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My approach blends motivational interviewing, psychoeducation, and client‑centered care to help you reconnect with your strengths and move toward meaningful change. While I am specifically certified in substance use treatment and trauma‑informed care, my overall goal is to support your immediate needs, empower your resilience, and honor both the challenges you’ve faced and the growth achieved.

  • I offer virtual therapy sessions for residents in New York, providing a flexible and accessible way to receive support from wherever you feel most comfortable.

    I am a private‑pay provider and do not accept insurance.

    60‑minute sessions: $200

    45‑minute sessions: $175

    A sliding scale is available to ensure that financial barriers do not prevent access to care.

    To respect everyone’s time, cancellations or rescheduling must be made at least 24 hours before your scheduled appointment. Cancellations made within 24 hours—or missed appointments—will result in the full session fee.

  • I have supported a wide range of clients, from teenagers to adults, and have worked with individuals from many cultural, racial, and religious backgrounds—each bringing their own experiences, values, and stories.

    These interactions have strengthened my commitment to delivering culturally informed, client‑centered care that consistently recognizes and affirms the unique identities of the individuals I serve.

  • Whether you’re moving through life transitions, struggling with self‑doubt, feeling disconnected, or carrying daily stress, you’re met with respect, compassion, and practical support.

    Together, we focus on what matters most to you—building insight, resilience, and space to grow in ways that feel authentic and sustainable.

  • I hold a CASAC Level II certification, reflecting my advanced training and commitment to delivering ethical, high‑quality, and evidence‑based substance use counseling. My services are grounded in proven practices, cultural sensitivity, and a deep understanding of substance usage.

    No matter where someone is in their journey, I provide care that supports full abstinence, harm‑reduction approaches, and medication‑assisted treatment (MAT). I am committed to helping individuals strengthen their recovery and enhance their overall well‑being.

  • My practice is built to support healing without judgment or pressure. I work with an understanding of how trauma shapes thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and I strive to create an environment that avoids re‑traumatization. My approach is rooted in compassion and evidence‑based care, with the goal of helping you feel seen, supported, and empowered as you move toward greater stability.

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Now accepting LMSWs seeking clinical supervision toward LCSW licensure. I offer supervision for LMSWs who are accruing their clinical hours, with an emphasis on skill‑building, case conceptualization, ethical decision‑making, and professional development. My aim is to support your growth into a confident, competent, and independent clinician

  • Weekly or bi-weekly individual supervision

  • Guidance grounded in evidence‑based practice

  • Support with case formulation, documentation, and treatment planning

  • A collaborative, reflective space to strengthen your clinical voice

  • Focus on ethics, boundaries, and professional identity

  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate agency and private‑practice workloads

If you’re interested in receiving supervision, feel free to email me directly: alexandracaresllc@gmail.com

  • “Therapy is a place where healing begins the moment you feel safe enough to be yourself.”

  • "Healing isn’t a straight line. It’s a series of small choices to keep showing up for yourself"

  • "Even the softest sprout breaks through the hardest soil. Your growth is no less powerful"