Alexandra Leichter LCSW, LICSW, MSW

Alexandra Leichter LCSW, LICSW, MSW (she/her)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

What would it be like if you finally felt heard? I'm a relationship & communication expert. I also specialize in neuordiverse couples.

Client Status

accepting clients

Contact

503.327.3945

Portland Family Health

4004 SE Woodstock

Portland, 97202

At a Glance

Me

Rate: $200-$215

Provides free initial consultation

Provides telehealth services

Practicing Since: 2012

Languages: English

Services

  • Individual
  • Relationship

Insurances Accepted

  • Out of Pocket
  • Out of Network

My Ideal Client

Are you ready to create an intentional life path - moving in together or getting married? (Pre-marital Coaching) Are you and your partner miscommunicating, not having fun, wanting to make changes in your relationship? (Relationship Counseling) Are you deciding if you want to stay or if you want to go in your relationship? Do you feel stuck in indecision? (Discernment type services) Do you or your partner experience processing differences (AHDH, ASD)? Reach out to me!

My Approach to Helping

I am eclectic in my approach - I am Gottman Level One certified and PrePare Enrich certified (premarital services). I am a Certified ND Compass therapist - this is specific to those couples who are neurodiverse. I am also an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider. My main focus is helping people tell their truth, what it is they are scared to admit to themselves and others, in a safe, supportive way.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Oregon and California and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Washington. I have been in couples counseling myself and this is why I am passionate about what I do: I know it works. Call me, I offer free phone consultations.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

  • Coaching External link

    Prepare Enrich Pre-Marital Counseling Certified Facilitator: This is a leading relationship program, built on a solid research foundation. It is custom tailored to for each couple and provides exercises to build relationship skills. This is what I consider a preventative coaching process where I help couples focus on discussing important things prior to moving in together, marrying or choosing to partner with one another.

  • Couples Counseling External link

    I have worked with couples throughout my career. I have additional training in Gottman and am certified in ND Compass (specific to mixed Neuro Type couples). I am also an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider.

  • Eclectic External link

    There are many theories and types of therapy that can be used when working with couples. I find that no two couples are a like, nor or the two individuals within that couple alike. I will assess your specific needs and will draw from my experience and schooling to not only help explain why you are in your current set of circumstances, but also how we can go about addressing your needs.

Issues I Treat

Specialties

  • Premarital Counseling External link

    Prepare Enrich Pre-Marital Counseling Certified Facilitator: This is a leading relationship program, built on a solid research foundation. It is custom tailored to for each couple and provides exercises to build relationship skills. I provide BOTH non-religious and religious based counseling. I am also happy to provide non Prepare Enrich premarital counseling.

  • ADHD External link

    I am an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider - I provide services both to individuals with a diagnosis or who think they might have a diagnosis of ADHD and/or those who are partnered with someone who has or possibly has this diagnosis. The majority of my focus in this area is the way ADHD impacts relationships, communication, misunderstandings and education so you can better understand yourself or your partner.

  • Relationship / Marriage Issues External link

    I have worked with couples and families throughout my career. I have experience working with couples who are in the midst of marital issues, and general problem solving for on-going concerns and with those who want to better understand one another but are not in any type of crisis. I have additional training in Gottman therapy and also a certification in ND (NeuroDiverse) Compass - a type of relationship therapy that is focused on working with mixed Neuro Type couples.

  • Personal Growth External link

    Your life looks delightful but it’s still deeply unfulfilling. You’ve had enough of standing in your own way & giving too much power to what others think. You have bold dreams & desires but seek clarification & encouragement to achieve them. You want to increase your self-esteem to lead to better relationships & career choices as they currently don't feel in alignment with your needs, values, or overall satisfaction. Sometimes you feel outwardly self-confident but internally doubt yourself.

  • Relationship / Marriage Issues External link

    More often than not people reach out to me because they are having communication issues within their relationship. Miscommunication is usually the result of misinterpreting what your partner has said, having different communication styles and the way our brains take in and process the information during that communication. I help clients identify the patterns in their relationships and better understand one another - I provide education, skills and a guidance on how to be open and honest.

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