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Alexandra Pajak

Alexandra Pajak, LCSW

Therapist in Georgia

Supportive, direct therapy for everyday struggles

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  • Practical skills
  • Emotion regulation
  • Thought work

About Alexandra

Alexandra Pajak is a licensed clinical social worker with 13 years of experience helping people through hard times. She describes her style as supportive and direct. She uses practical skills to help clients handle everyday struggles and strong emotions.

She works with people facing anxiety, depression, grief, and issues with substance use. She also helps with eating concerns, relationship pain, and stress that comes from life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment concerns, body image, ADHD, and challenges related to intimacy and communication.

Her main tools are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which teaches emotion regulation and coping skills. She also draws on Jungian ideas and mindfulness to help people notice patterns and build calmer responses.

Sessions tend to be straightforward and skills-focused. Clients can expect clear feedback, practical exercises, and work they can use between meetings. The aim is to make coping feel more manageable and immediate.

Alexandra earned graduate degrees from the University of Georgia and Georgia Tech and holds an LCSW. She practices in Georgia and provides therapy in English. To begin, people choose the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to schedule with her.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Alexandra uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in ways that fit well with online sessions. CBT involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying new behavior patterns to shift mood and functioning; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and many everyday problems. DBT focuses on building emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills so people can handle strong feelings and relationship stress more effectively.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. She will talk with each person about goals, what has helped before, and what feels manageable now. Together they decide which strategies to try and adjust them as progress is made.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking. Many people appreciate online work because it can fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, and let them keep therapy consistent during life transitions. Online sessions can make it easier to practice skills between meetings and to share worksheets or exercises in real time. Licensed professionals can help tailor session length and pacing to match your routine and needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?

She helps people with anxiety, depression, grief, and substance use issues as well as eating and sleep concerns. Other areas include relationship struggles, parenting stress, ADHD, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her approach is supportive and direct. Sessions often focus on practical skills, clear feedback, and exercises to try between meetings.

What is her background and experience?

She has 13 years of clinical experience and graduate degrees from the University of Georgia and Georgia Tech. Her work has included grief counseling, personality concerns, and substance use.

Which credentials and location apply to this clinician?

She holds an LCSW and practices in Georgia. Those are the credential and regional details listed for her profile.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients supported?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the matching and scheduling process.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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