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Alexis Tyson

At a glance

Experience
9 years
Based in
Texas
Sessions
Online
Languages
English

TherapistTexas

Alexis Tyson, LMFT

A practical, collaborative LMFT for life changes

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License and NPI on record

CredentialStateNumber
LMFT California 123304
LMFT Texas 204059

NPI1588946255

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  • Focus on everyday habits
  • Short-term skills work
  • Values-driven change

About Alexis

Alexis Tyson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who helps people identify and change unhelpful patterns that get in the way of daily life. She has nine years of clinical experience and focuses on common struggles like anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. Alexis takes a collaborative approach and works with each person to set realistic goals.

Her sessions aim to make thinking and behavior clearer so people can make different choices. She uses a mix of practical strategies and listening-based work. This might include looking at thoughts and habits that cause stress, and then practicing new ways of responding.

Alexis draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other humanistic approaches to guide her work. She also incorporates emotionally-focused and narrative methods when they fit the situation. The goal is to match techniques to what a person needs right now rather than follow a single plan.

She helps with relationship issues, grief, sexuality and intimacy questions, parenting stress, and problems tied to work or life changes. Alexis also supports people facing issues related to veteran and armed forces experiences and survivors of sexual assault and abuse.

Sessions are offered in English from her Texas practice. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location and therapist availability. To begin, a person selects the Start Therapy button and completes a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Veteran and Armed Forces IssuesSexual assault and abuse

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Narrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Credentials

California, Texas

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking steps that align with those values. It helps people tolerate difficult thoughts and feelings while moving toward goals that matter to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact and teaches specific skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and habit change. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on identifying and working with emotional responses to improve how people relate to themselves and others and can help with relationship and intimacy struggles.

Finding the right approach is often a process. The therapist will work together with each person to choose or combine methods that match current needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative decision-making helps make sure sessions feel useful and focused on what matters most to the individual.

Confirm the current session options before booking, since specific online formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, including shorter check-ins or flexible scheduling. It can also reduce travel time and help maintain continuity of care when routines change. Licensed professionals adapt tools and exercises used in ACT, CBT, and EFT so they work in remote sessions and support steady progress toward identified goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Alexis commonly address?

She works with a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, bipolar disorder, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting stress, anger, self-esteem, career questions, and coping with life changes.

What is her therapeutic style like?

She uses a collaborative, practical style that combines listening with action. Sessions mix problem-solving and skill practice with space to talk through feelings and stories.

How much experience does she have?

She has nine years of clinical experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction among other concerns.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with licensure noted as TX LMFT and CA LMFT, and she practices in Texas.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Can people outside the US work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin a therapy relationship?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.

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