Creating Safe Spaces for Healing, Growth, and Authenticity.
Transgender and Gender Expansive Individuals
There are numerous unique challenges and experiences that come with navigating gender identity and expression in a world that often lacks understanding and support. Sometimes we’ve have had questions in the back of their mind our whole life. Maybe this is a new realization sparked by new knowledge like TikTok, Podcasts, or other experiences. Starting off on this self exploration can be anxiety producing but also exhilarating. This is your private space to explore yourself, your identity, how you want to interact with the world, address any mental health concerns, and work through societal and relational challenges. We offer a range of services, including individual therapy, gender-affirming letters, and support for navigating medical transitions. Additionally, we provide therapy to family members loved ones understand looking to support others in their journey. Our approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to empowering you to life in fulfilled ways.
LGBTQIA+
Whether you are navigating issues related to identity exploration, coming out, gender dysphoria, discrimination, building community, dating, or relationships, our compassionate therapist is here to support you. We cover all aspects of queering life from initial self exploration, dating, and creating families. Alyssa has real life experience and specialized training in LGBTQ+ issues and understands the unique challenges that can arise from navigating individually and with wider societal pressures. We believe in the power of embracing your true self and are committed to helping you find joy, resilience, and fulfillment in your journey.
There are so many opportunities for growth and connection and we are here to help find ways to embrace them all.
Faith Transitions and Religious Trauma
Faith Transitions and religious trauma can have profound and lasting impacts on an individual’s mental and emotional well-being. We understand that it tends to be about more than a set of religious beliefs, often your whole life and community is changing. At Thriving Life Counseling, we are committed to providing a safe and non-judgmental space for those exploring their beliefs and recovering from religious trauma. Our therapist is knowledgeable about the complexities of religious trauma, including issues related to indoctrination, spiritual abuse, lack of self trust, community concerns, and the struggle to reconcile personal beliefs with past experiences. We offer individual therapy to help you process and heal from these experiences. Our goal is to support you in reclaiming your sense of self, finding peace, and building a life that aligns with your values and beliefs that you have confidence in.
Neurodiversity
We celebrate neurodiversity and are passionate about providing specialized support for neurodiversity including Autism, ADHD. Alyssa is experienced in working with neurodiverse clients and understand the unique strengths and challenges they may face. We offer individualized therapy that focuses on navigating relationships, managing sensory sensitivities, improving executive functioning, and addressing co-occurring mental health issues. Our approach is person-centered and strengths-based, aiming to empower you to thrive in various aspects of life. Alyssa also provides ADHD and Autism assessments for adults.
Adolescents
We support adolescents (12+) and their parents through the unique and often challenging transitions of their teenage years. Adolescence is a critical period of growth and development, and we understand the complexities that come with navigating identity, relationships, academics, and wider social pressures. We create a non-judgmental space where they can explore their feelings, develop coping strategies, and build resilience. We offer individual therapy to address issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and peer relationships, technology, as well as sessions with parents enhance communication and understanding within the family unit. Our goal is to empower adolescents to thrive emotionally and mentally, helping them to build a strong foundation for their future. At Thriving Life Counseling, we believe in the potential of every young person and are here to support them through their journey towards becoming confident, healthy, and happy individuals.
If you are not sure if I can help:
- I have lots of people ask if I help people outside of my specialties. I am happy to talk with you about if we are the best fit for each other. Feel free to reach out and let’s talk about how we can work together! If we are not I am happy to provide referrals to other therapists I trust and recommend.
- Call or send me an email, I’d love to talk and help you on the path to living a fulfilling life!
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