Welcome! My name is Alyssa, I’m an Associate Clinical Social Worker based in California and proud Latina born and raised in Los Angeles. I believe therapy is a collaborative partnership, where you are the expert in your own life and I’m by your side to help you feel empowered as you navigate life’s challenges. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore underlying emotions and show up as your authentic self. I hold deep respect and gratitude toward the individuals I support for allowing me to be a part of their journey.
I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual trauma and dating or domestic violence and find joy in working with college students, BIPOC women, and young adults. I received my Master’s in Social Work from CSU, Northridge and my BA in Sociology from CSU, Fullerton. I integrate evidence-based practices, mindfulness, and somatic work to help you learn new coping skills, build safety, feel grounded, and foster self-compassion. Evidence-based practices used in my work include, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT), all with a trauma-informed and culturally attuned lens.
Therapy is your space and your time, I welcome and invite all feedback during our time together to ensure you feel heard and supported.
Alyssa Ayon, ACSW