Alex Lippincott, LPC

Turns out it’s tough to write about a therapeutic style without slipping into tired cliches and self-help section platitudes. With that said, here is my sincere attempt at describing how I approach this work that I love so much:

There is a fundamental mismatch between the demands of the modern world around us, and the equipment that we have to navigate it all (the thinking mind & the feeling body). You are right to  want connection, purpose, authenticity, and safety. But life and its inevitable wounds—things like trauma, loss, shame, chronic stress & overwhelm—can pull you out of alignment and alone. You cope with this pain using some strategies that work well, and others that leave you feeling more disconnected. Good therapy can help you compost this struggle and grow a more beautiful, resilient, and congruent life.

Anyone willing to be vulnerable enough to evolve is worthy of great respect in my opinion. My role is to support folks in healing from life’s wounds so they can lead better lives and inspire the same courage in others. Fundamentally, I believe that his is how we heal: together. If you feel stuck, out of control, disconnected, or hopeless, please know that there are paths to feeling whole. Whether we end up working together or not, my wish for you on a human level is that you nourish that ember of hope, however small it might be right now. If you are interested in learning more about my therapeutic approach, please keep reading below. If you would like to connect, please don’t hesitate to reach out for a free consultation.

My Approach

I graduated from the University of Colorado Denver with my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Since then I have received specialized training in ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR Therapy. I have invested in learning these tools because they work; They are considered gold standards for treating trauma and related concerns such as anxiety, depression, panic, etc. 

I utilize these modalities as well as Person-Centered, Solution focused, and Existential approaches to help remove the barriers between you and the life that you deserve. I work with adult clients as well as young adults (teens) trying to figure out just how and who to be in this strange world of ours. I am also committed to intersectional cultural competence; LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals fighting the good fight—you deserve support and Ember Wellness Services welcomes you. 

On a personal note…

Many people share the frustration of trying to find the right therapist. This search can be draining on your time, money, and willpower. For this reason I want to name a few of my own core values as a therapist for your information, with the intention of supporting your search for the right fit:

1)    Be a real human. Connection heals, and my mission is to provide gritty, authentic healing for the modern world.

2)    Helping is sacred. I have (and continue to) put in the work to build an evidenced-based clinical toolset and take the privilege of helping others through therapy very seriously.

3)    Never pass up a good opportunity to laugh. At its very best, good therapy can allow you to compost your suffering and grow a beautiful life in these rich soils. Tears can be an important part of this process, but so can laughter.

Specialties:

  • Trauma

  • Attachment Concerns

  • Men’s Issues

  • Navigating Toxic or Abusive Relationships

  • Life Transitions, Transition to Adulthood

  • ADHD Related Concerns

  • Grief & Loss

  • Depression & Anxiety

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