Alex Ginsberg

Drama takes center stage in Alex Ginsberg's innovative approach to healing and personal growth. As a Resident in Counseling with a Masters in Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco, Alex specializes in Drama Therapy, bringing a creative and dynamic dimension to her therapeutic practice.

Alex's commitment to helping adults heal from broken relationships and emotional hurt is at the core of her work. With over a decade of experience, she has honed her skills in supporting adults, youth, and families as they navigate trauma, addiction, and life-altering changes. Her approach is both versatile and client-centered, seamlessly blending talk therapy, creative arts, and coaching to meet each individual's unique needs.

Recognizing the power of mind-body connection, Alex incorporates mindfulness and meditation techniques into her practice, providing clients with practical tools for their healing journey. Her expertise in drama therapy techniques is particularly noteworthy, offering clients innovative ways to process difficulties that often defy verbal expression, always with a deep respect for each person's comfort level.

Alex's work extends beyond individual therapy. She has a particular affinity for helping youth develop healthy interpersonal skills and effective stress management strategies. Her collaborative approach involves working not only with children and teens but also with parents, offering strategies to enhance parenting skills and foster healthier family dynamics.

Her contributions to the field of drama therapy have been recognized at conferences in New York City, San Francisco, and Portland, where she has presented on her work with preschool-aged children and youth struggling with severe depression and eating disorders. Alex's impact in the community is further evidenced by her successful implementation of a drama therapy program in 16 classrooms at the Weinstein JCC Preschool, focusing on healthy interpersonal social skills and leading parent forums on child development and play.

In addition to her clinical work, Alex actively partners with local agencies and arts organizations, including the Visual Arts Center of Richmond, SPARC, United Methodist Family Services (UMFS), and the New YCAPP, Inc., to create and implement creative arts therapy-based programming for youth. This multifaceted approach underscores her commitment to making a broad and lasting impact in her community through the power of creative therapeutic interventions.