she/her

Alexia TotoroLCSW

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Location

Virtual, New Jersey

Insurance Accepted

Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, Independence Blue Cross

Communication Style

Affirming, Authentic, Empowering, Mindful, Open-minded

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Focus areas

Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Panic, Sleep, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma, Women's Issues

Experienced with

Black community

Years of Experience

10+

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I am focused on the here and now and I want to know what is important to you and how we can move you towards your mental wellness goals.

License number

#44SC05745300

Therapy style

I have addressed a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma. The focus is on what is of most importance to an individual. My clinical perspective is warm, genuine, non-judgmental, Strengths-based, and goal-oriented. I am focused on the here and now and I want to know what is important to you and how we can move you towards your mental wellness goals. Overall, I have diverse experiences revolving around my desire to continue to empower individuals to find their most authentic selves. I help my clients build greater self-awareness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational
  • Solution-focused
  • Strengths-based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

MSW - Social Work, Rutgers University Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Interests

I enjoy traveling, exercise, dancing, and photography.