What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
About Alison Pugh
Focus areas
Adult Psychotherapy
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Anxiety
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Life Transition
Clientele seen
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Compassion Focused
Family Systems
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Alison Pugh
I believe therapy should feel supportive, grounded, and practical. My approach is collaborative and evidence-based, helping clients better understand themselves while building tools that support meaningful change in everyday life. I work with adults navigating anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, caregiving stress, grief, aging-related concerns, and major life transitions, with a focus on creating a space that feels compassionate, steady, and genuinely human.
Through virtual therapy at MK Wellness Collective, I help clients move from survival mode toward greater emotional clarity, stronger boundaries, increased self-trust, and a deeper sense of balance in their lives and relationships across Massachusetts.
What should a new client know about working with you?
You do not need to have everything figured out before starting therapy with me. Many of the clients I work with are used to being the strong one, the responsible one, or the person everyone else relies on, while quietly feeling overwhelmed underneath it all. My style is warm, grounded, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe enough to show up honestly while also gaining practical tools that help outside of sessions. Together, we focus on helping you better understand yourself, navigate stress and life transitions more effectively, and create meaningful change that feels sustainable in everyday life.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My approach is collaborative, thoughtful, and tailored to what you need most in this season of life. Early sessions focus on getting to know you beyond just symptoms or stressors. I want to understand your experiences, relationships, strengths, patterns, and what feels emotionally heavy or difficult right now. From there, we work together to identify goals that feel meaningful and realistic for you.
Throughout therapy, I integrate evidence-based approaches like CBT, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, strengths-based reflection, and practical coping strategies to help you better understand what is happening underneath the anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, or life transition you may be navigating. Sessions are intended to feel supportive and grounding while also helping you build tools, insight, emotional clarity, and lasting changes that support your daily life and relationships.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $150 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 50 minutes
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
More information on payments and coverage
I accept several major insurance plans, though coverage varies by provider and location. Before your first appointment, we will work to verify your benefits so you have a clear understanding of coverage and any potential out-of-pocket costs. If you have questions about insurance, payment options, or scheduling, I encourage you to reach out. I’m happy to help you understand your options and see if we would be a good fit to work together.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- The University of Texas at Arlington, Master's in Clinical Social Work
Professional memberships
- National Association of Social Workers
NPI number
1407461866
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Is Alison Pugh accepting new patients?
Alison Pugh generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Alison Pugh's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
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What practice does Alison Pugh work with?
Alison Pugh works with MK Wellness Collective LLC.
What are common reasons for patients to see Alison Pugh?
Alison Pugh frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Alison Pugh on their profile.
What languages does Alison Pugh speak?
Alison Pugh speaks English.
How do patients rate Alison Pugh in reviews?
4 patients have reviewed Alison Pugh. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.