- Anger management
- Trauma processing
- Existential focus
About Alexander
Rev. Alexander Yoo is a licensed marriage and family therapist - California LMFT - with 26 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing anger, grief, trauma, anxiety, relationship strain, addiction, and life changes. Sessions are practical and direct, with an emphasis on clarity and forward movement.
Yoo describes his style as change-oriented with a focus on meaning and the big questions of life. He offers a mix of listening and direct feedback, depending on what a person needs in the moment. He also draws on spiritual and philosophical perspectives when those are relevant to the client.
His background includes training in psychotherapy and ordained ministry. He holds a Master of Divinity (MDiv) and a Master of Arts, and he has worked as a hospice chaplain. Those roles shape how he talks about loss, endings, and purpose during hard transitions.
Therapeutic methods he uses include existential work that looks at values and choice, Jungian ideas about symbols and personal meaning, mindfulness practices to manage strong feelings, EMDR for processing traumatic memories, and motivational interviewing to support change. He mixes approaches to match what is most useful for each person.
People who come to him often want clear guidance on handling temper, resentment, or recurring conflict. He aims to create straightforward conversations about behavior, emotions, and next steps. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session to see how the approach fits.
How his approaches translate to online work
Existential Therapy helps people look at values, choices, and meaning. It often involves discussing what matters most and how decisions shape daily behavior. EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a method used to work with traumatic memories so they feel less overwhelming and intrusive. Jungian Therapy pays attention to symbols, dreams, and personal narratives to uncover patterns that affect emotions and relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He discusses options with each person and combines methods based on goals, symptoms, and preferences. That collaborative process helps decide whether to focus on meaning, trauma processing, mindfulness, or change-oriented coaching at a given time.
Confirm the current session options before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Online work can make it easier to schedule short check-ins, fit sessions into a workday, or avoid commuting. It can also allow the therapist to use guided mindfulness exercises and trauma processing while you participate from wherever you are located in California. He will talk through practical scheduling and format details when you set up the first appointment.
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Experience
26+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to anger?
He works with anger alongside related issues such as relationship conflict, grief, trauma, stress, addiction, and self-esteem.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a change-oriented, meaning-focused approach that mixes listening with direct feedback depending on client needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has 26 years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of concerns including anger and trauma.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a California LMFT and practices from California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost depend on?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start a session with him?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.