Avery Alexander, LCSW

Avery Alexander is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Utah with five years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar-related mood concerns, addictions, ADHD, trauma and abuse, and issues that arise when life changes. Avery also notes work with family-related concerns and blended family issues among her focus areas.

Avery’s background includes a Bachelor of Science in Human Services with a counseling focus from Northeastern University and a Master of Social Work from Simmons College. She has a history of volunteering and community outreach in Oakland and in a range of nonprofit settings. That early community work shaped her decision to work in mental health and influenced how she approaches clinical work.

In sessions she uses clear, practical methods. She draws on client-centered ideas to follow what matters most to each person. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot patterns of thinking and DBT skills for emotion regulation and building coping routines. Narrative therapy ideas are brought in to help people make sense of painful events.

Avery works with people facing relationship and family stresses, including the particular challenges of blended households. She helps individuals talk through co-parenting stress, loyalty conflicts, changing routines, and role uncertainty that can come with stepfamily life. Conversations focus on specific skills, communication, and realistic next steps.

Her style is direct and task-focused. Sessions often include skill practice, short-term goals, and reflection on what has worked and what needs adjusting. People who want straightforward tools and clear pacing may find this approach useful.