Last edited 01/19/2026
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWoman, CisgenderWhiteBisexualLGBTQIA+Living with ADHD, Living with Depression, Living with Anxiety, Living with a chronic disease
Get To Know Me
What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession?
Several years ago I owned a dog grooming business where I was the only groomer. This became an issue when I severely hurt my back and was unable to work for 3 weeks. I remember telling my therapist that I didnt' think I could work until retirement in the field of dog grooming. She asked me, if I could do anything as a career what would I want to do? I told her that I'd always wanted to be a counselor but I didn't think I had enough motivation to make it through several years of college. She told me "the time is going to pass anyway, do you want to just be several years older, or do you want to be several years older with a master's degree. I enrolled in college to finish my bachelor's degree that evening and here I am several years older with a master's degree, loving what I do, and pursuing a doctoral degree.
In what ways have your personal experiences influenced your work with your clients?
I have spent most of my life as a client, decades before I became a therapist and I believe those negative and positive life experiences have led to the creation of the person and the therapist i am today. Additionally, I almost never ask a client to do anything that I haven't done myself.
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Specialties
Specializes in
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Sex AddictionSexual Harassment & AssaultSexual health & dysfunctionSex Therapy
General Expertise
DepressionAnxietyLoss/GriefSelf-EsteemSexuality Based IssuesSocial AnxietyADHDAbuse/Survivors of abuseAdolescent mental healthChronic painGender identity & transgender healthLGBTQIA related issuesMedical Professionals' Mental HealthPanic attacks & panic disorderPerformance anxietySex AddictionTraumaInfidelityCouplesHighly Sensitive Person
Treatment Approaches
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness-Based Cognitive TherapySolution-Focused Brief TherapyIntegrative Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)
Languages
English
Professional Background
LicensureAlabama, Licensed Professional Counselor, 04901Georgia, Licensed Professional Counselor, 013432Tennessee, Licensed Professional Counselor, 5804
Training/CertificationsAASECT Sex Therapist Certification in ProgressEssentials of Sex Therapy CertificateClinical Military Health Counseling CertificateCognitve Behavioral Therapy CertificateEMDR TrainedTrauma Informed Professional Certificate
Education
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, 2019
Work HistoryI am trained to treat a multitude of conditions but my primary specialties lie in sex therapy, trauma therapy, and relationship therapy. My favorite moments in sex therapy are when a client reports that they are now able to enjoy sex, especially if the client felt hopeless before they began treatment. My favorite moments in trauma therapy are the times when clients realize they haven't had a nightmare in several nights or they realize they have started to go through life unafraid. The best moments in relationship therapy are when the clients turn toward each other to solve a problem instead of each partner blaming the other partner. I am very grateful to be in a profession where I love what I do and I love being a counselor.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Alena Porter, LPC, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Alena Porter accepting new clients?
Yes, Alena Porter is accepting new clients for online therapy in Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee.
Does Alena Porter accept insurance?
No, Alena Porter does not accept insurance.
What types of therapy does Alena Porter offer?
Alena Porter offers therapy for individuals.
Does Alena Porter offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee can book Alena Porter for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Alena Porter offer online therapy?
Yes, Alena Porter offers online therapy via video sessions and phone sessions to people in Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee.
How quickly can I see Alena Porter?
Alena Porter typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Alena Porter speak?
Alena Porter conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Alena Porter online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Alena Porter online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.
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