As a licensed therapist in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Illinois I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping young adults, men and women, and neurodivergent individuals address challenges like anxiety, workplace stress, communication difficulties, and personal growth.
I bring a compassionate, intergrative evidence-based approach to therapy, focusing on areas such as self-love, healing from trauma, managing isolation, and building healthier relationships. My work is deeply rooted in understanding individual experiences, particularly around boundaries, acceptance, and accessible coping strategies.
My therapeutic style emphasizes creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their unique strengths and work through challenging emotions like guilt, shame, and interpersonal dynamics. I'm committed to helping individuals develop resilience, improve communication skills, and cultivate greater self-understanding.
Whether you're struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, workplace challenges, or seeking personal growth, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy and professional expertise.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger management, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
MN LICSW 24895
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Alyssa Whiteaker. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
During our sessions, I felt heard and seen as a person. I learned so much about myself and different coping strategies to help us through difficult times. Thank you for everything, Alyssa!
Written on May 02, 2025 after therapy with Alyssa for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Alyssa is kind and gentle but real with me. I appreciate the feedback and support and ideas I receive during each appointment!
Written on Jan 03, 2025 after therapy with Alyssa for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Alyssa has been a pleasure to work with and by far the best Therapist I’ve ever had.
Written on Jan 12, 2024 after therapy with Alyssa for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Alyssa understood the type of person I was right away and provided me with thought exercises that helped me come to my own conclusions. I like structured approaches and she really provided the framework for me to work through a specific issue. I find her easy to talk to and I’m glad she’s willing to do video chats because I really like to see the person I’m talking to and I could tell she was legitimately always listening.
Written on Oct 15, 2023 after therapy with Alyssa for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and sleeping disorders
Great person to get advice. Good skill building. Great ADHD coach.
Written on Oct 11, 2023 after therapy with Alyssa for 8 months on issues concerning depression, coaching, and adhd
Alyssa was so kind, professional, and helpful. I will forever be grateful for her counsel and words to help me through one of the toughest times in my life. I highly recommend Alyssa to assist with mental health concerns.
Written on Aug 01, 2023 after therapy with Alyssa for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression
