Alexandra Ainge Cottle, LCMHC, LPC
Compassionate counselor for adolescents and families
- Adolescents and families
- Integrative therapy approach
- Experienced presenter and trainer
About Alexandra Ainge Cottle
Alexandra Ainge Cottle is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Jordan, Utah. Her credentials indicate formal licensure to provide professional mental health counseling. She specializes in individual and family therapy and brings a strong focus on working with adolescents and their families.
She earned a Master of Science in Educational Psychology from the University of Utah, concentrating her studies on cognitive behavioral and multicultural counseling. Alexandra began her career as a counselor in the school system and has since built a private practice where she has worked with hundreds of individuals, couples, and families to address conflict and mental health challenges. Her community involvement has included volunteer work in schools, homeless shelters, and a variety of religious and civic organizations.
Alexandra uses an integrative clinical approach, drawing from cognitive behavioral methods, rational emotive behavior therapy, and family systems theory to develop treatment plans tailored to each person's needs. She emphasizes a therapeutic environment characterized by compassion, empathy, understanding, and a sense of humor. In addition to clinical work, Alexandra has presented and trained groups on topics such as effective parenting, self-esteem, anger management, marriage, sex education, self-harm, and grief.
She values relationships with friends and family and speaks from lived experience, having faced trauma, loss, and change personally. Alexandra continues to engage in her own growth as she supports others on their paths toward greater well-being.
She earned a Master of Science in Educational Psychology from the University of Utah, concentrating her studies on cognitive behavioral and multicultural counseling. Alexandra began her career as a counselor in the school system and has since built a private practice where she has worked with hundreds of individuals, couples, and families to address conflict and mental health challenges. Her community involvement has included volunteer work in schools, homeless shelters, and a variety of religious and civic organizations.
Alexandra uses an integrative clinical approach, drawing from cognitive behavioral methods, rational emotive behavior therapy, and family systems theory to develop treatment plans tailored to each person's needs. She emphasizes a therapeutic environment characterized by compassion, empathy, understanding, and a sense of humor. In addition to clinical work, Alexandra has presented and trained groups on topics such as effective parenting, self-esteem, anger management, marriage, sex education, self-harm, and grief.
She values relationships with friends and family and speaks from lived experience, having faced trauma, loss, and change personally. Alexandra continues to engage in her own growth as she supports others on their paths toward greater well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Alexandra Ainge Cottle have?
Alexandra Ainge Cottle has 12 years of experience.
Is Alexandra Ainge Cottle a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCMHC and LPC. License details are UT LCMHC 10997254-6004 and OR LPC C4276.
In which languages does Alexandra Ainge Cottle provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Alexandra Ainge Cottle located?
She is located in Utah.
How can I work with Alexandra Ainge Cottle as my therapist?
You can work with Alexandra Ainge Cottle through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Alexandra Ainge Cottle work with international clients?
Yes, Alexandra Ainge Cottle works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Alexandra Ainge Cottle 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Alexandra integrates several evidence-informed approaches in her work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility by learning practical skills for accepting difficult thoughts and committing to meaningful action - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships, exploring how early bonds influence current connection and emotional regulation - it is often helpful for relationship concerns, intimacy-related issues, and family dynamics. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it effective for depression, anxiety, and many everyday coping challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Alexandra works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions and adjusts strategies over time based on what proves most helpful.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and connect with licensed professionals from a distance while preserving the therapeutic relationship and ongoing support.
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