Dr. Alexandra Branagan, CO Psychologist PSY.0005152

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.

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.