My name is Alex and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I work with children, teenagers, adults and families to help them get their needs met despite any barriers in the way (mental health, stigma, society). I am experienced with folks seeking gentle guidance as well as folks in active crisis and everything in-between. I have a special interest in viewing concerns from an attachment lens as I believe that informs communication and relationship patterns for both children and adults.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

During the first session, we will first review practice policies (billing, information sharing, emergency procedures). Then we will explore past and present factors contributing to the presenting issue that brought you to therapy. If we both feel that this presenting issue is something I can assist with, we will create a treatment plan.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My greatest strengths as a provider are my ability to listen and reflect, provide warmth and care, and consistently seek feedback. I practice challenging the judgments I have in my daily life so that I can listen and reflect in session without judgement. I have empathy for the folks I work with and show that through warmth in tone and care in my approach. Finally, I seek to know how I could have improved on a session and how closely our session aligned to our treatment plan.

About Alex Kitchener