Alessandra Baird, LMFT

Utah LMFT focused on relationships and trauma

14 years experience
CBT and DBT methods
Trauma and relationships focus

About Alessandra Baird

Alessandra Baird is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Utah with 14 years of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions. She combines a warm, compassionate manner with clear, direct guidance to create a therapeutic environment that feels both supportive and focused on progress. Alessandra draws from evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and EMDR - selecting methods that fit each person’s needs rather than relying on a single formula.

Her background includes work across multiple treatment settings, providing experience with depression, mood disorders, grief, parenting concerns, addictions, family conflict, and issues around identity and multicultural adjustment. Alessandra emphasizes empathy and perspective-taking, aiming to help people feel understood while building practical skills for coping and decision-making. She does not blend religion with research-based treatment and may not be the best match for those seeking a religion-focused therapeutic approach.

Alessandra communicates openly about therapy and encourages questions about fit and approach. She respects when someone chooses to try a different therapist and supports a collaborative path toward the goals each person brings to therapy.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression

Also Specializes In

Addictions GriefParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changes ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Alessandra Baird have?

Alessandra Baird has 14 years of experience in clinical practice.

Is Alessandra Baird a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license is listed as UT LMFT 7907314-3902.

In which languages does Alessandra Baird provide therapy?

Alessandra provides therapy in English.

Where is Alessandra Baird located?

Alessandra is located in Utah.

How can I work with Alessandra Baird as my therapist?

You can work with Alessandra through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Alessandra Baird work with international clients?

Alessandra Baird does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alessandra Baird cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Alessandra

Alessandra often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches skills that can reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is another approach Alessandra applies when emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness are central concerns. DBT offers structured tools for managing intense emotions, reducing reactive behaviors, and improving communication in relationships.

For trauma-related work, Alessandra is trained in EMDR, a method that helps process distressing memories and reduce their ongoing impact on mood and behavior. She integrates EMDR selectively when trauma processing appears to be a helpful avenue for recovery.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Alessandra works with each person to assess goals, preferences, and symptom patterns, and together they decide which techniques or combination of approaches best fit the client’s needs.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats can make it easier to attend sessions from home or while balancing work and family commitments, and they allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent therapeutic support across a range of practical circumstances.

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