Alena Garcia, MA, LPC
Hi, my name is Alena. Thank you for taking the time to learn a bit more about me. I was born and raised in Isleta Pueblo, New Mexico. I grew up in a small, tight-knit community where English was my 2nd language. I moved to Arizona in 2016. Arizona is a very beautiful, active state where I find myself enjoying my free time by discovering the next best food spot as well as attending concerts and traveling when possible.
I received my Bachelor of Arts in Finance from the University of New Mexico. Following a career in the financial sector I received my Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from New Mexico Highlands University. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
While attending graduate school, during my internship, I worked with a domestic violence agency. I provided support to victims of violence and court order attendees of the offender programs. I have been working in the field of counseling professionally since 2016, when I started working with children and families. I do not practice from one set therapeutic approach, as I feel each experience is unique in nature. That being said, I am trained in (and often find myself using) CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Motivational Interviewing, Reality Therapy, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
My strength and expertise lie in treating those who suffer with depression, anxiety, phase of life issues, and understanding personal identity. I identify as an ally of the LGBTQIA+ population and have extensive experience in working with teens and adults.
Working in community behavioral health for a large part of my career has taught me to practice from a judgement-free space full of empathy and understanding. My goal in treatment is to meet you where you are and to support you in whatever way you need. I will provide a space to allow you to learn to enrich your life and work toward your goals. My commitment to you is to work alongside you in a supportive, enriching, and safe space.
It would be my pleasure and honor to help guide you through your journey.
