Aleksandra Bessent ECFMG-cert. MD, MA, LPC-Associate, NCC

(She/Her)

Accepting Clients

My medical background makes me passionate about discovering origin of the issue. I use integrative counseling approach to help my clients.

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Temple, TX
Supervised by Aimee Rhodes, LPC-S

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Services

  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

Are you trying to cope with constant worry, intrusive thoughts, sadness or anger? Would you like to improve your relationships with partner/spouse/family? Are you struggling to adjust to major life changes, such as acute or chronic disease, divorce, death of a loved person, career transition? There are times in life when we need professional help to feel better and live a more fulfilling life. I am here to help you to deal with distress, despair, get your symptoms under control and feel happier.

My Background and Approach

Coming from medical background, I am trained in psychiatry, neuroscience and behavioral science and believe in addressing the etiology of the condition. I have an experience serving individuals with OCD, autism spectrum disorder, mood disorders, various personality disorders, as well as clients experiencing grief, infidelity, stress, low self-esteem and more. I am trained in different modalities and use integrative counseling approach to personalize my client's care. I am passionate about empowering and helping my clients in accomplishing their treatment goals created collaboratively. I invite you to take a first step to your healing journey!

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe in your strength and resilience and will use my expertise to empower and help you to achieve your goals, cope with symptoms and feel happier.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Couples Counseling Gestalt Therapy

Other Techniques

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Gestalt Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Integrative Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Bipolar Personality Disorders Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Other Issues

  • Aging Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Bipolar
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Immigration/Acculturation
  • Insomnia
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Teen Issues
  • Veterans/Military Service
  • Women's Issues

Client Focus

Languages
Русский

Qualifications

License
ECFMG-cert. MD, MA, LPC-Associate, NCC, State of Texas · #89693
Supervision
Supervised by Aimee Rhodes, LPC-S
Years in practice
4 years

I offer online counseling in the following states:

I have experience with the following

  • Agnosticism
  • Atheism
  • Christianity
  • Judaism

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

616 N Main Street
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 224-5202
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 31.1031466°, -97.3391626°

At A Glance

  • Experience: 4 years of practice
  • Languages: Русский
  • Rate: $100 - 150/session

Info

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616 N Main Street
Temple, TX 76501

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