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Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Therapy
At Advisor & co, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized mental health care. With over two decades of experience in clinical psychology, our practice focuses on helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Our founder, Alana Riss Fine, combines cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic techniques to address a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns. We specialize in weight management, obesity counseling, and pre-surgical preparation for gastric bypass patients, offering tailored treatment plans that prioritize individual needs. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our extensive training background, including affiliations with prestigious institutions like Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Mayo Clinic referral networks.We believe in fostering a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can develop self-compassion and achieve meaningful personal growth. Our practice integrates hypnotherapy as a powerful tool for behavior modification and emotional healing. Located in Maryland, we serve clients from Montgomery County and beyond, maintaining strict confidentiality and professional standards. We emphasize collaborative care, ensuring each client's unique journey toward wellness is supported by our expertise and dedication to mental health advocacy.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Couples Counseling
Gastric Bypass Prep
Weight Management
Hypnotherapy
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in clinical psychology
- Our team uses a collaborative approach tailored to your needs
- We specialize in weight loss and obesity counseling
- Our services include hypnosis for effective therapeutic outcomes
- We provide 24/7 crisis support referrals
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Our individual psychotherapy sessions provide a safe space for personal growth and emotional healing. Using evidence-based techniques, we help clients address depression, anxiety, and life transitions through personalized treatment plans. Our approach emphasizes self-compassion and practical solutions for improving daily functioning and overall well-being.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling focuses on improving communication and resolving relationship conflicts. We help partners develop healthier interaction patterns and address specific issues affecting their relationship. Our therapeutic approach combines emotional understanding with practical problem-solving techniques to strengthen connections and foster mutual growth.
Gastric Bypass Prep
Preparation for gastric bypass surgery includes comprehensive psychological evaluation and counseling. We help patients develop necessary behavioral changes and coping strategies for successful post-surgery outcomes. Our program addresses emotional eating patterns and prepares patients for lifestyle modifications required after bariatric surgery.
Weight Management
Our weight management program addresses physical and emotional aspects of weight loss. We help clients understand hunger cues, develop mindful eating habits, and address psychological factors affecting weight. The program focuses on sustainable lifestyle changes rather than temporary dieting solutions for long-term health improvement.
Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to create positive behavioral changes. This technique helps modify unwanted habits and manage conditions like anxiety, pain, and mood disorders. We integrate hypnosis with traditional therapy approaches to enhance treatment effectiveness for various psychological and physical health concerns.
People
Alana Riss Fine
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Alana Riss Fine is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in mental health therapy. She specializes in weight management counseling and pre-surgical psychological evaluations, offering evidence-based treatments tailored to individual needs.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, hypnotherapy, and specialized programs for weight management and gastric bypass preparation.
How does therapy work?
Therapy creates a safe environment for self-exploration using evidence-based techniques tailored to your specific needs and goals for personal growth.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as an out-of-network provider and provide documentation for potential insurance reimbursement. Please contact us for specific billing details.
What if I need emergency help?
For mental health emergencies, call 911, visit the nearest medical facility, or contact Montgomery County Crisis Center at 240-777-4000.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
We provide telehealth options for therapy sessions. Contact us to discuss availability and technical requirements for online counseling.
