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Ali McGarel

Pre-Licensed Professional
Accepting clients Last Updated 1 days ago

With a background in the entertainment industry, I especially enjoy working with student creatives—actors, musicians, dancers, writers, designers, and more—who are navigating rejection, comparison, self-doubt, and uncertainty. We can work together to build resilience, strengthen your sense of self, and help you stay grounded in an industry that often feels anything but.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and direct. I believe you already have the answers within you—therapy is a space where we slow down, ask the right questions, and help you move forward in a way that feels aligned.

If this resonates, I'd be glad to connect.
I look forward to taking this journey together.


Specialties

Anxiety Body Image Career Concerns College adjustment Depression Existential Challenges / Crises Identity Development Life Transitions Self-esteem

Insurance & Payment

In-Network Insurance Plans

Ali McGarel is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Anthem Anthem Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Choice Select PPO Cigna and Evernorth Optum

Rates

First session --
Ongoing sessions $200

Practice Hours

Monday 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday --
Saturday --
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Culturally Sensitive Depth Therapy Eclectic Emotion-focused therapy Existential Narrative Psychodynamic Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) Strength-Based

Modalities

Couples Individuals

Age Groups

Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)

Communities

Artists

Meeting Options

Video sessions available

Qualifications

  • Supervisor(s): Adam Fominaya
  • Supervisor License(s): IL-071010432

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English