Alex Swales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW (she, her)
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Washington, DC 20009
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Life can be messy, chaotic, and complicated; therapy reminds me of spring cleaning. Similar to spring cleaning, therapy can be slow, overwhelming, & messy. Throughout the therapeutic process, it is my goal to support clients to embrace all the parts of them in healing from trauma. Together, we will work to unpack and find meaning, connection, understanding, and even humor. I work with individuals that have experienced sexual trauma, relational trauma, eating disorders, and struggle with the impacts of trauma. I deeply enjoy working with individuals that want to deepen their connection to self and community.
I am a queer, curious, affirming, person-centered, HAES-aligned, trauma-informed clinician. I believe integrating mindfulness, the breath, and the body into our work can be a powerful way connect to yourself and support healing from trauma. I use sensorimotor, IFS, psychodynamic, and relational therapy to support my clients in healing from trauma.
You're worthy of being heard, seen, and valued. I welcome you to join me as we appreciate your past, this present moment, and everything the future has to offer. I look forward to working with you!
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $190
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
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Alex Swales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / LC200001986 Alex Swales
- In Practice for 4 Years
- License: Virginia Board of Social Work 0904014746
- License: State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies CSW.09930119
- Attended University of Maryland Baltimore School of Social , MSW, Graduated 2019
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Alex Swales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Sexual Abuse
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Cancer
- Caregiving
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Women's Issues
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Alex Swales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Body Positivity ,
Cancer ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Body Positivity ,
Cancer ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Feminist
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (855) 922-4373
Alex Swales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Groups
Our Resilience
Our Resilience is a processing group for survivors of sexual assault, abuse, and violence. This virtual group is intended to create an intentional, safe space for survivors to connect and support each other in their healing from trauma. Each group session will include a check-in, yoga or meditation exercise, discussion, and check-out. Although I am a licensed therapist, this group is not a therapy support group. Since it is not a therapy group, individuals may reside anywhere in the US. Read more at ourcollectivespace.com/our-resilience
Expertise
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$20-$80
Group Meets
Every Tue 6:30 P.M. - 8 P.M.
Location
Washington, DC 20002
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Location
Nearby Areas
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Alex Swales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Last Modified: 15 Mar 2024