Alexander Gordon, LMFT
Therapist in California
Alexander Gordon is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in California who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and life transitions.
- Licensed inCalifornia
- License140009
- NPI 1659143519
- Experience3+ years
- LanguagesEnglish
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About Alexander
Alexander Gordon is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in California who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and life transitions. He aims to make therapy straightforward and practical so clients can see small changes that add up. Alexander creates a calm, nonjudgmental space for people to talk about what is hard right now.
In first sessions he listens closely to understand daily routines, relationships, and past experiences that shape current struggles.
Background and approach
He works with each person to set clear, realistic goals and checks in regularly about progress. Sessions focus on concrete steps - skills to handle panic or cravings, ways to improve sleep, or approaches to reduce anger and impulsivity. Alexander draws on attachment-based ideas to help people notice patterns in relationships and how those patterns affect emotional life.
He also uses client-centered methods to keep the work focused on each person's needs and values. Cognitive behavioral tools are used when changing thoughts and habits can relieve symptoms quickly. Parents and caregivers may find his attention to caregiver stress and communication useful when juggling responsibilities.
He also supports people dealing with grief, identity questions related to LGBT concerns, and recovery from trauma or abuse. Alexander offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging to fit different schedules. He holds a California LMFT and has three years of professional experience.
Sessions are offered in English and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.
Credentials
- LMFT (California)
- License 140009 · expires June 2027
- NPI
- 1659143519 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Alexander lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Self esteem
- Depression
- ADHD
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Attachment issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Self-love
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches Alexander names
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Alexander blends attachment-based ideas with client-centered and cognitive behavioral techniques to help people make meaningful changes. Attachment-based therapy looks at how early relationship patterns influence how someone connects and responds emotionally, which can help when intimacy, trust, or recurring conflict are worries. Client-centered work prioritizes the person’s experience and values, giving them space to be heard and to set the pace of change. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and routines and replacing them with practical strategies that reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood.Choosing the right approach is part of the process, and Alexander treats it as a collaboration. He listens during early sessions, reviews goals with the client, and adapts methods over time. That means clients try what fits their situation and adjust based on what feels useful and realistic.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be easier if bandwidth is limited or a quicker check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging suit short updates, between-session support, or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or school schedules while keeping the focus on practical progress.
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Frequently asked
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, sleep problems, low self-esteem, anger, and coping with life changes, among other concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are grounded in listening and collaboration, with an emphasis on practical skills and clear goals.
What background does he bring to therapy?
He has a background in developmental psychology and three years of professional experience as an LMFT.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a California LMFT and practices in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How does payment and cost work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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