301-330-0006
Anah Alie
Licensed Graduate Professional CounselorLanguage: English
Virtual Location: Telehealth
In-Person Location: 702 Russell avenue, suite 100, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Biography
Anah Alie
Anah Alie is a LGPC dedicated to providing compassionate, ethical, and culturally responsive
mental health care. Transitioning from a successful eight-year career as an elementary school
teacher, she brings a unique perspective that integrates educational insight, emotional
development, and therapeutic support.
Her counseling approach is grounded in evidence-based and trauma-informed practices,
incorporating techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused
therapy, and person-centered counseling. Anah strives to create a warm, supportive
environment where children, adolescents, and adults can explore challenges, develop
resilience, and achieve meaningful personal growth.
Drawing on her extensive experience in education, Anah is skilled at fostering emotional
intelligence, managing classroom and behavioral challenges, and collaborating with families to
support student well-being. Her background enables her to bridge the gap between educational
and clinical care, providing holistic support for clients navigating academic, emotional, and
interpersonal issues.
Anah is passionate about empowering individuals through culturally sensitive, strengths-based
counseling. She is committed to helping clients build coping strategies, increase
self-awareness, and develop tools to sustain emotional wellness across all stages of life
Education
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
EXPERIENCE
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.
Providers Specialties & Service
● 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
Areas of Expertise
● 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
