AUTHOR

Alisha Powell PhD, LCSW

Licensing & Certifications:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C) in the states of Colorado, Georgia, Minnesota, Massachusetts, Maryland and District of Columbia
Level 1, 2, and 3 Certification in Research Based Approach to Couples Therapy, Gottman Institute
Post-Graduate Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy

Professional Background

Alisha has experience working in a variety of settings that have included long term care, hospitals, outpatient clinics, and residential treatment centers working with clients from all walks of life. She is well versed in case management, social work education, assessment, and couples therapy. She is passionate about being a lifelong learner and empowering individuals to develop and maintain healthy interpersonal relationships.

Alisha has also conducted family assessments for couples and collaborated on an interdisciplinary team with professional colleagues. In addition to her practical experience, she’s experienced in motivational interviewing, sex therapy, multi-problem families, and substance abuse. She’s also completed Level 1, 2, & 3 of the Gottman Institute Training (Advanced Training).

In addition to writing for ChoosingTherapy.com, Alisha Powell’s expertise has been featured in Bustle, Yahoo Lifestyle, Fast Company, Parade, Healthline, Romper, Social Work Guide, Thrive Global, MedTravelers, and Up Journey.

Education:

PhD in Social Psychology from Walden University
Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Denver
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Oakwood University

Areas of Focus

Alisha Powell is a respected therapist specializing in mental health and couples therapy.
Her areas of focus include:

Mental health
Work-life balance
Racial trauma
Religiously abusive organizations
Therapy implications for working with minority populations

Religious Trauma: Examples, Symptoms, & How to Heal

Religious trauma syndrome occurs when an individual struggles with leaving a religion or a set of beliefs contributing to their indoctrination. Religious trauma often involves breaking away from a controlling environment, lifestyle, or spiritual figure. In some settings, the symptoms of religious trauma can be similar to those of complex post-traumatic stress disorder.

November 11, 2020

How to Stop Overthinking in Relationships

How to Stop Overthinking in a Relationship

Overthinking in relationships can lead to a myriad of challenges. Essentially, you’re living in the future or the past and aren’t able to be emotionally available for your partner in the moment. Being willing to confront overthinking can lead to healthier relationships.

November 11, 2020

What Minority Stress Means for LGBTQ+, BIPOC, & More

Living as a minority in the United States is a stressful experience. Racism, homophobia, sexism, and discrimination in multiple forms are often highlighted in local and national news outlets.

November 11, 2020

Relationship Anxiety: Signs, Causes, & 8 Ways to Cope

Relationship Anxiety: Signs, Causes, & 8 Ways to Overcome

Relationship anxiety describes feelings of insecurity, worry, and doubt regarding your relationship or compatibility with a partner. Relationship anxiety may stem from attachment difficulties in early childhood, emotional neglect, or from general anxiety that manifests as worry in your relationships. Although these feelings are difficult to experience, therapy and stress management techniques can help reduce them and improve relationships.

November 11, 2020