Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 30 ratings

Alexandra Alfaro Vela

LMFT, 8 years of experience

Authentic
Empowering
Open-minded

About me

Are you feeling lost? Stuck in a rut? Need to untangle your thoughts? Hi, I'm Dr. Alfaro Vela and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. For 8 years, I have been working with clients in private practice to help them navigate the struggles of their daily lives. I strive to meet clients where they're at, and explore possible solutions to their problems. I am a firm believer that every client has specific strengths that we can work to uncover together.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session together, I typically explore a bit of my client's background, any previous experience in therapy, and what brings them to therapy at this time. By the end of the session, we will discuss short-term and long-term goals, or generally what the client would like to see different in their lives. At the end of some sessions, I offer homework that may be tangible or thoughtful.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strength as a provider is in my collaborative nature. My ability to meet clients where they're at allows me to offer guidance at my client's pace--not too fast or too slow. My interest in clients strengths and resources also offer clients a sense of hope for their futures.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I have a strong calling to work with clients who are at the end of their rope and in need of some hope. My goal is to not only inspire hope, but empower both individuals and couples to live their best lives.

Specialties

Top specialties

AnxietyDepression

I identify as

Serves ages

Teenagers (13 to 17)

My treatment methods

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

As a Solution-Focused therapist, I seek to understand the strengths and resources my clients inherently have. I work with clients to discover what solutions would best fit their lives.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to explore how thoughts, feelings, and emotions are connected. Using CBT, I work with clients to identify and challenge negative thought patterns that may serve as barriers in their lives.

Gottman method

As a therapist previously trained in the Gottman method, I love to explore relationships through the Gottman lens. I often utilize many of the Gottman method tools when working with couples or individuals facing relationship challenges.

Location

Offers in-person in 1881 NE 26th St, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, 221Virtual

Licensed in

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 30 ratings

2 ratings with written reviews

July 8, 2025

Alexandra's warm demeanor and professional approach has made the process of seeking therapy seamless and welcoming. So excited to work with her!

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Alexandra

May 7, 2025

Dr. Alexandra Alfaro Vela is truly amazing. She has been helpful in all ways for me and cares about helping get to a better place. I would not be on the right path to getting better if it weren't for her. Very grateful for her!

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 16 with Alexandra