Alexandra (Ali) Poling, LCSW
Carlsbad, California
VerifiedTelehealth Available
My Approach to Therapy
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Informed techniques for the treatment of depression, grief, anxiety and trauma.
My approach focuses on helping you to understand and challenge (when helpful) thinking or coping patterns that may be impacting your cycle of anxiety, depression, trauma, etc. This approach also focuses on teaching specific coping skills, addressing any unresolved emotions, and coping ahead for future triggers.
My style is warm and empathic, yet to the point and direct.
My Practice & Services
I offer HIPPA compliant video sessions to adults in California, and in-person sessions at my office in Carlsbad.
I offer flexible scheduling, including mornings and "floating" weekly session spots if you need flexibility.
Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With
-Depression: MDD, guilt, negative beliefs, difficulty with daily functioning.
-Trauma and Grief: PTSD and adjustment disorders, complicated grief and traumatic loss(es).
-Anxiety: Worrying or ruminating, health anxiety, panic attacks, avoidance coping.
-Boundaries, Assertiveness Training, and Conflict Management: Barriers to boundaries, coping skills for anger, conflict avoidance.
Expertise & Specialties
Age Groups I Work With
Adults
Groups I Work With
Adults experiencing difficulty with anxiety, panic, depression, trauma or grief.
Therapy Services & Specialties
Concerns & Challenges Addressed
Adjusting to Change / Life TransitionsAnxietyDepressionEmotional OverwhelmGrief, Loss, and BereavementPanicPerfectionismPhobias
Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)Mindfulness-Based Interventions