Lois Alexander, LMSW, ACSW, CAADC	Last Updated: 05/01/2012

Licensed Master Social Worker

My patients recognize me for bringing compassion and understanding to my work with them. Relationships, divorce, anxiety, addictions and depression are areas of my expertise. My style helps you to have a better self-understanding and focuses on your strengths as I guide you on your journey toward wholeness. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and groups.

My past experience in working in schools, the court system, and as the director of Good News Community, a support group for those going through divorce and loss of relationships, adds awareness and insight as I work with clients.

My seminars are highly praised, and I am known as a vibrant presenter. I will work with groups and agencies to develop a program that suits your needs. Individuals who attend my seminars leave knowing that their life has been enriched.


Office and Contact Information

Lois Alexander, LMSW, ACSW, CAADC 2025 East Beltline SE Suite 204 Grand Rapids, MI 49546	Phone: (616) 942-1904 Fax: (616) 942-1904 Free Phone Consultation: Click Here Email: Click Here Website: lois-alexander-lmsw.blogspot.com/ Contact: Lois Alexander

Gender: Female

Office Hours:

Monday: By appointment
Tuesday: By appointment
Wednesday: By appointment
Thursday: By appointment
Friday: By appointment
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: N/A

Response Time to Call:

Weekdays: 1 Day
Weekends: 1 Day

Accessibility:

Are Accessible by Wheelchair

Are Near Public Transportation

Have Emergency Appointments Available

Offer Evening Office Hours

Offer Weekend Office Hours


Qualifications

Years of Experience: 40

Licensing:

MI - LMSW [6801001523]

Degrees:

MSW

Credentials and Certifications:

Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW)

Addictions Specialist, Certified

Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC)

Certified Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counselor (CADAC)


Fees and Payment Options

Individual: $90
Group: $45
Family: N/A

Sliding Scale: Yes

Free Services:

Brief Phone Consultation


Problems Served (focus areas are bold)

Addictions/Other (gambling, sex, etc.)	Depression	Life Transitions
Addictions/Substance	Domestic Violence	Obsessive/Compulsive Disorder
Aging	Education/Personal Development	Physical Illness/Impairment
Anxiety/Panic Disorders	Grief/Loss	Stress
Behavioral Problems	Interpersonal Relationships	Women's Issues
Couple or Marital Issues


Populations Served (focus areas are bold)

Age Groups:

Adolescents (13-17)	Seniors (60 +)	Young Adults (18-25)
Adults (26-59)

Specific Populations:

ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics)	Children of Divorce	Obese or Overweight
Caregivers	College Students	Offenders/Perpetrators


Treatment Methods and Approaches (focus areas are bold)

Theoretical Approach:

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)

Methods Used:

Couple/Marital	Group	Supervision/Consultation
Educational or Psycho-Educational	Individual


Religious and Multi-cultural Experience (focus areas are bold)

Multi-cultural Experience:

African-American


Professional Associations

National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

Groups


Free Yourself from Sabotaging Relationships

No description provided. Please see contact information below.

Group Focus:

Interpersonal Relationships
Education/Personal Development

Group Status:
Group Type:

Forming
Educational

Member Age:

Adults (26-59)
Seniors (60 +)

Member Gender:

Any

Location:	Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Phone:	(616) 942-1904


Meeting Time:	Evening


Alternative to Economic Crime and Shoplifting Group

Both five week and ten week groups are offered. Therapist has 25 years of experience in working with shoplifters. Individual counseling is also offered to deal with this issue.

Group Focus:

Addictions - Other Types

Group Status:
Group Type:

Active
Educational

Member Age:

Adolescents (13-17)
Young Adults (18-25)
Adults (26-59)
Seniors (60 +)

Member Gender:

Any

Location:	Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Phone:	(616) 942-1904

Meeting Day:	Tuesday
Meeting Time:	Evening
Meeting Frequency:	Weekly


Successfully Single

This is an educational/experiential group focusing on healthy living. Participants learn to embrace being single while learning skills to develop healthy relationships. Call for more information on this group.

Group Focus:

Interpersonal Relationships

Group Status:
Group Type:

Forming
Educational

Member Age:

Adults (26-59)
Seniors (60 +)

Member Gender:

Any

Location:	Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Phone:	(616) 942-1904


Meeting Time:	Evening


Ongoing Psychotherapy Group Facilitated with a Co-Therapist

No description provided. Please see contact information below.

Group Focus:

Interpersonal Relationships

Group Status:
Group Type:

Active
Therapy

Member Age:

Adults (26-59)
Seniors (60 +)

Member Gender:

Any

Location:	Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Phone:	(616) 942-1904


Meeting Time:	Evening


Healhty Dating

This five week psycho-education group is for individuals who would to improve their dating relationships and build intimacy in their lives.

Group Focus:

Interpersonal Relationships

Group Status:
Group Type:

Active
Other

Member Age:

Adults (26-59)
Seniors (60 +)

Member Gender:

Any

Location:	Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Phone:	(616) 942-1904

Meeting Day:	Tuesday
Meeting Time:	Evening
Meeting Frequency:	Weekly

Lois Alexander, LMSW, ACSW, CAADC

Licensed Master Social Worker