Alexa Harder
Registered Clinical Counsellor
- she/her/hers
- $165/session
- Virtual Sessions in select regions.
Meet Alexa
My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…
Anxiety, Panic Disorders, and OCD
Depression and low mood
Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
Perinatal/Reproductive Mental Health and Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Pregnancy loss and fertility challenges
Matrescence
People pleasing, perfectionism and setting boundaries
Attachment wounds and relationship challenges
Workplace stress
Major life transitions (work, relationships, parenthood)
Grief and loss
Substance Abuse Disorders
My clients describe me using words like…
Compassionate
Curious
Warm
Calm
Lighthearted
Expertise
Areas of Focus
Specializations
- Eating disorders
- Perinatal
- Anxiety
By category
- Anxiety
- Anxiety and Stress Management Skills
- Depression
- Understanding & Regulating Emotions
- Overwhelm
- Nervous system regulation
My clients often self-identify as…
Female
Non-binary
Parents
Pregnant-people
Survivors of sexual violence
LGBTQ2IA+
Professionals
Creatives
I’m the right therapist for you if…
You want to cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself.
You want to create a better relationship with yourself and your body.
You need a soft place to land as well as support in your perinatal or parenthood journey.
You struggle to manage anxiety, perfectionism, people pleasing or overwhelm in your day to day life.
You want to be challenged compassionately to create growth and change in your life.
You have overwhelming emotions and need help processing them.
You have a hard time setting boundaries or advocating for your needs in your relationships.
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
- Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Feminist Therapy
- Trauma-Informed
- Somatic Experiencing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Relational Therapy
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Health at Every Size (HAES)
- Narrative Therapy
- Person-Centered
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Neurobiological Approach
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
If we work together you can expect to feel…
Validated, seen, heard and held.
Like you can share anything without shame or judgement.
Regulated.
Populations Served
- Adults (18+)
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
- Initial ConsultationFree
- Individual Session$165
During your free consultation, we’ll go over…
What brings you to therapy.
What you're hoping to gain out of working together.
Helpful/unhelpful past therapy experiences.
Any questions you have about therapy and/or working together.
If we work together you can expect me to…
Meet you wherever you're at.
Walk alongside you as you process your experiences and create a life that is uniquely meaningful to you.
Be an unwavering supporter of you and your journey.
Challenge you compassionately in service of your personal growth.
Insurance & Benefits Coverage
Coverage depends on the insurance plan. Check with your insurance provider to see if your plan covers one of the listed designations.
- Registered Clinical Counsellor
For insurance purposes, this therapist’s home province is British Columbia.
Virtual Sessions
Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.
- British Columbia
- Alberta
More Info
Education
City University
Master of Counselling · 2022
Simon Fraser University
Master of Business Administration · 2017
McGill University
Bachelor of Commerce · 2012
Certifications
Postpartum Support International
Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy Certificate · 2024
Somatic Experiencing International
Intermediate Level 1 & 2 · 2023
IFS Institute
A Compassionate Approach to Addictive Processes with Internal Family Systems (Seminar) · 2022
AEDP Institute
Relational Interventions as Part of the Cure: AEDP in the treatment of eating disorders (Seminar) · 2022
AEDP Institute
Intro to Accelerated Experiential DP · 2022
Postpartum Support International
Components of Care Certificate · 2022
Somatic Experiencing International
Beginner Level 1, 2 & 3 · 2022
Languages
English
Booking FAQ
Does Alexa offer direct billing with my insurance? Or how does payment work?
First Session charges each session directly to your credit card. Once each session occurs and your card is charged, you’ll receive a PDF receipt by email with all the details you need to get reimbursed (therapist name, designation, license number, address, etc.). You can then submit the receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have coverage. We always recommend checking your coverage with your provider before booking.
How do I know if Alexa is a good fit?
You are the expert when it comes to knowing who’s the right fit. Watch the therapist’s video at the top of their profile and see whether the message and energy resonate. If you feel drawn to speak with them, listen to your gut — booking a free consultation is a great first step to assess fit.
What if I see no available times to book a session?
If the therapist is listed as accepting clients and you see no available times, it’s likely they haven’t updated their availability (sorry about that!). In this case, you can to see what times they have available.
Can I contact Alexa before booking an appointment?
If you still have questions before booking that can’t be answered during your free consultation, you can .
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