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Alexandra Cardona

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Accepts

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Oscar (Optum), Oxford (Optum), Quest Behavioral Health, and United Healthcare (Optum)

Specializes in

Grief, Loss, Infertility, and Stress

Great to meet you!

Welcome! I’m Alexandra Cardona, a licensed therapist specializing in mental health and play therapy, dedicated to supporting you on your journey toward mental wellness.

I offer a compassionate and safe space where we can explore your challenges, build resilience, and work together to create positive change. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma, or just need someone to talk to, I am here to listen, understand, and guide you.

As a play therapist, I specialize in helping children and the elderly express themselves and navigate their emotions through creative play. Play therapy is a powerful tool that allows the person to work through difficult feelings, build social skills, and learn healthy coping mechanisms in a fun and non-threatening environment. I also work with families to support their child's development and emotional well-being.

With a holistic approach to therapy, I use evidence-based techniques tailored to each individual's needs. I believe that every person, regardless of age, has the strength to heal and grow, and I am here to support you in discovering those inner resources.

My areas of focus include:

  • Play Therapy for children and the elderly
  • Anxiety & Stress Management
  • Depression & Mood Disorders
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Relationship Issues
  • Personal Growth & Self-Esteem

I’m committed to walking alongside you and your family as we work together towards lasting transformation. Reach out today to take the first step toward feeling better and living a more fulfilling life.

A bit about my approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is collaborative, empathetic, and client-centered. I believe that every person has unique strengths, and my goal is to help you discover and harness those strengths to foster healing and growth. I work with you to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely and explore your challenges.

I primarily draw from evidence-based therapeutic approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care to guide our work together. These techniques are tailored to meet your specific needs, whether you're an individual, child, or family.

In play therapy, I provide a supportive environment for children and the elderly to express themselves through creative outlets, which can be especially helpful when words may not fully capture their emotions. For adults, I focus on helping you identify thought patterns and behaviors that may be holding you back, teaching you new strategies to cope with life's challenges, and fostering healthier relationships.

Ultimately, my approach is about creating a partnership where you feel empowered to explore, reflect, and make meaningful changes in your life.

What you can expect from our first session

Clients can expect to leave our sessions with a deeper understanding of themselves, new tools for managing life's challenges, and a sense of empowerment in their healing journey.

In our work together, you'll gain insights into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, helping you develop a greater sense of self-awareness and clarity. Whether you're navigating stress, healing from trauma, or improving your relationships, I will equip you with practical coping strategies and personalized techniques to handle difficult situations.

For children, play therapy offers a unique way to express and process emotions in a fun and supportive environment, allowing them to develop healthier ways of coping and communicating.

Throughout therapy, you'll also have the opportunity to build a toolkit for managing stress, improving self-esteem, and creating meaningful changes in your life. By the end of our sessions, you can expect to feel more confident, resilient, and better equipped to face the challenges ahead.


Alexandra's style is

Warm
Challenging
Humorous

Insurance carriers Alexandra accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Oscar
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
United Healthcare

More about Alexandra

MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Central Florida
License type: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Florida)
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Caucasian and Hispanic
Languages: English and Spanish
Works with: Children, Adolescents, Adults, and Seniors
More specialties: Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, OCD, Family Issues, Anger Management, Cultural & Ethnic Issues, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues, Identity Issues, and Trauma
Modalities: Strength-Based, Humanistic, Positive Psychology, Relational, Experiential, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Behavior Modification, Trauma Focused CBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Play, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Schema, Attachment Based, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychodynamic, Structural Family, Gestalt, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Art Therapy, and Psychoanalytic