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Ali Piacente

Ali understands the messy, beautiful and often overwhelming realities of raising kids. As a mom herself, she works alongside parents to build steadiness and connection as they navigate the ups and downs of raising children. Ali has supported new and expecting parents as well as those raising school-age children and adolescents facing struggles at home, at school, and through the challenges of growing up. She also cares deeply about supporting adults navigating major life transitions – offering a space to pause, reflect and feel less alone.
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How I can help you

My approach to counseling is grounded in warmth, curiosity, and a genuine desire to connect with you. Starting counseling takes courage, and my hope is that when we’re together, you feel supported and understood.

 

For families with young children, I offer Theraplay® with kids under nine and their parents/caregivers. These playful, structured activities use the parent–child relationship as the foundation for building safety and connection, while also helping with challenges like big emotions, meltdowns, or dysregulation at home.

 

I use art therapy with kids over 8 years old, teens, and adults, often weaving in polyvagal-informed practices to support awareness of the body and nervous system. My work is trauma-informed, and I’m mindful of how overwhelming experiences can show up in artmaking, in the body, or in the stories we carry.

 

Even though our life experiences may be different, my goal is that you never feel I’m “above” you as an expert. Instead, I show up as someone who likely knows some of the same emotions you carry and can walk alongside you as you move through them. As you take steps toward more freedom in your life, I am honored to serve as your guide, witness, and companion.

Meet Ali

A short introduction to my work and the primary branches of my practice

If you’re interested in working together, you can reach out to request a consultation.

Areas of focus

Primary Modalities

  • Parenting Support and parent/child relationships

  • Perfectionism and high self-expectation

  • Understanding your nervous system

  • Perinatal and Postpartum wellness

  • Anxiety and life transitions

  • Art therapy

  • Theraplay

  • Polyvagal-informed

  • Mindfulness

  • Trauma-informed

Training and Education

01/2024

LCPC #LC1473

06/2025

LCPAT #ATC412

05/2024

ATR-BC #17-256

2026

2025

2017

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists

Licensed Clinical Professional Art Therapist

Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists

Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist

Art Therapy Credentials Board

45 CEU Hours Clinical Supervisor Training

CCFAM Training

Certified Theraplay Practitioner

The Theraplay Institute

Trained in Perinatal and Postpartum Mood Disorders

Postpartum Support International

Glimmer Counseling and Art Therapy is a marketing collaborative of independent mental health practitioners. Clinical services are provided by their respective independent business entities

© 2026 Glimmer Counseling & Art Therapy

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