.

I found Alison purely based on her outstanding reviews here on Unilocal.
I had reached a time in my mid-​twenties where I simply wanted to speak with a «professional» about some things. I receive plenty of support from close friends and family, but I felt a pressing need to speak with a specialist. Nothing in particular, per-​se. With my tail between my legs I had recently left an occupation that I enjoyed, and I was concurrently experiencing tribulations in a beautiful multi-​year relationship. Things go a deal deeper than this, but I bring them into the light to show that putting yourself in front of someone like Alison can be extraordinairly beneficial, even for those of us out there with «basic» life questions.
I had never seen a therapist or life coach prior, and Alison proved to be exactly what I was seeking. Years of experience, professionalism and knowledge are a given with her. With Alison, you also get a good listener who’s nurturing, revealing, unbiased, challenging, honest and, perhaps the most important — empowering.
If anything here rings with current happenings in your own life, pick up the phone and give her a call. Five-​star going in and five-​star going out.

I have been working with Alison for over a year and have seen amazing changes in myself during the process. She helped me gain back my strength and showed me the path to becoming whole. I cannot thank her enough for her continued guidance and the universe for bringing us together.
I found Alison on Unilocal; so, I am happy to write this review and hopefully, in doing so, help others who are searching for a therapist get in touch with a wonderful guide.

Don’t even hesitate! Finding a good therapist is hard to do… you have just hit the jack pot! Alison is a warm, empathetic, smart person who has a great sense of humour and makes you feel immediately at ease. On top of this, she approaches therapy sessions from a holistic perspective and works with you to help you understand the interaction between your mind and body, and how your mental tension or concerns can express themselves in your physical being.
I found Alison on Unilocal following a nasty back injury and a few other health issues. Having read her blogs, I hoped that Alison could help to address some of the underlying causes of my health problems, other than just the obvious physical elements. Healthy mind, healthy body! She’s done that and more; providing me with the ability to identify the stresses in my life and how I can work to address them before they develop into physical manifestations.
This is my story but Alison has many strings to her bow and can help you with lots of challenges in your life — she is a family and marriage counselor, sex therapist, career counselor and all round dating guru! Not much you can’t talk to Alison about and the great thing is, you’ll want to.
This will truly be an experience you have never had in your average therapy sessions and one that I promise will make you look differently at yourself, your mind, your body and those around you. The best investment in you you’ll ever make.

I can’t recommend Alison highly enough as a MindBody therapist who is able to address your issues from an holistic and integrative frawmework. Alsion is a gifted healer and is truly able to connect with you at a level that is deep, loving caring, and effective. She is highly commited to her work and incredibly well trained. Her work is a extensive blend of many different modalitities which she weaves together with trememdous skill and insight in your core issues.
Perhaps the most simple and obvious thing i can say about Alison is that she is not only a wonderful therapist but a truly lovely human being. I have been very blessed to know Alison both as a client and as a professional colleague, and in both capacities i have both expereinced her work first hand and witnessed her serve and really help many ohters.
If you are looking for a extremely well trained, loving, highly sensitve and intutive therapist then you have found her! You will be very happy i am sure with her work with you.