Listens and understands. Offers wisdom and advice from years of experience. Thank you for all of your help.
Dr. Alissa Putman, Psychologist
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Alissa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Alissa. View 2 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Maryland
Recent reviews
Dr. Putnam is mindful in how she addresses my questions concerns and mindset. She wants me to focus on me and getting to my personal goals. And helping me step by step get to resolve other issues I have
More about Alissa
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- Psychologist
It takes courage to seek out therapy and my goal is to create a space where you will feel safe, trusted and supported to explore what is important to you. I will work empathically and collaboratively with you by seeking to understand what is going well and areas which you would like to change. Drawing from principles of positive psychology and executive coaching, I will work with you to set goals to help you move forward in areas where you might feel stuck. I believe that one of the most important aspects of therapy is fit/rapport with your therapist. Therefore, I will often check in with you to make sure that we are going in a direction that you want. Your time is valuable and it is important that we are meeting your goals for seeking out therapy.
I am a licensed psychologist in Maryland with over 20 years of experience working with diverse clients in a variety of settings, including higher education and healthcare. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, identity exploration, career exploration, job burnout, stress management, resiliency and managing competing demands. In my work with clients, I use a client-centered approach and draw from positive psychology, cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal and family systems theories. My volunteer work includes providing suicide prevention education through the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and providing mentoring to underrepresented minority teens.
I very much look forward to working with you.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Body image
Communication problems
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Dr. Alissa Putman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669112546.
- Psychologist · Maryland · 04134 · Expires March 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Dr. Alissa Putman
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Listens and understands. Offers wisdom and advice from years of experience. Thank you for all of your help.
Dr. Putnam is mindful in how she addresses my questions concerns and mindset. She wants me to focus on me and getting to my personal goals. And helping me step by step get to resolve other issues I have
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Alissa Putman offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Alissa Putman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Alissa Putman speak?
Dr. Alissa Putman speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Alissa Putman have?
Dr. Alissa Putman has 20 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Alissa Putman licensed to practice?
Dr. Alissa Putman is licensed to practice in Maryland.
Does Dr. Alissa Putman accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Alissa Putman does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Alissa Putman offer?
Dr. Alissa Putman offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Dr. Alissa Putman?
Dr. Alissa Putman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Alissa Putman?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.