Alana Farnsworth

Alana Farnsworth is an experienced mental health professional with a strong background in animal-assisted therapy and social work. Currently serving as an Animal Assisted Psychotherapist at Soul Friends, Inc, since April 2024, Alana employs a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to support individuals and families. In addition to this role, Alana has worked at the Hospital for Special Care since May 2019, where responsibilities include case management for children and adolescents with Autism and facilitating therapeutic groups. Alana is also the owner of Empowered with Equines, LLC, offering psychotherapeutic services that leverage equine-facilitated practices. Alana's diverse experience includes positions such as Primary Therapist at Turnbridge, Outreach Therapist at Community Health Resources, and various supporting roles in behavioral therapy and life skills instruction. Alana holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Connecticut and has earned degrees from the University of Saint Joseph and Middlesex Community College.