- Trauma informed
- Strengths focused
- CBT techniques
About Alana
Alana Russell is a counsellor who uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and workplace strain. She brings seven years of clinical experience and an understanding of the demands faced by first responders, veterans and frontline professionals. Alana works with individuals who are dealing with depression, compassion fatigue, career challenges and related life changes.
Alana takes a trauma-informed, strengths-focused approach. She listens to each person’s story and looks for practical ways to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. Cognitive behavioural therapy techniques are a core part of her work, used to spot unhelpful patterns and build new coping strategies.
Her background includes supporting people through pregnancy and childbirth, postpartum depression and parenting challenges, as well as loss, divorce and relationship strain. She also helps clients facing panic attacks, post-traumatic stress and issues tied to military or first-responder roles.
Alana values collaboration and goal-setting. Sessions usually focus on small, achievable changes that add up over time. She encourages self-compassion and practical skills so people can feel more capable at work and at home.
People who choose Alana often want a therapist who understands both the emotional and practical sides of stressful jobs. She aims to create a clear plan, track progress, and adjust strategies as needs evolve.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online support
Alana uses evidence-based methods that focus on understanding reactions to stress and building useful skills. Cognitive behavioural therapy helps people notice thoughts and behaviours that keep anxiety or low mood going, and replaces them with more helpful actions. Trauma-informed care means the therapist pays attention to how past experiences shape present responses and proceeds at a pace that feels manageable.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most useful, then adjust methods as progress is tracked. This collaborative process helps match techniques to a person’s life and needs rather than forcing one method.
The practical benefits of online therapy can include fitting sessions into a busy work roster, having shorter check-ins when needed, and avoiding travel time so appointments are easier to keep. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the current options before booking to ensure they suit your routine and technological setup.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and depression, and supports those experiencing compassion fatigue and workplace issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is trauma-informed and strengths-focused, using practical cognitive behavioural therapy techniques to build coping skills and change unhelpful patterns.
How much experience does she have?
Alana has seven years of clinical experience working with frontline professionals, veterans and people managing work-related stress.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She is listed as AASW and practises in Australia.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are offered.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.