Who am I?

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Alana Meixner, LCSW

Lic # 95737

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families

I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Family and Human Services from the University of Oregon, my Master’s degree in Social Work from Columbia University, and a postgraduate certificate in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City. My clinical training and professional background allow me to work thoughtfully with both complex emotional issues and everyday stressors.

For 15 years, I practiced in New York City in a variety of clinical and leadership roles. I served as Program Director for adolescent residential treatment programs, worked as a therapist within foster care agencies, and provided counseling services through the New York County District Attorney’s Office, supporting individuals and families impacted by violence and trauma. These experiences shaped my ability to work effectively with high-stress situations, trauma, and family systems. I also maintained a part-time psychotherapy private practice while working full-time.

In 2020, I relocated to the Los Angeles area and now offer both in-person and virtual therapy from my private psychotherapy practice in Redondo Beach. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, work-related stress, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and family conflict. My approach is practical, strengths-based, and tailored to each client’s unique needs.

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Specializations

Work Stress, Anxiety and Burnout

  • Frequently feeling overwhelmed at work and wanting to quit

  • Having difficulty with managers and/or colleagues

  • Constantly feeling like you’re underperforming

  • Struggling with adjusting a new role or new job

Parenting skills and coaching

  • Constant frustration with your child/children’s behavior

  • Feeling like you’re not a good parent

  • Comparing yourself or your children to others

  • Not knowing how to communicate effectively

Partners of those with ADHD

  • Ongoing Anger and frustration with your partner

  • Frequently feeling like nothing is ever going to change

  • The same fights/arguments over and over again

  • Feeling like you’re the only responsible one

Infertility and pregnancy loss

  • Experiencing multiple rounds of unsuccessful fertility treatments

  • One or more pregnancy losses

  • Pregnancy or post-partum related anxiety or depression after successful fertility treatment

  • Feelings of inadequacy

ADHD and Executive Functioning Coaching

  • Difficulty with starting or completing tasks in their entirety

  • Misplacing items and always being late

  • Missing appointments and deadlines

  • Anxiety and panic

FAQs

  • What is your therapeutic approach?

    My approach to therapy is built entirely around you. I utilize a flexible, eclectic approach, carefully blending various evidence-based techniques to create a treatment plan that feels right for your unique situation and goals. We are partners in this journey, working collaboratively to navigate challenges. My clinical skillset includes (but are not limited to) like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, trauma-informed care, parent coaching, and play therapy.

  • How long will will sessions last?

    • 45-50 minutes per session individual sessions

    • Up to 60 minutes for family or couples sessions

  • How much will this cost?

    • Individual Therapy for Adults and Adolescents ages 15+ and Adults: $275

    • Individual Therapy for Children Under 15: $300

    • Family or Couples Therapy: $350

    NOTE: I do not take insurance directly. However, if your plan includes out-of-network benefits, I can provide you with a “superbill” to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

    **Psychotherapy services are FSA Eligible.

Get in Touch

Send me a message to set up an appointment.

I offer free 15 minute consultation calls