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Alexandra Xifaras

Therapist(She/her)
3 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

Alexandra Xifaras is a Brooklyn based psychotherapist and art therapist (MPS, LCAT, LPAT, ATR-BC) She holds a Master’s degree in Art Therapy and Creativity Development from Pratt Institute. She has been providing therapeutic care with adults, children and families for more than half a decade. She works with individuals and families navigating a range of emotional including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, panic disorder, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties .Alexandra’s philosophy is designed to empower individuals to achieve their full potential and embark on a journey of self-actualization.

My approach to therapy

Alexandra uses a holistic, client-centered approach that integrates the creative process with evidence-based practices, such as psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, and CBT, to provide high quality treatment. She believes self-actualization is the goal of therapy and each individual is capable of navigating their challenges when given the right knowledge, tools, and resources.

What you can expect from me

Whether you have a specific issue or are curious to explore yourself more, I will support you in diving deeper into yourself and the world around you to release old patterns and habits, identify places you feel stuck or held back, and create the life you want to be living. My style is warm and direct with an emphasis on empowering clients. I value down-to-earth communication, humor when appropriate, and authenticity.

About me

  • I identify as
    Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Direct, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Pratt Institute, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at Boston University
  • License type
    LCAT (Licensed Creative Arts Therapist) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Anger management, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Jungian, Play, Art Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Positive Psychology, Relational, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Strength-Based, Attachment Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English