Avery Alexander, LCSW

Avery Alexander is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Utah who brings a community-centered perspective to clinical practice. Raised in Oakland, she developed a strong commitment to diverse communities through volunteer work at several nonprofit agencies and direct outreach with an Oakland nonprofit. She has also worked in community centers as a mentor, experiences that shaped her focus on helping people find belonging and practical tools for meaningful change.

Avery earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Services with a focus on Counseling from Northeastern University in Boston and completed a Master of Social Work at Simmons College. These academic foundations support her clinical work with a range of concerns, including anxiety, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, trauma and stress-related issues, substance use, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and challenges related to attachment and body image.

In practice she integrates a multicultural lens and evidence-informed methods, often drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy alongside narrative approaches. Avery works with individuals facing grief, anger, relationship and family difficulties, grief, sleep problems, career stress, and compassion fatigue, as well as those navigating adoption and foster care, codependency, and isolation. She aims to meet each person where they are, helping them build coping skills, improve communication, and pursue goals aligned with their values.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Support

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies to change behaviors and manage symptoms. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep troubles, and stress-related concerns.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, combines skills training in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship strain, and patterns of impulsive behavior.

Mindfulness-based techniques encourage present-moment awareness and gentle self-observation, supporting stress reduction and greater emotional balance. These practices can complement cognitive and skills-based work to improve everyday coping.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Avery works with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and together they select or adapt methods that fit the individual’s situation. This partnership helps tailor sessions to what will work best for progress.

Online therapy with Avery is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from a range of locations and to continue care during life transitions or busy periods.