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- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship strain
- Compassion fatigue
About Alexandria
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 7 years of experience, Alexandria "Alex" Tan helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression, and compassion fatigue. Alex concentrates on practical supports and straightforward conversation. She works in English and is based in California.
Alex uses a mix of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address current problems. She draws on methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy alongside person-centered and solution-focused ideas. Sessions focus on identifying patterns that keep problems going and trying small changes that can make daily life easier.
Clients can expect direct, goal-oriented work that balances insight with practical skills. Alex has experience supporting people through caregiver stress, attachment difficulties, blended family issues, body image concerns, substance use challenges, and communication or control problems. She also addresses issues related to family of origin, forgiveness, and feelings of emptiness.
Her background includes work in community settings with diverse groups and people facing a range of mental health and substance use concerns. That experience informs straightforward planning and realistic next steps in therapy. Alex pays attention to how stress and burnout show up in people who do caregiving or helping work.
When starting, she helps clients name clear goals and choose techniques to reach them. Sessions typically combine talking through problems, practicing skills, and checking what is and isn’t helping. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session are the initial steps.
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How evidence-based methods translate to online sessions
Alex uses several evidence-based techniques that translate well to remote work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. It helps with anxiety, depression, and stress by giving concrete tools to change daily patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. Those skills can reduce overwhelm, improve communication, and support people dealing with burnout or compassion fatigue.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist reviews your goals and preferences and suggests methods to try. Clients are invited to give feedback so the plan can be adjusted as needed, making the process collaborative rather than fixed.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for brief check-ins when needed. It also lets people use techniques in the settings where problems occur, such as practicing communication skills between household members or trying grounding skills during a stressful moment. Ask about format choices when you set up the first session to match logistics and therapeutic needs.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression, and compassion fatigue. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, blended family concerns, body image, caregiver stress, substance use, and related topics.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses an integrative, evidence-based approach combining practical skills and discussion. Work often mixes behavior-focused techniques with insight-oriented conversation.
How much experience does she have?
She has 7 years of clinical experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. That experience includes community settings and work with people facing a range of mental health and substance use concerns.
What credential and location apply?
She is a California LCSW and practices in California. Sessions are conducted in English.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether video, phone, or in-person meetings are offered.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and the practice uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates depend on the local fee structure.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.