Hi, I'm Alana.
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Youth & Young Adults
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Criminal Justice System Involvement
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Suicidal Ideation ​
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Anxiety & Depression
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Trauma​
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Survivors of Motor Vehicle Accidents
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Self harm
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Stress
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Life Transitions
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Family & Peer Relationships
Areas of Focus
I am particularly passionate about supporting youth and young adults navigate the unique challenges faced: from school stress, life transitions, navigating complex relationships or general mental health concerns. I also hold a special interest in working with individuals who are survivors of motor vehicle accidents.
Alana Gledhill (MSW, RSW)
(she/her)
Registered Social Worker
Over the past several years, I’ve had the privilege of working with youth (12+) and adults, supporting them through a wide range of mental health challenges including trauma, anxiety, anger, depression, stress, relationship and family conflict, self-harm, suicidal ideation, youth criminal justice involvement, and major life transitions. I am especially passionate about supporting youth and young adults, as well as individuals who have experienced trauma, including survivors of motor vehicle accidents.​​​​​
Availability:
Tuesdays 6:30 - 8:30 (virtual only)
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Additional virtual evening & weekend hours may be available upon request
Approach to Therapy
Main Modalities:
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, ACT, strength-based, solution-focused, and culturally sensitive approaches. I believe therapy should feel safe, empowering, and practical, a space where individuals feel respected and supported while building meaningful coping skills. I strongly value the importance of fit in the therapeutic relationship and work alongside clients to create a space that feels right for them.
I hold a Master of Social Work and am a Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. I am also certified in ASIST, SafeTALK, ASK, and Mental Health First Aid, equipping me with evidence-based tools to meet individuals where they are and respond effectively to their unique needs.
Education + Professional Development
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Foundations & Advanced (PESI)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Core Skills (PESI)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (PESI)
ASIST - Applied Suicide Intervention Training (Living Works)
Safe Talk & ASK Suicide Prevention, Assessing Suicide in Kids (Living Works)
Mental Health First Aid (Mental Health Collation of Canada)​​​​​
​​​Master of Social Work
University of Windsor, 2025
Bachelor of Social Work
Social Service Worker (Honours)
Humber College, 2020​​
“Every storm runs out of rain, just like every dark night turns into today”
- Gary Allen
On a personal note
I stay active through Muay Thai, soccer, and weightlifting. I am also deeply engaged in public speaking and regularly deliver community presentations on trauma, resilience, and the consequences of dangerous driving, topics that closely align with both my personal values and professional passion.
