Portrait of Philadelphia therapist Aleksandra Freiling, LCSW

Aleksandra Freiling, LCSW

She/Her
Serving clients in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts & Missouri
Portrait of Philadelphia therapist Aleksandra Freiling, LCSW
I Work With: Adults, Teens & Families
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University
Master’s Degree in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Certified Grief Counselor
Trainings & Certifications
Trained in EMDR Level 1 & 2
Advanced training in Substance Use Disorders
Gottman Method 1

“Life is filled with challenges, and I strive to create an empathetic, safe and empowering environment where you can begin healing.”

I believe the most important element of therapy is fostering an authentic, compassionate connection with my clients to help honor their strength and resilience. I strive to create a judgment free space to help folks process their life challenges as they work to actualize the healthiest, happiest version of themselves.

I specialize in working with individuals and couples with trauma (especially intergenerational trauma), complex family dynamics, anxiety and substance use. Using an eclectic blend of Family Systems Theory, EMDR, and Narrative Therapy, I strive to provide trauma informed care to each of my clients.I am passionate about helping my clients develop the emotional regulation skills, healthy boundaries, and self-care practices to make meaningful and sustainable changes to improve their relationships and mental health.

Utilizing years of clinical experience, I work hand in hand with my clients to help them understand how early childhood experiences shape the way we move through the world. I am thrilled to be able to use this perspective, alongside the Gottman Method, to help folks understand how those experiences are showing up in their present day relationships.

One of the most transformative tools I use is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, which can help release trapped emotions and memories that traditional talk therapy alone might not reach. I’ve witnessed remarkable breakthroughs as clients process past trauma and finally feel relief from symptoms that have haunted them for years. Life is filled with so many challenges, and I aim to create an empathetic, safe and empowering environment where you can begin healing. I look forward to meeting you!

Fun Facts

Favorite Way To Move My Body

Running! But anything outdoors; hiking, kayaking, climbing.

Perfect Saturday

A slow morning, getting outside, enjoying a book from my never ending TBR collection

Childhood Dream

Rescue all the dogs!

Greatest thing about being a therapist?

Being allowed to sit in and experience so many transformative moments with my clients.

How do you take your coffee?

I usually have coffee at home with an embarrassing amount of hazelnut creamer

Portrait of Philadelphia therapist Aleksandra Freiling, LCSW

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“I have been to many therapists for trauma work but no practice has helped me the way Therapy for Women has. This practice is based on mutual trust. Your therapist will happily share bits of their own life experiences. This always makes me feel less alone in what I am experiencing and make sessions feel so comfortable. I really think this practice is something special and I am SO happy I found it when I did.”

“Therapy for Women empowers clients to see change in themselves.

“Therapy for Women offers a fresh and modern approach to therapy which involves empowering clients to see change in themselves. They give you tools to supplement what’s talked about in session so you can go home and practice life skills. This step has been so crucial for my long-term recovery and emotional stability. The therapists genuinely care for each client. No matter why you go to Therapy for Women, these women WILL change your life. I really can’t thank them enough.”

“Therapy for Women has saved my life and then stuck with me to help me rebuild it from the bottom up.”

“In addition to individual therapy, I'm in a weekly group. I've created wonderful friendships here. It's also functioned as a safe space for me to experiment with things like stating my needs, getting vulnerable, setting boundaries, and receiving feedback from a non-therapist. Therapy for Women has saved my life and then stuck with me to help me rebuild it from the bottom up.”

“They just genuinely care about their patients.”

"I found this center when I needed it most in life. They matched me with a few therapists and first time was a charm. The center itself is very quick to act if you need anything. I see a psychiatrist within the practice as well and he too is amazing. They just genuinely care about their patients. You don’t feel like a time slot to them."

“…the very first therapist they hooked me up with was my perfect match.”

"Finding the right therapist is the hardest journey when you are already at your worst. I've tried multiple and none were working for me. But then I was told about Therapy for Women Center and the very first therapist they hooked me up with was my perfect match. We've been together coming on 2 years and she has really been amazing."

“The office has a soothing atmosphere, you immediately feel comfortable and at ease.”

"Happy to have found Therapy for Women Center. I can feel a change in my thinking and lifestyle and it is a huge difference from a year ago. So grateful! The office has a soothing atmosphere, you immediately feel comfortable and at ease."
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