Alexis Kalish, Counselor
Hi everyone and happy to see you here!
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Western Illinois University in December 2017. I graduated with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in August 2020. Following my graduation, I pursued a career opportunity that allowed me to relocate and share my skills in a new region. I have been doing therapy since 2019, in Illinois and Florida, and have had my focus thus far in outpatient agency settings.
In my nearly six clinical years, I have been trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) application and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). I have worked with all ages ranging from 3 years old through 70 years old in a multitude of settings including: virtually, clinical offices, and schools.
While finishing my education, I was a paraprofessional in a high school special education and multi-needs program. This opportunity allowed me to develop hands-on experience working with individuals who have disabilities, disorders, and delays, so I can better serve them individually.
I use a variety of treatment modalities to help ensure you feel you are getting the most out of each session. Common modalities I use are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Directive Therapy. While being warm and compassionate of you and your needs, I like to be strength-based and collaborative in my approach to help you find the answers, clarity, and solutions you are looking for.
I work primarily with children through young adulthood, but welcome all clients. I have experience with individual, couples, family, and group therapy. I have helped individuals with ADHD, varying depressive and anxiety disorders, trauma, eating disorders, school/work stressors, and much more.
I look forward to conquering challenges together!
Specialty Areas: CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Directive Therapy, Developmental Psychology, Adolescence, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Grief & Trauma, Eating Disorders, Work-Life Balance, Life Stages