LCSW, 5 years of experience
New to Grow
Hello! I’m Lexi. I’m so glad you’re taking this step toward care. As a therapist, my passion is helping people move from feeling overwhelmed and disconnected to feeling centered, stable, and safe within themselves. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC) and have specialized training in trauma-informed approaches, including CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and attachment-based therapy. My work draws from these modalities to create a space that feels grounded, compassionate, and personalized to your needs. My clinical experience includes individual therapy, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), crisis intervention, and community-based services. I’ve supported survivors of domestic violence, exploitation, and trafficking, as well as individuals on probation and those navigating major life transitions, postpartum changes, and relational or attachment trauma. I also work closely with clients coping with borderline traits and the deep pain that can come from stigma or invalidation. What I’ve learned through this work is that real healing begins in a safe, trusting relationship. I approach therapy with empathy, patience, and curiosity, meeting you where you are and helping you build tools for regulation, connection, and self understanding. Whether we’re exploring emotional wounds, strengthening boundaries, or rediscovering your sense of self, our sessions will move at a pace that feels respectful and empowering. Ultimately, my goal is to help you heal emotional pain, build resilience, and reconnect with your own inner strength. Together, we’ll create space for growth, safety, and self-compassion so you can live a life that feels more balanced, intentional, and authentically yours.
Our first session is simply a conversation. It's a chance for us to get to know each other at your pace. My goal is to offer a space that feels warm, welcoming, and free of judgment, where you can just be yourself. You’re never expected to share more than you’re ready for. We’ll take things step by step together. We'll spend our time getting a clear picture of what brings you in now, and what you want to be different. I’ll ask about your history, your current challenges, and what moments in your past feel most influential. By the end of this session, my goal is for you to feel heard and understood, and to have a tangible sense of hope. We will have identified 1-2 key areas of focus so you leave knowing exactly how we'll begin working together and feeling confident that you've found the right fit.
I bring a trauma-informed, relational approach to therapy, which means I pay close attention to how your past experiences shape the way you see yourself and connect with others. I draw from evidence-based methods like DBT, CBT, and attachment focused work, but I use them flexibly, tailoring each session to what you need most in the moment. My goal isn’t to “fix” you, but to help you understand yourself more fully and to build tools that support lasting emotional balance and self-trust. Another strength I bring is my calm, grounded presence. Even when things feel chaotic or heavy, I stay steady so you can safely explore difficult emotions without fear of judgment. I know how important it is to feel that your therapist can hold your story with sensitivity and stability. I aim to be both gentle and honest, offering compassion when you need care, and challenge when you’re ready for growth. Ultimately, I think what stands out most in my approach is the balance of warmth and depth. I don’t rush the process, and I don’t offer surface level fixes. Instead, I walk alongside you as you heal, helping you build a stronger, more compassionate relationship with yourself. I hope that through our work, you not only feel better but begin to truly believe in your ability to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and self-acceptance.
My ideal clients are people who are ready to begin healing, even if they’re not exactly sure how. You might feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or like you’ve been stuck in survival mode for too long. Maybe you’ve been trying to keep everything together on your own but feel disconnected from yourself or the people around you. You don’t have to have everything figured out to start therapy, just a willingness to take that first step toward feeling more grounded and at peace. Many of the people I work with have experienced trauma, relationship challenges, or deep emotional pain. You might not use the word “trauma” to describe what you’ve been through, but you know something from your past still affects you today. Together, we’ll gently explore those experiences and help you build a sense of safety, trust, and connection both with yourself and in your relationships. I especially love working with people who feel things deeply or who have often been told they’re “too sensitive” or “too emotional.” I believe sensitivity is a strength, not a flaw. In therapy, I create a space where you don’t have to hide parts of yourself or feel like you need to tone anything down. My role is to help you understand your emotions, respond to them with compassion, and find steadiness in the moments that feel most difficult. Some of my clients struggle with boundaries, people pleasing, or feeling like they give too much and receive too little in return. Others are working through anxiety, depression, or big life transitions that have left them feeling lost or unsure of themselves. Whatever brings you here, therapy can be a place to slow down, reflect, and learn new ways of caring for yourself that actually feel doable in your day to day life. I also work with people who have struggled with being misunderstood or judged, especially those living with borderline traits or intense emotions. You deserve to be seen for your strength, not your struggles. I approach therapy with deep empathy and patience, helping you build emotional tools that bring balance and clarity rather than shame or self-blame. At the heart of my work is a belief that healing happens through connection. You don’t need to be “fixed” because you’re not broken. Together, we’ll explore your story, make sense of what you’ve been through, and find ways to create safety and self-trust again. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for something different, therapy can be the place where change begins—gently,
In my work, I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, which is a kind of therapy that helps people find a balance between accepting themselves as they are and working toward positive change. I often tell clients that DBT gives us practical tools for managing really strong emotions, improving relationships, and handling stressful situations without making things worse. In our sessions, we’d look at what’s been happening in your life and what tends to get in the way of your goals. Together, we’d explore what leads up to certain reactions or behaviors and then figure out new ways to respond that feel more in line with how you want to live. I’ll teach you skills from the main DBT areas — things like mindfulness (staying present and grounded), distress tolerance (getting through tough moments safely), emotion regulation (understanding and managing big feelings), and interpersonal effectiveness (communicating clearly and setting healthy boundaries). Between sessions, I may invite you to practice these skills and notice what works and what doesn’t. We’ll talk about it together so therapy feels collaborative and focused on your real experiences. My overall goal is to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and equipped with tools that actually work in your day-to-day life.