Licensed clinical social worker recordUtah
Credentials check
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Utah
- LCSW, licence 11542668-3501
- NPI
- 1679154892
- Experience
- 5 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Utah
These details come from information Avery supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
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- Client-centered work
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- DBT skills practice
About Avery
Avery Alexander is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Utah with five years of clinical experience. She began her career in community outreach and mentoring and has steady experience working with people from diverse backgrounds. She focuses on practical problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and coping with life changes. Sessions are conducted in English.
Avery trained in human services and social work and brings community-focused experience into clinical work. She uses straightforward talk therapy and teaches coping skills that people can use between appointments. Her background includes work in nonprofit community centers and outreach programs, which shaped how she sees social and cultural context in therapy.
In sessions she often uses client-centered techniques to keep the conversation focused on each person’s concerns. She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to notice unhelpful thoughts and on dialectical behavior therapy skills when strong emotions or impulsive reactions are getting in the way. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are also part of her approach for building small, doable changes.
Avery lists a wide range of concerns she works with, including mood disorders, trauma and abuse, grief, ADHD, sleep problems, anger, and substance use. She also notes additional focuses such as attachment and adoption issues, body image, codependency, and smoking or vaping cessation.
Her style is practical and community-aware. People who want clear strategies and an emphasis on daily life and relationships may find her approach a good fit. To start, readers should confirm current session options before booking.
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How Avery’s approaches translate to online work
Avery commonly uses client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in her work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and making the session about what matters to the person, which helps clarify goals and priorities. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical steps to change patterns that cause distress.She also uses dialectical behavior therapy skills when emotions feel overwhelming. DBT skills include techniques for managing intense feelings, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and reducing impulsive behaviors. These approaches can help with anxiety, mood problems, anger, and difficulty coping with life changes.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. Avery will discuss what methods fit a person’s goals and daily life and adjust over time based on progress and preference. That includes deciding whether to focus on skills practice, thought work, or interpersonal strategies.
Session format details were not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments around work, caregiving, or travel. They also allow for shorter check-ins when needed and can reduce the time cost of attending therapy, which helps therapy fit into a busy routine.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Utah
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
Avery works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and related concerns. She also lists ADHD, bipolar and sleep problems among her focus areas.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses client-centered therapy with practical skill teaching. Techniques include cognitive behavioral methods, dialectical behavior therapy skills, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of clinical experience, including roles in community outreach and nonprofit mentoring before clinical practice.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, listed as UT LCSW, and practices in Utah.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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