- Collaborative approach
- Evidence-based tools
- Non-judgemental care
About Alana
Alana Thompson offers calm, practical help for people juggling heavy emotions and life demands. She focuses on clear steps that reduce overwhelm and help people move forward. Her manner is warm and interactive, and she works collaboratively to set realistic goals.
Alana has 18 years of clinical experience in Australia. She holds a Bachelor of Psychology, a Master of Social Work and a PhD in Social Work and Law. She is an Accredited Social Worker and a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Her background includes work in child protection, family services and tertiary student welfare support.
In sessions she draws on cognitive-behavioural ideas alongside attention to feelings and life context. That means practical tools to change unhelpful thinking and behaviour, together with space to understand emotional patterns. She helps people build plans to manage stress, mood and everyday functioning.
Alana has particular experience with grief, trauma and emotional abuse and supports people facing depression, anxiety, ADHD challenges, career stress and relationship difficulties. She also offers support related to adoption and foster care matters and age-related concerns.
Her style is respectful and non-judgemental. She aims to reinforce useful habits while helping clients develop meaning and resilience. To begin, she encourages a straightforward first step and works at a pace that suits each person.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online therapy
Alana commonly uses cognitive-behavioural ideas and work that focuses on emotional understanding. Cognitive-behavioural techniques involve learning skills to change thinking and behaviour patterns that feed anxiety or low mood, often using practical exercises and homework. Emotional-focused work helps identify patterns in feelings and relationships so clients can respond differently and feel more in control.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences and what has helped or not helped before. Together they try different strategies and adjust the focus as needed so the work fits the person and their life.
The original profile does not list which online session formats are offered, so please confirm available formats before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work or family commitments, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people use practical tools from home and bring real-life examples into sessions, which can speed up learning and change.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
18+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Alana help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, career worries and ADHD. Additional areas include adoption and foster care related concerns and caregiver and family issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and interactive with a practical focus. Sessions combine cognitive-behavioural ideas and emotional reflection to set clear goals.
What is her professional background?
Alana has 18 years of clinical experience, including child protection, family services and university student counselling. She has also worked in research and teaching in social work.
Which credentials and location apply?
She holds a Bachelor of Psychology, a Master of Social Work and a PhD in Social Work and Law. She is an Accredited Social Worker and AASW member based in Australia.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or overseas?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How does costing work?
Cost varies with location and the subscription structure used for sessions. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to therapist availability.