Dr. Aleska Hagan

I'm a licensed psychologist and consider myself a generalist with a wide variety of clinical interests including issues related to family of origin, self esteem, identity development, depression, anxiety, stress, and interpersonal relationships.

Attending to mental health can have such a profound effect on quality of life and ability to function! Yet, it can seem so vulnerable and scary to make that first appointment, even if we know it will help. Great job leaning into that discomfort, prioritizing your needs, and pushing toward growth!

I use a warm, person centered, and integrative approach in my therapeutic work. I like to shine a spotlight on a Client's strengths, encourage self compassion, and remind Clients of the importance of self care (yes, even when things are busy). I tend to gently, and sometimes a little more directly with a touch of humor, push Clients toward being more vulnerable, genuine, and authentically themselves. I help Clients gain insight, shift perspective, process emotions, and recognize when thoughts are being mean liars.

During our first meeting, I will work hard to build a strong foundation for our work together. I am eager to get to know you and support you, and so I will start by asking you a whole lot of questions. We will collaborate to identify some goals. I will invite you to share about the things that have brought you to therapy, your past experiences, and important salient aspects of your identity and who you are as a person. Of course, you get to determine what you feel comfortable sharing, and if there are things that you don't quite feel like talking about in the beginning, that is totally fine! I know that trust and safety are important in therapy, and sometimes they take a little time to build. After our first meeting, you will likely be taking the lead more and determining what we discuss! With teamwork, we will get you moving toward your goals!