Alexa  Golding
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Alexa Golding

She/Her/Hers

Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, MA Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
California Accepting Online
Updated April 13, 2023

Specialties & Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Couples counseling
  • Depression
  • Relationship issues
  • Trauma
  • Life purpose & meaning

Professional statement

Alexa Golding is a Marriage and family therapist in Los Angeles. She works with adults/couples who seek therapy to address anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, ADHD, depression, relational trauma, and life transitions. Alexa will empower her clients to take responsibility in making decisions that work best for them.

Alexa is trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and attachment theory. Working from a psychodynamic approach, clients can learn to identify patterns in emotions, thoughts, and beliefs, and form a positive sense of self. Alexa believes that many of our past experiences have shaped our self-perceptions and the ways we relate to others. By gaining an understanding of the parts that no longer serve you, you will discover your authentic truth. Alexa is also trained and certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), where clients can learn tools to become their own therapist outside of sessions. She is committed to helping clients access underlying fears, so clients can learn ways to change their perspective and uncover who they are meant to be. In session, Alexa focuses on grounding tools, guided imagery, non-violent communication, deep breathing exercises, and journaling. These practices support clients in developing deep awareness, increased self-esteem, inner trust, confidence in decision making, and improved communication in relationships.

Alexa's style is compassionate, non-judgmental, interactive and insight oriented. She will work to learn your story so she can collaborate with you on meeting your goals.

Alexa completed her master’s degree in clinical psychology with a specialization in marital and family therapy, from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Throughout her career, Alexa has been committed to helping clients access appropriate clinical care in a variety of settings such as community mental health, schools, and private practice.


Message to clients

Has it been difficult to get your needs met in relationships? Maybe the idea of communicating your needs to others gives you such fear and anxiety you feel paralyzed. It can be so hard to advocate for ourselves when we need to speak up, and a lot of times this may be tied to deeper, unhealthy core beliefs that I can help you to unravel. You are not alone in this fear, but by taking this step to dig deeper, you are on track toward building self-love, self-respect, and strengthening your relationships. I will help you to align with your with authentic fulfillment, desire, and purpose in significant areas of your life. As children, we may endure or witness unhealthy dynamics within our family system that as adults we must address, face and challenge. We carry many of these beliefs and behaviors into our adult relationships and occupation, and it is important to learn what no longer serves us, so we can experience healthier, intimate connections, and a secure sense of self. While I am here to guide and support you, I believe it is most significant to empower you to recognize the beliefs that may hold you back so you can strengthen your intuition, build inner trust, and confidence.


Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Life purpose & meaning - Exploring one’s beliefs and values around life purpose, meaning, and spirituality; addressing the barriers to living a life that feels fulfilling, including instigating change or developing new habits




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

Alexa Golding is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $225 (50min)
  • Sliding scale: $200 - $225
  • Couples sessions: $250 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Every other week
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed

Location(s)

Online Sessions (California)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9am-6pm
  • Tue 9am-6pm
  • Wed 9am-6pm
  • Thu 9am-6pm
  • Fri 9am-4pm
  • Sat N/A
  • Sun N/A

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 5 years

My LA Therapy, Therapist, 2021 - 2022
Aviva Family and Children's Services, Mental Health Services Therapist, 2019 - 2021
GALS (Girls Athletic Leadership School), Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, 2019 - 2019
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology Counseling Center, Practicum Trainee, 2017 - 2018

The Academy of Cognitive Therapy (ACT) , Individual CBT Certification, 2021
The Chicago School of Professional Psycholology, Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, 2018
University of Arizona, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, 2013
Pima County Victim Services Division, Crisis Intervention and Victimology Training, 2012


Licensure

California: 130043


Languages

English