Therapy

Are  you feeling overwhelmed by thoughts or emotions, stuck in patterns that  no longer serve you, or carrying experiences that still feel heavy, even  years later? I work with people who want relief from trauma,  overthinking, intense emotions, and relationship struggles, and who want  to understand themselves in a deeper, more compassionate way. I  specialize in trauma, OCD (including “Pure O”), anxiety, and addiction. I  offer both in-person and telehealth therapy, and my approach is  collaborative, relational, and jargon-free. I aim to create a space that  feels safe, real, and supportive, while also gently challenging you.

Therapy  with me is about engaging with all parts of yourself, and stepping into  new choices and ways of living. Working together, I listen closely and  help you notice important parts of your experience that can be hard to  see on your own: how you relate to yourself, to others and to the world  around you. When useful, I’ll offer concrete, practical tools.   You can read more about my training and experience here.

Ultimately,  my goal is to help you feel more grounded, more connected, and better  able to get what you need from your life.  If you’re curious about  working together or wondering whether I might be a good fit, I invite  you to reach out. You don’t have to have everything figured out to  start—just a willingness to take the next step.   You can reach me at (310) 439-8251 or alex@alexrussantherapy.com.  I offer in-person therapy in Santa Monica and telehealth for clients in California and Florida.