FIND SOLID FOOTING.
Steady ground starts here.
Therapy offers space to slow down, gain perspective, and figure out what comes next.
You don't have to be in crisis—or even know exactly what's wrong—to know you want something to feel different.
WELCOME TO NEW GROUND
You don't have to have everything figured out before starting therapy.
Sometimes life changes beneath us. Sometimes we've spent so long taking care of everyone else that we've lost sight of ourselves. Sometimes we've been surviving for so long that we forget what it feels like to simply feel steady.
Therapy isn't about fixing who you are.
It's about understanding yourself with honesty and compassion, recognizing what you can control, and finding a way forward that feels right for you.
HI, I'M ALEX.
Therapy should feel like a conversation—not another place where you have to have it all together.
I'm Alex Heines, MA, LPC. I've spent more than 12 years working with teens and adults navigating anxiety, relationships, life changes, stress, and the seasons when things just feel harder than they should.
My approach is warm, straightforward, and practical. We'll make space for what's hard, figure out what's actually getting in the way, and work toward changes that make sense for your real life.
You don't need to show up knowing exactly what's wrong—or what you want to do about it. We can figure that part out together.
MAYBE YOU'RE HERE BECAUSE...
Life looks okay from the outside. But it doesn't feel that way.
You may be getting through your days, doing what needs to be done, and still know that something isn't quite right.
You keep replaying conversations in your head.
You're used to being the person everyone depends on—and you're tired.
Something changed, and you're having a harder time with it than you expected.
You keep finding yourself in the same patterns, even though you know they aren't working.
Or maybe you can't quite put your finger on it. You just know you don't want to keep feeling like this.
Support that’s grounded in who you are—not just what you’re going through.
HOW I HELP
Anxiety & Stress
Life can feel like a lot—even when you're managing to keep up with it. We'll work on understanding what's driving the anxiety, quieting the mental noise, and building practical ways to feel more steady in everyday life.
Life Transitions & Relationships
Transitions, relationships, family dynamics, career changes, and shifting roles can leave you questioning what comes next. Therapy gives you space to sort through what's changing and find your footing again.
Self Esteem & Personal Growth
Maybe you're ready to understand yourself better, trust yourself more, or make some intentional changes. We can look at patterns, strengthen self-trust, and help you make choices that feel more aligned with the person you want to be.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Starting therapy doesn’t have to feel complicated.
Individual therapy for ages 16+
I work with teens and adults throughout Missouri, with support tailored to what's bringing you to therapy.
Flexible sessions throughout Missouri
Most sessions are virtual, so you can meet from a private space that works for you. In-person sessions in the St. Louis area may also be available by arrangement.
Private pay · $120 · 60-minute session
New Ground Therapy is currently a private-pay practice.
A practical, collaborative approach
Therapy isn't just about understanding why you feel the way you do. We'll also work on what can actually help—at a pace that feels manageable and realistic for your life.
Currently accepting new clients
If you're wondering whether we might be a good fit, the first step is simply reaching out.
READY TO BEGIN?
Taking the first step doesn't have to feel overwhelming.
You don't have to know exactly what to say or have everything figured out before reaching out. If you're ready to get started—or just wondering whether we might be a good fit—I'd be happy to connect.
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