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Alex Gottschalk

Therapist
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am endlessly inquisitive about people and committed to helping you better understand yourself, your patterns, and what will genuinely help you move forward. You do not have to have everything figured out before starting therapy. You just need a place where you can feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment. I bring twenty five years of experience in human services, including teaching, case management, and individual and group therapy.

My approach to therapy

Therapy should feel collaborative, approachable, and personalized to your needs. I take a direct, client centered approach that focuses on your goals, your pace, and what works best for you. I do not believe in rigidly applying therapeutic frameworks that may not fit your life or experiences. My goal is to demystify the therapeutic process and create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where you feel comfortable being honest, challenged when necessary, and fully supported throughout your growth.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is an opportunity for us to begin building trust and understanding together. You can expect a relaxed and conversational atmosphere where we explore what brought you to therapy, what you hope to gain from it, and any questions or concerns you may have. There is no pressure to open up all at once or say everything perfectly. Together, we will begin identifying what feels most important to you and discuss practical next steps that feel realistic, meaningful, and supportive.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Man
  • My style is
    Inquisitive, Open Minded, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MEd (Master of Education) at Northeastern University, MSW (Master of Social Work) at Boston University
  • License type
    LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Point32 Healthcare, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, PTSD
  • More specialties
    LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Psychoanalytic, Humanistic, Strength-Based, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic, Trauma Focused CBT, Relational, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavior Management, Behavioral
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English