Alexa Ritter, MSW
clinical therapist
she/her
Sexual Trauma | Complex Trauma | ADHD | EMDR
Session Fee: $135
Accepting new clients.
alexa@livefulltherapy.com
Alexa holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Tennessee Knoxville’s College of Social Work with a concentration in Clinical Practice and a Trauma Certificate. Alexa has six years of experience in the mental health field, having previously worked at the Nashville Sexual Assault Center as a Client Navigator from 2019 to 2024. She joined Live Full Therapy initially as an intern, and is now on the team as a clinical therapist.
Alexa deeply believes that each individual is the expert on themselves. She views the therapeutic relationship as mutually participatory, vulnerable, and authentic. Connection, community, and safety are integral to the healing process, so you can expect Alexa to be present in each session with these tenets at the forefront of her mind. Alexa’s approach is relational, anti-oppressive, culturally humble, casual, sex-positive, and gender-affirming. While she has specifically worked with victim/survivors of sexual violence and complex trauma, she is excited to accompany folks ages six and up on all forms of healing journeys.
Alexa uses trauma-informed, relational, strengths-based, and system approaches to gently assist folks in navigating life's challenges. She does not believe there is a "one-size-fits-all" type of therapy, so she will collaborate with you to tailor an approach that fits your unique needs. Everyone is worthy of experiencing safety, connection, and healing within themselves and their external environment. Alexa hopes to foster these experiences through gentle guidance, humor, and authenticity.
Outside of the office, Alexa fills her cup by spending time with her partner, friends, family, and two cats. With the belief that community care is essential to thrive, you can find Alexa organizing alongside others in the Nashville community. You can also find her enjoying her garden in the sun, moving her body through dance and yoga, or taking on a new DIY or crafting project.