Anah Alie, LGPC, is a trauma-informed therapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm.
With a background in elementary education, she brings a strong understanding of emotional development and works closely with individuals and families to build practical coping skills, resilience, and clarity.
Her approach is collaborative, culturally responsive, and grounded in evidence-based practices like CBT, solution-focused therapy, and person-centered counseling.
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology — Washington, DC
Jul 2023 – Present
B.S. in Early Childhood Education & Elementary Education (Dual Degree)
Salisbury University — Salisbury, MD
Dec 2020
Mental Health Counseling Intern
Aya Behavioral Health LLC — Upper Marlboro, MD
Aug 2024 – Present
Provide individual and group counseling under supervision for clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns.
Conduct intake assessments, assist with treatment plans, and maintain confidential clinical documentation in accordance with HIPAA and ethical standards.
Participate in weekly supervision and case consultations; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
Support crisis intervention and safety planning; engage in professional development and apply culturally responsive, evidence-based practices.
3rd Grade Teacher
Galway Elementary School — Silver Spring, MD
Aug 2021 – Jul 2023
Taught math, science, STEM, social studies, reading, writing, health, and SEL in a self-contained classroom.
Collaborated with teachers, specialists, and administration to ensure differentiated, data-driven instruction.
Utilized multiple curricula to support student growth and learning outcomes.
1st Grade Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Galway Elementary School — Silver Spring, MD
Jan 2021 – Jun 2021
Provided both remote and in-person instruction in a self-contained class.
Taught multiple subjects and collaborated with grade-level teams to ensure equity and differentiated learning.
● Individual, couples, family & group therapy
● Clinical assessment & diagnosis (DSM-5)
● Treatment planning & case conceptualization
● Crisis intervention & rehabilitation support
● Psychoeducation & multicultural counseling
● Career coaching & transitional mentorshi
● Anxiety
● Depression
● Trauma
● Family & Relational Dynamics
● Multicultural Counseling
● Stress Management
● Substance Use Prevention
● Career Transition
● Leadership Development
● Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) – Maryland BOPCT
● Board Certified Clinical Chaplain (BCCC) – CPSP (2021–Present)
● American Counseling Association (ACA) Member – Active
