Alessana Fordin, MS, LMHC is a licensed psychotherapist specializing in treating individuals, couples and groups. She maintains a private practice, LOTUS COUNSELING CENTER in Aventura, Florida as well as an office in Miami, FL. For directions, see maps under the "Contact Me" section.

Alessana works either in a more traditional "psychodynamic" and/or "self-psychology" orientation (helping clients to link the unconscious to the conscious and identify those behaviors that are not working for them) or in a more "solution-focused" perspective--getting results and moving sessions along quickly. No matter which orientation--"I give feedback and am warm, clear and supportive."

Alessana received her bachelor's degree from Cornell University (1976) and completed a Master's of Science degree at Barry University with a dual specialization in Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy. In addition, she completed a year-long Certification in Addiction Studies at the University of Miami and is a certified addiction professional candidate. Alessana maintains a strong interest in fitness, wellness and nutrition-related activities as well a being a certified yoga instructor and dedicated yoga practioner.