Family Therapy in Truckee, CA

I have been working in the field of healing arts for two decades. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have experience working with individuals, couples, teens, and adolescents. My work is grounded in the knowing that with the safety and security of the therapeutic container, one finds the willingness to feel what is authentically present, which naturally brings healing and ease of living.

We are in the midst of difficult times, filled with uncertainty, unsettling emotions and new challenges. You do not have to be alone in finding, creating, and examining solutions. I work with individuals, couples, and families in confidential and supportive telehealth and nature-based in person sessions. We can collaborate to find the most effective approach to meet your specific needs and goals. I treat anxiety, depression, relational difficulties, family conflict, grief, and provide parenting guidance. I also provide support and guidance through life transitions through customized ritual and ceremony creation and enactment.

Hi there, I'm Alexis, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of experience. I help individuals with anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, self esteem, relationship issues, adolescent/teen issues, and more. In my practice, I use motivational interviewing, a goal-directed technique that allows my client to explore and discover the possibility of changes within one’s self. I use a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral, Solution-Focused, Narrative, Family systems, Existential, Psychodynamic, Acceptance, and Commitment therapy. By focusing on the positives, my clients can start to see the progress they are making.

Are you looking for a therapist who is warm and engaging, flexible and practical? I believe that developing a strong working relationship between therapist and client is the basis for growth and change. I listen to your needs first, and will work collaboratively to identify and work toward your goals. My specialties: Helping young children and their families understand development, work through challenging behaviors, anxiety, depression, anger and other mood concerns. Supporting adolescents as they strive for independence and maturity. Managing parenting stress for individuals and couples. Healing from trauma.

I have a private Marriage and Family Therapy practice. I enjoy working with adolescents, parents and individual adults. Adolescence can be a tumultuous time. I like to support and give guidance to your teen. I like to help parents find the balance of nurture and structure in raising their children. I find that working with individuals allows me to create change in the family system.

I am able to treat a multitude of complex issues, yet I have extended knowledge and training in the following areas: *Couples therapy- I am Level 1 certified in Gottman Couples Therapy. *Teens that are dealing with academic & social pressures, substance abuse, binge drinking, anxiety/depression *Women and men diagnosed with chronic autoimmune illnesses *Postpartum Depression- I work with women & couples, during this very emotional and fragile time where support is needed. PPD can manifest suddenly within the first year of having your new baby, and can be very frightening for the new mother & family.

I have been working as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for the last 12 years and I completed my doctoral degree in 2024. I have worked in the community with individuals, couples, youth with high risk behaviors, and military families. I specialize in working with individuals, women's issues, couples, substance abuse and recovery, trauma, military population, and adolescents. While working with my clients I focus on the whole person, pulling forward your own strengths and wisdom to solve life's challenges.

Finding a place of refuge to pursue healing can be difficult, even disheartening. It takes great courage and tenacity to keep moving forward. In my therapy practice, I strive to keep a grace-filled, non-judgmental space, ultimately fostering refuge. I am passionate about how our brains have been created, the influence of life circumstances, and its ability to naturally heal. Whether you are an individual, a couple, or a family, when you are ready, I am here to walk with you.

I have been working in the field for many years with a focus on work with children, adults and families. I am deeply invested in working with the family system and supporting ways to improve relationships. My most recent focus has been around parenting, work with teens, and navigating ways to manage conflict, improve relationships and increase positive coping skills. I have experience supporting clients with depression, anxiety, attachment issues, anger management, mood fluctuations, trauma/PTSD, identity issues, and stress management.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who has devoted most of my experience to working with adolescents and their families supporting the transition from childhood to young adulthood for both parents and teens. I also work extensively with couples, both in supporting the parental relationship as well as strengthening parenting skills, as I have found that with the mounting stress in today's society, a strong home foundation improves the whole system.

With over 40 years experience working with families, couples, and individuals, I have in-depth knowledge about strengthening relationships, utilizing one's personal and family resiliency, improving self efficacy and empowering people to find their personal path and voice. Many of my clients are dealing with the aftermath of addiction, loss, trauma, violence, and betrayal. I attempt to assist people to understand the jigsaw puzzle of life in order to feel, think, and behave more congruently with their inner self while improving their significant relationships.

Life gets tangled up; it doesn’t have to stay that way. You may be wrestling with emotional ups and downs, life transitions, grief and loss, or strained family dynamics. You could be exploring future options, challenges from the past, or integrating life experiences into your personal or spiritual framework. Whether preparing for adulthood or navigating life's myriad of challenges, my clients are looking for a safe and empathetic space in which to unravel patterns and perspectives. They are seeking to develop a stronger sense of their own strengths and abilities with which to navigate life’s journey.

I offer a grounded person-centered approach to therapeutic work that is highly collaborative and rooted in depth psychology, the healing power of nature, mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I provide a therapeutic experience that is non-directive, compassionate, and authentic. I specialize in assisting highly creative and sensitive youth and adults interested in personal growth and healing or who are looking for support navigating a challenging life transition. I have tremendous respect for those willing to embrace their own vulnerability and embark upon the dynamic and challenging journey of psychotherapy.

As humans, we all have varying identities and they ebb and flow over time. Much of our distress can come from those changes in identities and that's where therapy can really help. I love to help clients uncover and examine their true identities. Whether you are a new mom grappling with the absolute rocking of your world as you knew it, a teenager trying to create and figure out who you truly are, or any other human striving to live as your authentic self - I am here for you. I look forward to the privilege of being able to walk beside you and guide you along your journey.

Do you wonder whether life could be better or want to be able to focus more on your goals and live your best life? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, or feeling disconnected from your self or others? Do you feel exhausted or frustrated by the thought that there is no light at the end of the tunnel or that something is missing? Now, more than ever, so many people are feeling drained and uncertain about finding their place in life. Not addressing past trauma or challenges can lead to even more overwhelm. We believe that it should not be so hard to live better, that people can change, and that there is hope.

At Indigo Waters Counseling Services, we believe that mental health and wellness are essential towards living a fullfulling life. Children and adults are vulnerable to experiencing challenges balancing the various stressors life can bring about. We will work together to identify the core problems and develop treatment goals.

Accepting new clients throughout California for remote and in-person sessions in our group practice. We have clinicians available that specialize in a variety of client populations and mental health issues. We work with people to find real improvement in their lives and relationships. What would improve for you if you felt seen, heard and understood? How could your relationships grow if you moved beyond triggers and old wounds to a place of confidence and compassion?

My clients come to me from many walks of life. From teens, relatively new to life, to the venerable, older generation who come with a wealth of experience. Sometimes we all need someone to walk along side of us for a while, to try on new perspectives and receive encouragement to practice new behaviors.

My therapeutic approach comes from a place of love. I believe in meeting clients where they are, without judgment or discrimination. My style is integrated and person-centered, focusing on awareness of the here and now as a tool for change. I am sensitive to the influence of our environments and how that shapes us. Often we are guided by the stories we tell ourselves and the stories others tell us. It is important to assess our stories to determine if they are relevant or if they are someone else’s stories. It is through the exploration of the past and present that we are able to support a healthy future.