Alana Woods, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Alana is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars: Clients are very satisfied with Alana. View 6 reviews
Great news, Alana is accepting new clients!: She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

Alana is very great! She listens and understands your concerns while providing rational and helpful feedback and tools to help you overcome any anxieties you face

Alana has been a breath of fresh air for my struggle with anxiety. She has been so helpful and encouraging. She is given me many tools. She has explained things I never knew I needed to know. I am so grateful to have her as a counselor.

More about Alana

3 years' experience
Female
LCSW

My name is Alana Woods. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida. I received my MSW from the University of West Florida. I have a passion for strength-based, client-centered work that aims to make sure that you are heard, supported, and valued throughout the treatment process. I believe that every individual has the skills and strength within them to overcome any difficulty they face. It is my goal to help you recognize the resiliency within yourself to increase your ability to achieve your best potential. I believe in transparency, collaboration, advocacy, and the importance of our therapeutic relationship in helping you to heal.

My prior work experience includes working as a clinician with individuals, children, adults, families, and couples. I have additional experience working in community mental health, substance use, and child welfare. I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Functional Family Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trust-Based Relational Intervention. I also utilize techniques from play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy. I am skilled at working with individuals struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, behavioral disturbances, interpersonal and familial conflicts, and personality traits.

I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Addictions LGBT Grief Sleeping disorders Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue Abandonment Adoption and foster care Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Narcissism Personality disorders Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Somatization Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Gottman Method
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Internal Family Systems
Systemic Therapy

Licenses

Alana Woods's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295409316.

LCSW · Florida · SW23229 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.: Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.: Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.: There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Alana Woods

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

6 reviews

Clients mention: Listens Helpful Anxiety Attentive Encouraging Grateful Great Guidance Professional Recommend

Alana is very great! She listens and understands your concerns while providing rational and helpful feedback and tools to help you overcome any anxieties you face

Very professional, really listens to your concerns.

This is my so far best therapist I have had!

I highly recommend Alana Woods as a therapist. She is attentive, compassionate, and genuinely listens to everything I have to say. Her guidance has made a significant positive impact on my life, and I always leave sessions feeling heard and supported.

She is awesome

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Frequently asked questions

Does Alana Woods offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Alana Woods works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Alana Woods speak?

Alana Woods speaks English.

How many years of experience does Alana Woods have?

Alana Woods has 3 years of experience.

Where is Alana Woods licensed to practice?

Alana Woods is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Alana Woods accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Alana Woods does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Alana Woods offer?

Alana Woods offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Systemic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Alana Woods?

Alana Woods can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Alana Woods?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.