Kristalyn (kris) Allison

Kristalyn (Kris) Allison is a skilled Clinical Social Worker and therapist, holding credentials as an MSW, LCSW-S, RPT-S, and CATP. Her practice encompasses a diverse clientele, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, past trauma, relationship challenges, and behavioral difficulties among children, teens, and adults. With years of experience in play therapy and a commitment to understanding each client's unique journey, she fosters an open-minded and non-judgmental atmosphere for healing. Recognizing the importance of the therapeutic relationship, Kristalyn deeply cares for her clients, facilitating successful outcomes through collaboration. She is also a graduate of Texas State's Animal Assisted Counseling Program and integrates a well-trained Siberian Husky, Sansa, alongside an adorable Papillon, Pixie, into her therapy sessions to enrich the therapeutic experience. As a board-approved supervisor for clinical hours and play therapy, she passionately shares her knowledge with others in her field. Her fully equipped play therapy studio caters to all ages, featuring sand tray therapy, art and music therapy, and imaginative play tools. In addition to her expertise in traditional talk therapy, Kristalyn is proficient with alternative modalities, offering a holistic approach to client care, and actively collaborates with parents to enhance their parenting skills.