About Alexandra Serafini- Tapia
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Emotionally Focused
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Alexandra Serafini- Tapia
I’m Alexandra, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than seven years of experience working with children, adults, and families. I specialize in complex trauma, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, low self-trust, and the lasting impact of painful past experiences.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized. I draw from DBT, CBT, mindfulness, Polyvagal-informed approaches, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy to help you better understand your emotions, patterns, relationships, and nervous system responses.
Together, we can work toward greater insight, stronger coping skills, healthier relationships, and a deeper sense of trust in yourself as you move forward.
What should a new client know about working with you?
You do not need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. I want you to feel comfortable showing up as you are, even if what you are experiencing feels confusing, overwhelming, or difficult to put into words.
I am warm and supportive, but I will also be honest and direct when I think it may help you grow. Therapy with me is collaborative—we will work together to understand what is happening, build practical skills, and make connections between past experiences and present patterns.
My goal is for you to feel heard and understood while also leaving therapy with greater insight, stronger coping tools, and more confidence in yourself.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
We’ll start by getting to know what brings you to therapy, what feels most difficult right now, and what you hope will be different. I’ll also take time to understand important relationships, past experiences, and patterns that may be influencing how you feel and respond today.
From there, we’ll work together to identify goals and build a treatment approach that fits your needs. Depending on what is most helpful, our work may include building coping and emotional regulation skills, exploring the connection between past and present experiences, improving relationships and boundaries, and developing practical strategies for everyday challenges.
Throughout the process, I’ll check in with you about what feels helpful so our work can remain collaborative, flexible, and focused on your goals.
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In-network insurances
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 53 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
More information on payments and coverage
Aetna
Magellan
Optum
Anthem Medi-Cal
Blue Shield
Molina
Cigna
IEHP
TriWest
Carelon
LA Care
Regal Lakeside
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California State University, San Bernardino, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1285187849
How soon can I make an appointment with Alexandra Serafini- Tapia?
Generally, Alexandra Serafini- Tapia has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Alexandra Serafini- Tapia's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Alexandra Serafini- Tapia accepting new patients?
Alexandra Serafini- Tapia generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Alexandra Serafini- Tapia's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Alexandra Serafini- Tapia accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Alexandra Serafini- Tapia online?
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What practice does Alexandra Serafini- Tapia work with?
Alexandra Serafini- Tapia works with Hope Matters Institute.
What are common reasons for patients to see Alexandra Serafini- Tapia?
Alexandra Serafini- Tapia frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Alexandra Serafini- Tapia on their profile.
What languages does Alexandra Serafini- Tapia speak?
Alexandra Serafini- Tapia speaks English.