Testimonials

Learned a lot about ASAM: Professor did a great job of giving us relevant material for our future careers. She explained all the information very thoroughly, answered all questions, provided helpful feedback. I learned a lot and I enjoyed learning about the ASAM...

Mrs. McAllister was the perfect instructor for the course I took. She is fluent in the language of drug and alcohol assessment, and can explore nuances in the material pivoting easily within the material. She did a great job of integrating a wide range of students...

As someone who has worked with a number of different therapists, I highly recommend Ella and her expertise. Ella utilizes evidenced-based techniques to help identify thoughts and behaviors. Her ability to apply a number of counseling techniques, while maintaining a...

"When I started therapy with Ella, I was reluctant to truly engage in the process. I was defensive, scared, and hurt. I was unsure that I could gain anything from therapy, and full of excuses as to why it just couldn’t be effective for me. Ella proved me wrong. Fast...

"Ella was an amazing therapist who helped me work through anxiety and family issues. Some issues I knew I needed to work on, and others I discovered as time went on. She helped me untangle the mess of emotions and thoughts into a system that helped give me clarity. I...

Seeking therapy is a tremendously vulnerable feeling. Not with Ella. It took me years, having gone through multiple counseling professionals to find the right fit, which caused me to almost give up on my healing journey. As soon as we had our consultation, it felt as...

"I recently retained the services of Assessment and Counseling Services for a client that was charged with multiple drug charges (First Degree) and had a severe drug addiction. Based on the charges, prison exposure was 10 to 20 years. Having previously worked with...

"I am a divorce and family law attorney and had the pleasure of working with Ella McAllister on one of my cases involving child custody and allegations of substance abuse. Ella helped me as an attorney to address the flaws in the expert report of my adversary and also...

"I have used Ms. McAllister's services for my clients. She is thorough, knowledgeable and professional. She establishes a great rapport with the client that puts them at ease. Her reports are detailed and comprehensive. I would not hesitate to recommend Ms. McAllister...

"What I appreciated most about working with Ms. McAllister is how responsive she was. She understood we were under a deadline and she was accommodating in scheduling a meeting. She quickly produced a detailed report for us that resulted in a positive outcome for my...

"Raffaella is a very dependable and thorough Clinician and individual. Her written evaluations are comprehensive. She is knowledgeable about addiction and the Criminal Justice System. She is someone who pushes to expand her knowledge and expertise, and will go the...

"Ella is a dedicated behavioral health professional, who is knowledgeable, and adheres to high ethical standards. As a result of the superb clinical supervision she has provided to our counselors, our client care and the professional development of our counseling...

"Ms. McAllister has conducted a number of evaluations for our clients. She has consistently provided comprehensive and accurate evaluations that have helped us to meet the needs of our clients." William Wackowski, ESQ., The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall

"I have tried to go to therapy before and decided to drop out. When I was dealing with some personal struggles, I decided to reach out to Ella and give it another try. From the beginning, Ella was always very patient and took time to understand any underlying...

"Ella is an incredible Therapist. I was going through a difficult time in my life with depression and suicidal thoughts. Ella opened my mind to new avenues, leading me to become a better person. From reading books, to drinking less alcohol, and eventually quitting...

"I had found myself dealing with some personal struggles when I decided to reach out to Ella. This was my first time in therapy and I don’t think I could have made a better choice. Right from the start, Ella was helping me realize behaviors and tendencies that had...