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Alexia Pilleris

Alexia Pilleris

LMHC

Therapist · Florida · 12+ years of experience

Compassionate LMHC focused on practical change

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  • Direct listening
  • Practical skills
  • Motivation focused

About Alexia

Alexia Pilleris is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 12 years of experience. She focuses on listening first and helping people find clear steps forward. Her approach aims to make talking feel manageable, even when the topic is hard.

Alexia uses straightforward conversations to address stress, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. She also helps people facing substance use and addiction concerns, problems with communication, and feelings of isolation or low self-esteem. Anger and coping with life changes are included among the issues she supports people through.

Her style centers on the person in front of her. That means working together to identify what matters and testing small changes that can make life easier. Sessions often include practical skills for handling panic, managing impulsive reactions, and improving everyday interactions.

Alexia also draws on mindfulness and reflective methods to help people notice patterns and make different choices. Motivational techniques are used to support shifts in behavior related to substance use and other goals. Cognitive behavioral ideas help reframe thoughts that fuel anxiety or low mood.

She practices in Florida and conducts therapy in English. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and scheduling is arranged according to availability. Alexia invites people who feel ready to start a focused, steady process of change.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Family conflictsAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

How her approaches shape online therapy

Alexia blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral ideas to help people make concrete changes. Client-centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and working at the person’s own pace to clarify goals and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thoughts and behaviors and teaches specific tools to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and handle panic.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that fit their goals and daily life. That might mean trying mindfulness practices on some weeks and CBT tools on others, depending on what helps most.

The biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also support continuity of care during life changes while the therapist and client decide together how best to structure appointments.

At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
LMHC
Languages
English
License (Florida)
LMHC · No. MH18561
NPI
1215521117

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Alexia address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, anger, and substance use issues. She also supports those dealing with communication problems, isolation, and life transitions.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is conversational and practical. She focuses on listening, learning what matters to the person, and trying small, useful changes together.

What experience does she bring to therapy?

Alexia has worked as a licensed mental health counselor for 12 years with a range of mood, anxiety, and addiction concerns.

Where does she practice and what are her credentials?

She is a Florida LMHC and practices in Florida. The credential LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can you describe the available session formats?

The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to start therapy?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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