- Family dynamics
- Mood support
- English and Swedish
About Alexandra
Alexandra De Castro Basto is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 18 years of clinical experience. She focuses on practical help for people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and bipolar disorder. She aims to meet parents and adults where they are and help them take manageable steps forward.
She pays close attention to family dynamics and parenting challenges, and helps people untangle communication problems and longstanding family of origin issues. She also addresses attachment concerns, codependency, and the guilt and shame that often follow separation or divorce. Her approach is straightforward and respectful, with an emphasis on listening first and tailoring the next steps to each person.
Sessions are built around your goals and current life demands. She works with clients to build confidence, improve connections with others, and find coping tools for mood swings and anxiety. She explains options clearly and adjusts the pace based on what feels workable for each client.
Alexandra stresses compassion and sensitivity in her work. She encourages people who are nervous about starting therapy and acknowledges that taking the first step takes courage. She will collaborate with clients to create a plan that fits their circumstances and priorities.
Her background in California practice has included many family-focused concerns and mood-related conditions. She conducts sessions in both English and Swedish and brings nearly two decades of experience to the work.
Approaches that guide online family and mood work
Many of the techniques used focus on clear, practical strategies to manage mood and improve relationships. One common approach concentrates on building coping skills for anxiety and depression, teaching tools for breathing, grounding, and breaking down problems into manageable steps. This helps when day-to-day stress feels overwhelming. Another frequent focus is on improving communication and attachment patterns. That work looks at interaction habits and provides exercises to change how people ask for needs and respond to others, which can reduce family conflict and loneliness.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each client to figure out what methods fit their goals, lifestyle, and comfort level. Clients can expect regular check-ins about how the work is going and adjustments when something does not feel helpful.
The biography does not list which online session formats are offered, so confirm options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy family schedules, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people meet with a licensed professional from different locations within the same state. Ask about available formats and scheduling to find what will work with your daily routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
18+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Swedish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and self-esteem concerns, with additional focus on family issues, communication problems, and codependency.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is respectful and practical. She listens first, then tailors conversation and a treatment plan to each person's needs.
What is her professional background?
She has 18 years of professional work experience supporting clients with mood and family-related concerns.
What credentials and location does she hold?
She is a California licensed marriage and family therapist, listed as LMFT, and practices in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Swedish.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.