Alexandra Carver enjoys working with children (ages 10+), teens, adults, and families as they no longer allow anxiety, upbringing, trauma, and difficult life experiences to define their day-to-day living. Her areas of focus include play therapy, family therapy and family conflict, parenting, communication, trauma, EMDR, neurodiversity and ADHD, and anxiety and stress. Alexandra also has specific, advanced training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), providing an evidenced-based framework to help individuals experience healing from traumatic events, and AutPlay, a specific modality of counseling for neurodivergent children and teens.

Alexandra believes humans are designed to be intimately connected with others in loving and secure relationships, and when connection and safety become broken, behavioral issues, relational issues, and emotional pain can occur. The counseling relationship can provide a safe support to help you or your family restore and rebuild peace and stronger relationships. Alexandra allows a space for children (and oftentimes their parents) to play, be active, creative, and feel confident expressing themselves to find healing and feel empowered. She is highly effective in working directly with parents to set goals and better understand their child’s challenges and what they are going through.

Alexandra received a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Counseling with a focus in Addictions Counseling from the University of North Georgia and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Applied Statistics. She is board certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) and is licensed as an Associate Professional Counselor under direction and supervision.

In addition to practicing at Atlanta Wellness Collective, Alexandra enjoys weightlifting, connecting with nature through hiking, cooking, and running. You can often find her outside with a cup of coffee and a book or catching the next plane on a new adventure.

A note from Alexandra —

Taking that first step toward healing can feel daunting and stressful. Counseling is a collaborative relationship that can help you transform and gain confidence; you are not alone. I’m excited to work alongside you to grow!

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