Dr. Alexis Westbrook is an African American clinical psychologist who specializes in a trauma-focused approach to treat relational issues. She has over 12 years of experience in helping adults across the lifespan develop healthy coping skills and healing strategies to manage life's difficulties. Her practice is rooted in a collaborative and strength-based approach, focusing on the well-being of her patients. Dr. Westbrook has a passion for helping people heal from the effects of trauma and she uses evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Psychodynamic Therapy to help her patients confront and process traumatic experiences and their impact on the relationships within their lives. She is a strong advocate for social justice and works toward dismantling systemic barriers that hinder healing. Dr. Westbrook provides cultural-competent care, considering each person’s unique cultural background and identity to provide the best possible care. She is passionate about helping her patients achieve a greater sense of balance and peace in their lives.

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

During the intake session one can expect a welcoming and supportive environment that acknowledges and respects their unique experiences and identity. The intake session is a crucial time for building rapport, gathering information, and setting the stage for future therapeutic work.

What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?

Treatment methods utilizes include, but are not limited to, an integrated model which includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Psychodynamic Therapy. CBT assists with identifying negative thoughts and behavior while also creating space to modify them by way of fostering healthier coping strategies. Mindfulness cultivates present-moment awareness, reducing reactivity and promoting self-compassion and emotional regulation. Psychodynamic therapy explores unconscious patterns and unresolved conflicts, providing insight into their impact on thoughts, feelings, and relationships. The integration of these approaches assists with my ability to tailor the therapeutic experience and address the cognitive, emotional, and relational needs of each client.

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

In clinical practice, I prioritize my understanding and focus on the long-lasting impact traumatic experience. I recognize that trauma can have wide-ranging effects on individuals' lives (i.e., thoughts, emotions, behaviors, etc.), impacting not only their lives but also the lives others they may be in community with. As a result, within clinical practice, I also prioritize a focus on relational-informed therapy. Relational-informed therapy focuses on exploring and improving relational dynamics, both past and present, with an understanding that the quality of one's relationships can profoundly influence their mental health and wellbeing.

About Alexis Westbrook