Hi, I’m Alena! I am an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor who works with adolescents, adults, and families. I earned my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grand Canyon University and offer therapy in both English and Russian.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, relationship and family challenges, life transitions, and difficulty managing emotions. I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel uncomfortable, so I aim to create a welcoming space where clients can be themselves, feel heard, and talk openly about what they are going through.
My approach is warm, person-centered, and solution-focused. I want therapy to feel supportive while also helping clients find practical ways to move forward. Depending on each client’s needs, I may also use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, exposure and response prevention, and trauma-informed approaches. You do not need to have everything figured out before beginning therapy. We can start wherever you are and work from there.
