Alana Woods, LCSW
Supportive, collaborative therapy for life’s messy moments
- Strengths focused care
- Trauma and attachment informed
- Children teens adults families
About Alana Woods
Alana Woods is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida who works to make therapy feel grounded, supportive, and approachable, even when the conversation turns to painful or complicated parts of life. She aims to create a space where clients can be honest about what is going on while feeling respected, heard, and understood.
Her work is collaborative and strengths-focused, with an emphasis on transparency and a strong therapeutic relationship. Alana believes each person’s path toward change is unique, and she helps clients reconnect with the inner tools and resilience that may feel out of reach in the moment. Together, sessions focus on clarifying goals that fit the client’s life and future, then building practical steps to move forward.
Alana has experience supporting children, teens, adults, couples, and families, and she brings particular familiarity with concerns related to trauma, attachment, family and relationship dynamics, substance use, and self-esteem. She is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Functional Family Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trust-Based Relational Intervention, and she also draws from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), gestalt therapy, the Gottman Method, art therapy, and play therapy techniques. Throughout the process, she treats clients as the experts on their own stories and honors the courage it takes to seek something different - including making room for moments of lightness along the way.
Her work is collaborative and strengths-focused, with an emphasis on transparency and a strong therapeutic relationship. Alana believes each person’s path toward change is unique, and she helps clients reconnect with the inner tools and resilience that may feel out of reach in the moment. Together, sessions focus on clarifying goals that fit the client’s life and future, then building practical steps to move forward.
Alana has experience supporting children, teens, adults, couples, and families, and she brings particular familiarity with concerns related to trauma, attachment, family and relationship dynamics, substance use, and self-esteem. She is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Functional Family Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trust-Based Relational Intervention, and she also draws from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), gestalt therapy, the Gottman Method, art therapy, and play therapy techniques. Throughout the process, she treats clients as the experts on their own stories and honors the courage it takes to seek something different - including making room for moments of lightness along the way.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSomatizationWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Alana Woods have?
Alana Woods has 5 years of experience providing therapy and support.
Is Alana Woods a licensed therapist?
Yes. Alana Woods is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Her license is FL LCSW SW23229.
In which languages does Alana Woods provide therapy?
Alana Woods provides therapy in English.
Where is Alana Woods located?
Alana Woods is located in Florida.
How can I work with Alana Woods as my therapist?
You can work with Alana Woods through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what works best for your needs and scheduling.
Does Alana Woods work with international clients?
No. Alana Woods does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Alana Woods cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-based approaches, made accessible online
Alana Woods draws from several structured, relationship-focused methods that translate well to online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact, then practice new ways of responding to stressors like anxiety, low mood, and life transitions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds practical skills for managing intense emotions, navigating conflict, and building steadier coping strategies when things feel overwhelming. Attachment-Based Therapy brings attention to how early and ongoing relationships shape patterns of connection, making it especially useful for relationship concerns, family dynamics, and healing from past experiences that still show up in the present.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Alana collaborates with clients to understand what they want from therapy, what has or has not helped before, and what feels realistic right now. Together, they can adjust the pace and tools used so the process fits the client’s goals and preferences.
Online therapy can make it easier to stay consistent with support. Clients can meet with Alana by video calls or phone sessions, and also use live chat or text-based messaging for added flexibility between scheduled appointments. This range of options can help therapy fit into busy routines while keeping momentum toward meaningful change.