Alexa Sorensen, LMSW
Empathetic therapist for relationships and LGBTQ+ care
- Relationship and gender concerns
- Person-first approach
- Flexible therapy methods
About Alexa Sorensen
Alexa Sorensen approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and a person-first ethic that centers each individualâs unique needs. She uses an empathetic style and adapts conversations and therapeutic techniques to fit what a person brings to the session, believing that flexibility in methods supports more meaningful progress. Alexa acknowledges the courage it takes to begin therapy and aims to meet people where they are with warmth and validation.
She is a licensed therapist in Michigan and holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. With over a decade of professional experience, she focuses on relationships, LGBTQ+ concerns, non-monogamy, and gender-related issues. Alexa also works with people navigating grief and loss, stress and anxiety, career challenges, life transitions, and professional coaching needs. Her practice extends to a wide range of topics including intimacy, parenting, trauma, and coping with change. She is committed to learning how best to support each person and to tailoring her approach to fit their goals and circumstances.
She is a licensed therapist in Michigan and holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. With over a decade of professional experience, she focuses on relationships, LGBTQ+ concerns, non-monogamy, and gender-related issues. Alexa also works with people navigating grief and loss, stress and anxiety, career challenges, life transitions, and professional coaching needs. Her practice extends to a wide range of topics including intimacy, parenting, trauma, and coping with change. She is committed to learning how best to support each person and to tailoring her approach to fit their goals and circumstances.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Alexa Sorensen have?
Alexa Sorensen has 13 years of professional experience.
Is Alexa Sorensen a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and is licensed in Michigan (MI LMSW 6801097396).
In which languages does Alexa Sorensen provide therapy?
Alexa Sorensen provides therapy in English.
Where is Alexa Sorensen located?
Alexa Sorensen is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Alexa Sorensen as my therapist?
You can work with Alexa Sorensen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Alexa Sorensen work with international clients?
Alexa Sorensen does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Alexa Sorensen cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take small actions consistent with those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes.Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and how early bonds influence current connection and trust. This approach can help with intimacy-related challenges, relationship concerns, and attachment issues.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic therapeutic relationship in which the therapist offers support and reflection while the client leads the pace and goals of therapy. It suits people seeking a collaborative space to process emotions and make personal changes.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Alexa Sorensen works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She integrates techniques as needed and adjusts the plan over time to support progress.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules, varied communication styles, and geographic convenience. These options allow clients to access licensed professionals in ways that fit day-to-day life while maintaining continuity of care and therapeutic focus.