Dr. Alexius Carter
Hello, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Doctor of Behavioral Health (DBH) with over 14 years of experience supporting adults through life’s challenges. I earned my Master’s degree from the University of Central Florida and my Doctorate degree from Arizona State University. I am currently licensed to practice in Florida, Maine, Virginia, Arizona, California, Kansas, Vermont, Maryland, and Colorado. Although I reside in Florida, I provide telehealth services to clients across these states. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-based. I believe each person has the capacity for growth and healing, and I work alongside clients to help them recognize their resilience and build meaningful change. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, or relationship challenges, I provide a supportive space to help you find balance, clarity, and emotional well-being.
I also draw on over 14 years of clinical experience and a range of evidence-based approaches, allowing me to adapt my style to meet each client’s unique needs.
First session
In our first session, clients can expect a welcoming, supportive space where they can begin to share what’s bringing them to therapy. We'll talk about your current challenges, personal goals, and any past experiences that feel important to your healing process. I’ll also ask some questions to better understand your history and overall well-being, which helps me tailor our work to your unique needs. This session is also a chance for you to get a feel for my style and ask any questions you may have about the therapy process. Most importantly, it’s the beginning of building a trusting, collaborative relationship where you feel safe, heard, and empowered to take the next steps in your journey.
Strengths
One of my greatest strengths as a provider is my ability to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel genuinely seen and heard. I bring deep empathy, patience, and a calm, grounded presence to my work, which helps clients open up and feel supported—even when discussing difficult or vulnerable topics. I also draw on over 14 years of clinical experience and a range of evidence-based approaches, allowing me to adapt my style to meet each client’s unique needs. I’m especially skilled at helping clients identify their inner strengths, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and develop practical tools to manage life’s challenges with greater confidence and clarity. Finally, my personal experiences, including navigating grief and loss, allow me to connect with clients on a deeply human level. I believe in the power of resilience and work collaboratively to help people move forward with compassion, self-awareness, and purpose.
Ideal clients
I’m a good fit for adults who are genuinely ready to invest in themselves through therapy, especially those moving through life transitions, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer help. Many of the people I see are highly capable and look steady on the outside, yet feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about what’s next. I also work well with those who may be hesitant to seek help at first, but are open to growth once they feel safe, heard, and understood. Clients who benefit most from our work together are those ready to explore their inner world, willing to challenge unhelpful thoughts, and interested in developing practical coping strategies they can use in everyday life. My style is grounded, supportive, and collaborative—I aim to meet clients where they are and walk alongside them as they work toward clarity, healing, and personal empowerment.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients develop effective coping strategies and challenge intrusive thoughts that may be contributing to their anxiety. I also assign targeted homework to reinforce therapeutic techniques and encourage clients to apply these skills in their daily lives outside of sessions.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support clients in building distress tolerance, emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills. I assign DBT-based homework to encourage clients to practice these techniques between sessions, promoting greater self-awareness and long-term skill integration.
Motivational Interviewing
I utilize Motivational Interviewing (MI) to enhance clients’ intrinsic motivation for change by fostering a collaborative and non-judgmental environment. Through guided conversations, clients are encouraged to explore their ambivalence, recognize their personal strengths, and identify their own reasons for growth and change.
Location
Virtual sessions