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Sex is a normal, necessary part of human existence. Ideally, sex makes us feel happy, loved, and connected. Yet many people experience problems with sex including pain, lack of desire, or an inability to reach orgasm. Have you avoided talking to a sex therapist because you are afraid they’ll judge you? I will never judge you. Nothing you say is going to shock me, scare me, or make me stop working with you. Have you ever had a sexual encounter that was other than consentual but you didn't know who to talk to or even what to say about it? If so, I can help you work through your thoughts and feelings about sex and sexual experiences
Would you like to understand and explain your behaviors and preferences or why you experience problems or feel shame? How would it feel to hear “you’re not broken, there is nothing wrong with who you are and what you like?" How would it feel to deconstruct old religious or societal beliefs that are negatively affecting you or your relationships? I can help
I provide sex positive nonjudgmental sex therapy. I offer a safe space to talk about everything including sex, sexuality, kink, nonmonogamy, and gender identity. I work with all types of individuals and relationship groups. I have presented at conferences on Sex After Sexual Abuse, Nonconsensual or Undesired Sexual Experiences, BDSM, and LGBTQ+ clients.
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My Practice at a Glance

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Auburn, AL 36830

(256) 300-6088
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I make accessing therapy easier by providing online therapy. I am accepting new clients and can ussually start therapy within 1-2 weeks
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Trauma and PTSD and Low or No Sexual Desire 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (256) 300-6088
Photo of Alena Porter, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Auburn, AL 36830

(256) 300-6088
My website
I make accessing therapy easier by providing online therapy. I am accepting new clients and can ussually start therapy within 1-2 weeks
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Trauma and PTSD and Low or No Sexual Desire 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $350

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Military OneSource
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • VA Community Care Network (CCN)
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I offer a sliding scale fee to make therapy more affordable, please email me for more information. I accept Aetna, Ambetter, Cigna, Military One Source, and VA Community Care Network (VACCN) insurance plans. I can also accept most HSA cards and CareCredit as forms of payment.
Photo of Alena Porter, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
or call with questions - (256) 300-6088
"
I offer a sliding scale fee to make therapy more affordable, please email me for more information. I accept Aetna, Ambetter, Cigna, Military One Source, and VA Community Care Network (VACCN) insurance plans. I can also accept most HSA cards and CareCredit as forms of payment.
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Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
or call with questions - (256) 300-6088

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Alabama / LPC04901 Alena Porter

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 8 years
  • Attended The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2019

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Sex Therapy Certificate from The Buehler Institute 2022
  • Certificate from Military Counseling Training 2019
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Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (256) 300-6088
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Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (256) 300-6088

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Sex Therapy
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Low or No Sexual Desire

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • First Responders
  • Gay
  • Infidelity
  • Kink
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Transgender
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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Sex therapy (with the exclusion of sexual trauma therapy) is usually short term therapy, requiring 8 sessions or less. Most clients notice positive changes within 4 sessions. Many people have difficulty talking about sex or sexual issues so I try to make your experience as comfortable as possible. No matter what you tell me I will never judge or shame you for your experiences, desires, or issues.
Photo of Alena Porter, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
or call with questions - (256) 300-6088
"
Sex therapy (with the exclusion of sexual trauma therapy) is usually short term therapy, requiring 8 sessions or less. Most clients notice positive changes within 4 sessions. Many people have difficulty talking about sex or sexual issues so I try to make your experience as comfortable as possible. No matter what you tell me I will never judge or shame you for your experiences, desires, or issues.
Photo of Alena Porter, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
or call with questions - (256) 300-6088

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use an integrative approach to therapy by combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I have found that by combining multiple styles of therapy my clients achieve lasting improvements in less time than they would from any one individal treatment.
Photo of Alena Porter, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
or call with questions - (256) 300-6088
"
I often use an integrative approach to therapy by combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I have found that by combining multiple styles of therapy my clients achieve lasting improvements in less time than they would from any one individal treatment.
Photo of Alena Porter, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
or call with questions - (256) 300-6088

Location

Primary Location

Auburn, AL 36830

(256) 300-6088

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I make accessing therapy easier by providing online therapy. I am accepting new clients and can ussually start therapy within 1-2 weeks
Photo of Alena Porter, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (256) 300-6088
"
I make accessing therapy easier by providing online therapy. I am accepting new clients and can ussually start therapy within 1-2 weeks
Photo of Alena Porter, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (256) 300-6088