Welcome to Sense of Self Psychotherapy & Wellness! My name is Alena and I am the founder/owner of the practice. I am an integrative psychotherapist and licensed clinical social worker offering mental health therapy services to adults and working professionals through a holistic/somatic approach and Buddhist framework.
I have a background in holistic healing and wellness as a Reiki master, holistic nutrition/wellness specialist and a certified yoga teacher. Therefore, I firmly believe in the interconnectedness of the mind-body-soul-spirit in one’s healing journey. My approach and perception to healing considers the “whole person” into one’s experiences and emotional states, which also means we work beyond traditional therapy methods by integrating a diverse range of somatic/spiritual therapy modalities that can help you manage your emotions more effectively and regulate your nervous system.
There is also no ‘one-size-fits-all’ method at this practice, treatments are tailored to each individual’s unique needs and circumstances. My focus looks into the root causes of your symptoms to help you bridge more understanding of your situation whilst offering coping tools to bring healing to your past and empowerment and strength to move forward to living a more meaningful and purposeful life.
As a social worker trained in New York University’s Social School of Social Work, I am trained to see our lived experience in a systemic bio-psycho-social-spiritual framework which encompasses the various levels of environment to a person’s lived experience. Through our work we will tend to narratives that do not serve you and create a more aligned and supportive way of being by enhancing self awareness through mindfulness and compassionate practices to promote deeper emotional regulation skills and emotional clarity that can guide you into a path of greater well-being.
Therapy is a space where you can come and feel seen, heard and supported. I welcome you to reach out if what you have read and felt whilst reading this page speaks to you.
Thank you for being here.
In my own work – I am committed to continued self practice and development through meditation and yoga, professional education training, and personal contemplative programs to further my expertise in treating anxiety, depression and maladaptive thought patterns.
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
AEDP LEVEL 1
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Internal Family Systems
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Somatic Therapy
Trauma-informed
Maternal Mental Health – current
Buddhist orientation
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Mindfulness
Coaching / Motivational Interviewing
We accept a variety of insurance plans to ensure that our transformative therapeutic services are accessible to all. Please reach out to us for details on coverage and participating insurance providers.