Alex Franzius
Registered Social Worker (RSW)
Creating accessible, supportive, and flexible spaces for individuals and couples in British Columbia to navigate life's challenges.
Welcome: A Space for Healing and Growth
Life can present us with challenges that feel overwhelming, isolating, or difficult to navigate alone. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, or simply seeking personal growth, you deserve a space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.
I believe that everyone has the capacity for healing and growth, and my role is to provide you with the tools, support, and guidance to help you on your journey toward greater well-being.
My Approach
I take a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy, recognizing that you are the expert on your own life. My role is to walk alongside you as you explore your experiences, identify your strengths, and work toward your goals.
I integrate various therapeutic modalities based on what works best for you, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, mindfulness-based approaches, and trauma-informed care.
Explore & Understand
Gently unpack your thoughts, feelings, and experiences to gain deeper insight.
Heal & Process
Create a safe space to work through challenging events, emotions, and patterns.
Build & Grow
Develop effective coping strategies, foster resilience, and build upon your inherent strengths.
Align & Thrive
Move towards a life that feels authentic and aligned with your personal values.
Areas Where I Can Help
While I have a special focus on perinatal mental health and trauma recovery, my practice is open to individuals and couples facing a wide range of concerns.
Perinatal Mental Health
Navigating the emotional landscape from trying to conceive through pregnancy, birth, and the first two years postpartum (and beyond). This includes support for anxiety, depression, birth trauma, adjustment challenges, and the unique pressures of parenthood.
Trauma & Complex/PTSD
Processing past distressing experiences and reducing their impact on your present life in a safe, trauma-informed way.
Women's Health
Addressing concerns like PMS and PMDD, and other challenges.
Anxiety & Stress Management
Developing tools to manage worry, panic, and the pressures of daily life.
Depression & Mood Concerns
Finding ways to lift the fog, rediscover joy, and manage mood.
Relationship Challenges
Enhancing communication, managing conflict, and fostering deeper connection for couples and individuals.
Life Transitions
Navigating changes in career, relationships, grief, loss, and personal growth.
ADHD Support
Developing strategies for managing symptoms and thriving with ADHD.
Our Work Together: Evidence-Based Practices
To ensure you receive the most effective support, I draw from several well-researched, evidence-based therapeutic methods. We will tailor our approach to your specific needs, potentially integrating:
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)
To work with your mind to process experiences and memories from the past that get stuck. EMDR is effective for traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, stress, eating disorders, and more.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
To identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
To help you clarify your values and build a life that feels meaningful.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
To understand and process emotions, fostering deeper connection with yourself and others.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
To build upon your existing strengths and find practical solutions.
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
To provide couples with tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and enhance intimacy.
My Background and Training
I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and am currently completing my Master of Clinical Social Work through an advanced internship at the University of British Columbia Okanagan (UBCO). My academic foundation includes a Bachelor's degree with honours in Psychology.
For the past seven years, I've had the privilege of working in the mental health field, supporting a diverse range of clients, including youth, adults, couples, families, and individuals with intellectual disabilities. My professional development includes specialized training in both perinatal mental health and trauma work, ensuring I can provide informed and sensitive care in these crucial areas.
Why Choose My Practice?
My goal is to make therapy as accessible and supportive as possible:
Flexible Scheduling
Evening and weekend appointments are available to fit your busy life.
Convenient Formats
Choose between in-person sessions in Kelowna or online appointments accessible anywhere in British Columbia.
Parent-Friendly
As a parent myself, I understand the logistical and emotional challenges, and I strive to make therapy workable for you.
Lived Experience
My professional expertise is complemented by my own lived experience navigating mental health challenges as a parent.
Trauma-Informed Care
My training and experience ensure a safe and understanding approach to healing from trauma.
Client-Centered
Your unique needs and goals are at the heart of our work together, ensuring a personalized therapeutic experience.
A Little Bit About Me
When I'm not in the therapy room, you can usually find me enjoying the beautiful lakes and mountains of BC – I was born here and can't imagine living anywhere else. I'm a passionate reader who always keeps a book closeby, and my home is joyfully ruled by two mischievous cats.
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, but you don't have to do it alone. I'm here to support you every step of the way.
I offer both in-person sessions in Kelowna and secure online therapy sessions for clients throughout British Columbia. Contact me today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can work together.
Book your consultation today and take the first step toward positive change.