About Dr. Ronald Alexander
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
StraightEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Ronald Alexander
Ronald A. Alexander, PhD, MFT, is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and Colorado (CA Lic. #MFC7707 & CO Lic. #253), with a private practice in Santa Monica, CA, working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. He holds a PhD in Psychology and Human Behavior from Ryokan College, a PhD in Humanistic Psychology from Saybrook University, a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Sonoma State University, and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts. Alexander is a Creativity and Communication Consultant, International Clinical Trainer, Executive and Leadership Coach, and the Executive Director of the OpenMind Training® Institute, a leading-edge organization offering personal and professional training programs in core creativity, mindfulness-based mind-body therapies, transformational leadership, and meditation.
For more than forty-four years, Alexander has trained healthcare professionals across North America, Europe, Russia, Japan, China, and Australia. He is the author of the widely acclaimed book, Wise Mind, Open Mind.
Alexander is a pioneer in Mindfulness-Based Mind-Body Therapies, Gestalt Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Ericksonian Mind-Body Therapies, Holistic Psychology, and Integrative and Behavioral Medicine. He is a long-time extension faculty member of UCLA’s Departments of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Entertainment, a lecturer at the David Geffen School of Medicine, and adjunct faculty at Pacifica Graduate Institute and Pepperdine University. He is a lifetime member of the American Psychological Association, a clinical member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, and a Diplomate in professional psychotherapy with the International Academy of Behavioral Medicine and Counseling.
Alexander received his SEP Certificate from the Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute in Boulder, Colorado. He also consulted with and received treatment from Milton H. Erickson, MD.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My orientation in psychotherapy is integrative and holistic a mind-body mindfulness approach, i utilize many modalities that may include self-psychology, gestalt therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, hypnosis, somatic experiencing therapy, and executive and leadership coaching. I also work in a most intuitive manner.
Dr. Ronald Alexander is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
More information on payments and coverage
I do not accept any type of health insurance. It is a fee for service payment to me directly, however, we can provide you with a monthly Super Bill statement that you may submit to your insurance company to receive reimbursement for partial fee.
Office locations
Dr. Ronald Alexander, LMFT, PhD, SEP also offers online video visits for patients
Ronald Alexander PHD Professional Corporation (1 of 2)
2012 Tuna Canyon Rd, Topanga, CA 90290
Ronald Alexander PHD Professional Corporation (2 of 2)
528 Arizona Ave, Ste 211, Santa Monica, CA 90401
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Ryokan College, PhD in Psychology and Human Behavior
- Saybrook University, PhD in Humanistic Psychology
- Sonoma State University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
- University of Massachusetts (Bachelor's)
- Massasoit Community College (Associate's)
Professional memberships
- American Psychological Association
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
- United States Association for Body Psychotherapy
- International Society for Hypnosis
- European Association for Gestalt Therapy
Awards and publications
- Dr. Alexander is also the Author of the Widely Acclaimed Book, Wise Mind, Open Mind.
- Author of Core Creativity: The Mindful Way to Unlock Your Creative Self
NPI number
1831316959
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Is Dr. Ronald Alexander accepting new patients?
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What practice does Dr. Ronald Alexander work with?
Where is Dr. Ronald Alexander's office located?
Dr. Ronald Alexander has 3 office locations, including in Santa Monica and Topanga, view full addresses on Dr. Alexander's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ronald Alexander?
Dr. Ronald Alexander frequently sees patients for Depression, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ronald Alexander on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Ronald Alexander speak?
Dr. Ronald Alexander speaks English.