Thank y’all for all your help!
Alesha Thomas, LICSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Alesha is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Alesha. View 5 reviews
- Great news, Alesha is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Alabama
Recent reviews
Alesha is so encouraging! She has helped me get through some tough times! She reminds me of my strengths and helps me see how bright my future is ahead of me! I look forward to our sessions and feel confident that I will get better and live a healthier life thanks to her support and compassion!
More about Alesha
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- LICSW
Hello, my name is Alesha Thomas, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Alabama. I have teaching
experience of 10 years. My objective is to earn your trust within a positive atmosphere while focusing on
concerns to build a better you. As a client, your sessions will be confidential, and you will receive
effective counseling sessions that will help you to live your best life.
I’m a believer that it is never to late to reach a goal. Courage is needed for change. My specialties are
depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and persons dealing with trauma.
Sessions are provided using traditional approaches ;however, various therapeutic methods can be
implemented to assist with situations or difficult life transitions. Let’s be courageous and create the
change needed to help you see your best self.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Depression
LGBT Issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self-esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Body image
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Alesha Thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538795851.
- LICSW · Alabama · 4999C · Renews March 2028
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Alesha Thomas
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Thank y’all for all your help!
Alesha is so encouraging! She has helped me get through some tough times! She reminds me of my strengths and helps me see how bright my future is ahead of me! I look forward to our sessions and feel confident that I will get better and live a healthier life thanks to her support and compassion!
I have been talking with Alesha Thomas for a few weeks now she is top notch in what she does.
Alesha helped me through my issue of comparing myself and my life to others. I always felt like I was talking to someone I knew. She made me feel comfortable to open up and share my issues.
Ms Thomas is a great therapist, she listens and try’s her best to give you immediate and long term results.
Frequently asked questions
Does Alesha Thomas offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Alesha Thomas 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 Alesha Thomas speak?
Alesha Thomas speaks English.
How many years of experience does Alesha Thomas have?
Alesha Thomas has 4 years of experience.
Where is Alesha Thomas licensed to practice?
Alesha Thomas is licensed to practice in Alabama.
Does Alesha Thomas accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Alesha Thomas accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Alesha Thomas accept insurance?
Yes, Alesha Thomas accepts Cigna.
Does Alesha Thomas accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Alesha Thomas 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 BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Alesha Thomas offer?
Alesha Thomas offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Alesha Thomas?
Alesha Thomas 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 Alesha Thomas?
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