Hi! My name is Alexis Kuney and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Southern California. Therapy and meeting a new therapist for the first time can be a little scary, but you've taken the first step, which is great! If you’ve never gone to therapy, or if it’s been a while, it’s time to move forward and rediscover the best version of yourself, and I'm here to help you do that. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, interpersonal/relationship issues, adult ADHD, and survivors of domestic violence. I also work with parents in high-conflict custody disputes to help them navigate the complexities of family court. I have a personal knowledge of what it means to struggle, and I find satisfaction in helping people solve their problems in meaningful and adaptive ways. In these unsettled times, a therapeutic support system can be beneficial to all of us. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and hopeless coping with life’s challenges, it’s helpful to have someone calm, supportive, and empathetic to listen and provide guidance. Given that everyone is unique, and our lives are complex, I tailor my approach to you and your needs. My goal is to provide an environment that is safe and supportive so that we can work collaboratively to help you reach your goals.

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

During our first session, I aim to understand what problems brought you to therapy and to begin to help you feel differently about your problems by the time our session ends. I encourage my clients to look inward and to be open and candid with me so that I can gain insight into their presenting concerns, history, background, current struggles, interests, strengths, and goals. In order to establish clear goals, I collaborate with my clients to establish their needs and strengths, then draw on these to identify what they would like to achieve during the therapeutic process. I partner with clients to identify short-term and long-term goals and find out what is really important for their growth and life success. This process entails building trust and helping clients to feel comfortable with the therapeutic process.

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

I have a diverse background as a social worker and have worked with people from all walks of life over my career. With a strengths based perspective, I aim to help you build upon your innate abilities. I take the time to really understand you and your specific needs, then tailor my approach in a way that will work best for you. Finally, mental health can be heavy, so I try to create opportunities for laughter and joy.

About Alexis Kuney