Last edited 02/17/2026
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWomanWhiteSpiritualLGBTQIA+Neurodivergent, Living with ADHD
Get To Know Me
What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession?
My path to becoming a therapist started with me wanting to go into the mental health field where I can talk with individuals, understand their perspective and lived experiences, and help them process and understand their thoughts and feelings. I strive to build and maintain trusting relationships with others and create a space that feels warm, compassionate, and safe, which is an important aspect of being a therapist. This led to me applying for graduate school to earn my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy with an emphasis in Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling. To complete my graduate program, I worked as a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and gained clinical experience. I always felt inspired to connect with others on a deeper level and understand their lived experiences, thought processes, feelings, and backgrounds. I feel inspired to help others by providing tools and resources that will positively impact their daily lives.
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Specialties
Specializes in
Sexuality Based IssuesADHDAutism spectrum disorderDevelopmental disordersLGBTQIA related issues
General Expertise
DepressionAnxietyRelationship IssuesSelf-EsteemRace & Cultural IdentityAbuse/Survivors of abuseAttachment issuesBody image issuesFamily issuesGender identity & transgender healthIdentity developmentLearning disabilitiesLife transitionsSexual health & dysfunctionTraumaWomen's issuesMarriage issuesCoping SkillsNeurodiversity
Treatment Approaches
Mindfulness PracticesFamily Systems TherapyInternal Family Systems TherapySomatic TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingAttachment-Based TherapySolution-Focused Brief TherapyNeurodiversity-AffirmingExistential TherapyImago Relationship TherapyMarriage and Family TherapyThe Gottman Method
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Family TherapyCouples CounselingIndividual TherapyChild Counseling
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Seniors (65+)
Languages
English
Professional Background
Licensure
Under Supervision: Alexandra Sanders, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, 155063 is practicing under the supervision of Miles Ruttinger (California, LMFT, 133402) at Nor Cal Rural Therapy.
Please, note: A clinician listed as being “clinically supervised” is completing clinical hours toward their licensure. They have one or more fully licensed clinical supervisors that often have special training. They consult with their supervisor(s) on all of their cases.
Education
Touro University Worldwide, Master of Arts, Marriage and Family Therapy with an Emphasis on Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling, 2025 — The Marriage and Family Therapy program provides academic and professional clinical training to individuals to become competent, ethical, culturally sensitive, and systems-oriented marriage and family therapists to effectively assess, diagnose, and treat a diverse population of individuals, couples, and families. This program provides its students with an increased understanding of relationships between marital and family dysfunction, serious mental and emotional disorders, including chemical dependency, substance abuse, eating disorders, and disorders of childhood and adolescence.
California State University, Sacramento, Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, 2012 — The program provides students with the ability to observe human behavior, analyze data, and collaborate with others on desired social change. The program also includes the study of crime and deviance, diversity and inequality, socialization, interaction, globalization, and social change which is designed to identify and explore the sociological perspective and develop critical thinking skills.
Work HistoryI am dedicated to creating a safe, accepting, and supportive environment in therapy. I am experienced in working with individuals, children and adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I am also experienced in working with clients who communicate, learn, process information, and think differently than their "typical" peers, which is known as neurodivergence. Neurodivergence may include attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD, autism, learning difficulties, sensory processing issues, etc. I support clients with processing their sexuality, gender identity, attachments, relationship issues, trauma, open and consensual non-monogamous relationships, trust and self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and managing stress. My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered using different techniques such as mindfulness, somatic therapy, family systems, solution-focused, behavioral therapy, and talk therapy to help clients understand their lived experiences, past and current.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Alexandra Sanders, AMFT, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Alexandra Sanders accepting new clients?
Yes, Alexandra Sanders is accepting new clients for online therapy in California.
Does Alexandra Sanders accept insurance?
No, Alexandra Sanders does not accept insurance.
What types of therapy does Alexandra Sanders offer?
Alexandra Sanders offers therapy for children, couples, families and individuals.
Does Alexandra Sanders offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in California can book Alexandra Sanders for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Alexandra Sanders offer online therapy?
Yes, Alexandra Sanders offers online therapy via video sessions to people in California.
How quickly can I see Alexandra Sanders?
Alexandra Sanders typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Alexandra Sanders speak?
Alexandra Sanders conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Alexandra Sanders online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Alexandra Sanders online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.