LMHC, 14 years of experience
Hello Courageous Individuals, I am licensed in Florida with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I normalize mental health issues with compassion, education and clinical strategies that help build acceptance, self-love and connection.
In the first session, we will explore your current stressors, current emotions, treatment goals and your preference with resources and support. The first session will review the intake paperwork, scheduling and will help establish an idea of your individualized treatment plan and goals moving forward.
Welcome! I bring 14 years of experience of addiction and mental health experience. I am trained in EMDR and utilize trauma informed care and resources when working with someone. I bring a collaborative approach with various clinical interventions and resources. I am inspired by watching people grow through the treatment process and begin their journey of self-development. I normalize mental health issues and use compassion, education and clinical strategies to work with you on breaking down self-stigma and build acceptance, self-love, social skills and healthy coping skills.
Areas of Focus: Stress and anxiety Addiction Self-esteem Depression Coping with life changes Codependency Communication Family issues Trauma Self-love
CBT-I for sleep issues. I use this method for reframing core beliefs, challenging self-defeating thoughts and behaviors, reframing trauma, anxiety reduction, positive self talk and self confidence.
I provide education on the nervous system and fight, flight or freeze response. I encourage the use of somatic techniques to balance the nervous system. I encourage identification of glimmers and triggers.
I practice trauma informed care with compassion, holding space and understanding. Teach skills of safe place, reframing trauma beliefs, tapping and meditations.
EMDR and bilateral stimulation to work on trauma and reframing core beliefs that stem from trauma and impact self-worth and feelings of safety
1 rating with written reviews
July 1, 2025
Wow! What a first session! Alexis is very easy to talk to and she made me feel very comfortable and relaxed. I have very high hopes for this process.