Alexandra 'Alex' Yancey

Alexandra 'Alex' Yancey offers straightforward, compassionate help for people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma. She aims to make sessions feel safe and respectful so clients can speak honestly and start to find clearer ways forward.

Alex brings nine years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina. She works with people from LGBTQ+ communities and focuses on concerns that often follow trauma, such as dissociation, post-traumatic stress, and the aftermath of sexual assault and abuse. Women's issues are also listed among her areas of focus.

Her style centers on person-focused care and cultural responsiveness. Sessions typically involve listening closely, exploring what matters to the client, and trying practical steps that fit the client's life. She describes herself as trauma informed and pays attention to how past experiences show up in the body and daily routines.

Alex integrates a mix of approaches including somatic-informed work, cognitive behavioral ideas, reality-oriented problem solving, and mindfulness practices. She and the client decide together which strategies make the most sense for the situation. The goal is to build steady, usable skills rather than quick fixes.

Clients can expect a collaborative relationship guided by curiosity and respect. Alex aims to support identity exploration, navigating relationship stress, and moving through life transitions while helping clients build routines and coping tools that last.

Approaches that guide online work and finding the right fit

Alex uses practices that help people reconnect with their bodies, rethink unhelpful thoughts, and focus on real-life choices. Somatic-informed approaches pay attention to bodily sensations and simple grounding steps to reduce overwhelm and manage trauma reactions. Cognitive behavioral ideas look at patterns of thought and behavior, then test small changes to reduce anxiety or lift low mood. Reality-focused techniques emphasize practical decision making and problem solving to help clients take manageable steps toward goals.

Choosing the best approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they adapt techniques so the work fits the person’s needs and daily life rather than forcing a single method.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people keep continuity of care while traveling or during life transitions. The therapist and client will discuss scheduling and practical details so sessions match routines and goals.