Alexandra Regan (Lex), MSW, LCSW – Child & Adolescent Therapist in Rhode Island

Lex Regan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in child and adolescent mental health. With a focus on building a warm, trusting, and safe environment, Lex helps young clients navigate behavioral concerns, trauma, and emotional regulation. Whether working in-person at our Portsmouth or Warren offices or via Telehealth, her goal is to provide a supportive space where healing and skill-building go hand-in-hand.

Specialized Therapy for Children and Teens

Lex has spent the last five years working deeply with children and families facing complex challenges. Her approach is rooted in strength-based and client-centered care, ensuring that every session is collaborative and tailored to the individual needs of the child. Her core areas of expertise include:

• Behavioral Concerns & Emotional Regulation: Helping children manage big emotions and develop daily coping skills.

• Trauma & Attachment: Supporting children as they heal from past experiences and build secure family connections.

• Social-Emotional Struggles: Modeling skills that help children and adolescents thrive in social and academic environments.

Evidence-Based Modalities

To meet children where they are, Lex utilizes proven therapeutic techniques that encourage self-expression:

• Play Therapy: Allowing younger children to express themselves freely and process emotions through creative play.

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helping adolescents identify and shift patterns to better manage their mental health.

 A Collaborative Approach to Family Wellness

Lex believes that family support is vital to a child's success. Having worked in home-based, community-based, and school-based settings, she understands how a child's environment impacts their development. She is passionate about early intervention, recognizing that the earliest years of life provide the foundation for future growth.

Education & Background

• Master’s Degree in Social Work: Simmons University

• B.S. in Human Development and Family Studies: University of Rhode Island (URI)

• Licensure: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

"Lex is currently accepting new clients for in-person sessions in Portsmouth and Warren, as well as via Telehealth across Rhode Island. Start your journey today."