Alison Potter, Author at Bothell Christian Counseling

About Alison Potter

As an experienced clinical social worker, I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I will walk through your areas of concern with you as you process the myriad emotions attached to the issues. You are God’s beautiful creation, and He desires to make you more like Christ each day. He is the ultimate physician and healer, and I believe He will use our sessions to help you experience a joy-filled life that reflects Christ’s love no matter the circumstances you are enduring. Together we will work toward a solution that is focused on your strengths to create a more resourceful and resilient person grounded in Christ.

3 Questions to Ask About Child Counseling

3 Questions to Ask About Child Counseling

Alison Potter2021-07-21T10:08:56-07:00

Grayson is a lively 7-year-old in the first grade, whose parents are concerned about whether he is “normal.” They love his excitable spirit. Yet, when they try to do even [...]

3 Questions to Ask About Child CounselingAlison Potter2021-07-21T10:08:56-07:00

The Effects of the Pandemic on Children’s Mental Health

The Effects of the Pandemic on Children’s Mental Health

Alison Potter2021-02-20T06:32:46-08:00

As we continue to navigate this world during a pandemic and adjust to changing rules and mandates, children and adolescents may be the hardest hit group of all. Data [...]

The Effects of the Pandemic on Children’s Mental HealthAlison Potter2021-02-20T06:32:46-08:00

5 Symptoms of OCD Parents Should Watch For

5 Symptoms of OCD Parents Should Watch For

Alison Potter2021-02-18T13:15:46-08:00

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is a potentially debilitating disorder that causes repetitive and intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive time-consuming rituals (compulsions) that are often distressing, debilitating, and life-altering. OCD is lifelong [...]

5 Symptoms of OCD Parents Should Watch ForAlison Potter2021-02-18T13:15:46-08:00

How to Recognize the Signs of Depression in Children

How to Recognize the Signs of Depression in Children

Alison Potter2021-01-06T07:38:15-08:00

Depression in children is more common than most people think, and it was once believed that children were too developmentally and emotionally immature to suffer from depression. According to the [...]

How to Recognize the Signs of Depression in ChildrenAlison Potter2021-01-06T07:38:15-08:00