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Alexis Putnam

Compassionate clinician for stress and identity concerns

LCSW New York

Experience
7 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy
Languages
English

About Alexis

Alexis Putnam is a New York licensed clinical social worker who supports people navigating stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, and trauma.

Background and approach

She works with clients who are exploring LGBT issues and related identity questions, and attends to specific concerns such as panic, post-traumatic stress, body image, and feelings of isolation. Alexis frames care around each person’s goals and lived experience, meeting clients where they are and adapting a treatment plan to fit their circumstances.

Her practice blends practical, evidence-informed methods with compassionate listening. Over seven years of clinical work she has used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside mindfulness techniques, motivational interviewing, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused approaches to help clients build skills, increase resilience, and clarify next steps.

Alexis emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and empowerment, and she collaborates with clients to set achievable goals and support meaningful change.

Evidence-Informed Methods for Online Work

Alexis often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking and build practical skills for managing anxiety, mood, and panic. She also integrates Mindfulness Therapy to teach attention and grounding practices that support emotional regulation and reduce stress. These approaches are commonly used together to address both immediate symptoms and longer-term patterns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Alexis treats it as a collaborative process. She will work with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and needs, and then tailor techniques or blend methods so therapy feels useful and manageable. This exploration helps determine whether to emphasize skill-building, trauma-focused work, motivation strategies, or short-term solution-focused steps.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, continue work during transitions, and stay consistent with appointments while collaborating with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Alexis commonly address?
She works with issues including stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma and LGBT-related matters, as well as related topics like body image, panic, and social anxiety.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her practice combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with mindfulness, motivational interviewing, solution-focused techniques, and trauma-focused methods to create practical, goal-oriented work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience working with clients in a variety of clinical areas.
What credentials and location should I know about?
Alexis is an LCSW licensed in New York with license number NY LCSW 098194, and she practices from New York.
Does she work in languages other than English or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English only, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Clients may meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what fits their needs.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Pricing varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesBody imageFertility issuesGender dysphoriaIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English