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Alisa Sawyer, LMHC

  • Experience7 years
  • LocationNew York
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Alisa

Alisa Sawyer is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York who draws on seven years of clinical experience to support people facing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and a range of other life challenges.

Background and approach

She holds a master’s degree from the University at Albany and has worked across multiple mental health settings, developing a practical, person-focused way of working that adapts to each client's needs. Her practice blends elements from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Transpersonal Therapy, and Positive Psychology within an overall client-centered framework.

Rather than following a single method, she partners with clients to select techniques that address concerns such as relationship strain, grief, trauma, self-esteem, addiction, career stress, bipolar-related issues, parenting challenges, intimacy concerns, and compassion fatigue. Alisa emphasizes presence and attunement, viewing therapy as a collaborative process that helps people reconnect with strengths and move toward meaningful change.

She frames growth with a hopeful metaphor: like a plant seeking light, people often reach for what helps them thrive, and her role is to open a window and support that movement. Sessions focus on practical skills, values-driven choices, and building resilience so clients can work toward more satisfying, purposeful lives.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Access

Alisa integrates several evidence-based techniques in her practice and adapts them for online delivery. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and take committed actions even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present; it is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Positive Psychology focuses on strengths, resilience, and building meaning, supporting work on self-esteem, motivation, and overall wellbeing. Transpersonal ideas emphasize personal growth and meaning beyond symptoms, which can be helpful when exploring grief, trauma recovery, or deeper life questions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. She works with each client to determine which techniques best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts plans as progress unfolds so therapy remains responsive and practical.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and use brief check-ins or longer conversations depending on what will best support progress.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Alisa works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma and grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, parenting challenges, bipolar concerns, career stress, anger, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe the therapeutic approach and style?
Her approach is integrative and client-centered, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Transpersonal Therapy, and Positive Psychology while tailoring techniques to each person's goals and preferences.
What is her professional experience?
She has seven years of counseling experience and has worked in a variety of mental health settings since completing her master’s degree at the University at Albany.
Where is the therapist licensed and located?
Alisa is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the credential NY LMHC 007286 and practices in New York.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for meeting?
She conducts video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and scheduling needs.
How are fees and payment structured?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English

What Alisa can help with

Alisa Sawyer works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, self esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.

Experience and training

Alisa is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in New York, with 7 years of clinical experience.

Therapy style

Alisa aims to be a window for you.