Alexandra Faure, MA, LCPC
One goal of my therapeutic work is for clients to experience “légèreté,” to feel lighter. I provide a warm, compassionate and non-judgmental space where clients can feel comfortable expressing themselves. I believe people inherently know what they need, yet, for good reasons, they may not be in touch with it. Part of the work I do in therapy is helping people come back to a place of knowing what they need, and to be more in touch with their authentic selves. We’ll know we’re on the right path when there’s a sense of clarity; when clients find the language to say what they need and want.
I work from a cognitive-behavioral and relational approach. I believe that what we think and do affects the way we feel, so I take the time to explore and understand the inner thoughts and experiences of each client. Through exploring their thoughts, feelings and motivations I help my clients gain insight into what drives their behaviors and where they can take action to live how they want.
In my work with couples, I also include an emotionally-focused approach to help rekindle the physical and emotional bond between partners. By focusing on communication skills and emotional regulation, I work with couples to identify and share their emotional needs to each other. I also provide pre-marital work to help couples maintain a strong foundation for a solid marriage.
I am passionate about holding space for accepting all the complex feelings humans are capable of, all the parts that show up, without judgement. I practice radical acceptance. It means I have a deep capacity for accepting the human condition, which includes the full spectrum of emotion from guilt to gladness and from shame to pleasure. If we can explore in a nonjudgmental approach then we can work on changing it.
Change is a gradual process. We have to unpack the harder, maybe even unspoken things, in order to move through patterns that no longer serve us. I see setbacks as opportunities to learn. Moments that are often seen as “regressions” are actually signs of a deeper understanding or a hidden need. My goal is to be present with clients as they unpack the wisdom of their setbacks.
In 2020, I received my Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University in Chicago. I work with adults of all ages in either an individual or couples capacity. As a French native, I am happy to provide counseling in either French or English.