Alyssa Teitsma, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Herndon, VA
Online & In-Person
Free initial consultation
About me
From chaos to calm-I help overwhelmed families find their way back to connection, calm, and confidence; supporting parents as they raise emotionally healthy, resilient kids and teens.
I am an experienced Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is passionate about supporting parents, children, and teens through the ups and downs of anxiety, emotional regulation, and everyday family life. I believe that big emotions aren’t problems to “fix,” but signals that deserve understanding, support, and skill-building. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical—helping clients feel safe, heard, and empowered.
Parenting can feel overwhelming, especially when your child is struggling and you’re not sure how to help. You don’t have to figure it out alone. When working with parents, I provide guidance and tools to strengthen connection, reduce stress, and support healthy family dynamics. I work alongside parents to better understand what’s behind their child’s behavior and to build compassionate, effective strategies that help parents feel confident, calm, and in control at home.
I strive to create a space where growth feels possible, change feels manageable, and no one feels alone in the process. With children and teens, I focus on building coping skills, confidence, and emotional awareness so they can better understand themselves and their world.
If you’re looking for a therapist who is supportive, down-to-earth, and focused on real-life strategies that work, I would be honored to walk alongside you and your family.
You might be able to get reimbursed for out-of-network therapy! To check your OON benefits visit your insurance website or www.mentaya.com
License
License(s)
Education
University of Virginia
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$ - $175Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Credit Card
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Specialties and clinical interests
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Body Image
- Bullying
- Depression
- Divorce & Separation
- Family Conflict
- Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs)
- LGBTQIA+
- Oppositional/Defiant Behavior
- Parenting & Parent-Child Relationships
- Pet Loss
- Relationships
- School Performance
- Self-Esteem
- Stress/Stress Management
- Women's Issues
Therapy types
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Kids & Tweens (5-12)
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Individuals
- Families
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English
Website and social media