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.