Dr. Alike Chandler

My communication style

Clients tend to feel very comfortable and at ease during our time together. The tone I tend to set is to be authentic to who I am, very open, and laid back. I often sit on my sofa and conduct sessions so that my clients feel at home and relaxed. In the past, I have been compared to talking to a friend and a trusting auntie.

My journey to mental healthcare

I always knew I was made to do this work. As a young person, my family always acknowledged that I was an empath and that I cared about others, especially those who were traditionally marginalized, i.e., homeless, foster youth, etc. Over the past 23 years, I have fulfilled my role as an educator and student advisor.

My goals for you

In order to establish goals, I encourage my clients to write down their top 3 goals that they feel will change the trajectory of their current state or their lives as a whole. Once that is established, we talk through the purpose of the goal and the desired outcomes.

Our first session

Clients should expect a brief introduction of who I am and what I do. I like to review housekeeping items, i.e., appointments, privacy, homework, etc. I ask safety questions regarding self-harm, suicide, drug/alcohol consumption.

I identify as...

• Female
• Black or African American
• Spiritual