Therapist profile
Avery Alexander, LCSW
LCSW - Stress and family related concerns
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- Client-centered work
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness practices
About Avery
Avery Alexander is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Utah with five years of clinical experience. She lists work with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, grief, sleep problems, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and family and parenting concerns among her areas of focus. Avery also notes interests in attachment issues, adoption and foster care, blended family issues, and communication problems.
She trained in human services and social work, earning a Bachelor of Science in Human Services from Northeastern University and a Master of Social Work from Simmons College. Early volunteer work and community outreach in Oakland shaped her interest in helping people from diverse backgrounds and in community-based care.
Avery uses several practical approaches in sessions. She draws on client-centered work to follow the person's priorities. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify patterns of thinking that keep problems going. She also incorporates dialectical behavior strategies and narrative therapy elements when they fit a person's goals.
In a typical session she helps people talk through current stresses, identify small behavior changes, and practice skills for managing strong emotions. She can also focus on issues tied to relationships, parenting strains, and identity when those concerns are raised. Sessions are conducted in English.
Her background includes community center mentoring and nonprofit outreach, which inform a down-to-earth style. People who want straightforward, skills-focused conversation about everyday problems may find her approach useful. To confirm current session options before booking, select the online therapy options and complete the matching questionnaire.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Avery often uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening to what matters to the person and shaping sessions around their priorities. This approach is useful for people who need to talk through family stress, role changes, or identity concerns.She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, a hands-on method that helps identify unhelpful thinking and test small behavior changes. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and worry related to parenting or work. Dialectical behavior therapy skills appear in her work too; these skills teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication for when anger or strong feelings get in the way.
Finding the right approach is part of the work, and Avery treats that as a collaborative process. She will discuss goals, try practical techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps. The therapist and client decide together which tools fit the issue and daily life.
The original profile did not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into school runs, work breaks, or busy evenings and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Discuss scheduling and format in the matching questionnaire to choose what works best for everyday life.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Utah
Languages
English
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What kinds of concerns does she address?
She lists stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, grief, sleep problems, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and family and parenting concerns among her focus areas.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses client-centered conversation alongside cognitive behavioral techniques and dialectical behavior strategies. Sessions often include practical skill practice and reviewing everyday coping steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working in community settings and mental health roles.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Utah and lists her practice location as Utah.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How do I begin if I want to schedule a session?
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