
Alexandria Friesen
Biography
Alexandria Friesen is a compassionate child life specialist and author with a strong academic and professional background in psychology and child development. Alexandria holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Western University, with a specific focus on child development. She furthered her expertise by completing her child life education through the University of California, Santa Barbara, and has enhanced her training through both local and international opportunities.
With a deep commitment to helping children navigate challenging medical experiences, Alexandria has specialized training in play therapy and childhood trauma. Her expertise allows her to provide emotional support and coping strategies to children and families facing healthcare challenges.
In 2021, Alexandria authored All About the Intensive Care Unit, a children's book aimed at helping young readers understand and cope with the experience of being in an ICU. Her work as both a professional and an author reflects her dedication to fostering resilience and emotional well-being in children during difficult times.