Alexa Martin Smith-osborne

Help begins with Alexa Martin Smith-Osborne, a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist with over 30 years of experience in guiding individuals toward their peak performance levels. She is known for her empathetic diagnostic skills and serves as an LCSW supervisor, program consultant, and researcher. Alexa has a rich history of providing services to individuals, families, groups, and entry-level social workers, as well as collaborating with businesses and agencies. Her specialized experience working with military veterans, service members, and military families is informed by her own upbringing in an Army family during wartime, offering a unique understanding of these communities. Alexa's clinical work is centered on understanding the whole person and the person-in-environment framework, greatly influenced by her research on the brain basis of behavior and behavior change, as well as the interactions between social systems and individual behavior. Additionally, she focuses on young children, the elderly, and women's health issues, applying a range of evidence-based diagnostic and treatment methods that cater to varying developmental stages. In every session, Alexa aims to break down barriers and empower her clients to achieve their personal missions in life.