About Alexander
Alexander Gordon is a California-licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with three years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, and life changes. He also addresses concerns such as relationship strain, sleep problems, grief, ADHD, and issues related to intimacy.
He begins by listening closely to understand the client’s story and daily life. Early sessions focus on clear, practical goals and small steps clients can try between meetings. He uses a client-centered approach that emphasizes the client's perspective and strengths while keeping conversations direct and focused.
Alexander draws on several evidence-informed methods, including cognitive behavioral techniques and attachment-based ideas, to help people notice patterns and learn new ways of responding. He also integrates dialectical behavior strategies and existential ideas when they fit a person’s concerns. These tools are used to address things like panic, impulsivity, mood shifts, and feelings of isolation.
Sessions aim to balance talking through experiences with concrete skill practice. Clients can expect check-ins on progress and adjustments to the plan when something is not working. He pays attention to the practical problems that make daily life harder, such as difficulty sleeping, trouble communicating, or maintaining recovery from substance use.
People who want straightforward, goal-focused work and a therapist who listens closely may find his style helpful. Prospective clients in California should confirm session formats and scheduling details before booking.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Alexander uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. CBT can be practical for anxiety, panic, mood problems, and habits like smoking or vaping by breaking problems into smaller, changeable parts.He also uses attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships shape current expectations and patterns. That perspective can help with intimacy-related issues, relationship struggles, isolation, and feelings of shame. A client-centered stance guides how sessions are run, with careful listening and collaborative goal setting.
Finding the right mix of approaches happens together. The therapist will work with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and preferences and will adjust the plan as progress is reviewed.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. When available, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people use video or phone in ways that match what feels manageable for them.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship strain, grief, sleep problems, ADHD, and related concerns like panic and impulsivity.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a client-centered approach that emphasizes careful listening, practical goal setting, and direct conversation about behaviors and feelings.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience as a licensed psychotherapist in California.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a California LMFT and practices in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What formats are available for sessions?
Please confirm current session options before booking as session formats are not specified in the biography.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.