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Alexa Ortense

Therapist
8 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Grief or loss, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello! With over 12 years of dedicated mental health experience, I bring a straight-forward, empathetic, and engaging approach to therapy. I have honed my skills through diverse roles and have experience supporting clients navigating complex mental health challenges in both emergency and therapeutic settings. My goal is to help support you and work alongside you to make lasting progress toward your personal goals. Let’s work together!

My approach to therapy

I specialize in providing therapeutic services that empower you to navigate life's challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful progress in your mental well-being. Whether you're dealing with a crisis, seeking ongoing support, or working toward recovery from mental health or substance use disorders, I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs, using evidence-based techniques and strategies.

What you can expect from me

In our sessions, you can expect a supportive space where you can freely explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. My approach is collaborative, meaning you and I will work together to identify your goals, uncover underlying issues, and develop practical tools for moving forward. Clients often leave sessions with a greater sense of clarity, increased emotional resilience, and enhanced coping skills for managing life's challenges.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Solution Oriented, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Rutgers University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Grief or loss, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Infertility, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused CBT, Relational, Behavior Modification, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English