Emanuel Alston

Dr. Alston is a highly qualified Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with a Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.) from Nova Southeastern University. He earned his Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) from Hunter College and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (B.S.) from the University of South Carolina. Prior to his civilian career, Dr. Alston proudly served his country in the Navy Reserve. Dr. Alston has a special focus on working with children, families, and notably fathers.

The goal is to help you build a toolkit for dealing with challenges. In one session, we might work on relaxation techniques or strategies to manage anxiety. In another, we might delve into understanding the roots of certain behaviors and emotions. This helps build both insight and practical skills to support you outside of sessions.

We’ll begin with a brief check-in, discussing any updates or changes since our last session. We’ll set small, achievable goals for the session based on what’s most pressing for you, whether it's managing stress, improving relationships, or working through past experiences.