Alexis Johnson, LMSW
Compassionate, practical therapy for life transitions
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- Skill building
- Goal focused
- Values based
About Alexis
Her work often centers on practical goals like improving sleep, managing anger, and rebuilding self-esteem. She also helps people who are navigating communication problems, divorce or separation, infidelity, and midlife crisis. Sessions are aimed at everyday improvements that make routines and relationships easier to manage.
Alexis draws from several evidence-informed methods to match the work to each person. She often uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas are used when people want to clarify values and take meaningful action despite difficult feelings.
Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy are part of her toolbox when people need short-term momentum or help moving through ambivalence. In practice this means setting small, achievable steps and checking progress together. Her approach is direct but empathetic, with an emphasis on skills people can use between sessions.
Based in Michigan, Alexis aims to create a respectful space where goals are clear and progress is trackable. She welcomes questions about the therapy process and works with each person to find approaches that fit their life and priorities.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
How Alexis' Approaches Fit Online Work
Alexis uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT often focuses on concrete skills like sleep routines, worry management, and testing out new behaviors that improve day-to-day life. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is another common thread in her work; ACT helps people clarify personal values and take steps toward them even when emotions are strong.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Alexis will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, and together they decide which methods to prioritize. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan as progress is made or new challenges appear.
Session format details were not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also make it simpler to keep continuity of care during life transitions, since sessions can be scheduled around work or family commitments rather than requiring an in-person visit.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Alexis address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction issues, anger, self-esteem, grief, sleep problems, and coping with life changes including midlife crisis.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical, focusing on skills, goal setting, and straightforward conversation to support progress between sessions.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She is a licensed master social worker with 14 years of experience working with a range of emotional and life transition concerns.
Where is she located and licensed?
She practices in Michigan and holds the credential MI LMSW as listed.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How does payment or cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.