Angela Alston

Angela Alston, LADC, LMSW, AADC, CCTP; is the Owner and Clinical Therapist of A Journey To-Wholeness, LLC. and Author of Normal Dysfunction. She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Addiction Drug Counselor (LADC), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP}, Advanced Alcohol Drug Counselor (AADC), Author of Normal Dysfunction and the Creator of WRD2GOD online clothing store. Angela has worked in the Human Services field for over 30 years. She has worked with a variety of clientele from; developmentally disabled clients, clients on Methadone Maintenance, teenagers in group home setting, adolescents in Juvenile Detention, and Male Offenders who have been sentenced to 2 or more years in the Department of Correction as a for over 15 years. She has provided CEU Trainings at the: Women's Consortium, Department of Mental Health an Addiction Services (DMHAS), Department of Correction, and the Greater Hartford Reentry Council and her content has been featured at 2020 and 2021 The Teachable Summit, and her voice has been featured on several podcasts from around the globe; from the UK, to California and Atlanta, Georgia. Angela knows what it is like to live in a psychological prison, trying to "stay strong" while repeating the narrative "I'm ok!". You don't have to go on this journey alone. The common thread amongst all clientele is a desire for positive change. At times one may need a helping hand to guide them on their journey in a therapeutic, safe, and nonjudgemental environment. Seeking guidance is a courageous first step to wholeness and lasting change. She believes that seeking therapy does not mean that you are weak or "crazy"; it means you have decided to address your concerns with non-biased professional help. With Angela, you are in good hands! She has the innate ability to meet others where they are and to help those who struggle with addiction, overwhelm, high stress and other Mental Health concerns; and to finally break free and live a life they are proud of. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, high stress or over use disorder; you are here for a reason! Angela also has recently added "Therapy for Truckers" to her Business Space; her goal is to offer Truckers Mental Health services while on the road.