Dr. Alyse M. Anekstein, Ph.D., LPC (ID), NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor
I primarily work from an integrated person-centered theoretical approach and transpersonal theory framework and I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative experience. This is based in the belief that patients take an active role in their own self-discovery and have the potential for transformative growth. My role as a counselor is to provide an empathetic and genuine environment that allows me to non-judgmentally enter your world and support you to be your unique self to reach your full capacity. My focus involves helping the patient through physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of a holistic and wellness based approach. I incorporate several techniques such as play therapy, sandtray therapy, mindfulness, and expressive arts in the counseling process.
Dr. Alyse M. Anekstein “Dr. A” earned her Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Counseling from Idaho State University. She is an Adjunct Faculty at Walden University and an Online Adjunct Professor at Grand Canyon University. Dr. Alyse M. Anekstein has published several journal articles and a book chapter and has presented at many international, national, state, and regional conferences. She has also served in many leadership roles in the counseling profession such as on the Excellence in Research Grants Review Panel for the Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Academic & Professional Honor Society International and currently serves as an Editorial Board Member for the Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision and the Journal of Faith Integration in Counseling. She also has specialized training and certifications in Integrative Energy Therapy (IET), reiki, and shamanic practices. In addition, Dr. Alyse M. Anekstein is a Nationally Certified Counselor, a Licensed Professional Counselor (ID), a Certified School Counselor (ID & NY), and provides Telemental Health Counseling services in the state of Idaho. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults individually and within group work settings at all developmental levels in public schools and in clinical mental health organizations.