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Alexandria Desire

Therapist(She/Her)
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Alexandria Desire is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of New York. Alexandria has provided therapy to individuals and families in the greater New York City area for several years. Alexandria believes in bringing therapy to the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community and working with diverse populations. Alexandria completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) at Vanderbilt University. She also received a Master’s of Arts in Psychology from New York University and a MSEd from Fordham University.

My approach to therapy

I pride myself in building and learning with each client to foster a nurturing environment that makes it possible to explore their innermost conflicts. I use many clinical modalities including cognitive-behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy and trauma informed practices. I have experience working with adolescents and adults who have experienced anxiety, depression, mood disorders, interpersonal conflicts, life stressors and change of life transitions.

What you can expect from me

I pride myself in building and learning with each client to foster a nurturing environment that makes it possible to explore their innermost conflicts. I am passionate about bringing therapy to the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community which is an underserved population. Client can expect a therapy space that is warm and challenging as we navigate life's stressors together.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at New York University, MSEd (Master of Science in Education) at Fordham University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Relational, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Multi-Systemic (MST)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    401 Broadway Fl 27
    New York, NY 10013