Resident in Counseling
Alexa Malatesta

Maneuvering through life’s stressors can feel daunting, especially when you feel like you’re doing it alone. It can feel like a constant uphill battle. My name is Lexi, and I specialize in working with adolescents or adults struggling with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, relationship issues, and aftermath of trauma. I have spent the last three years working in crisis stabilization, using my skills to support people during their toughest challenges, including suicidality and psychosis. My approach is collaborative, person-centered, warm, and individualized. I will meet you where you’re at, no matter where that is. I utilize tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to empower you building a healthier relationship with yourself and sustain positive life changes. Whether it is your best day, worst day or somewhere in between, I want to be present for you and give you that space to heal and grow. Together, we can help you gain a better self-understanding and use it to make meaningful changes. I am currently accepting individual clients, adults and adolescents, at the Woodbridge office.

CFS is offering a Women Wounded Warrior group for active duty or retired military or ex military women needing support for PTSD, Suicide, Drug addiction for you or your loved one! Free or sliding scale or insurance applied