A Bit About Me

Hi, I’m Alaina. I’m a psychotherapist focused on the way trauma shows up in our daily lives, especially our relationships.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent time volunteering at a hospital where I worked with people who had experienced abuse and assault. I was always amazed to see how, night after night, people put their faith in volunteers they’d only just met. In their lowest moments, they just needed someone to be there and remind them of their strength.

Connecting with people in crisis showed me how powerful it can be to hold someone’s hand through something impossible. This is why I became a therapist, and it’s something I can offer everyone I work with: you never have to go through the hard stuff alone.

My goal is to create an environment where you feel safe to share without fear of judgment. Though I tend to take a gentle approach, I don’t shy away from direct feedback that might help you look at your life differently. I love doing the work of connecting dots and sharing knowledge and insights that enable clients to make important changes in their lives.

I’m often asked if the work I do as a therapist ever feels too heavy. The reality is, my work makes me incredibly hopeful. Regardless of what my clients have been through, I have the privilege of supporting them as they find their way to healing. Just about every day, I see clients grow and surprise themselves with what they’re capable of. I learn so much about resilience, courage, humor, and joy from the people I work with–and I am constantly heartened by what is possible.

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