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Vicki Alexander Hess

LCSW

Vicki Alexander Hess , LCSW

Therapist in California

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About Vicki

Vicki Alexander Hess is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with five years of professional experience. She works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, LGBTQ+ related concerns, trauma and abuse, and offers executive and professional coaching to support career-focused goals. Vicki approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a space where clients can explore difficult emotions and practical challenges.

She individualizes dialogue and treatment plans to reflect each client's distinct needs, preferences, and life circumstances, blending practical strategies with empathetic listening. Vicki encourages and supports clients through the often courageous step of beginning therapy, acknowledging the strength it takes to seek help and partnering with them to set achievable goals and measurable progress. Her practice emphasizes tailored care that aims to help clients manage symptoms, build resilience, and move toward meaningful change.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. It is practical and goal-oriented, often used for stress, anxiety, and mood concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-focused awareness and stress-reduction skills, supporting clients who struggle with overwhelming emotions, rumination, or difficulty sleeping. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversation style that helps clients resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, which can be useful for addictions, career shifts, or behavior change goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Vicki works with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. This process is collaborative - the therapist and client explore options, adjust strategies, and track progress together.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from a convenient location. Many clients find that remote work supports consistent engagement and steady progress toward their goals.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Vicki Alexander Hess have?

Vicki Alexander Hess has 5 years of professional experience.

Is Vicki Alexander Hess a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are CA LCSW 82877.

In which languages does Vicki Alexander Hess provide therapy?

Vicki Alexander Hess provides therapy in English.

Where is Vicki Alexander Hess located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Vicki Alexander Hess as my therapist?

You can work with Vicki Alexander Hess through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Vicki Alexander Hess work with international clients?

Vicki Alexander Hess does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Vicki Alexander Hess cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseCoachingCompassion fatigue

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English

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