Alexandra Shimer, MFT, PsyD

Dr. Alex Shimer is a bright and kind therapist. Although she has both a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology and is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, she doesn’t have one of those pompous egos. When talking to her, it is as if she knows and understands exactly how you feel. She is especially helpful with hopelessness and self-​esteem for someone who is self-​critical and/​or feels criticized. It is as if she sees the good in you when you can’t see if for yourself. She has the ability to explore how you could have done things differently without making you feel like you made a mistake or did something wrong. She doesn’t make you feel like you need to be fixed. She is insightful with various situations, relationships, and perspectives. She is a wonderful listener and does so without judgement. She has such a comforting nature. Overall Dr. Shimer is a patient, warm, and effective therapist.