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Alexandria "Alex" Tan

Alexandria "Alex" Tan, LCSW

Therapist in California

Compassionate, practical support for feeling better

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  • Depression and anxiety
  • Caregiver and burnout
  • Skills and insight

About Alexandria

Alexandria "Alex" Tan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression, and compassion fatigue. She draws on seven years of clinical experience to offer steady, practical support. Alex uses a calm, direct approach so people can talk through what matters most to them and begin small changes that add up.

Alex has worked in a range of settings with people experiencing mood and personality challenges, trauma, substance use concerns, homelessness, and the effects of past foster care. Her background includes work in community mental health and correctional settings, which informs a down-to-earth, nonjudgmental style.

Her practice is flexible and blends evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Sessions focus on spotting patterns, building coping skills, and practicing new ways of relating to oneself and others. She emphasizes simple tools that can be used between sessions.

People often seek her help when they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or burned out from caregiving or high-stress roles. Alex pays attention to attachment concerns, communication problems, body image, and family-of-origin issues when those come up in therapy.

She aims to create a steady, respectful space where clients set the pace. The work is collaborative and goal-oriented, with attention to what each person needs right now. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online care

Alex uses a mix of well-established, evidence-based techniques to support people working through depression, anxiety, relationship strain, and caregiver burnout. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors so mood and everyday functioning can improve. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on building emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication skills that reduce overwhelm and conflict.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Alex treats the choice of methods as collaborative - she and the client discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Over a few sessions they adjust the plan so techniques match the person's needs and pace.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. It can reduce travel time, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and let people join from a location that works for their schedule. Because the therapist’s available formats are not specified here, confirm current session options before booking to learn which methods and session types are offered. Many people find that meeting online helps maintain continuity of care and keeps progress moving between appointments.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Alex commonly address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. She also works with attachment, caregiver stress, body image, substance use, and related issues.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is calm, direct, and practical. Sessions focus on noticing patterns, learning skills, and trying small changes that fit daily life.

What is her clinical background?

Alex has seven years of experience in clinical settings including community mental health and correctional work, and with people who have experienced homelessness and foster care.

What credentials and location information should I know?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in California.

Which languages can sessions be held in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work together with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions scheduled and what does therapy cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Alex?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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