Home | Dr. Alena Schuss, DMFT, LMFT #153178

Individual Counseling
& Couples Therapy

Our practice empowers individuals, couples, and families to break cycles of dysfunction, heal from trauma and grief, and overcome anxiety and depression. Together, we help clients find or reclaim their voice, strengthen relationships, and step into their most authentic, resilient selves.

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Empowering People,
Couples and Families!

"Are you struggling to cope with life’s challenges? Do you feel stuck in your relationships or disconnected from your personal goals? You’re not alone — life isn’t always easy, and even the strongest people face moments when professional support is the next step forward."

DMFT, LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #153178

Individual Therapy

Individual psychotherapy incorporates various therapeutic approaches, and the specific techniques used depend on the client's needs and the therapist's expertise. I focus on integrating Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Solution-Focused therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care into my therapy sessions.

Couples Therapy

Couples therapy, also known as marriage counseling or couples counseling, is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on helping couples improve their relationship, resolve conflicts, and enhance their communication and emotional connection. It provides a safe and supportive space for couples to address their concerns, understand each other's perspectives, and work towards building a healthier and more satisfying partnership.

Family Therapy

Family therapy, also known as family counseling, is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on improving the functioning and dynamics within a family system. It involves working with multiple family members together, or in some cases, with subsets of the family, to address relational issues, enhance communication, and promote positive change.

Why Alena

At the heart of my practice is a deep passion for walking alongside individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life’s hardest moments and reclaim their sense of purpose and connection. My journey from Austria to the United States as a collegiate athlete and former professional triathlete shaped my resilience and gave me firsthand insight into the emotional pressures high performers face. Beyond clinical expertise, I offer lived experience, compassion, and evidence-based care rooted in trauma-informed, relational, and client-centered approaches. Whether you're carrying invisible emotional burdens from high-stress professions, navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, or relationship struggles, I’m here to help you find clarity in the chaos and reconnect with your authentic self. This isn’t just my profession — it’s my calling.

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Individual Counseling & Couples Therapy