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Alecia Watts

Therapist
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Maternal mental health, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I have a passion for empowering women to connect with their authentic selves and become the best version of themselves possible. I specialize in working with women (21 years of age and older) experiencing personal challenges related to stress, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem/self-worth, new motherhood, and other life transitions.

My approach to therapy

My compassionate, strengths-based and person-centered approach aims at helping clients gain insight, build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, & improve overall wellbeing. I utilize varied therapeutic methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Self-Compassion, Mindfulness, Somatic Experiencing techniques, and faith-informed counseling for those who are interested.

What you can expect from me

While working with me, you can expect to be heard with engaging conversation, appropriate humor, and a healthy dose of gentle challenging. Valuing the importance of the therapeutic relationship, I offer an empathic, non-judgmental space that welcomes vulnerability, personal reflection and exploration. I look forward to the opportunity to support you along your journey towards internal peace and healing!

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Affirming, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Saint Louis University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Illinois, Missouri)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Maternal mental health, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Stress management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Women's issues, PTSD, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Attachment Based, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English