Family Therapy in Mobile, AL

Are you and your relationship struggling due to sexual issues. These sensitive subjects can be difficult to talk about and even harder to find the right therapist for. I specialize in helping individuals through sexual issues of all kinds, including but not limited to: ED, Desire discrepancy, pelvic pain, sexual aversion, sexual trauma, low libido, out of control sexual behavior, negative impacts of pornography and technology, medical sexual dysfunction, and more. Don't let sexual problems stop you from having the life and relationships you desire.

You and your partner are staring at a long, bumpy road ahead of you. Once, you were excited to go on this journey together. Now, part of you is terrified of what's to come. You want to make things work, but you're tired and weary of having the same fight over and over. You can't seem to agree on anything. Are we ready for marriage or have similar goals? What's the best way to raise our kids? Enter stress from outside the relationship- pressure from opinionated in-laws, ever-increasing demands from work, kids acting out at school. Just when you need your partner's support the most, you feel like your teammate has left you stranded.

Have you just found out that your spouse or significant other has been engaging in sexual behaviors and lying about it? Maybe it was sexting, an emotional affair, pornography, or other sexual behaviors. Whatever it was, it was kept from you and you feel lied to, betrayed, and fooled. Or maybe you are the one engaging in sexual behaviors that you have tried to stop but, no matter how much effort you put into stopping, you return to that same behavior over and over. Maybe you are grieving a relationship loss, trying to figure out how to parent now that things have changed or you just feel stuck in the same old patterns.

*NEW CLIENTS WELCOMED* There you are! You've made the decision that, at one time or another, we've all had to make in life. Whether there has been loss, traumatic experiences, relational problems, parenting woes, the fear of the unknown, or anything else that brought you to the realization that help is needed you've made that step. I can assist with helping to sort through the "unwanted pile-ups" as we work together to find that place of tranquility. I have a Masters in Professional Counseling and I have worked with teens, adolescents, as well as parents, where unwanted behaviors have taken a toll on the warmth in the relationship.

Want to break through life's challenges? If you have anxiety, worry, depression, mental illness, guilt, shame, anger, toxic relationships, trouble setting goals, lack of focus, grief, limiting thoughts and beliefs, esteem issues, job loss, family issues, school issues, childhood trauma or later life issues, then look no further. As a seasoned professional, I offer holistic counseling, therapy and coaching services to good people who need a helping hand during trying times in their lives. My background includes psychiatric, self-esteem, intellectual disability, veteran, abuse, family, career, dual diagnosis and other related issues.

My name is Alexa Da Rosa and I am a LPC in Mobile, AL. I am originally from San Diego, CA and came to Alabama to go to school and play softball. I found my love for psychology at a early age and love working with adolescents, teenagers, young adults, and adults. My scope of expertise includes but is not limited to: Anxiety, depression, PTSD, couples complications, marriage dysfunction, transitional barriers, family dysfunction, LGBTQ+ struggles, addiction, grief, divorce, behavioral complications, etc.

Some stages of life can be tough, finding relevant help that is measurable shouldn't be. Compass II Life exists solely for youth, couples, & families in need of brief therapy & support, yet with results the family can measure. Day & evening appointment availability for support with parenting, anxiety/depression, anger management, respect for parents/authority, purpose, marriage counseling, & more. Different by design, my practice targets a new approach to the delivery of mental health care & mentoring for youth/families across the Gulf Coast. Telehealth remains available for those in need of remote services or support.

It has been said that, "People start to heal the moment they are heard." Everyone deserves the opportunity to work toward their full potential in a safe and supportive setting. What do you need to heal from? I have a passion for learning about people and helping them overcome whatever is hindering them from experiencing their optimal lives. My therapeutic belief centers around a solution-focused, strength-based approach in order to enhance skills and facilitate change needed to gain personal growth. It is my mission to provide my clients with the utmost respect and support in an open and comfortable therapeutic environment.

I am a counseling psychologist. I work with families, couples, young adults and adults. I have over 15 years of experience with evidence-based family therapy. My approach to families, couples and individuals is strength-based and respect-based. This means appreciating that struggles we face as individuals and in relationships are not typically due to maliciousness but are part of the human struggle to do what we believe and feel is best for ourselves and our families--even if misguided. Unfortunately, we frequently misinterpret the intentions of others and experiences which impacts how we react--this can be changed and relationships can be repaired.

We all go through rough times and sometimes our lives can simply become overwhelming. This is when a trained professional is needed to help us get back on track and find balance. I am a licensed counselor and a certified addiction counselor, having worked in the field for over 30 years and I am here to listen in a supportive, honest, and nonjudgmental atmosphere. Together we can work to develop useful goals. I am an active and practical therapist, valuing confidentiality, trust and building rapport, knowing that most people simply want to find solutions to their problems and live the most satisfying lives possible.

My goal is to provide clients with a safe, non-judgmental, affirming environment where self-exploration, growth, and positive change can occur. I work with adolescents, adults, and those in the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience working with individuals who have experienced significant trauma, abuse, depression, and anxiety.

My practice offers services to individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress, and obsessive compulsive disorders. Additionally, I work with families endeavoring to support a loved one who experiences emotion dysregulation and suicidality as well as families who are navigating LGBTQ+ identities.

As a therapist who specializes in whole-person wellness, trauma recovery, & perinatal mental health, I enjoy working with women & men who have experienced anxiety, depression, major life transitions, and/or trauma. I am a certified clinical trauma specialist with advanced training in the area of sexual trauma. I am also a certified perinatal mental health specialist through Postpartum Support International, & I am especially passionate about birth trauma and navigating the perinatal journey as a survivor of previous trauma. I am a firm believer that we all make sense in the context of what we've walked through.

For over 20 years, I have had the privilege of providing both direct and indirect mental healthcare to youths, adults, and families in my local community and surrounding areas. Although life experiences and observations of such has been my primary educator, I attribute my education and training, as well as positions at various for and non-profit agencies to assisting me with honing my therapeutic skills in helping clients identify and rediscover their distinctive strengths to develop new ways of thinking, behaving, and relating to others to achieve a better quality of living and relationships.

Serving the Gulf Coast Community of Mobile, Alabama and surrounding areas, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over thirty years experience. I offer psychotherapy and counseling to individuals and couples. I accept many forms of insurance. Please contact my office at the phone number or email address below for appointments and questions. My office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by grief, depression, addictions, or anxiety? If you seeking freedom from burnout, work related stressors or in need of help tackling life's major hurdles? If so, schedule an appointment at ECM Counseling Service. As a Licensed Professional Counselor serving the Gulf Coast area, I am committed to providing quality services using a variety of treatment options. I have almost 20 years experience in the mental health field and I feel more than confident that we will make a great team as you journey towards healing.

I believe that we all possess strengths and abilities that have not yet been discovered. Sometimes we face trials that can serve to help us develop these unknown parts of ourselves in a way that empowers us to move forward. As we build resiliency from tolerating stress in the present, we become better equipped to manage future setbacks.