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About Alura Bennett
Alura Bennett is a licensed mental health counselor at Mind Body Seven providing individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults through both in-person and telehealth services. She brings experience from educational and community-based settings and has worked extensively with individuals and families navigating emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges.
Alura takes a collaborative, person-centered approach to therapy, tailoring treatment to each client’s unique needs, strengths, and goals. She is committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and affirming therapeutic environment where clients feel heard and empowered.
Conditions Treated
Alura works with individuals experiencing:
- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma
- Substance use concerns
- Bipolar disorder
- Social anxiety
- Family and interpersonal conflicts
- School-related stress and academic challenges
- Social skills difficulties
She has particular experience supporting children, adolescents, and young adults navigating developmental transitions, school pressures, and identity-related concerns.
Therapy Approaches & Modalities
Alura’s work is grounded in evidence-based, skills-oriented psychotherapy. Her clinical approach draws from:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (certified)
- Mindfulness-based interventions
- Lifestyle and wellness-oriented strategies
She also integrates healthy habit formation and emotional regulation skills to support holistic well-being.
Focus on LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care
Alura offers an affirming and inclusive therapeutic space for LGBTQIA+ youth and young adults. She supports clients navigating identity development, life transitions, and social stressors, with an emphasis on resilience, self-understanding, and confidence.
Therapeutic Style & Philosophy
Clients describe Alura’s style as warm, collaborative, and supportive. She focuses on helping clients build emotional awareness, strengthen communication skills, and develop practical tools for managing daily stressors and long-term challenges.
Outside the Therapy Room
Outside of her clinical work, Alura enjoys hiking in upstate New York, learning salsa dancing, and spending time reading in the park.
Next Steps
If you’re interested in working with Alura, you can request an appointment through our intake process. Our team will help determine whether this is the right fit for your needs.