Areas of Expertise

Specialized care for the complex intersection of physical health and emotional well-being

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) - Crohn's & Ulcerative Colitis
  • Functional Dyspepsia & GERD
  • Gastroparesis & Motility Disorders
  • Chronic Nausea & Vomiting
  • Food Anxiety & Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
  • Post-Surgical GI Adjustment
  • Bathroom Anxiety
  • Food Avoidance
  • Chronic Pain Syndromes
  • Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue
  • Endometriosis & Pelvic Pain
  • Autoimmune Conditions
  • Post-Viral Syndromes (Long COVID)
  • Adjustment to Chronic Illness
  • Medical Trauma & PTSD
  • Vaginismus & Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
  • Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia)
  • Low Sexual Desire & Arousal Concerns
  • Sexual Anxiety & Performance Concerns
  • Body Image & Intimacy After Illness
  • LGBTQ+ Affirming Sexual Health Care
  • Relationship & Communication Support
  • Erectile Dysfunction
  • Sexual Relationship Concerns
  • Sexual Identity Exploration
  • Medical Procedure Anxiety
  • Needle Phobia & Medical Avoidance
  • Health Anxiety & Illness Worry
  • Post-Traumatic Stress from Medical Events
  • Surgical Preparation & Recovery
  • Chronic Illness Grief & Loss
  • Caregiver Stress & Burnout

Not Sure If This Is Right for You?

Every person's health journey is unique. If you're experiencing physical symptoms that affect your quality of life, emotional well-being, or relationships — even if your condition isn't listed here — I invite you to reach out for a consultation.

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Alana Friedlander, PsyD

Clinical Health Psychologist

Where Psychology and Medicine Meet

Telehealth — NY, IL, WI & PSYPACT States

In-person — Chicago, IL

Specializing in gut-brain disorders, chronic illness & pain, and sexual health psychology.

Specialties

  • Gastropsychology
  • Sexual Health & Sex Therapy
  • Chronic Illness & Pain

Telehealth Services

New York • Illinois • Wisconsin

PSYPACT States

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Serving clients across Illinois, New York, Wisconsin, and all PSYPACT member states .

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