About
She creates a safe, judgment-free space where clients can feel heard, develop practical tools, and build confidence to live authentically. Alexis works with adults, teens, and children, helping them manage anxiety and chronic stress. She has extensive experience supporting college students and young adults through the transition to adulthood, addressing issues such as choosing a major or career path, navigating breakups and shifting friendships, and building authentic self-esteem. Alexis also provides specialized support for building healthy boundaries, challenging negative self-talk, and recognizing when clients are sacrificing their own needs to keep others comfortable. Her approach is warm, relatable, and practical, making therapy feel less intimidating for children and more validating for women. Alexis collaborates with clients to identify patterns, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and create real strategies for change.
Insurance & payment
Alexis Desai accepts BlueCross and BlueShield, CareFirst, Cigna, and Evernorth insurance plans.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Individual Therapy
Alexis works with clients one-on-one to address anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
Couples Therapy
Alexis provides therapy for couples to work through relationship issues and build stronger connections.
Family Therapy
Alexis works with families to address parent-child relationship issues and build healthier relationships.
Sibling Therapy
Alexis provides therapy for siblings to work through relationship issues and build stronger bonds.
Therapy for Caregivers
Alexis offers therapy for caregivers to address stress, anxiety, and burnout.