Alexandra Oliver, LAC

About

Counselor in Garfield, NJ. Works with Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Women's Issues. Sees clients online only. Takes Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and other plans. Accepting new clients.

Areas of expertise

• Anxiety
• Relationship Issues
• Anger Management
• Coping Skills
• Depression
• Divorce
• Family Conflict
• Grief
• Parenting
• School Issues
• Self Esteem
• Stress Management
• Trauma and PTSD

Types of therapy

• Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)Helps people make room for difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, and commit to actions that fit what matters to them.
• AdlerianBased on Alfred Adler's ideas. Looks at a person's goals, sense of belonging and early family experiences, and encourages connection with others.
• Attachment-basedLooks at early bonds with caregivers and how they shape relationships and emotions now, and works toward a greater sense of safety and connection.
• Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)A structured, practical therapy that looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions affect each other, and teaches skills for changing unhelpful thinking and habits.
• Culturally SensitiveTakes a person's culture, identity, background and values into account, and shapes the work so it fits their life.
• Emotionally FocusedTreats emotions as a guide to change. Often used with couples, to understand patterns of conflict and rebuild a secure bond.
• Forensic PsychologyPsychology applied to legal matters, such as evaluations for courts, custody or criminal cases.
• HumanisticA family of approaches, including person-centered and Gestalt therapy, that emphasize growth, self-awareness and a person's capacity to choose.
• InterpersonalA structured, time-limited therapy focused on relationships and life events, such as conflict, loss or big role changes, and how they affect mood.
• Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)Combines mindfulness practice, paying attention to the present moment without judgment, with ideas from cognitive therapy.
• Motivational InterviewingA collaborative style of conversation that helps people explore mixed feelings about a change and find their own reasons to make it.
• Person-CenteredA warm, non-directive approach: the therapist listens with empathy and without judgment, and trusts the person to find their own direction.
• Positive PsychologyFocuses on well-being, strengths, gratitude and what makes life fulfilling, alongside working through difficulties.
• Reality TherapyFocuses on present choices and behavior, and on meeting needs such as connection and control in responsible ways.
• Strength-BasedFocuses on the strengths, skills and resources a person already has, and builds on them to meet challenges.

More details

Sessions

Online only

Accepting new clients

Yes

Specialties

Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues, Addiction, ADHD, Alcohol Use, Anger Management, Behavioral Issues, Body Image, Child, Coping Skills, Depression, Divorce, Drug Abuse, Family Conflict, Grief, Infidelity, Internet Addiction, Parenting, School Issues, Self Esteem, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma and PTSD, Weight Loss

Insurance

Aetna, AmeriHealth, Anthem, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, BlueCross and BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna and Evernorth, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Medicaid, NJ FamilyCare, Wellpoint | Amerigroup

Fees

Individual sessions $150; sliding scale available

Payment methods

Cash

Ages

Preteen, Teen, Adults

Works with

Individuals, Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied, Blind Allied, Gay Allied, HIV / AIDS Allied, Immuno-disorders, Lesbian Allied, Little Person Allied, Non-Binary Allied, Queer Allied, Racial Justice Allied, Sex Worker Allied, Single Parent, Transgender Allied

Languages

English

Gender

Female

Education

John Jay College of Criminal Justice

Years in practice

2

Other offices

Newark, 07102

Education & qualifications