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Alexis Acevedo(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
New YorkConnecticutNew Jersey
Alcohol use disorder & addiction- Anxiety -Caregiver stress & support- Life transitions- Loss, grief, and bereavement- Relationship issues-

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Professional statement

Alexis specializes in guiding individuals through major life transitions. She provides virtual therapy for those pivotal moments when life shifts beneath a person's feet and they are left figuring out who they are now and where they're going next.

She helps people who are navigating a significant loss, ending a relationship, facing a career change, adjusting to health challenges, becoming a caregiver, or stepping into a new phase of life that doesn’t look the way they expected, Alexis helps people make sense of the emotional upheaval that comes with profound change.

Life transitions often bring up complicated feelings: grief for what was, anxiety about what’s ahead, confusion about your identity, or even guilt about moving forward. Many people Alexis works with feel stuck between their old life and an uncertain future, unsure how to bridge that gap or rebuild their sense of purpose and meaning.

Alexis' approach centers on helping client's understand what this transition means for the them—not what it “should” look like—and creating space to process both what they are leaving behind and what is moving them moving toward.


Message to clients

In our work together, I help you honor what you’re losing or leaving behind while also building the foundation for what comes next. We’ll explore the emotional landscape of your transition—whether that includes sadness, relief, anger, hope, or the strange mix of feelings that often comes with change—and give each of those feelings the attention they deserve.

I’ll also support you in the practical work of rebuilding: figuring out how to navigate your day-to-day life, redefining your identity, reconnecting with your values, and taking steps toward a version of your life that feels authentic and meaningful.

I don’t believe in rushing through transitions or forcing yourself to “get over it” and move on. Instead, I work with the natural rhythm of change—some days focusing on processing emotions and making sense of what’s happened, and others working on concrete strategies to care for yourself and re-engage with life in ways that feel right for you.

I bring warmth, steadiness, and deep respect into our sessions, and I trust that you are the expert on your own experience. My role is to walk alongside you during this in-between time, offering guidance, reflection, and support as you navigate uncertainty and find your way forward.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 12 years

Refresh Psychotherapy, Clinical Supervisor, 2020 - Present

CUNY-Brooklyn College, M.A in Mental Health Counseling, 2014

Licensure

New York: 008501 - Connecticut: 008287 - New Jersey: 37PC01165500

Languages

English

Specialties

Alcohol use disorder & addiction - Tolerating emotional discomfort; reducing or eliminating reliance on alcohol; development of new coping mechanisms for stress and suffering.

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Caregiver stress & support - Coping with anxiety, stress, fatigue, and burnout related to caring for a loved one; balancing the needs of others with one's own needs and health

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Evernorth
  • Meritain Health
  • Northwell Direct
  • United Healthcare

Alexis Acevedo is accepting clients using listed insurances, paying listed fees, or using health insurance out-of-network benefits other than:

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$325 (53min)

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