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Alexa D., LMHC

Clear Sky Wellness, LLC
License#: CTB-2024-0784
License Start Date: 11-14-2024
License Expire Date: 09-30-2026
License Status: Active
Supervisor: Samantha C.

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My approach to counseling is rooted in the belief that everyone has the power to create positive change in their lives, especially when supported by meaningful connections and a deeper understanding of themselves.

At its heart, my counseling practice recognizes that each person’s lived experience influences their beliefs, perceptions, and relationships. Our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected, influencing what we believe about who we are and the choices we make as we move through the world. Through counseling, we can explore the ways in which lived experiences, family dynamics, and unique cultural influences affect us, and discover new ways of engaging with ourselves and others that better serve us as we work to create the life we desire. Whether I am working with families to help children and parents form positive connections or helping adults achieve their most important goals, examining these influences can help us better understand where we’ve been and who we want to become.

In practice, this means creating a counseling relationship where both client and counselor are equal partners in the healing journey. Together, we explore not just what's challenging in your life, but also what gives it meaning and purpose. I help clients connect the dots between their past experiences and present challenges to understand which patterns no longer serve them, and to uncover strengths that can help them achieve their goals.

My role isn't to direct or solve, but to walk alongside clients as they discover their own strength and wisdom. Sometimes this means helping them recognize patterns that once were helpful or even crucial for survival may no longer serve them. Other times, it's about building confidence in their ability to handle life's challenges. Often, it's about helping them find new ways to connect with others and contribute to their communities in meaningful ways.

The goal of our work together extends beyond just feeling better – it's about helping clients create lives that feel genuine and fulfilling. This might mean improving relationships, finding more satisfaction in work, or developing a stronger sense of self. Whatever the specific focus, the underlying aim is to help clients move from feeling stuck or disconnected to feeling capable and connected.

In my commitment to this work, I constantly update my knowledge and skills through ongoing education and professional development. I believe that to be truly effective as a counselor, I need to maintain awareness of current research, emerging therapeutic approaches, and evolving social dynamics that affect my clients' lives. This includes staying culturally informed and sensitive to the diverse experiences and backgrounds of those I serve.

I see therapy as a collaborative and dynamic process that adapts to each client's unique needs and circumstances. My ultimate aim is to help people not just cope with their challenges, but to thrive and find genuine connection in their lives. Through this balanced approach, I work to create a therapeutic environment where clients feel truly seen and supported as they work toward positive change. I believe that everyone has the capacity to create a more fulfilling life, and I'm committed to helping my clients discover and embrace their potential for growth and meaningful connection.

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