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Alyssa Risdon, MHC-Intern

Staff Therapist

Bio

Alyssa earned her Bachelor's degree with a specialization in Clinical/Counseling Psychology in 2024 from The College of New Jersey and graduated from Adelphi University in May 2026 with a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. Alyssa completed her clinical training at Nassau Psychology working with children, young adults and adults who have experienced anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem issues, and interpersonal/relational concerns. Alyssa also has experience working within school districts with many populations such as elementary school students who are struggling with behavioral issues/learning disabilities.

Alyssa utilizes Psychoanalytic, Cognitive Theory, and Humanistic therapy and her goal is to collaboratively work with clients to reach their therapeutic goals.

Alyssa is committed to learning and growing as an individual as she continues to learn about each one of her clients. Her goal is to create a safe space for them throughout their therapeutic journey.

Accepted Insurance

BCBS, Healthfirst, Fidelis Care, Private Pay

Age Range/Speciality 

Age :

4+

Issues

Types Of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Existential
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Humanistic
Motivational Interviewing
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Narrative
Person Centered
Play Therapy
Psychodynamic
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strengths Based
Trauma Focused

Confidence Issues
Life Transition
Relationship Struggles

Office

Rockville Centre

Accepting New Patients

Yes

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