Become Your Authentic Self
Are you carrying pain that feels too heavy to bear? Struggling to find clarity in who you truly are? It’s time to release the weight and uncover the real, authentic you.
As an experienced counselor, I specialize in helping people break free from emotional pain and limiting patterns of coping.
Together, we’ll work to:
- Heal the Hurt: Identify and let go of the pain holding you back.
- Discover Your True Self: Reconnect with who you are, free from expectations, fear, and anxiety.
- Build a Fulfilling Life: Create a life aligned with your values and needs.
Your pain doesn’t define you – your transformation does. Let’s begin this journey together.
What to expect in therapy
At Authentic You, counseling sessions are designed to be a safe and supportive space where you can embark on a journey of self discovery. Whether it is individual, family, or couples therapy, I come alongside you as we work together to strive for a healthier wellbeing and foster a positive mindset. My goal is to make others feel heard, accepted, and understood.
Specialties & Focus
I provide a non-judgmental approach, to offer support and perspective taking to reach your goals. I use evidenced based approaches to support and guide you while you pursue self discovery and inner peace. I have specialized training in the following:
Brainspotting
Brainspotting was discovered in 2003 by David Grand, Ph.D. Brainspotting locates points in a client’s visual field that help access unprocessed stress and emotions in the subcortical level of the brain. Sometimes our brains get “stuck” and cannot fully process certain events or memories. Brainspotting uses visual fields to help clients locate these “stuck” areas, and supports the brain into processing these experiences to lead to a better sense of self. I am a certified Brainspotting Practitioner. You can learn more about brainspotting here. Brainspotting as been shown to be an effective treatment for those experiencing the following:
- Impulse Control
- Anger
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Phobias & Fears
- ADHD
- Addictions & Substance Use
- Chronic Fatigue & Chronic Pain
- Various Forms of Trauma
- Performance Issues
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
TF-CBT is an evidenced based therapy to help children and adolescents cope with effects of a stressful or traumatic event. It helps children and their parents learn new skills to process their thoughts, feelings, and cope with everyday stressors. The goal is to help the client cope with the stressors they endured, and move forward in a safe and positive way. Alyssa is also trained in TF-CBT for Commercial Sexual Exploited Children.
I place a strong emphasis on collaboration and acceptance. My aim is to meet you where you are at, and provide you tools along the way to help you navigate your journey in life.