Alexandra Mason-Ceaser , LCSW, CSW

Alexandra Mason-Ceaser is a licensed clinical social worker who holds a master’s degree from The University of Illinois at Chicago. She brings seven years of hands-on experience in social work, supporting a wide range of people across different life stages and circumstances. Alexandra holds the credentials LCSW and CSW - LCSW means Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CSW indicates Clinical Social Worker - reflecting her clinical training and professional qualifications.

Her practice has focused on serving pregnant and parenting young adults, homeless youth and young adults, and members of the LGBTQIA community at all stages of life. Alexandra’s clinical strengths include cognitive-behavioral therapy, anger management, and mindfulness-based approaches, which she draws on to help clients manage symptoms and develop practical coping strategies.

She has provided treatment for conditions ranging from mild to major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and impulse control disorders. Psychoeducation has been a major component of her work, and she has led anger management courses, parenting classes, and social skills training to help people build lasting skills.

Known for a research-oriented mindset, Alexandra pursues answers and resources when questions arise during care. She looks forward to forming a collaborative therapeutic relationship and supporting individuals as they move forward on their mental wellness journey.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Alexandra uses evidence-informed methods to help clients address symptoms and build skills. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges. Mindfulness Therapy centers on present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance, teaching techniques to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation for issues like anxiety, anger, and coping with change. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist supports clients in finding their own solutions and clarifying personal goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Alexandra works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for busy lives. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can access regular support from licensed professionals without the need for travel, making it easier to maintain consistency in care and to incorporate therapy into daily routines.