Welcome to Counseling

Welcome to Whole Life Wellness. My name is Alyssa Nagel (pronounced A-Leesa). Simply by using your energy to visit this page, you have already taken the first step toward your own health and wellness. I am honored you are here and considering allowing me to walk with you during this time in your life. I will do all I can to facilitate the positive change you seek. These can be challenging times to live through. It is by taking these challenges and turning toward the lessons that hope is found.

I hold a MA in Mental Health Counseling and an EdS in Counselor Education from Southeast Missouri State University. My undergraduate training is a BA in Psychology. I work best with late diagnosed (or suspected) autism and neurodivergence people, Queer folks, those who are or are considering poly/CNM life, those dealing with religious trauma, and I’ve done extensive work with PTSD and other traumatic experiences. I work with adults 18 years of age and up and believe firmly in the power of radical acceptance. Whatever the experience may be...noticing, accepting, expressing, and finding true choice leads to deep change and empowerment.

Through the use of eclectic interventions, I am guided by the principle of the Carl Rogers' quote, "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." I will accept you for who and where you are and honor you with no judgment.

I am EMDR trained through the EMDR Institute, observe the guidelines of the Association for Spiritual, Ethical, and Religious Values in Counseling, and have obtained a 200-hour yoga teacher certification. I look forward to having the honor of walking with you as we move toward the fullest expression of yourself.

Sessions are conducted using HIPPA-compliant telehealth software that I provide. You will just need a quiet, private space and a device with solid internet connection.

I am an in-network provider with Aetna and Optum (which includes United Healthcare) if you are in Missouri or Oregon. For Arkansas residents, out-of-network insurance, or self-pay clients, the rate is $150/session.

I very much look forward to hearing from you and seeing if we might be a good fit to work together. I can be reached best via email at wholelifewellness@counselingsecure.com or text at (479) 388 -1571. I’m happy to schedule a 10 to 15-minute phone consultation to see if we think we might work well together.

My goal is to help co-create the opportunity for you to follow the craving for a deeper sense of wholeness and see where the journey may lead you, should you choose to follow.