Aayla Alexander, SW, Charlotte, NC

About Aayla Alexander

Focus areas

Academic Stress

Adult Psychotherapy

Anxiety Disorder

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Anger Management

Therapy

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Anxiety

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Aayla Alexander

With over 10 years of therapeutic experience across community mental health, hospital systems, university counseling, and private practice, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating high-pressure lives, major transitions, and evolving identities. My clinical work centers on two primary focus areas: perinatal and parental mental health and the emotional wellness of high-performing individuals. I have completed advanced certificate training in perinatal mental health and I’m currently pursuing PMH-C certification. I work with birthing and non-birthing parents, including mothers, fathers, partners, and other caregivers, as they navigate pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, infertility, pregnancy or infant loss, birth-related trauma, changes in identity, relationship transitions, returning to work, and the emotional demands of becoming or being a parent. I also specializes in supporting high-performing professionals, leaders, athletes, creatives, students, and other achievement-oriented individuals. I help clients address anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, workplace stress, relationship concerns, major life transitions, and the pressure to consistently perform while appearing to have everything together. My approach is warm, collaborative, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed. I integrates evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, emotion regulation strategies, and self-compassion. Her goal is to help clients develop sustainable coping tools, strengthen their relationships, and create lives that feel both successful and emotionally fulfilling.

In-network insurances

Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $250 for 60 minutes

Ongoing session: $200 for 50 minutes

Popular visit reasons

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Depression

New Patient Visit

Office location

Sun Counseling & Wellness

5950 Fairview Rd, Ste 320, Charlotte, NC 28210

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Education and background

Practice names

Sun Counseling & Wellness

Education and training

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Master's in Social Work
Queens University of Charlotte, Bachelor's

NPI number

1245800895

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What practice does Aayla Alexander work with?

Aayla Alexander works with Sun Counseling & Wellness.

Where is Aayla Alexander's office located?

Aayla Alexander's office is located at 5950 Fairview Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210.

What are common reasons for patients to see Aayla Alexander?

Aayla Alexander frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Aayla Alexander on their profile.