Alex is an incredible therapist. I've never clicked with someone so well. I get so much out of our sessions and I've made so much progress because of my work with her. I am so grateful to work with such a great provider!
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Alexandra
Addiction, Anxiety, Anger Management, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Alexandra
Alexandra Moran is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 8 years of experience in the mental health and substance use field. Alexandra is passionate about working with people who have a history of trauma and learning how that trauma has affected their beliefs about themselves or their relationships. Alexandra also specializes in helping people with addiction, anxiety, depression, anger management, and relationship issues.
Alexandra has completed her Master of Social Work degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo. She has worked most of her career with individuals who have fallen into substance use due to their mental health symptoms. While working with this population, Alexandra has worked with many individuals who went through traumatic experiences or developed personality disorders. Alexandra helps the patient identify the importance of building off their own strengths while also identifying their own emotions and defense mechanisms. Alexandra utilizes EMDR, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
It takes a lot of courage to acknowledge that you may need help and sign up for therapy. Alexandra is able to support you on your journey by taking a non-judgmental approach and building off of your strengths to help you get to the best version of yourself. If you are ready to sign up for therapy please schedule an appointment today!
"As a therapist who has worked with patients with addictions, patients in the prison system, and has helped couples in their relationship or individuals with anxiety, I believe that your past doesn't define you. Let me help guide you toward your future."
What clients say
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Alex is an incredible therapist. I've never clicked with someone so well. I get so much out of our sessions and I've made so much progress because of my work with her. I am so grat....
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Alexandra
Get to know Alexandra
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I first started working in addictions and I quickly noticed how much I enjoyed coming to work. Seeing people work on themselves on a daily basis and start to notice the progress they are making within themselves motivated me to want to become a counselor for my career.
What types of clients do you work with best?
Being trained in EMDR and trauma informed care, I work best with patients who have a history of trauma. I also work well with patients who are struggling with addiction.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
I am excited to work with patients who are open minded for change and goals that they want to work on.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
Someone always has something that they can work on. "If nothing changes then nothing changes."
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
I wanted to work somewhere that allows patients to use their insurance to pay for therapy. I previously worked at a practice that was private pay only and that added financial stress to the patient.
What inspires you?
I am inspired by people who show resilience and don't give up.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
My main goal for the first session is to develop a relationship with the client. I like to have an open conversation that allows clients to feel safe and to want to engage further in conversation.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
After getting to know the patient, I like to establish goals to work on with the patient and collaborate how we are going to start accomplishing those goals.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?
I have 2 lovely dogs that I call my therapy dogs, they like to lay next to me while I do counseling sessions.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I like to do activities that are active, read, and watch Netflix.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
I am a mother, a wife and a former Division 1 athlete.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 12 years
- Graduating institute
- State University of New York at Buffalo
- Graduating degree
- Masters of Social Work
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