Licensed Professional Counselor
Alexandra Cromer, LPC
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology from Virginia Tech; Master of Education (MEd) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the College of William & Mary
Expertise
Self-esteem, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, trauma/PTSD, and eating disorders
Alexandra “Alex” Cromer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 4 years of experience partnering with adults, families, adolescents, and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and trauma-related disorders.
Alex utilizes relational, collaborative, strength-based, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness-based, person-centered, and emotionally-focused approaches to therapy, always maintaining the creativity, flexibility, and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique client.
Learn more about Alex and schedule an appointment with her here.
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Top facts about stress: Understanding the body’s response to stress, common triggers, leading causes, and more
Clinically reviewed by Alexandra Cromer, LPC
Addressing women’s mental health issues: How to combat social stigma and gain the confidence needed to seek help
Clinically reviewed by Christine Ridley, LCSW
May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Here’s how to celebrate it
Clinically reviewed by Alexandra Cromer, LPC
Can autism be “cured”? Treatment options for ASD
Clinically reviewed by Alexandra Cromer, LPC
Does autism spectrum disorder (ASD) run in families? Understanding ASD, genetic risk factors, and testing options
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Is OCD genetic? Causes and treatments for OCD
Clinically reviewed by Alexandra Cromer, LPC
Divorcing a narcissist: Professional tips on how to avoid manipulation and revenge-seeking behavior
Clinically reviewed by Christine Ridley, LCSW
Psychotherapy vs. therapy: What’s the difference?
Clinically reviewed by Alexandra Cromer, LPC
Grief vs. mourning: Is there a difference?
Clinically reviewed by Alexandra Cromer, LPC
Self-harming behavior: Alternative coping strategies and simple self-care habits for avoiding future relapses
Clinically reviewed by Laura Harris, LCMHC
Anticipatory grief: Causes, symptoms & treatment
Clinically reviewed by Theresa Welsh, LPC
