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Snapdragon Counseling
Trauma-informed, collaborative health(care) support
About Me
Howdy! Thanks for stopping by - I'm glad you're here.
My name is Alex Washburn, my pronouns are they/them/theirs, and I'm an LCSW and medical social worker living and working in Denver, CO.
I've been working in the areas of public health, mental health, community advocacy, and education for over a decade, and I have a passion for supporting folks in their own journeys of personal growth and connection.
I am also a South Asian nonbinary person, community builder, chronic illness survivor, reader, woodworker, stargazer, and dog dad.
My Approach
client-centered ~ trauma-informed ~ liberatory
size and ability inclusive ~ gender-affirming ~ sex positive
As a patient-centered practitioner, I tailor each session to my clients' specific needs and concerns. Tools and frameworks that I often use include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems (parts work), Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy, supplemented by journal prompts, book recommendations, mindfulness/meditation techniques, and more.
It is my practice to follow my clients' lead in regards to whatever work they want to do. The following are my areas of expertise based on my professional experience, but not the limits of the work we can do together:
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Witnessing and unpacking experiences of health, wellness, illness, and disability
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Providing support in adjustment to new illness or injury
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Assisting in management of chronic pain, chronic illness, or other health issues by identifying strengths, challenges, and tools for coping
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Helping identify and communicate values, goals, and wishes in communicating with healthcare providers
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Providing guidance in thinking about, preparing for, and/or processing end of life and death care
I also specialize in working with LGBTQ+ folks, individuals who have experienced sexual and/or medical trauma, and individuals from other marginalized communities.
Pricing and Other Important Info
I am not in-network with any insurance companies, and my standard rate is $150 per session. If you have out-of-network benefits, I am happy to provide a written superbill to submit for reimbursement.
At this time I am only offering virtual sessions, via the secure Doxy telehealth platform. I am only able to provide services to individuals physically present in the state of Colorado.
I don't use AI. Not in making this website, not in creating treatment plans or taking notes, or anywhere else. All forms, content, resources, discussion topics, and emails are 100% created or curated by me.
If you are interested, please reach out using the form below to schedule a free 15-minute phone call.
Living in a human body can be complex and difficult, and no one should have to navigate the healthcare/medical system alone. I'd be honored to accompany and support you in your experience.
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