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Alyx Duckering
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Alyx Duckering

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Let's Connect (415) 237-7634
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You look like you have it all together (successful, composed, dependable) but inside, you’re exhausted from keeping it that way. Your mind never shuts off. You overanalyze every decision, replay every interaction, and feel like no matter how much you do, it’s never enough. You hold yourself to impossible standards and feel guilty when you even think about slowing down. You want to set boundaries without the anxiety spiral that follows. You want to stop performing and start actually feeling present in your own life. More than anything, you want peace, to finally exhale, trust yourself, and feel like you again!
I help high-achieving adults untangle burnout, anxiety, perfectionism, and people pleasing so they can feel grounded and connected again. Together, we’ll explore the parts of you that keep you in overdrive and help your nervous system find calm. I use a mix of mindfulness, self-compassion, and EMDR to create real, lasting change.
I know what it’s like to push yourself nonstop, to feel like you have to do it all and still come up short. I’ve been there, and I understand how exhausting it can be. You don’t have to face it alone. When you’re ready to break the cycle and reclaim your life, I’m here. Feel free to visit my website, call or email me to schedule a free consultation!
Call or Alyx Duckering now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 237-7634

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Los Gatos, CA 95032

(415) 237-7634

San Jose, CA 95120

Supporting adults in Los Gatos & across CA navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, and relationships. Schedule a free consultation today.
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Stress 
$250 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Burned out but still pushing through? Let's change that together! Visit my website and schedule a free consult today.
Alyx Duckering
Let's Connect (415) 237-7634
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Los Gatos, CA 95032

(415) 237-7634

San Jose, CA 95120

Supporting adults in Los Gatos & across CA navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, and relationships. Schedule a free consultation today.
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Stress 
$250 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Burned out but still pushing through? Let's change that together! Visit my website and schedule a free consult today.
Alyx Duckering

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $250
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I am an out-of-network provider and can provide a Superbill to submit to your insurance company. Get more details at my website and schedule a consult to see if we're a good fit to work together.
Photo of Alyx Duckering, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Alyx Duckering
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 237-7634
"
I am an out-of-network provider and can provide a Superbill to submit to your insurance company. Get more details at my website and schedule a consult to see if we're a good fit to work together.
Photo of Alyx Duckering, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Alyx Duckering
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 237-7634

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 145814 Alyx Duckering
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Attended California State University, San Bernardino, M.S. Clinical/Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2022
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with CAMFT
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I understand the pressure of performing at a high-level because I've lived it. I bring both clinical expertise and personal insight to help professionals, athletes, entertainers, and entrepreneurs move through burnout, stress, perfectionism, and life transitions with compassion and authenticity.
Photo of Alyx Duckering, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Alyx Duckering
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 237-7634
"
I understand the pressure of performing at a high-level because I've lived it. I bring both clinical expertise and personal insight to help professionals, athletes, entertainers, and entrepreneurs move through burnout, stress, perfectionism, and life transitions with compassion and authenticity.
Photo of Alyx Duckering, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Alyx Duckering
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 237-7634

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Stress

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sports Performance
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I help high-achieving adults navigate burnout, anxiety, trauma, perfectionism, and relationships. My clients are driven, motivated, and "look fine" externally but feel overwhelmed or stuck inside. Working with me is focused, compassionate, deep, and sometimes even fun! We go beyond coping to create lasting, meaningful change. Learn more about how I work at my website, and schedule a free consult.
Photo of Alyx Duckering, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Alyx Duckering
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 237-7634
"
I help high-achieving adults navigate burnout, anxiety, trauma, perfectionism, and relationships. My clients are driven, motivated, and "look fine" externally but feel overwhelmed or stuck inside. Working with me is focused, compassionate, deep, and sometimes even fun! We go beyond coping to create lasting, meaningful change. Learn more about how I work at my website, and schedule a free consult.
Photo of Alyx Duckering, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Alyx Duckering
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 237-7634

5 Endorsements

Shloka Iyer
Shloka Iyer
Marriage & Family TherapistMSLMFT
Alyx's style is both compassionate and direct, creating a space where clients feel safe, seen, and challenged in meaningful ways. I've seen the way she helps people reconnect with themselves and make real, lasting change. I highly recommend Alyx
Andrew Yuk Yeung Liu
Andrew Yuk Yeung Liu
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Alyx brings a calm, grounded presence to her work. I've seen how thoughtfully she helps clients reconnect with themselves and find real balance. She's warm, insightful, and someone I'd trust to support meaningful, lasting change.
Erich Heilman
Erich Heilman
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTMA
Alyx brings a perfect mix of intelligence, insight, humor, dedication and compassion to her work. Her gentle yet direct approach helps her clients build self awareness, learn new tools, and reach their goals. She is an amazing therapist & colleague!
Namhee Lim
Namhee Lim
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
With training and experience in many modalities, Alyx support each client's unique goals. She approaches therapy with curiosity, flexibility, and a deep respect for the whole person-prioritizing clients' wellness through a holistic, strengths-based lens.
Olivia Greenwald
Olivia Greenwald
CounselorMALPCC
Alyx is an exceptional therapist that prioritizes creating a safe, warm and collaborative space for her clients to process their emotions and experiences in a way that will allow them to feel fully supported throughout the therapeutic process.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use EMDR, parts work, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help high-achieving adults process and release stuck trauma, stress, and anxiety. In session, we target the root of what's holding you back so you can experience relief, clarity, and emotional freedom. Expect a supportive, collaborative space where you're fully seen and guided toward real, lasting shifts towards authenticity.
Photo of Alyx Duckering, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Alyx Duckering
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 237-7634
"
I use EMDR, parts work, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help high-achieving adults process and release stuck trauma, stress, and anxiety. In session, we target the root of what's holding you back so you can experience relief, clarity, and emotional freedom. Expect a supportive, collaborative space where you're fully seen and guided toward real, lasting shifts towards authenticity.
Photo of Alyx Duckering, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Alyx Duckering
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 237-7634

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Los Gatos, CA 95032

(415) 237-7634

Additional Location

San Jose, CA 95120

(415) 237-7634
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Supporting adults in Los Gatos & across CA navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, and relationships. Schedule a free consultation today.
Photo of Alyx Duckering, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Alyx Duckering
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 237-7634
"
Supporting adults in Los Gatos & across CA navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, and relationships. Schedule a free consultation today.
Photo of Alyx Duckering, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Alyx Duckering
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 237-7634