Therapy for Creatives in New York
Supporting creatives and performers through therapy, groups, and workshops with a focus on burnout, perfectionism, anxiety, and building sustainable careers.
Therapy for artists, creatives, and performers navigating the intersection of creativity and mental health
Empowering artists, students, and the communities that support them.
Hi! I’m Alyssa
I’m a performer and therapist based in New York City. I work primarily with creatives, artists, and performers providing individual therapy and groups focused on anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and other issues creatives often face. My work as a performer gives me firsthand insight into the unique joys, uncertainty, and pressures of a creative career. In addition to individual therapy, I offer workshops, trainings, and ongoing consultation for programs and theatre companies committed to supporting mental and emotional well-being.
Who I Work With
Creatives, Artists, and Performers Who:
Feel stuck in perfectionism or self-doubt
Struggle with performance anxiety or burnout
Feel disheartened about the difficulties of booking a contract or selling their work
Want to reconnect with creativity and joy
Are adjusting to new jobs or big transitions
Value working with someone who understands creative life
LGBTQIA+ Folks Who:
Are exploring their identity
Have complicated relationships with their families
Are navigating unconventional relationship structures
Are undoing internalized homophobia and transphobia
Value working with a therapist who holds space for both the joys and challenges of queerness
Young Adults Who:
Are exploring newfound independence
Are figuring out their identity separate from their family
Struggle with the pressures of new responsibilities
Are new to New York City
Value working with a therapist who understands the pressures of being a young adult in a big city
High Achievers Who:
Are driven to succeed, and experience the burnout that goes with it
Have difficulty saying no to new responsibilities
Experience imposter syndrome and anxiety
Struggle with perfectionism
Value working with a therapist who holds space for both rest and drive
Services I Offer
Affirming therapy for creatives and anyone seeking support, resilience, and change in a supportive environment
Whether you're navigating burnout, anxiety, or the emotional weight of your craft, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and your artistry. My approach is values-driven and tailored to your unique needs. It’s grounded in deep clinical expertise and a personal understanding of the creative life.
A space to breathe, create, and connect as part of a community
I offer small, facilitated groups that center creativity, reflection, and community in a low-stakes, supportive environment. These groups are designed for creatives seeking connection, grounding, and space to create without pressure, productivity, or performance.
Interactive workshops that support the mental health of artists, educators, and creative communities
My workshops for actors and students help foster emotional resilience and provide practical mental health skills that help them build sustainable, fulfilling creative lives. My workshops for faculty and creative staff equip those in leadership roles with tools for creating psychologically safe spaces and supporting actors in a holistic way.
Ongoing support for theatre programs and companies committed to integrating wellness into their mission
I offer ongoing consultation on mental health strategy, rehearsal process support, and how to care for your community through challenging material or high-demand seasons. My goal is to help you create safer, more sustainable environments where artists and educators can thrive creatively and emotionally.
My Approach
In my work, I combine evidence-based approaches like acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based practices with a deep understanding of the creative process and what it means to be an artist in a difficult world.
In my clinical work, I use a person-centered approach, centering the client and their lived experiences. In sessions, I balance compassion, warmth, and humor with practical tools, insight, and structure.
In my workshops and consulting, I bring the same individualization, care, and expertise to helping artists, creative teams, and institutions develop lasting strategies to promote resilience and well-being
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Interested in learning more? Contact me today and I’ll be in touch soon to discuss what it might be like for us to work together!