Alexander Walters, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Alexander!

My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I believe meaningful change happens when you feel genuinely heard and understood, and together we will work toward practical tools, deeper insight, and lasting growth that aligns with your goals and values.

My focus

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from overthinking? I work with adults navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Together, we'll identify unhelpful patterns, build practical coping skills, and create meaningful change.

My approach

My approach is collaborative, direct, and down-to-earth. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel supported, challenged, and occasionally able to laugh—even when discussing difficult topics. I use evidence-based approaches and tailor treatment to your unique needs, helping you identify patterns and build practical coping skills.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, direct, and engaging. I listen carefully, ask thoughtful questions, and provide honest feedback to help you gain insight and make progress. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation rather than a lecture, and I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself.

My journey to mental healthcare

My experience includes working with adults in outpatient substance use treatment, supporting couples and families through school-based and special education programs at a family services agency, and providing individual therapy to adults in both in-person and virtual settings.

My goals for you

I view therapy as a collaborative process with clear goals and a focus on meaningful progress. Together, we'll identify what you want to change, what's getting in the way, and the steps needed to move forward.

Our first session

Your first session is a chance for us to get to know each other and talk about what brings you to therapy. It’s completely normal to feel nervous in the beginning; therapy is a new space, and it takes time to feel comfortable. You can expect a supportive, down-to-earth environment where we start where you are and take things one step at a time.

I identify as...

Male
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Art Therapy

Humanistic

Motivational Interviewing

Play Therapy

Psychodynamic

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Focus populations

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Masters of Arts (MA) in Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy from Brandman University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Alexander Walters