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Alexandra Tesnakis, LMHC

Alexandra Tesnakis, LMHC

Psychotherapist
NY
Specializes in Complex Trauma, Self-Esteem, Relationship to Self and Others, Anxiety, and Depression. Alexandra utilizes a trauma-informed approach tailored to each individual client that includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Mindful Self-Compassion, and a healthy blend of humor and warmth. She graduated with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The College of Staten Island in 2017 and has over eight years of experience in the behavioral health field. Alexandra has worked with a wide range of populations and understands that therapy isn’t one size fits all. She also recognizes the impact of societal systems on the mental, physical, and spiritual health of those oppressed by them. Alexandra works from a client-centered approach that is trauma-informed, queer positive, and anti-oppressive. She believes the catalyst for change in therapy comes from building a strong, supportive, and safe relationship with your therapist. In therapy with Alexandra, this looks like consistency, meeting people where they are in life, and showing up every session as genuine and with non-judgmental positive regard. She integrates evidence-based practices from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment Theory, and Mindful Self-Compassion to help people connect past experiences and trauma with their present relationship to themselves, others, and the world. Alexandra believes we can become stuck repeating patterns of self-deprecation, perfectionism, and toxic relationships based on how we were taught to view ourselves and others in childhood. She hopes to be a supportive guide in the therapy room, helping clients build skills to identify patterns and defenses that no longer serve them, reconnect with emotions, and cultivate more compassion for themselves.
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Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Alexandra Tesnakis

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Alexandra Tesnakis

Specializes in Complex Trauma, Self-Esteem, Relationship to Self and Others, Anxiety, and Depression. Alexandra utilizes a trauma-informed approach tailored to each individual client that includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Mindful Self-Compassion, and a healthy blend of humor and warmth. She graduated with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The College of Staten Island in 2017 and has over eight years of experience in the behavioral health field. Alexandra has worked with a wide range of populations and understands that therapy isn’t one size fits all. She also recognizes the impact of societal systems on the mental, physical, and spiritual health of those oppressed by them. Alexandra works from a client-centered approach that is trauma-informed, queer positive, and anti-oppressive. She believes the catalyst for change in therapy comes from building a strong, supportive, and safe relationship with your therapist. In therapy with Alexandra, this looks like consistency, meeting people where they are in life, and showing up every session as genuine and with non-judgmental positive regard. She integrates evidence-based practices from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment Theory, and Mindful Self-Compassion to help people connect past experiences and trauma with their present relationship to themselves, others, and the world. Alexandra believes we can become stuck repeating patterns of self-deprecation, perfectionism, and toxic relationships based on how we were taught to view ourselves and others in childhood. She hopes to be a supportive guide in the therapy room, helping clients build skills to identify patterns and defenses that no longer serve them, reconnect with emotions, and cultivate more compassion for themselves.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression
Pain Management Consultation
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Young Adult Issues
Depression
Pain Management Consultation
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychosexual Evaluation

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Practice names

Education and training

  • College of Staten Island, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1841864386

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5.00
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5.00
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Alexandra Tesnakis speaks English.

How do patients rate Alexandra Tesnakis in reviews?

4 patients have reviewed Alexandra Tesnakis. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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