Summary
Alexander Risberg is a dedicated mental health counselor with 11 years of professional experience who blends evidence-based therapies—ACT, EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness—to support adolescents and adults. Based in Amesbury, MA, he combines clinical training from Merrimack College with a background in web development and hands-on roles in coffee roasting and community-based autism support, bringing practical empathy and problem-solving to his practice. His early web engineering and full-stack training give him a unique perspective on digital wellbeing and making the internet a kinder space. Known for patient-centered care and adaptability, he designs interventions that emphasize values-driven action and resilience.
11 years of coding experience
3 years of employment as a software developer
WDI Immersive, Full Stack Web Development, WDI Immersive, Full Stack Web Development at General Assembly
Master of Science - MS, Mental Health Counseling/Counselor, A+, Master of Science - MS, Mental Health Counseling/Counselor, A+ at Merrimack College
Bachelor's degree, Philosophy, Bachelor's degree, Philosophy at Boston University
English, German, Spanish