Helping you find your way—through the wild.
I'm Ali McKleroy, LMFT
For 20 years, I’ve supported women navigating anxiety, people-pleasing, perfectionism, burnout, and the quiet pain of not fully living as themselves.
My approach blends neuroscience-backed practices like mindfulness-based CBT and somatic therapy with compassionate tools like Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Nonviolent Communication (NVC).
At the heart of my work is a deep belief in your wholeness—and the power of your own inner wisdom.
I offer walk-and-talk therapy on the trails of Sonoma County, because I believe that movement, fresh air, and connection to the natural world can unlock truths that don’t always surface in a chair.
When we walk, we breathe. We process. We return to the rhythm of what’s real and alive in us.
As the author of two mental health books, I’ve also been featured as an expert in TIME, Forbes, The Guardian, Vogue, Today, Mindbodygreen, Verywell Mind, DailyOM, and more.
The Wild Path
Wild represents the parts of us that haven’t been tamed —the intuitive, emotional, creative, and authentic self we were born with but often learn to suppress.
Therapy becomes a path of unlearning and remembering, reclaiming those parts.
Nature doesn’t follow a straight line—and neither does healing.
The wild path acknowledges that transformation isn’t linear. It meanders, loops, pauses.
The wild path invites you to be who you are.
Rates
Walk-and-talk therapy & Teletherapy
Insurance
Sliding Scale
Online or in-person. Meetings are weekly or bi-weekly.
50 mins | $250 | Get started
I am an out-of-network provider, which means I do not bill insurance directly. However, I’m happy to provide a monthly superbill—a detailed receipt you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement, depending on your out-of-network benefits.
I recommend contacting your insurance provider to ask about your specific coverage for outpatient psychotherapy with a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Many plans offer partial reimbursement.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions—I’m here to help make the process as smooth as possible.
I believe therapy should be accessible, and I reserve a limited number of sliding scale spots for those experiencing financial hardship. These are offered based on need and availability.