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Alexander Regalado

Alexander Regalado

LCSW, CSW

Practical, respectful therapy focused on mindfulness

Areas of expertise

Also works with

LGBTIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Colorado, New York, Washington

Languages

English

Licenses listed

  • LCSW, ColoradoCSW.09926669
  • LCSW, New York098035
  • LICSW, WashingtonLW 61503032
  • NPI 1982095642

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

  • Mindfulness informed
  • Collaborative planning
  • Skill focused

About Alexander

Alexander Regalado is a licensed clinical social worker who brings five years of practice to his work with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and depression. He holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices from New York. He speaks English and aims to meet people where they are without judgment.

He focuses on clear, respectful conversation. Sessions are shaped around each person's needs rather than a one-size-fits-all plan. He emphasizes practical steps and steady support so clients can try what works between meetings.

Alexander uses mindfulness alongside client-centered methods to help people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed. He also draws on cognitive behavioral ideas and motivational interviewing to address habits, motivation, and coping skills.

He is experienced with a wide range of concerns including substance and alcohol struggles, sleep challenges, self-esteem, intimacy-related issues, and career stress. He also works with trauma-related symptoms, compassion fatigue, and mood difficulties such as bipolar disorder.

His approach aims to be collaborative and straightforward. He will tailor goals and tools to each person’s situation. If you are taking steps toward therapy, he encourages completing the initial matching steps and scheduling a first session to see if the fit feels right.

How mindfulness and practical therapies translate online

Alexander blends Mindfulness Therapy with client-centered work and cognitive behavioral techniques. Mindfulness Therapy helps people notice thoughts and bodily reactions without getting swept away, which can reduce reactivity and improve sleep and stress. Client-centered work focuses on listening and building a safe working relationship so goals come from the client. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at unhelpful thinking patterns and teaches straightforward skills to change them.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to test methods and adapt them based on needs and preferences. That means trying different tools, tracking what helps, and shifting course when something is not working.

Confirm current session options before booking. If online sessions are available, they can help fit therapy into everyday life by reducing travel time, making it easier to schedule around work or parenting, and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. Online work can also make it simpler to practice in real-world moments and follow up on homework between sessions. Talk with the therapist during matching to clarify formats and scheduling that suit your routine.

These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Alexander address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, compassion fatigue, intimacy concerns, sleep problems, self-esteem and career stress, among other issues.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses a respectful, client-centered style that emphasizes practical skills and mindfulness. Sessions focus on what feels most useful to each person.

What is his background and experience?

He has five years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns and holds LCSW and CSW credentials.

Where is he licensed and located?

He is licensed in Colorado and practices out of New York with the credentials LCSW and CSW.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients schedule with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.

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