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Alana Nelson-Patnaude

Therapist
32 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

When I opened my practice, my simple vision was, and and still is, to help as many people as I can. I love what I do. It's my passion, and I take my job very seriously. If you become my client, I will work hard to help you overcome obstacles, find solutions to your problems, and work through the feelings weighing so heavy on your heart and mind. I will be with you every step of the way!

My approach to therapy

In addition to the approaches I've listed in my profile, I also implement a number of other very specialized techniques that I've perfected over my 31 years in private practice. In doing so, I've witnessed miraculous changes in thousands of clients, overcoming years of negative patterns that resulted in failed relationships, emotional turmoil & disappointment.

What you can expect from me

My goal for each session is always to help you leave feeling stronger, wiser, and lighter than when you began. I always look to assist you in gaining insight and moving closer to your goals. I will help you increase your awareness, improve your ability to cope more effectively with not only your current situation, but with difficulties you may encounter in the future, and help you learn techniques to dramatically improve your mood and your life!

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Solution Oriented, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    32 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Barry University, BA-Bachelor Of Arts at Florida Atlantic University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Florida Blue, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Behavior Modification, Positive Psychology, Attachment Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Codependency Behavioral, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English