Alena Yaseva

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Columbia University graduate with 7+ years of work experience in the medical and education fields, including hospice, home care, nursing home, higher education, and perinatal/postpartum care settings. Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure to work with a diverse group of people of different identities, backgrounds, and age ranges (children - older adults), and I’ve supported clients through a wide spectrum of concerns, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, complicated grief, end-of-life matters, attention deficit, coping challenges associated with sudden life transitions, complications resulting from acute/chronic health conditions and disabilities, and more. I am bilingual and can serve the English-speaking and the Russian-speaking clients alike in the state of VA.

I don’t believe in a “one size fits all” model of treatment because each person brings to the session their unique identity, background, and story. It’s important to honor the pieces of ourselves that make us who we are; thus, my focus is to create a custom approach for you that addresses your concerns and honors who you are at your core. There is a wide array of great evidence-based methods that could prove helpful, including Strength-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and more. The exact method will depend on your unique circumstances; however, my approach will always be one with care, compassion, respect, and acceptance.

At the Intake session, you will have the opportunity to share your story with me, as well as your hopes for what our sessions will be able to achieve for you. I will listen attentively and will ask follow-up questions to ensure thorough understanding on my part, as well as to see how I can be of best help to you. With each session, I will offer you a warm, welcoming environment and give you a safe, judgement-free space to speak with ease about your concerns. Moving forward, we will work together in our sessions to realize your hopes, wishes, and goals, as well as to bring more peace and joy into your life. The journey towards inner healing is often messy and complex with its own set of peaks and valleys, but I will walk this path with you towards a better, brighter future for you.