Alexander Gilburd, LMFT
he/him
My Focus Areas
My Therapy Style
I work alongside all my clients, collaboratively, developing goals that matter to them. I have an extensive background in community mental health and have helped individuals cope with symptoms related to their chronic mental illness, substance use disorders, anxiety and depression. I also have years of experience working with Autistic children and young adults. In addition, I absolutely love helping couples and families work on improving their communication! I work on fostering a special bond between myself and each client, taking a client-centered approach that respects the unique experiences that every individual brings.
My Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Couples [Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (ICBT)], Couples [The Gottman Method], Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP), Harm Reduction, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Prolonged Exposure, Psychodynamic, Relational, Solution-focused, Strengths-based
Education & Training
MA - Clinical Psychology, Pepperdine Graduate School of Education and Psychology
Get to Know Me
Why did you become a mental health professional?
I became a therapist in part due to having overcome some of my own struggles, so I wanted to help other people overcome theirs!
What are your interests outside of work?
I enjoy going to concerts and exercising when I have time. When I have the time energy, I love writing some of my own music!
What is one thing you do daily that supports your well-being?
I try to exercise a little every day, as well maintaining a good work-life balance.
What book have you read more than once?
I have read 1984 several times. It always amazes me how much our society is beginning to look like the one described in the book!
Favorite organization/non-profit?
I think it depends on who you ask, but I'm a huge fan of the ACLU. I think, now more than ever, we need to stand up for our civil liberties.
