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Elana Dunn, LPC

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Family conflicts Depression Coping with life changes
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About me

I know that life can bring challenges that at times feel like just too much to sort through or overcome on your own.  It brings great fulfillment to me to be a part of helping you to move beyond pain - beyond overwhelming stress - beyond not knowing -– beyond feeling confused. Walking WITH you through the tunnel, all the way to the other side, I learned long ago, that helping people 'change' is what I was called to do. I am humbled to be able to help you.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS). I obtained a Bachelors' degree from Auburn University at Montgomery in 1995 and a Master's degree from Montana State University-Northern in 1999. Over the past 20+ years, my devotion has never wavered. Helping you to gain peace, direction, feeling whole, safe and secure, and gaining a life anew fuels my professional intentions. 

As I work with individuals, each person is wonderfully unique and requires your own unique approach. Working from the frameworks of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Solution-Focused Therapy, I create a therapeutic approach that is right for YOU. 

Clients over the years have described me as "you keep it real," warm, honest, trustworthy, genuine, transparent, humorous, a teacher, and able to quickly move them forward. I am a mother, daughter, sister, and aunt. I look forward to working alongside you as you change and grow.

Professional experience

24yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Family conflicts Depression Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Expats, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy

Services offered

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License information

GA LPC LPC003650

Reviews

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Very good, felt like she listened to my needs and concerns.

Written on Jul 13, 2022 after therapy with Elana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues

I was going threw a stressful phase and lots of changes. Elana definitely made things easier. She is a great listener and proposes very helpful ways to cope with major life changes. It felt really good to know that there is someone to talk to.

Written on Jun 19, 2022 after therapy with Elana for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Amazing. I really feel like she brought me back to a more positive mindset. I felt like I was negative for so long and unforgiving of my behaviors. I just want her to know how extremely grateful I am for her putting me in a position where I feel line there is a way forward.

Written on Jun 09, 2020 after therapy with Elana for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, and sleeping disorders

I'm still in the process of talking with Elana, and I feel as though I've a long way to go to solve my personal ailments however having Elana here to talk and discuss my problems and issues has been absolutely helpful. I wouldn't say my stress has been entirely relieved but having someone so understanding and professional there by my side makes it easier to deal with. I would definitely recommend Elana Dunn to anyone facing identity, depression and relationship issues. She's wonderful!

Written on Mar 16, 2020 after therapy with Elana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

So far I’ve felt heard and respected. Slowly we are working through different concerns and highlighting bigger issues to focus on root causes.

Written on Jan 22, 2020 after therapy with Elana for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

Elana isn’t the first counsellor I’ve spoken to but she is the best. Elana is outstanding like a scarecrow in his field. She’s helped me set clear, achievable goals and held me accountable to them, whilst supporting every step of progress I’ve made. She’s a great listener and I’m really grateful for her guidance. Thank you!

Written on Jan 03, 2020 after therapy with Elana for 4 months on issues concerning family conflicts, self esteem, and anger management