Take a deep breath. You’re in trusted hands.
Welcome to Soulana Sanctuary, a sacred space for healing, transformation, and deep self-discovery.
I’m Alexandria Valline (she/her), MACP, LMHC — a gay, queer woman, licensed mental health counselor, integrative healing practitioner, facilitator, writer, artist, and public speaker based in Bellingham, Washington. I bring over a decade of experience in victim advocacy, and I’m deeply dedicated to bridging the gap between traditional therapy and holistic healing to support meaningful, lasting change.
With a background as a United States Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate (SAPRVA), I now focus on empowering others through evidence-based therapies, including EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)—mindfully integrated with movement and somatic work, expressive arts, and nature-based ecotherapy to support deep healing and transformation.
At Soulana Sanctuary, I offer a safe, supportive space to heal trauma, reconnect with the wisdom of your body, and return to your most authentic, empowered self. Through somatic therapy, nervous system regulation tools, and mind-body healing practices, we gently unlearn limiting beliefs, release stored stress and trauma, and build a deeper, more compassionate connection with yourself.
Whether you're seeking emotional healing, freedom from past trauma, or a more embodied way of living—I’m here to walk alongside you.
Ready to begin? Schedule a complimentary 15-minute video consultation to see if we’re a mutual fit. For non-therapy services, fill out the contact form, and we’ll be in touch soon!
“Change is inevitable, and I believe that you possess incredible strength and wisdom to navigate through whatever comes your way.”
- Alexandria Valline, MACP, LMHC
What Led Me To This Work and Why It Matters Deeply…
My journey into this work hasn’t been linear—it’s been a calling, shaped by personal experiences with Trauma, resilience, and a deep longing for something beyond talk therapy.
As a gay, queer woman, I longed for spaces where I could feel truly safe to explore the complexity of my own human experience—spaces that honored both my pain and my power. That kind of space was hard to find. And so, I created Soulana Sanctuary to be exactly that: a sanctuary of safety, depth, and authenticity for those seeking healing and connection.
After years of working within traditional mental health frameworks, I recognized the necessity of an integrative, body-mind-soul approach. One that doesn’t just treat symptoms, but invites your whole self into the process.
I specialize in supporting adults (18+) through a personalized blend of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, somatic practices, movement, mindfulness, expressive arts, and nature-based ecotherapy. My passion lies in helping you regulate your nervous system, process emotional wounds, and build a deep, embodied sense of safety and self-trust.
If you’re curious about my full story and what led me here, click below to learn more.
Offerings and Services
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Individual Therapy | Relationship Counseling • In-Person - Walk +Talk - Virtual
These sessions support you in navigating emotional, mental, and psychological challenges while honoring the many layers of your lived experience. Therapy is available in-person, virtually, or through walk-and-talk sessions for individuals, partners, and couples of all identities and relationship structures residing in Washington State.
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Complementary Alternative Healing • In-Person - Nature-Based - Virtual
Complementary alternative healing modalities offer supportive pathways for grounding, integration, and nervous system regulation as you navigate the complexities of life. These sessions can deepen your connection to self, support emotional release, and help restore somatic balance. While not a replacement for therapy, they often work beautifully alongside deeper therapeutic work—enhancing insight, embodiment, and healing on multiple levels.
Areas of Expertise
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Anxiety Management
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ADHD / ADD or Attention Deficits
Echoes from the Sanctuary
Reflections from former clients and current colleagues who’ve experienced Alexandria’s work firsthand.
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"Alexandria beautifully blends ACT and CBT with the science of holistic healing for clients navigating anxiety, ADHD, stress, and burnout. An insightful clinician dedicated to expert care, she provides empowering tools with warmth, empathy, and compassion."
- Carie McCoy, MACP, LMHC
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"Alexandria was such a huge help for us! She really helped us improve our communication and figure out systems at home that made both of us feel more supported and understood. We feel so much more connected now and actually have tools to keep things running smoothly. So grateful for her!"
- Former Couples Counseling Client
Land Acknowledgement
I acknowledge that I live and work on the ancestral lands of the Nooksack, Lummi, and Coast Salish peoples, who have long recognized the interconnectedness of all life and cared for this land and waters for generations. I understand that my presence here is a direct result of colonization, which displaced Indigenous communities and caused lasting harm. I honor their elders and histories and commit to fostering meaningful relationships and working toward collective healing, justice, and a deeper respect for the connections that sustain us all.
Discover how the Lummi Nation and Nooksack Tribe are working together to protect water rights in the basin. If you’d like to support these communities, learn more and get involved here:
If you’d like to learn more about the Indigenous land in your area, explore here:
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if this is an emergency:
please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to reach a 24-hour crisis center, text HOME to 741741 for free crisis support via text message, call 911, or visit the nearest emergency room.