Alana
She/They
Alana is a Sexologist, Psychotherapist and Counsellor, Gestalt Therapist, Eco Therapist, Somatic Practitioner, Gottman level 2 Therapist, Yoga Instructor and Ayurveda Practitioner. She also enjoys utilising her knowledge from their previous work as a Thai Massage and Marma point therapist when suitable.
Alana works as a person centred, trauma informed psychotherapist and sexologist to support her clients through life's twists and turns. She focuses on a here and now, embodied approach that cultivates the connection between the mind-body. By reconnecting with the body's responses to certain behavioural or environmental factors, Alana helps her clients make sense of their experiences on a deeper level. She supports her clients to bring about meaningful, positive change in their lives by helping them understand how their past is impacting their present.
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Understanding the sensitive nature surrounding topics of gender, sex and sexuality, Alana holds a safe space to work through difficult issues. She is easy to talk to, approaching her clients with warmth and a judgement free disposition. Her humanistic approach to therapy helps break down barriers, provide clients with the tools to communicate their needs and can reinforce key relationships in client's lives.
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Alana practices with the understanding that life changing therapy is a journey, not a cure-all or quick fix. All gendered, sexual, racial and cultural identities are welcome and will be respected here.
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"I was working with Alana for 6 months during an incredibly difficult period in my life. Alana has a very compassionate way of creating a safe environment even through the laptop screen. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who has had difficult experiences in the past with other mental health professionals, I never felt judged and it was a slow paced process where I felt comfortable to be open. She is both sincere and informative."
client testimonial - late 20's (she/her)