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Dr. Alexandra Branagan

Dr. Alexandra Branagan, CO Psychologist PSY.0005152

Therapist · Colorado · 12+ years of experience

Compassionate health-focused psychology

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At a glance

Listed location
Colorado
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
CO Psychologist PSY.0005152
Languages
English
License (Colorado)
Psychologist · No. PSY.0005152
NPI
1144794215

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  • Health and life transitions
  • Sleep and caregiver stress
  • Aging and geriatric issues

About Alexandra

Dr. Alexandra Branagan is a Colorado-based Clinical Health Psychologist with 12 years of experience. She works with people at many life stages, from preconception through later adulthood, and addresses a wide range of concerns including sleep problems, parenting challenges, anxiety, depression, and relationship or intimacy issues.

Her work often includes people facing medical or caregiving stresses, ADHD and neurodevelopmental differences, fertility and perinatal concerns, and grief. She also has an interest in aging and geriatric issues and supports those coping with chronic pain or long-term illness.

Clinical sessions are held in a warm, nonjudgmental atmosphere. She focuses on listening carefully, helping clients name their priorities, and building practical steps that fit everyday life. Conversations are collaborative and tailored to each person’s situation.

She describes her role as a partner in problem solving, helping people manage stress, improve sleep, navigate parenthood, and find clearer communication in relationships. Sessions can include short-term coaching-style work or longer therapeutic exploration depending on the need.

Clients who choose Dr. Branagan can expect straightforward guidance and tools to try between sessions. She aims to help people feel more capable of handling life transitions and health-related challenges, while respecting each person’s values and goals.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Sleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

Colorado

Languages

English

Approaches that guide online care and goals

Dr. Branagan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and make practical changes. One common approach focuses on behavioral strategies for sleep and daily routines, helping people adjust habits and schedules to improve rest and daytime functioning. Another approach emphasizes problem-solving and skills coaching for caregiving stress, life transitions, and career or parenting challenges, breaking big problems into manageable steps.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. She will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't worked in the past, and then choose or adapt methods that fit that individual's needs. This is a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.

If you are interested in online therapy, confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists can help decide between longer weekly sessions or briefer coaching-style meetings based on what will best support your goals.

Frequently asked questions

What sorts of problems does she address?

She helps with sleep problems, parenting and career stresses, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, ADHD, grief, and stress related to caregiving or chronic illness.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. She listens carefully, helps set clear goals, and works with clients on steps they can use between sessions.

What is her professional background?

She is a Clinical Health Psychologist with 12 years of professional experience working across many life stages and health-related contexts.

Where does she practice and what credential does she hold?

She practices in Colorado and is listed as CO Psychologist PSY.0005152.

Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients supported?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost and how are payments handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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