Ali Sullivan – Accepting New Clients
Ali Lyons | Specialist in Anxiety, Perfectionism, & Relational Autonomy
LCSW-C – Maryland
Insurance: Cigna, UHC, Aetna, BCBS, Kaiser, and Johns Hopkins
Location: Virtual Telehealth Therapist
Expertise in Anxiety, Panic, & Perfectionism
My name is Ali (she/her), and I am a specialist dedicated to helping individuals break free from the paralyzing cycles of Generalized Anxiety and Panic Attacks. I hold particular expertise in working with “high-achievers” struggling with Perfectionism—those who feel a relentless pressure to be flawless, often at the cost of their own mental well-being. I help you dismantle the self-critical beliefs that fuel your anxiety, moving you toward a life of radical self-compassion, courage, and genuine self-love.
Clinical Focus: Relationship Dynamics & Autonomy
I provide expert guidance for individuals navigating the complexities of Attachment Styles and Relationship Boundaries. I specialize in helping you foster relational autonomy—learning how to be deeply connected to others while maintaining a strong, independent sense of self. By exploring your “love language” and communication patterns, we work to build secure, healthy connections that honor your needs and values.
Young Adult Transitions & Identity
I have a clinical passion for working with Young Adults navigating the uncertainty of life’s major transitions. Whether you are transitioning into a new career, navigating changes in your family dynamic, or exploring your identity, I provide a stabilizing force. As an LGBTQIA+ affirming provider, I offer a safe, celebratory space to explore who you are and who you want to become, ensuring you feel seen in all your humanity.
An Integrative, Evidence-Based Approach
My approach is highly collaborative and rooted in the belief that while life is difficult, suffering doesn’t have to be permanent. I utilize a sophisticated blend of modalities to create a “life worth living”:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): To challenge the core beliefs that influence how you view yourself and the world.
Trauma-Focused CBT: To safely address and manage the impact of painful past experiences.
Solution-Focused Therapy: To identify your existing strengths and move toward practical, positive change.
Radical Acceptance: To help you manage vulnerable and “imperfect” emotions with grace and resilience.
Primary Specializations
Anxiety & Panic Disorder Recovery
Perfectionism & Self-Criticism Reform
Relational Boundaries & Attachment Styles
Young Adult Life Transitions
Trauma-Informed Growth
LGBTQIA+ Identity Affirmation
And when I’m not in the therapy room…
I stay grounded through the outdoors—you can find me at the beach, on a boat, or skiing down a mountain. I also find joy in yoga, singing, traveling, and spending time with my cat (and a bit of chocolate!).
Are you ready to stop letting worry rule your life? Let’s collaborate to build a path toward the peace and self-compassion you deserve.
Client Testimonial
“Ali showed up for me in just the ways I needed during the years I worked with her. While some of my past therapists spoke either too much (asserting their own agenda/perspective) or not enough (listening too passively), Ali effortlessly balanced actively listening to me with also gently guiding our sessions. She suggested helpful ways to reframe my experience. She led me through in-session therapeutic exercises such as internal family systems therapy/parts work. And she suggested practical tactics to tweak my work style or lifestyle in ways that would better meet my needs. Ali helped me heal, stabilize, self-regulate, and live better.”
–35 year-old man, Baltimore City, MD
Credentials: MSW, LCSW-C
License Number: 22787
