Alina Hetherman

I'm passionate about helping people build the skills to cope with emotional and mental health challenges and live healthy, full lives. I work with adults facing relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and ongoing mental health conditions.

My goal is to help you find a healthier perspective on what you're facing and to build practical coping skills you can rely on long after our sessions. Together, we'll draw on the strengths you already have so you can feel more confident and find your direction.

I draw on several approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gestalt therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), and I tailor my work to fit you and your goals.

I strive to be authentic and engaged in every session. My style is warm and conversational, and I move at a pace that feels right for you. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and comfortable being open, because a strong working relationship is the foundation of meaningful change. Through that relationship, we can explore what's been weighing on you and discover new ways to manage the challenges you're facing.

Our first session is a chance for us to get to know each other. I'll listen to what brings you in, and we'll talk about what you'd like to get out of therapy. From there, I'll introduce coping strategies and techniques drawn from several treatment approaches, so you can start building skills that fit your life. I may also occasionally share a personal experience when I think it could help you see something from a new angle or develop a new skill. The focus will always stay on you.