Alena Binder is a Psychologist based in the USA. My areas of speciality include ADD and ADHD, Adoption, Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Divorce, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Parenting, and Peer Relationships. This profile is currently unclaimed; please validate the details are current when communicating with the mental health professional.
Therapist Overview
I have worked with children, adults and families for more than 20 years. Using an integrative perspective, I apply a range of techniques, including those based in attachment, family systems, and cognitive behavioral theories. Prior to establishing my private practice, I worked in a variety of settings from inner-city neighborhoods of Washington DC, Baltimore and Chicago, to small towns in North Africa.Throughout my career, I have sought to demystify mental health and psychotherapy by actively involving my clients in the intake and therapy process. I have interest and expertise in a variety of issues including: abuse or neglect; aggressive behavior; alcoholism; anger; anxiety; attention deficit; depressed mood; impulsivity; learning problems; life changes (divorce, illness, death); low self-esteem; new mother anxiety; pressure to be “perfect”, relationship difficulties; separation; and sleep or toilet training. My intake includes 3 sessions to gather information and determine if I am a