Addressing the root causes of dysfunction, not just the symptoms
At BRAVE Counseling & Consulting, we are a team of licensed therapists dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals to process and heal from trauma. Our mission is to empower individuals to overcome the challenges they face and to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.
Our Approach
We take a unique and compassionate approach to therapy, focusing on the complex relationships between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Our team is trained in various therapeutic approaches, including the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), a trauma-processing modality that helps individuals connect with their inner selves and cope with their emotional pain.
Our Services
Our therapists specialize in treating a wide range of presenting symptoms, including anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues, trauma, and dissociation. We offer individual and group therapy sessions, as well as online sessions via a secure network.
About Our Therapists
Our team of therapists is made up of experienced professionals who are passionate about helping others heal and grow. Our therapists have advanced degrees in counseling psychology and marriage and family therapy, and are licensed by the state of California.
Alison Papion, LMFT, CCRMP
As the founder of BRAVE Counseling & Consulting, Alison Papion is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience in treating complex trauma and other challenging life experiences. She is certified in the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM) and has a thriving private psychotherapy practice in Southern and Northern California.
Carly Reifman, LMFT, ATR
Carly Reifman is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist. She is passionate about helping individuals heal and grow through somatic-based psychotherapy, CRM, and art therapy. Her approach is centered around creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore consciousness and connect with themselves.
Stephen Douthit, AMFT
Stephen Douthit is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialization in mindfulness awareness for men. He is passionate about helping men connect with their inner selves and overcome challenges such as depression, anxiety, and trauma.
What Sets Us Apart
At BRAVE Counseling & Consulting, we believe that trauma is a root cause of many presenting symptoms. We take a trauma-informed approach to therapy, focusing on the complex relationships between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Our therapists are trained in various therapeutic approaches, including the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), and offer a safe and supportive environment for individuals to heal and grow.
Get Started
If you're seeking a compassionate and supportive environment to process and heal from trauma, we invite you to reach out to us. Our therapists are dedicated to providing you with the attention and care you deserve.
Exceptional Online Therapy Services
Brave Counseling and Consulting has received rave reviews for its exceptional online therapy services, particularly from clients who have benefited from the expertise of their licensed therapist, Alison Papion. Reviewers have praised the comfort, ease of access, and effectiveness of the therapy sessions, which have helped them cope with various life challenges, including anxiety, depression, past trauma, and loss.
Personalized and Compassionate Approach
Clients have appreciated Alison's personalized and compassionate approach, which has created a safe and welcoming space for them to share their stories and emotions. Reviewers have praised her ability to connect with clients, her advanced skills in managing dissociation and automatic defenses, and her commitment to containing and holding space for clients.
Positive Impact on Mental Health
The therapy sessions have had a profound impact on clients' mental health, with many reporting significant improvements in their anxiety, depression, and overall well-being. Reviewers have credited Alison and Brave Counseling and Consulting with helping them work through traumatic experiences, develop coping mechanisms, and gain a renewed sense of purpose and direction.
Comfort and Convenience
The office environment has been described as warm, welcoming, and comfortable, with clients appreciating the attention to detail in creating a safe and relaxing space. The availability of online sessions has also been a major draw, allowing clients to access therapy from the comfort of their own homes.
Overall Satisfaction
Reviewers have expressed their gratitude for the services provided by Alison and Brave Counseling and Consulting, with many stating that they have found success and relief through the therapy sessions. The overall satisfaction with the services is evident, with clients praising the therapist's expertise, compassion, and commitment to helping them achieve their mental health goals.
