Alex Tapia, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Alex is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Alex is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Alex
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I have many years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families with trauma backgrounds along with symptoms of depression and anxiety. I believe in self-actualization and I am an advocate for personal growth. Learning more about ourselves through the development of insight on our triggers and stressors can help us take our life back, especially when feeling out of control. Throughout my individual work with clients, I take an approach to therapy that is both patient and honest in nature. I like to describe my therapeutic style as empowering, open-minded, and warm. I challenge my clients in a respectful and safe environment, with client-identified goals leading the journey.
I have had the privilege of providing therapy in community settings such as clients' homes and schools, as well as at a re-entry program. I believe that everyone deserves to be treated with respect, regardless of one's background or how one identifies. I truly enjoy being able to help others develop self-awareness and self-confidence while encouraging them to stay true to themselves.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Psychodynamic
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Alex Tapia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386167278.
- LCSW · California · 97352 · Renews October 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Alex Tapia offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Alex Tapia works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Alex Tapia speak?
Alex Tapia speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Alex Tapia have?
Alex Tapia has 5 years of experience.
Where is Alex Tapia licensed to practice?
Alex Tapia is licensed to practice in California.
Does Alex Tapia accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Alex Tapia does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Alex Tapia offer?
Alex Tapia offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Alex Tapia?
Alex Tapia can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Alex Tapia?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.