- Goal focused
- Faith informed
- Community minded
About Alfaye
Her approach is warm and caring, with an emphasis on honesty and accountability. Sessions focus on setting clear goals and developing individual plans that fit each person's life. Alfaye uses straightforward techniques to help clients notice patterns, try new skills, and track progress.
Outside of clinical work she founded H.O.P.E. Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides housing, education, and training for homeless and at-risk youth. That community work informs her practical focus and commitment to serving people from diverse backgrounds.
Alfaye describes her faith as an important part of her life and brings that personal perspective to her work when it aligns with a client's values. She emphasizes respect, timely sessions, and professional conduct while helping clients take the first steps toward change.
In sessions she offers individual work, group counseling, and couples counseling as part of her practice. Her common therapeutic methods include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following the client's lead. The therapist provides empathy and acceptance while people name their concerns and goals. This fits well when someone needs a compassionate space to make decisions and clarify values.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and practicing alternative skills. It is useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and managing cravings by using step-by-step exercises and homework between sessions.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple practices to notice sensations, thoughts, and emotions without judgment. These tools can help reduce reactivity to stress and support emotion regulation during difficult moments.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and daily routines. Plans are adjusted over time based on what helps most.
If you prefer online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and fit sessions into a busy week. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or reduce the need to be on camera for every appointment. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT exercises, mindfulness practices, and client-centered conversations to an online setting.
License and NPI
- LPC
NPI1770749905
As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Credentials
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Alfaye commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, bipolar disorder, and depression, and also focuses on related issues like attachment concerns, codependency, and substance use.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Alfaye combines a warm, caring approach with accountability. She emphasizes goal setting and practical steps to help people change unhelpful patterns.
How many years has she been practicing?
She has 17 years of professional experience as a counselor in Missouri.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Missouri and runs her practice from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.