About
Pacific Woods Counseling, led by Alyson Boness, LMHC, LPC, is a practice that offers therapy services to help clients understand the motivations behind their harmful behaviors and focus on self-compassion. They aim to make health and wellness achievable. The practice provides online services through SimplePractice, adhering to HIPAA standards. They also offer evidence-based interventions and best practices in the field of mental health. Alyson Boness has 11 years of experience working in mental health at various levels of care, including inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient. She views herself as a teacher of healthy coping skills, empowering clients to make changes for themselves. Pacific Woods Counseling serves individuals, adolescents, and families, addressing concerns such as eating disorders, anxiety, hoarding, and trauma. They cater to diverse communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals. The practice's approach combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and existential therapy, utilizing techniques like family therapy, exposure therapy, journaling, and psycho-educational resources.
Insurance & payment
Pacific Woods Counseling accepts First Choice Health | FCH and is out-of-network for Kaiser. They also accept out-of-network insurance plans.
- MultiPlan
- Out of network
Listed fee: $170 per session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapy
A type of therapy that helps individuals understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Compassion Focused Therapy
A therapy approach that focuses on cultivating compassion and understanding towards oneself and others.
Dialectical (DBT) Therapy
A therapy approach that combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness and acceptance strategies.
Exposure Response Prevention Therapy
A therapy approach that helps individuals gradually confront and overcome their fears and anxieties.
Family Therapy
A type of therapy that involves working with the individual and their family members to address relationship dynamics and improve communication.
Journaling and Psycho-Educational Resources
A therapy approach that utilizes journaling and educational materials to help individuals learn healthy coping skills and strategies.