Licensed to practice in California and accepts 28 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Grief and 8 more.
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I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with a doctorate degree in clinical psychology. I have been practicing for over 25 years. I take an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing techniques and interventions from frameworks including cognitive behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy and solution focused therapy. I see adult clients over the age of 18 for weekly individual sessions.
In our initial therapy session, we'll focus on getting to know each other and understanding your reasons for seeking therapy. You'll have the opportunity to share your concerns, goals, and any relevant background information. We'll discuss what you hope to achieve from therapy and begin to outline a plan for our work together, ensuring that you feel comfortable and supported every step of the way.
As a therapist, I am deeply committed to creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. With a compassionate and empathetic approach, I strive to understand your unique perspective and support you in navigating life's challenges. Together, we will work collaboratively to identify your goals, develop coping strategies, and cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself to promote healing and growth.
I work with adults struggling with: Anxiety and stress. Depression. Identity and self-esteem. Relationships issues. Boundaries. Trauma. Adjustments and life transitions. Grief and loss. Death and terminal illness. Spirituality.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) because it's a highly effective approach for helping clients make tangible progress in managing their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT is rooted in evidence-based techniques that have been shown to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. By working together, we can identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns, develop practical coping strategies, and ultimately empower you to take control of your mental well-being. With CBT, our focus is on the present moment and equipping you with the skills you need to navigate life's challenges more effectively, leading to lasting positive changes.
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) because it's a highly effective approach for fostering deeper emotional connections and resolving relational conflicts. EFT focuses on understanding and reshaping the emotional responses that drive our interactions with others, particularly within intimate relationships. By exploring underlying emotions and attachment needs, EFT helps individuals create more secure bonds and develop healthier patterns of interaction. Through our work together with EFT, we can cultivate greater understanding, intimacy, and resilience in your relationships, leading to lasting positive change and emotional fulfillment.
6 ratings with written reviews
April 13, 2026
I’ve only had one session with Alex so far but she immediately made me feel so seen and understood, safe to express my true feelings, and so in tune with regulating my nervous system as we navigated really heavy topics. She gave me things to try between our time seeing each other that have felt helpful already. She also pays close attention to what you say and is already helping me make connections. I think working with her is going to really help me through the most painful period of my life.
June 25, 2025
I am so grateful to have found Alex. She is exactly the support that I need at this critical time in my life. She is warm, kind, insightful and extremely intelligent. It's not easy for me to trust new people in my life, but with Alex it's easy. If there was a way to clone a thousand advocates like Alex, the world would turn a lot more smoothly.
May 12, 2025
I love that she challenges me and makes me think, she really brings up great points and sides I couldn’t see for myself. She’s very soft toned and warm and makes me feel understood.