Alana is a compassionate and dedicated Registered Clinical Counsellor committed to empowering individuals on their journey towards mental well being. A significant health challenge in her twenties fueled Alana’s passion for helping others navigate life’s challenges.
Alana’s therapeutic approach is rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a mindfulness-based framework that emphasizes acceptance of one’s thoughts and emotions while committing to actions aligned with personal values. Alana works with youth (ages 12+) and adults facing anxiety, depression, stress & burnout, grief, life transitions, chronic pain, family challenges, disordered eating, ADHD, and relationship challenges. Alana also offers EMDR and is trained in the Gottman counseling approach in working with couples.
Through a person-centered lens, Alana strives to create a safe and non-judgmental space. Alana incorporates psychoeducation as part of her clinical practice to provide clients with a comprehensive understanding of the interconnectedness of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. By empowering clients with knowledge about the brain’s functioning, she equips them with practical tools and strategies to manage stress, regulate emotions, and cultivate well-being.
Alana’s pronouns are she/her.
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