Aleia Van Dyke, LCSW

Licensed in California · 11 years in practice

Aleia Van Dyke offers a calm, straightforward approach for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, relationship or intimacy concerns, and parenting strain.

License and registration

LCSW, California: 87977 · expires February 2027
NPI: 1447602826 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 11
Languages: English

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About Aleia

Aleia Van Dyke offers a calm, straightforward approach for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, relationship or intimacy concerns, and parenting strain. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, based in California who aims to help people be seen and accepted while they work toward change. Aleia focuses on practical steps.

Sessions begin by identifying clear, achievable goals. She helps people notice patterns, name difficult feelings, and practice new ways of responding.

Background and approach

The tone in sessions is respectful and non-judgmental. Her background includes more than 11 years of clinical experience supporting people with trauma, mood difficulties, dissociation, and complex diagnoses. She has worked with clients facing separation, blended family stress, postpartum mood concerns, and impacts from sexual assault and abuse.

She also supports people exploring identity and non-monogamous relationship dynamics. Aleia uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people build coping skills and increase self-understanding. Work often focuses on attachment patterns, managing intense emotions, reducing self-harm urges, and improving communication in intimate relationships.

She combines practical strategies with attention to how past relationships shape present life. People who choose Aleia can expect a steady, compassionate presence and straightforward tools to try between sessions. She welcomes questions about how therapy might fit current life demands and helps people shape a plan that fits their goals.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Aleia lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
LGBT
Relationship issues
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
Jealousy
Personality disorders
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Women's issues
Young adult issues

Online support

How Aleia’s approaches work online

Aleia uses evidence-based techniques that focus on skills and understanding. One common approach helps people learn specific coping skills for anxiety and stress. This involves practicing breathing, grounding, and behavior changes to reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning. Another strand of work looks at attachment patterns and relationships. That helps people notice old relationship habits, try new ways of communicating, and improve emotional intimacy.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Aleia will talk with each person about their goals, symptoms, and preferences, then suggest concrete methods to try. The plan can be adjusted as progress is tracked and new needs emerge, so therapy stays relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls let people have a face-to-face conversation from wherever they are. Phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging let someone send updates, ask quick questions, or work through exercises between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while continuing consistent work toward goals.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does Aleia help with?

She helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, and LGBT-related concerns. Additional focus areas include trauma, postpartum depression, dissociation, and complex mood or personality challenges.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

The approach is practical and collaborative, using evidence-based techniques to set goals, build skills, and increase self-awareness. Sessions mix problem-solving with attention to emotional patterns and attachment.

What is her experience working as a therapist?

She has over 11 years of clinical experience supporting people with a range of concerns from trauma to relationship difficulties. That background informs a steady, practical approach to therapy.

Where is she licensed and based?

She is licensed as an LCSW in California. Sessions are offered from that practice region in line with applicable rules.

Can sessions be conducted in other languages or for international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What formats are available for sessions?

Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.

How are fees and payments handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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