Alexandra do Couto, LPCA

I am passionate about helping people bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be—whether that means performing at their highest level, navigating a difficult season of life, strengthening relationships, or developing a healthier relationship with themselves.

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As a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology and a licensed mental health counselor, I specialize in working with athletes and high performers across all levels. I have experience working with elite international, NCAA Division I, and high school athletes, as well as adult lifelong athletes. My training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). 

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While sport and performance are a central part of my practice, I also enjoy working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and significant life adjustments. I believe mental health and performance are deeply connected, and I help clients build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, work through challenges, and make choices that align with what matters most to them.

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ACT is often a foundation of my work, helping clients learn to face difficult thoughts and emotions more adaptively while moving toward their values. I take an eclectic, individualized approach and incorporate CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy when appropriate. I also believe therapy should be collaborative and active—I enjoy taking a hands-on approach and walking alongside my clients as they work toward meaningful change.

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Whether you are trying to perform at your best, improve your mental well-being, navigate a transition, or simply feel more in sync with the person you want to be, I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.