Alyssa Budros, MSW, LCSW-C

Alyssa is a passionate psychotherapist with 12 years of experience in the mental health field. As the founder of Restorative Strategies, she brings warmth, authenticity, and a deep commitment to inclusive care. Alyssa specializes in working with adults aged 19-50, particularly those who identify as AFAB, queer, and neurodivergent.

Her areas of expertise include PTSD, complex childhood trauma, developmental trauma, emotional intelligence, and gender identity. Alyssa is particularly skilled in EMDR therapy and employs various trauma-focused modifications to different modalities. Her strengths-based and motivational approach helps clients rediscover hope and make meaningful changes in their lives. Alyssa’s personal experiences with misdiagnosis and feeling misunderstood fuel her passion for creating a safe, affirming space where clients can truly be seen and heard. She believes in the power of personalized, intimate care and strives to build deep, collaborative relationships with her clients.