Our Student Therapists

My name is Alexyanna Graves, and I am passionate about helping individuals move toward their best and most authentic selves. 

My desire to become a counselor began at a young age through personal hardship, which inspired me to want to create a safe and supportive space where others can feel seen, supported, and reminded that hope is always possible.

Currently I am pursuing my master’s degree in counseling at Southeastern University. As a counselor, my goal is to provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental environment that supports holistic growth and healing. 

I offer faith-based care when desired and have a strong interest in somatic interventions that help clients better understand themselves, strengthen mind-body awareness, and make choices aligned with their values and goals.

Pronouns: She/Her

Ethnicity/Racial Identity:   Biracial 

Gender Identity: Female

Hi there! 

My name is Jenna (she/her) and I am currently in the Marriage and Family program at the Pacific Lutheran University working towards my masters degree.  I was born and raised in Washington state and earned my bachelors degree in psychology at the University of Washington. 

While I explore this journey of being a therapist, I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment while prioritizing individuality and diversity. I use a collaborative and systemic approach in my style, making sure to work with you as a team and utilizing different modalities tailored to your needs and personal lived experiences. 

I value empathy, nonjudgment, teamwork, and a warm space for you to enter and start this journey of self-work! I am looking forward to working with all groups of people, specifically new moms, the BIPOC community, families of divorce, and any and all marginalized identities. 

In my free time I LOVE hiking, journaling, hanging out with friends and loved ones, and going on walks. I also love listening to music, as it’s one of the things that I think helps us connect across cultures, differences, language barriers, etc. I absolutely love connecting with others, since one of my core beliefs is human connection is something we all need in our lives!

I would be honored to work with you, hear your life stories, and just connect with you on a human level to help you achieve your goals and feel a sense of support and safety. Can’t wait to meet you!

Pronouns: She/Her

Ethnicity/Racial Identity:  Filipino-American  

Gender Identity:  Woman  

Hello! 

My name is Rachelle, and I am currently pursuing my M.A. in Couple/Marriage and Family Therapy at Pacific Lutheran University. 

My professional background includes music, education, life coaching, and supporting disabled and neurodivergent folks in daily life. I have always been interested in helping people express themselves and harness their innate resilience to create change.

I approach therapy with the belief that you already have all the ingredients necessary to flourish. I support individuals, partners, and families in navigating challenges and cultivating meaningful change. I use a systemic lens, which means I look at people within the context of their relationships, communities, and lived experiences—understanding that healing often happens through connection rather than isolation.

I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space where clients feel empowered to embrace their most authentic selves. As someone who is multiply neurodivergent, I am especially passionate about offering therapy that is anti-ableist, disability affirming, and trauma-informed. 

Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy aerial hoop, writing and playing music, spending time with my cats, reading, and making jewelry.

Pronouns: She/Her

Ethnicity/Racial Identity:   White 

Gender Identity:   Cisgender woman  

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist in training with a passion for supporting individuals and families in navigating life’s challenges. 

I hold two bachelor’s degrees in psychology and have a year of experience working with children ages 2–7 with autism and other behavioral disorders. As a member of the queer community, I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for clients of all identities. I believe therapy is a collaborative process and strive to provide a warm environment where clients feel empowered to explore, reflect, and grow.

I take a holistic approach to healing, considering all aspects of life—emotional, relational, and environmental—when supporting clients in making meaningful change. I believe that everyone deserves access to compassionate care, regardless of background, identity, or circumstances. Grounding in nature is an important part of my personal and professional philosophy, and I often encourage clients to connect with the natural world as part of their therapeutic journey.

Outside of work, I enjoy a variety of creative outlets and artistic expression, which inform my approach to therapy and help me foster a flexible, imaginative, and supportive environment. My goal is to help those I work with feel seen, heard, and fully supported as they navigate life’s challenges and growth opportunities.

Pronouns:  She/They