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Biography
Alexis Flen is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 2–4 years of experience supporting adults through a wide range of mental health challenges. She works with individuals navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions, and has experience across university settings, community programs, group homes, and outpatient care. Alexis earned her Master of Education in Professional Counseling and brings a well-rounded perspective to her clinical work.
Alexis takes a client-centered, collaborative approach grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns, build emotional regulation skills, and develop practical strategies for growth. Her style is empathetic, supportive, and culturally responsive, creating a space where clients feel heard and empowered to work toward meaningful change. She focuses on helping individuals set clear, achievable goals that support overall well-being. Outside of her clinical work, Alexis enjoys spending time with family and friends, trying new restaurants, watching TV shows, and playing golf.
Brightside offerings
Therapy
Clinical Focus Areas
ADHDAbandonmentAlcohol Use DisorderAnger ManagementAnxiety DisordersBehavioral IssuesCareer CounselingDepressionDivorceEducation and Learning DisabilitiesGrief & LossGroupsInfidelityObesity / Weight LossParentingPostpartumPregnancyPrenatalPsychosisRacial IdentityRelationship IssuesSelf EsteemSelf-HarmingSleep or InsomniaStressSuicidal IdeationTrauma and PTSDVeteransWomen's Issues
Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Family Systems TherapyPositive PsychologyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy (SFT)
Languages
English
Identity
FemaleShe/Her/Hers
Culture & faith
African AmericanBicultural / Multicultural PeopleCaribbean CulturesChristianityDiasporic or Black CultureNorthern European Cultures
Community & allyship
BIPOCImmigrantsLGBTQ+Men's Mental HealthPeople with DisabilitiesSingle MothersSurvivors of Trauma and AbuseVeteransWomen
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