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Alex James Gilbert

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474 School Street Building 2 East Hartford, CT 06108
Congratulations! By taking the time to research therapy options, you are already making a huge step towards addressing your mental health concerns. Over my years of education and work experience, I have found that the best way to assist my clients is by addressing one presenting problem at a time. My focus over the course of our first three sessions together will include successful introductions, a short intake assessment, followed by treatment goal solidification. Once that is completed, we will work as a team and take as long as necessary to make progress. All I ask in return is the desire to make a change.
I have spent the majority of my career working with adolescents and young adults. With a social work background, I want to approach your presenting problems from various angles to assist you in developing solutions. I have practiced psychotherapies such as DBT, CBT, ACT, and motivational interviewing strategies over the course of my career.
The truth is, therapy does not have to rely solely on evidence-based practice or well-known interventions. We can always create a toolbox that includes a variety of strategies for you to utilize. I also understand that therapy can be daunting to take on at first. So let's give it a try as team.
Take the first step to help. Call or Alex James Gilbert now - (860) 318-9851

My Practice at a Glance

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474 School Street

Building 2

East Hartford, CT 06108 map

(860) 318-9851
Right now, I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 8 AM to 5:30 PM. Let us find the best time and day!
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Suicidal Ideation 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (860) 318-9851
Photo of Alex James Gilbert, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

474 School Street

Building 2

East Hartford, CT 06108 map

(860) 318-9851
Right now, I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 8 AM to 5:30 PM. Let us find the best time and day!
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Suicidal Ideation 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ConnectiCare
  • HUSKY Health
  • Medicaid
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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At Cornerstone Counseling, we accept a variety of insurances. If you have questions, these can be answered through the referral & intake team, as well as the billing department. Feel free to search Cornerstone Counseling Center online for more details!
Photo of Alex James Gilbert, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Alex James Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (860) 318-9851
"
At Cornerstone Counseling, we accept a variety of insurances. If you have questions, these can be answered through the referral & intake team, as well as the billing department. Feel free to search Cornerstone Counseling Center online for more details!
Photo of Alex James Gilbert, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Alex James Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (860) 318-9851

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Connecticut / 10966 Alex James Gilbert
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended Simmons University, Masters of Social Work (LMSW-CC), Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from University of Maine - Honors College 2017
  • Degree/Diploma from University of Maine Bachelors Degree in Psychology / 2017
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I received a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Maine, followed by a Master's degree in Social Work from Simmons University in Boston, MA. I am currently licensed in CT, and have been working with adolescents and adults with various diagnoses for five years.
Photo of Alex James Gilbert, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Alex James Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (860) 318-9851
"
I received a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Maine, followed by a Master's degree in Social Work from Simmons University in Boston, MA. I am currently licensed in CT, and have been working with adolescents and adults with various diagnoses for five years.
Photo of Alex James Gilbert, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Alex James Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (860) 318-9851

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Suicidal Ideation

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • First Responders
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Men's Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex Therapy
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Video Game Addiction
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I specialize in managing depression, anxiety, SI, emotional regulation, grief/loss, and anger symptoms, but I am willing to discuss other symptomology if necessary. My goal is to allow my clients to control the pace of treatment. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Alex James Gilbert, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Alex James Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (860) 318-9851
"
I specialize in managing depression, anxiety, SI, emotional regulation, grief/loss, and anger symptoms, but I am willing to discuss other symptomology if necessary. My goal is to allow my clients to control the pace of treatment. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Alex James Gilbert, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Alex James Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (860) 318-9851

2 Endorsements

Emily Valentine
Emily Valentine
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Alex is a direct and empathetic person who sees his clients for who they are, not just the struggles they have endured. He is happy to support who he can, and strives to be an avid ally for those in need.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Blind Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Blind Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Music Therapy
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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Alex James Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (860) 318-9851
Photo of Alex James Gilbert, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Alex James Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (860) 318-9851

Location

Primary Location

474 School Street

Building 2

East Hartford, CT 06108

(860) 318-9851

Nearby Areas

Counties

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Right now, I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 8 AM to 5:30 PM. Let us find the best time and day!
Photo of Alex James Gilbert, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Alex James Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (860) 318-9851
"
Right now, I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 8 AM to 5:30 PM. Let us find the best time and day!
Photo of Alex James Gilbert, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Alex James Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (860) 318-9851