About
Alex is a pre-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who brings warmth, curiosity, and a deep sense of compassion to his work. He is committed to creating a collaborative and affirming space where clients can be seen, heard, and supported in their vulnerability. He believes that healing happens through creativity, authentic connection, and thoughtful self-exploration from an open-minded stance.
He enjoys working with individuals, couples, and college/graduate students navigating a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relational distress, major life transitions, and identity-related issues.
Alex embraces his multi-racial identity and mixed cultural background. He has a particular passion for supporting those from marginalized communities and values the unique strengths and challenges that each person brings. In his free time, Alex also enjoys rock climbing, playing board games, watching movies, and socializing with friends.
License, education + certifications
- MA in Marriage and Family Counseling, Trevecca Nazarene University
- Premaster’s Internship, Red Therapy Group
- Emotionally Focused Therapy Externship Training, Nashville, TN
Approach to therapy
Alex views his work through attachment and strength based lenses that integrate multiple evidence-based models, including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Relational-Cultural Theory. He strongly believes that growth begins with self-awareness and experiential practices of new actions. He sustains the therapeutic process with connection and compassion, and he is committed to open communication, transparency, and a values-centered focus.
Alex strives to curiously explore clients’ experiences to identify, understand, and build new skills to fulfill clients’ unmet needs and desires. His work is informed by a deep respect for cultural and individual identity, and he brings an inclusive lens to the therapy process. He is attentive to the emotional, cognitive, and cultural patterns that shape how we connect with ourselves and others and works alongside clients to make sense of these patterns. Additionally, as an enthusiastic consumer of all films, as fitting, Alex enjoys learning about clients’ identities and issues through evoked imagery during the therapeutic process.
What's next?
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but we keep the process simple and supportive. Here’s what to expect:
Request an Appointment
Once you complete this form, we will reach out. If we have a fitting opening, we will schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation to assess fit further together.
Assessment and Planning
The first 2-4 sessions involve assessing your history, symptoms, and goals. Together, you and your psychologist will establish a treatment plan and discuss next steps.
Ongoing Weekly Sessions
Sessions are typically weekly for 55 minutes at a consistent time. You and your psychologist will focus on your treatment needs and goals.
Our locations
We proudly serve all of Massachusetts with convenient locations in Boston and Northampton. We also provide teletherapy services from the comfort of your home for any current resident of Massachusetts.
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We are here for you
We recognize the courage it takes to seek professional support, and we are glad you are here.
If you have questions and would like to know more about working with us, please check out our frequently asked questions or reach out to us at info@avivapsych.com.
