Alexandra Calestini, LCSW
About me
Hi, I'm Alex!
I am a licensed clinical social worker in New York with over a decade of experience working with those encountering stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and those wanting to work on improving their self-love, self-esteem, and confidence.
I believe in treating everyone with respect, empathy, and compassion and pride myself in being authentic, non-judgmental, and culturally competent. I believe people can grow tremendously when they are listened to and feel supported.
It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
You are safe with me, and all vibes are welcomed here.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family problems, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
License information
NY LCSW 087776