Therapist in Colorado Springs, Colorado Allison Shew, Therapist
License: LPC
Provider Gender: Female
Ages Served: 18-65+
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Allison Shew, LPC
Allison Shew is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2002. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Bowling Green State University, a Master of Arts in Community Counseling from the University of Toledo, and a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology from the University of the Rockies.
Allison utilizes a strength-based approach with clients to allow them to feel empowered and in charge of their own life.
In her spare time, Allison enjoys the many outdoor opportunities that Colorado has to offer including scenic hikes and time on the golf course. Music is very important to her, and she enjoys all types of live music. Allison likes spending time in the kitchen cooking and baking and loves to check out new restaurants around town. She is a big sports fan and loves cheering on her favorite teams.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Grief
- Later Life Transitions
- Medical Conditions/Health Psychology
- Men's Issues
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Postpartum Depression/Anxiety
- PTSD/Trauma
- School Avoidance
- Sleep Disorders/Insomnia
- Women's Issues
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)-EAP
- Carelon (Kaiser Permanente)
- Centivo
- Elevance Health (Anthem BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Evernorth (Cigna)-EAP
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- MultiPlan (PHCS)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)-EAP
- Partners Direct Health
- Rocky Mountain Health Plans (RMHP)
- Sana Benefits
- Town and Country (MotivHealth)
- UC Health/SBA (TriWest)
Interventions
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- CBT for Insomnia
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Exposure Therapy
- Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
- Parenting Skills
Populations
- Adoption/Foster Care
- First Responders
- Head Injuries
- LGBTQIA+
- Men
- Military/Veterans
- Women
Education
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University of the Rockies
Graduate School | 2010
Colorado Springs, CO, United States
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The University of Toledo
Graduate School | 2002
Toledo, OH, United States
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Bowling Green State University
Undergraduate | 1997
Bowling Green, OH, United States
Languages
- English
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Allison Shew. You can also call 719-649-1902 to have someone assist you.
Allison Shew generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 719-649-1902 to find out Allison Shew's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Allison Shew:
- Aetna
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)-EAP
- Carelon (Kaiser Permanente)
- Centivo
- Elevance Health (Anthem BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Evernorth (Cigna)-EAP
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- MultiPlan (PHCS)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)-EAP
- Partners Direct Health
- Rocky Mountain Health Plans (RMHP)
- Sana Benefits
- Town and Country (MotivHealth)
- UC Health/SBA (TriWest)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 719-649-1902 to see how we can help.
Allison Shew is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Yes, Allison Shew does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Allison Shew is currently offering in-office visits.