I’m an LCSW (licensed clinical social worker) based in California. My initial therapy practice began over 20 years ago with young children affected by abuse and/or neglect. I’ve worked with a wide variety of clients and modalities since then including coaching women with ADHD. I continue to use coaching in the therapy process. It very much aligns with the Strength Based approach. Currently, I work with women who have lived with trauma over time; many have also experienced single incident traumatic events. Both experiences can color how you see the world and your experiences with people in it.

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

In our first session together, we’ll start with brief introductions, then look into the most pressing challenge you’re facing. You may just need to talk things out to start. Sometimes beginning with letting it all out can be a great pressure release. We can also identify tools you use currently and how you can maximize their use. We will end with a plan we create together for moving forward.

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

Symptoms of ADHD and trauma history can look very similar. There are a lot of similarities in how to maximize your functioning with either or a combination of both. I’ve worked extensively and successfully with both using the above mentioned therapeutic tools, as well as coaching and alternative modalities (meditation, mindfulness and exercise). We will work together to ensure what will work best for you.

About Cathy Alexander