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Biography
Alesha Caldwell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 1–2 years of clinical experience supporting adolescents and adults through a wide range of mental health challenges. She works with individuals navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and life transitions, with additional experience in substance use and career-related stress. Dr. Caldwell earned her Master of Social Work from the College of Staten Island and brings a diverse background across hospitals, emergency rooms, outpatient centers, and private practice settings.
Dr. Caldwell takes a client-centered, culturally responsive approach, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients build emotional regulation skills and challenge unhelpful thought patterns. Her style is supportive, empowering, and focused on helping individuals take manageable steps toward meaningful change. She emphasizes resilience, self-awareness, and practical strategies that clients can apply in their daily lives. Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Caldwell enjoys listening to music and spending time with her family
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