About Alexis
Alexis Trainor Hourihan is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in New York. She focuses on anxiety, stress, depression, and self-esteem concerns. Her practice also addresses compassion fatigue, mood difficulties, panic attacks, and postpartum struggles.
Alexis takes a collaborative approach in sessions. She listens first, then helps people identify small, practical steps they can try between meetings. Sessions emphasize simple coping tools and clearer thinking when emotions feel overwhelming.
Background and approach
She pays attention to body image worries and issues that often affect women and young adults. Conversations tend to include ways to manage panic symptoms, mood shifts, and the day-to-day strain of life transitions. Alexis aims to make strategies feel usable in real life instead of abstract ideas.
Over a decade of practice informs how she supports people through change. Her ten years of experience shape how she tailors care so it fits each person’s routine and needs. The goal is steady progress rather than quick fixes.
People can expect a steady, calm presence and concrete coping techniques. Alexis balances listening with action-oriented planning. She helps people notice what’s working and adjust what isn’t.
Evidence-based approaches and remote care that fit your life
Alexis uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills people can use right away. One common approach emphasizes learning concrete coping skills for anxiety and panic - breathing, grounding, and step-by-step exposure to feared situations so symptoms feel more manageable. Another approach centers on mood regulation and self-esteem work, helping people track patterns, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build small habits that improve day-to-day mood.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Alexis works with each person to figure out what methods match their goals and comfort level, and adjusts the plan as progress is made. The focus is on practical tools and clear steps rather than one-size-fits-all solutions.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video works well for in-depth conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging let people check in between sessions or have shorter, flexible touchpoints during a busy day. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or parenting schedules while keeping care consistent.
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- Experience
- 10 years
- Licensed
- New York
- Languages
- English
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