Therapist
Alicia Fahr
BA, MEd, Ph.D., LPC-S, LPCC, NCC Virginia. PSY.0005284
Years in Practice: 4
Biography
Alicia Fahr, BA, MEd, Ph.D., LPC-S, LPCC, NCC, is a licensed professional counselor and counselor educator with multi-state licensure across 13 states, including AZ, CA, DC, WA, FL, IL, ME, MI, MN, TX, VA, WV, and WI. With decades of clinical and academic experience, she specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, grief counseling, chronic illness, and military mental health. Dr. Fahr serves as an Assistant Professor at West Coast University and provides clinical care through Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services, blending research-based strategies with compassionate support.
Degree(s)
PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) at Western Michigan University
State(s) of Licensure
AZ, CA, FL, IL, ME, MI, MN, MT, TX, VA, WA, WV, WI, DC
Specialities
Sleep disorders, Grief and loss, Maternal mental health (Perinatal/Postpartum), Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma and PTSD, Chronic conditions/Chronic pain
Therapy Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Strength-Based Therapy, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Psychoanalysis / Psychoanalytic Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Relational Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Transpersonal Therapy, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Art Therapy, Play Therapy
Blogposts Reviewed by Alicia Fahr
Anxiety Disorders: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment (2026 Guide)
If you’ve ever experienced anxiety disorders and wondered why anxiety feels overwhelming or how to tell the difference between everyday…
Depression: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and How an ESA Can Help (2026 Guide)
Let’s get one thing straight. The fog you’re in, the weight you feel—it’s real. This isn’t just a bad mood…
Emotional Support Animal for ADHD: All You Need to Know
Emotional support animals (ESAs) can be a valuable tool for individuals struggling with ADHD. They provide both companionship and emotional…
You deserve to have your emotional support animal by your side. Start your pre-screening today to see if you qualify for an ESA Letter.