Alena Mehta, Graduate Intern
Supervised by Hope Watkins, LPC, ASDCS (#2023042156)
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." -Carl Rogers
At the heart of Alena's approach is the belief that real change begins with self-acceptance. Rather than feeling pressured to become someone different, therapy can be a place to slow down, understand yourself more deeply, and create space for growth from where you are right now.
Alena is completing her graduate studies in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Missouri - St. Louis. She works with individuals ages 16 and older and understands that reaching out to start therapy can feel vulnerable. Her goal is to create a comfortable and supportive environment where you can bring your authentic self; even the parts that may feel difficult, confusing, or hard to understand.
She utilizes Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She has education in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), of which she plans to pursue formal training in; as well as EMDR and somatic-based approaches.
