Alison Mann, LCSW

01/19/2026

The idea of going out in public bald for the first time probably feels overwhelming, scary or maybe not possible. And I bet I can identify one of the biggest barriers – you’re not breaking it down into smaller steps.

You’re likely imagining yourself ripping off the bandaid (and imagining all the worse case scenarios along with it)! For most people I work with, these thoughts are keeping them stuck. The answer? creating small sustainable steps.

This process not only makes the task less daunting, but it helps build confidence along the way. When you design a process for yourself that increases your trust in yourself to handle hard things, it makes it that much easier.

I created a 30min workshop that walks through the process of how you can create steps that will ACTUALLY get you towards your goal rather than continuing to feel paralyzed in your thoughts ❤️

It is my Coping with Anxiety due to Hair Loss workshop!! Not only will receive this workshop, but you will also receive my 2 other workshops. Right now the alopecia workshop bundle is $30 OFF (meaning you get ALL workshops for only $19.99 instead of $49.99). Let this be the year hair loss doesn’t get in your way💕

You can comment “Workshop” and I will send you the link OR you can find the link in my bio✨

01/04/2026

Stepping into 2026 as the owner of 2 businesses & actually letting myself feel confident about it✨ While getting things ready for my private practice over the past month, each time someone said “Congrats”, my automatic response would be “Yeah I know it’s so weird right” 🤦🏻‍♀️

1. It felt like I couldn’t really live in the accomplishment yet (and it honestly does feel weird because I have wanted to do this since I was an adolescent so it’s crazy that it’s actually here?)

2. It is always hard for me to accept a compliment knowing there is always more I want to do

Proof that confidence isn’t a destination, it’s a CONSTANT practice. There is not one thing that I tell my own clients about confidence that I don’t actively use for myself because it’s ongoing!!

With tomorrow being the first official day of running both of my businesses, I am FINALLY letting myself just be proud. And I promise the next person who tells me congrats in person, I will not respond with “I know it’s weird right” lol and full permission to call me out if I say that

01/04/2026

The announcement i’ve imagined making since I was 12✨🥹 I am so excited to share the opening of my private practice! Authentically You Therapy specializes in the treatment of body image, anxiety/OCD, eating disorders and BFRBs. Rooted in body-positive and neurodivergent affirming care ❤️ Essentially – therapy for everyone & everyBODY who has ever felt different. I am currently accepting therapy clients who are located in New York (hopefully will be accepting New Jersey within this next year!)

My first business, Aid by Ali, will still exist for all of its non-therapy hair loss supports! Hair loss coaching, peer support group, workshops etc. 🫶🏻 Having two dream businesses is more than my 12 year old self could have imagined.

I am so grateful to do this work, to support incredible clients and for everyone who has supported my endeavors ❤️

As always, link in bio to reach out!
(or you can just go browse my new practice website… I put a lot of hours into it😅)

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04/29/2023

Acceptance sounds so simple, but it can be really hard! No matter what stage of life you are in, it is something that requires continuous practice.

If you have been wanting to work on self acceptance, I am currently accepting new clients in NY! You can use the link in my bio to set up a free 15 min consultation💓

04/29/2023

Have you had trouble finding your confidence since hair loss?

Are you not sure how to start increasing your self esteem in a world that shames hair loss?

Maybe you have felt intense social anxiety or struggled to live your life as fully as you want?

My signature evidenced based coaching program, Reclaim Alopecia Roadmap, is coming soon! It is for those struggling to find confidence, empowerment and self acceptance after hair loss❤️ As a therapist and someone with hair loss since age 4, I know exactly what the formula is to start feeling more in control of your journey!

I will take you step by step with actionable guides, evidence based mental health tools, exercises, individualized support & group support to get you where you want to be! No one deserves to feel held back by hair loss.

If you or someone else in your life is looking to reclaim their power since hair loss and no longer let it control their life, make sure you click the link and fill out the form to be notified of the launch!! https://www.aidbyali.com/coaching

11/23/2022

My "Uniqueness is Beauty" collection is out now! Beauty does not exist without body diversity of all kinds & we were never meant to live within societal boxes. Help spread this message through this collection! Perfect gift for adults and kids because no one is too young or too old to embrace differences and be part of this change. 5% of all net profits of the collection will be donated each month to a different mental health non profit, National Alopecia Areata Foundation, or Childrens Alopecia Project. You can shop under the "shop" tab on this page or on www.aidbyali.com

05/28/2021

Wrote a piece about how my hair loss and gymnastics journeys intertwined ❤️ If you want to know about my full Alopecia story check it out!

“I felt like I had no identity other than being the weird bald girl. Every time I looked in the mirror, I was disappointed with what I saw.”

03/23/2021

Your worth is not dependent on your job, pay, looks, or anything. You are just as worthy as the next person💕

03/06/2021

A reminder I tell myself often💕🙌🏼

03/01/2021

Happy Social Work Month! We are all these things and so much MORE.