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Alyssa Ammerman

Therapist
8 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Sleep disorder, Maternal mental health
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi! My name is Alyssa Ammerman, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York. I received my Master of Social Work from the University at Buffalo in 2017 (GO BILLS!). I have had the opportunity to work, intern, and volunteer in a variety of behavioral health settings to include outpatient, critical incident debrief, residential, and vocational rehabilitation, which have led me to the opportunity to start my own practice. I have a special interest in working with first responders, parents, individuals with sleep disorders, chronic pain, and/or chronic illness, and those going through life changes. Beyond my clinical work, I enjoy volunteering as an EMT-B and firefighter, scuba diving, camping, attending concerts, and traveling.

My approach to therapy

I use an eclectic and person-centered approach to therapy. I have formal training in a variety of therapy modalities that I use at various times throughout the therapeutic relationship, with you as the guiding factor. I believe that each person’s experience is unique, and therapy should be a reflection of that.

What you can expect from me

As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe space to walk alongside you as you navigate the challenges that you are facing. I believe therapy is built upon trust, and I strive to continue to build positive rapport throughout the therapeutic relationship. I want to hear your story, and I prioritize moving at a pace that feels comfortable and safe for you. I utilize a strengths-based lens to create treatment goals that are unique to you. I feel it is incredibly important to meet you where you are, and tailor your therapy experience to meet your personal preferences, comfort level, and goals.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Energetic, Open Minded, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University at Buffalo State University of New York
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Optum Medicaid NY, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Sleep disorder, Maternal mental health
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD, Infertility, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma Focused CBT, Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Schema, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Critical Incident Stress Debrief (CISD)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English