Allison Middleton

Trauma Informed, Person-Centered
Licensed Social Worker
1 year in practice
Accepted Insurance Plans:
  • Out of Network
  • 2nd Floor
  • 8508 Germantown Avenue
  • Philadelphia,PA

About Allison Middleton

Texting available at 215-436-8115. You deserve the best version of you! There is hope. Are you looking for a safe space to explore yourself? Do you wish to learn how to affirm, support, and love yourself for being you? I can help you discover the self-care that is best for you and how to be the best in your relationships, using tools like the Enneagram. I am trauma informed and am happy to help change what is negatively impacting you in your life. I am also passionate about seeing couples and helping relationships develop true intimacy and healthy communication skills. This therapeutic relationship can change your life.

I am an LGBTQIA+ clinician myself who is longing to help you feel loved and accepted, no matter your gender identity or sexual orientation. I empathize with the pain of not understanding yourself or holding shame for who you are. In couples therapy, I use Imago techniques and am open to all types of couples, including homosexual, heterosexual, and more.

It is time to see if we are a great fit for a therapeutic relationship. Feel free to bring up anything in session. Nothing is off limits. Our relationship will be based on trust, kindness, and working towards your goals. We will work together to make the changes that you wold like to make. Do not hesitate to reach out today!

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This is actually totally normal. Sexuality and sexual expression is on a spectrum. At certain times in your life your sexuality might learn towards one side of the spectrum based on a variety of things including your relationship status, acceptance from your community, whether or not you want... more

The information above is intended as general information...  (more)The information above is intended as general information based on minimal information, and does not constitute health care advice. This information does not constitute communication with a counselor/therapist nor does it create a therapist-client relationship nor any of the privileges that relationship may provide. If you are currently feeling suicidal or are in crisis, call 911 or proceed to your local emergency room.

Surprisingly, humans often have other desires and interests in people beside our partners. This is, in fact, normal and the crush alone is no cause for concern. People are able to have these desires while at the same time choosing not to act on them based on their values or commitment to their... more

The information above is intended as general information...  (more)The information above is intended as general information based on minimal information, and does not constitute health care advice. This information does not constitute communication with a counselor/therapist nor does it create a therapist-client relationship nor any of the privileges that relationship may provide. If you are currently feeling suicidal or are in crisis, call 911 or proceed to your local emergency room.

Knowing if you should stay or if you should go is one of the most difficult questions in relationships. I imagine if you are asking this question you are experiencing pain, confusion, and frustration. All of these things are difficult to manage, but know that you are not alone in those feelings. So... more

The information above is intended as general information...  (more)The information above is intended as general information based on minimal information, and does not constitute health care advice. This information does not constitute communication with a counselor/therapist nor does it create a therapist-client relationship nor any of the privileges that relationship may provide. If you are currently feeling suicidal or are in crisis, call 911 or proceed to your local emergency room.

This may not be the answer that you want to hear, but it will be impossible for you to be certain of whether or not your spouse had sex unless they tell you that they remember they did. In order to elicit the most honest response, it is important that you give your partner a safe, nonjudgmental... more

The information above is intended as general information...  (more)The information above is intended as general information based on minimal information, and does not constitute health care advice. This information does not constitute communication with a counselor/therapist nor does it create a therapist-client relationship nor any of the privileges that relationship may provide. If you are currently feeling suicidal or are in crisis, call 911 or proceed to your local emergency room.

First of all, it is incredibly brave to be honest with yourself about who you are and what you want. Being authentically you is scary and to know that being you will impact your relationships is even scarier. Here are some tips on what to do while you are working through it:- You don't have to tell... more

The information above is intended as general information...  (more)The information above is intended as general information based on minimal information, and does not constitute health care advice. This information does not constitute communication with a counselor/therapist nor does it create a therapist-client relationship nor any of the privileges that relationship may provide. If you are currently feeling suicidal or are in crisis, call 911 or proceed to your local emergency room.

You should be able to trust your therapist. If you do not feel comfortable telling them what is going on after 6 weeks, then it is time for you to look for a better fit. You should feel supported by your therapist, but also pushed at times. Therapists are there to help you grow.A therapy fit means... more

The information above is intended as general information...  (more)The information above is intended as general information based on minimal information, and does not constitute health care advice. This information does not constitute communication with a counselor/therapist nor does it create a therapist-client relationship nor any of the privileges that relationship may provide. If you are currently feeling suicidal or are in crisis, call 911 or proceed to your local emergency room.