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Alexandra C Ernst, LCSW
Stress, Anxiety
Grief
Self esteem, Motivation
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
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About me
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania with over three decades of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, career stress, and major life transitions.
My approach is solution-focused, strengths-based, and collaborative—designed to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose, even when life feels overwhelming or uncertain.
I don’t believe therapy is about “fixing” you. It’s about working together to understand what’s getting in the way—and identifying practical, meaningful steps toward the life you want.
In our work together, I help clients:
• Recognize and build on what’s already working
• Reduce emotional overwhelm and regain a sense of control
• Strengthen communication, boundaries, and self-trust
• Navigate life transitions with greater clarity and resilience
• Create sustainable, forward-focused change
I have extensive experience supporting adults across the lifespan, including older adults, and I provide affirming, inclusive care for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Clients often come to me when they are feeling:
• Stuck, burned out, or emotionally depleted
• Overwhelmed by caregiving, work stress, or life demands
• Grieving a loss or navigating a major transition
• Questioning a relationship, identity, or career path
• Ready for change—but unsure where to start
I offer non-religious, affirming counseling in a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, respected, and empowered-at a pace that feels right to you.
Professional experience
30 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety
Grief
Self esteem, Motivation
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Aging and geriatric issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family problems, First responder issues, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
License information
PA LCSW CW025361
Reviews
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I’ve only had two sessions with Alex, but I really enjoy speaking with her. She reassure my thoughts are not just crazy thoughts that they are very natural and we are working through them together.
Written on Mar 18, 2026 after therapy with Alexandra C for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
This therapist is an excellent listener and truly present in sessions. She consistently follows up on things I’ve shared, which makes me feel heard and supported. I’m really grateful for her thoughtful and attentive approach.
Written on Feb 10, 2026 after therapy with Alexandra C for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
I have tried therapy a dozen times throughout my life. Although, I have been matched with some therapists who were not a fit and some that were an okay fit, Alex is the first therapist who I have felt fully confident and comfortable with. One of the best things about Alex is how she is able to challenge my way of thinking, in a respectful and empathetic manner. I am so grateful to have been matched with Alex!
Written on Dec 05, 2025 after therapy with Alexandra C for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and adhd
Alex has been such a beacon of light on my journey! She is amazing and consciously listens, which is so appreciated!!
Written on Sep 08, 2025 after therapy with Alexandra C for 3 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, and relationship issues
Only had one session,but so far feel very comfortable with Alexandra
Written on Sep 05, 2025 after therapy with Alexandra C for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes