- Stress and anxiety
- Attachment and abandonment
- Family communication
About Alex
Alex Bunch is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in California with 15 years of clinical experience. He works with young adults and others facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, family conflicts, and self-esteem problems.
He helps people who feel stuck after big life changes, such as leaving home, starting a first job, or finishing school. He also addresses issues tied to attachment and abandonment, communication problems, blended family dynamics, and feelings of emptiness or shame. Alex lists autism and Asperger syndrome among his focus areas and works with concerns that overlap those experiences.
Alex uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts his style to each person's needs. Sessions focus on clear goals, practical strategies, and improving day-to-day coping. Conversations can cover how patterns from the past affect current relationships and choices, and how to build more reliable ways of relating to others.
His work includes support around divorce and separation, domestic violence effects, codependency, commitment worries, and fatherhood challenges. He also addresses specific diagnoses and behavioral concerns when relevant to the client's goals.
Sessions are conducted in English and are based in California. Costs vary by location and are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Alex draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and clearer relationships. One commonly used approach helps people identify and shift unhelpful patterns in how they relate to others; it is useful for attachment issues, abandonment fears, and relationship conflicts. Another approach targets symptoms like anxiety and low mood by teaching concrete coping skills and behavior changes that reduce distress and improve daily functioning.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Alex will collaborate with each client to test what fits best, adjusting methods based on goals, preferences, and what feels most useful in early sessions. This is a joint process where the therapist and client agree on targets and try approaches that match those aims.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since the original biography does not list specific online formats. Ask about available session types when you schedule. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around study, work, or commuting - for example, shorter check-ins on a break, or sessions that avoid travel time. It can also allow steady progress when life circumstances make in-person visits difficult.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, and self-esteem concerns. Additional focuses include attachment, abandonment, and communication difficulties.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts the approach to fit each person's goals. Sessions emphasize practical strategies and clearer relationship patterns.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of experience working as a therapist with adults on a range of emotional and relational issues.
What credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds the LMFT credential and is licensed in California as an LMFT.
Which languages are supported?
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?
Costs vary with location and are handled through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling the initial appointment.
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