Therapy for Deep Feelers and Thoughtful Minds

Welcome

Do you feel everything deeply—but often wonder if you're “too much”?
Maybe you’ve been called sensitive, emotional, or intense. You might pick up on other people’s moods easily, feel drained after too much stimulation, or need extra time to yourself to reset. You probably think things through carefully and want to make the “right” choice, which can make decisions feel overwhelming. In a fast-paced world that often prizes toughness over thoughtfulness, it’s easy to question your emotions or doubt yourself.

Your sensitivity isn’t a weakness. It carries wisdom, strength, and insight—and it deserves to be met with care.

Therapy for Highly Sensitive People

If you experience the world with depth, intensity, and nuance, you might be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). Coined by psychologist Dr. Elaine Aron, Sensory Processing Sensitivity is a trait found in about 15–20% of the population. You likely notice what others miss, feel things on a profound level, and think deeply about life and your place in it. But this depth can also make you more vulnerable to anxiety, burnout, and self-doubt—especially in a culture that values emotional suppression over tenderness and self-reflection.

Therapy can help you begin to appreciate your sensitivity. I offer a space where you can look inward with curiosity and build the capacity to trust in yourself.

Who I Am and Who I Help

I’m Alexandra Seastrunk—but you can call me Alex. I work with highly sensitive people who feel and think deeply, often carrying more than they show.

Many of the folks I work with are navigating anxiety, grief (including older or unprocessed grief), self-esteem issues, or major life transitions. They're intuitive, creative, and thoughtful—but often doubt themselves or struggle to feel understood.

I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Arroyo Grande, in southern San Luis Obispo County. I offer in-person therapy locally and virtual therapy throughout California. I’m committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, identities, and life experiences.

Please know that you are safe here—and you can show up fully as yourself.

If you are looking for a space where your emotional depth is met with compassion—rather than criticism or judgment—you’re in the right place.

My Approach with Highly Sensitive People

As a Highly Sensitive Person myself, I bring both lived experience and professional knowledge to this work. I know what it’s like to move through the world with a strong emotional current beneath the surface—to be profoundly affected by beauty, pain, and everything in between. This sensitivity shapes the way I show up as a therapist and allows me to deeply empathize with the clients I work with.

I’m listed in Dr. Elaine Aron’s HSP Knowledgeable Directory, having gained foundational knowledge of psychotherapy for HSPs through Dr. Aron’s work.

My approach is grounded in depth psychology, a framework that honors the unconscious, emotional, and symbolic layers of your experience. For Highly Sensitive People, this approach can be especially beneficial in navigating the complexity of your inner world. Instead of concentrating solely on symptom relief, we will explore the deeper meanings behind your emotions and life experiences. Through this process, you can build emotional resilience, enhance your self-awareness, and develop a more balanced relationship with yourself.

Want to Connect?

If this speaks to you, I invite you to explore the rest of my website to learn more about my approach and how I can support you.

I offer a free 20-minute consultation call so we can talk through any questions you have before getting started.

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