- Strengths-based focus
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Family concern support
About Aleksandr
Aleksandr Raynov is a licensed clinical social worker with 19 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and family concerns. He blends practical problem-solving with a strengths-based approach to help people find what already works for them and build on it.
He trained in social work at Adelphi University School of Social Work and also holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering. Before entering mental health he worked in engineering, CNC operation, IT consulting, and as a first responder in New York. That varied background gives him a practical, down-to-earth perspective on everyday pressures.
In sessions he draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Existential Therapy to address thoughts, behaviors, and the larger meaning around life changes. He aims to help people spot unhelpful thinking, try new ways of coping, and clarify what matters most to them.
He has worked across inpatient hospital units, outpatient clinics, private practice, and in clients’ homes in the community. That range of settings informs how he structures care and meets people where they are in life.
People who come for help can expect a direct but respectful approach that focuses on strengths and practical steps. Aleksandr supports those facing relationship and family strain, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, anger, and the transitions that often follow loss or big life shifts.
How Aleksandr's approaches fit online therapy
Aleksandr uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Existential Therapy in ways that translate to conversational online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors, which can be taught and practiced in session and as homework. Existential Therapy helps people look at questions of meaning, choice, and values to guide how they want to live, and this often involves reflective conversation and goal-setting.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Aleksandr will listen to your goals and try methods that match your needs. Together you can adjust pace, techniques, and priorities as progress is made or new concerns come up.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. What online work commonly offers is more flexibility to fit therapy into a busy life - it can be easier to schedule around work, avoid travel time, or keep appointments during a break. Some formats are better for practicing skills aloud, while others are useful for shorter check-ins when life gets hectic. Ask about the available session options when you set up a first appointment to find what fits your routine.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English, Spanish, Russian
Frequently asked questions
What problems does Aleksandr commonly address?
He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and anger.
What is Aleksandr's therapy style like?
His style is practical and strengths-based, using clear tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and ideas from Existential Therapy to tackle thinking patterns and life meaning.
How long has he worked in mental health?
He has 19 years of experience in the mental health field, working in settings such as inpatient units, outpatient clinics, private practice, and community home visits.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds a New York LCSW (licensed clinical social worker) credential and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, Spanish, and Russian.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with Aleksandr?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.