dr. Mari Alexander
21+ years experience

Dr.Mari Alexander

Counselor

·PhD, LPC-MHS, ACS
21+ years experience
Newton, MA, United States
$185
Accepting clients

About

I believe that every client already holds an internal GPS—their intuition, values, and lived experiences. My role is not to take the wheel, but to help you interpret the map, clarify your desired destination, and adjust your route when life detours occur. Like Siri, I offers calm, nonjudgmental guidance—never shaming you for “missing a turn” or taking a longer route. Instead, I simply “recalculates,” helping you explore alternative paths with compassion and curiosity. As a seasoned mental health professional with over 20 years of experience, I bring a deep understanding of clinical psychology and a commitment to fostering mental well-being. My approach is informed by years of creating impactful initiatives, such as trauma-informed care training, mental health support for marginalized groups, and community wellness program My clinical approach can be described as “Siri-style guidance with therapeutic wisdom.” It is a model of collaboration, navigation, and gentle redirection—meeting you exactly where you are while helping you move toward where you want to be. Specialties: I work with individuals facing symptoms often tied to relationship or family challenges. In our initial sessions, we'll take a deep look at your experiences to uncover the root causes of your struggles. Together, we'll create a personalized plan to help you feel relief quickly, while empowering you with the confidence and tools to take control of your life. Credentials & Experience: I have over 20 years of experience helping adults, older teens, families and marriages in need of mental or emotional help. I am licensed in a number of state and hold several certifications.

"We will focus on understanding and addressing the challenges you're facing in a way that brings meaningful and lasting change. Our work will center on how your emotions shape your experiences and relationships. Together, we'll develop tools to process those emotions, foster self-compassion, and create positive shifts that help you feel more balanced and in control."

I work with

Couples
Couples
Group
Group
Individual
Individual

Age groups

Adults
Adults
Teens
Teens

Photos & Media

Watch intro video

Specialties

Areas of Focus

AnxietyChronic IllnessCodependency
Coping SkillsDepressionDivorceFamily ConflictGriefInfertilityInfidelityLife CoachingLife TransitionsMarital and PremaritalObesityPeer RelationshipsRacial IdentityRelationship IssuesSelf-HarmingSexual AbuseSleep or InsomniaSpiritualitySports PerformanceStressWomen's Issues

Therapeutic Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Integrative
Coaching
Supervision Services
Eclectic
Family / Marital
Multicultural
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Psychodynamic

Services & Pricing

Free Consultation

15 min · Online

Free

Individual Therapy

50 min · Online

$185

Sliding scale available.

Couples Therapy

50 min · Online

$185

Sliding scale available.

Qualifications

CALM AT HOME

Verified by Calm at Home

Licensed · PhD, LPC-MHS, ACS

Mari Alexander · Verified March 2026

Education and Years in Practice

Attended Trevecca Nazarene University, PhD in

Insurance & Policies

Does not accept insurance

I am an out of network provider for a number of insurance plans but I will provide a superbill and help with reimbursement from your insurance company. I also have payment plans, sliding scale based on income, and concierge packages.

Payment Methods

ACH Transfer
Amex
Apple Cash
Check
Discover
HSA
Mastercard
PayPal
Venmo
Visa
Wire
Zelle

Location

Primary

Primary Office

Newton, MA, 02461

United States

View on map

Secondary Office

Baltimore, MD, 21201

United States

View on map
UTC (UTC)

Client Reviews

No reviews yet

Be the first to share your experience

Write a Review

5/5

Minimum 10 characters

Your review helps others

My Practice at a Glance

Available for online sessions

Newton, MA, 02461 map

"

We will focus on understanding and addressing the challenges you're facing in a way that brings meaningful and lasting change. Our work will center on how your emotions shape your experiences and relationships. Together, we'll develop tools to process those emotions, foster self-compassion, and create positive shifts that help you feel more balanced and in control.

I see couples, group and individual
$185 Per Session
Does not accept insurance

Not sure where to start?

Take a free, clinically-backed mental health assessment to better understand your symptoms.

Take Free Assessment

Not quite ready to book?

Take our scientifically-backed mental health assessments. Gain clarity on your symptoms, understand your well-being, and share the results with your therapist when you're ready.

  • Clinically Validated

    Based on standard psychological tests

  • Quick & Private

    Takes only 3-5 minutes to complete

  • Detailed Insights

    Get a comprehensive results report

  • Easy to Share

    Bring results to your first session