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Alexander Heil, LICSW

Minnesota LICSW supporting stress and LGBTQ+ concerns
  • Stress and anxiety
  • LGBTQ+ affirming care
  • Support for life changes

About Alexander Heil

Alexander Heil is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) licensed in Minnesota with five years of professional experience supporting people through periods of stress, anxiety, and life transition. He works with individuals facing LGBTQ+ related concerns, challenges with motivation, and struggles around self-esteem and confidence, offering practical tools alongside empathetic guidance. Alexander aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared and explored so clients can better understand what they want and how to move toward it.

He emphasizes collaboration, meeting each person where they are and tailoring sessions to present needs and goals. Seeking change often requires courage, and Alexander focuses on supporting and empowering clients as they take initial and ongoing steps toward greater well-being. His approach centers on listening carefully, validating experience, and helping people build skills to navigate stressors and transitions more effectively.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisNarcissismSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Alexander Heil have?

Alexander Heil has 5 years of professional experience.

Is Alexander Heil a licensed therapist?

Yes, holds these credentials: LICSW. License details: MN LICSW 29040.

In which languages does Alexander Heil provide therapy?

Alexander Heil provides therapy in English.

Where is Alexander Heil located?

Alexander Heil is located in Minnesota.

How can I work with Alexander Heil as my therapist?

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

Does Alexander Heil work with international clients?

Alexander Heil does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alexander Heil 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.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy



Alexander Heil works from a client-centered approach that prioritizes the individual’s experience, offering empathic listening and collaborative goal setting to help people feel heard and understood. This approach is often helpful for concerns like self-esteem, motivation, and navigating life changes because it places the client’s perspective at the center of care.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT can provide concrete skills for managing stress and anxiety and for building more effective coping strategies.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques are employed when emotion regulation, distress tolerance, or interpersonal effectiveness skills are needed. DBT offers practical tools to manage intense emotions and improve communication in relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process, and Alexander will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they will adjust strategies over time based on what is most helpful.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier for people to access consistent support from licensed professionals without traveling, helping therapy fit into busy or changing lives.

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