Allison Blankenship

With over a decade of experience in diverse settings, Dr. Allison "Paige" Blankenship brings a wealth of expertise to her role as Clinical Director at Audra Walsh Psychology Group. A licensed psychologist specializing in trauma-informed care, Dr. Blankenship offers a compassionate, evidence-based approach to therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families.

Dr. Blankenship's practice is grounded in proven therapeutic methods, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and social skills training. She is particularly adept at addressing anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress, executive functioning difficulties, and obsessive-compulsive symptoms. Her proficiency extends to working with families dealing with challenging and disruptive child behaviors, offering both collaborative and coaching models of parenting sessions.

A certified practitioner of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Dr. Blankenship has completed specialized fellowships at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital and University of California – Davis, enhancing her expertise in trauma-informed assessment and treatment. She is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) and trained in additional evidence-based trauma treatments such as Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and PCIT for Traumatized Children.

In addition to her therapeutic work, Dr. Blankenship conducts comprehensive psychological evaluations, assessing social-emotional functioning, trauma-related experiences and symptoms, executive functioning difficulties, learning disorders, and intellectual functioning. Her experience extends to evaluations for families involved with the foster care system and those in the adoption process.

Dr. Blankenship's approach to therapy is holistic, recognizing the impact of family systems, cultural factors, and individual goals and values on mental health. She prioritizes building strong relationships with families to tailor evidence-based approaches to each family's unique needs and personal style. Her commitment to community outreach is evident in her volunteer work and her passion for providing training to parents, medical professionals, and others in building communication and relationship skills with children.

With a Doctorate in Combined Counseling Psychology and School Psychology from Florida State University, following a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Florida, Dr. Blankenship brings a strong academic foundation to her practice. Her professional affiliations include the American Psychological Association and the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children.

Clients working with Dr. Blankenship can expect a therapist who not only brings extensive professional expertise but also a genuine commitment to fostering resilience and stable relationships. Her approach is tailored to each individual or family, ensuring that therapy is not only evidence-based but also personally meaningful and effective.