Alyson Burchfield
she/herCounselor (Resident)
I am pleased with my experience with Alyson. She has spent time getting to know me and asking the right questions. She has been helping me deal with the unexpected death of my mom followed by losing my job and has truly amazing. She is a keeper.
Trevar, verified patient of Alyson
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Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Coping Skills
Self pay costs
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
Alyson Burchfield is a Resident-in Counseling (RIC) with over two years of internship experience in the mental health field. She provides therapeutic care to adults and couples who are seeking help with depression, anxiety, stress management, difficult life transitions, adjustment disorder, LGBTQ issues, mindfulness, and meditation. Alyson is a strong and empathetic ally who regards individuals as the experts of their own experience.
Alyson completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Franklin Pierce University and received her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lesley University. She utilizes an eclectic and collaborative strengths-based, narrative-based, mindfulness-based, solutions-focused, and person-centered approach to therapeutic care. Alyson is always fostering a therapeutic alliance that allows for individuals and clients to grow at their own pace while providing a safe and welcoming environment.
Alyson seeks to establish a compassionate and warm relationship with you to assist in building upon your strengths, and to collaborate with you on meeting your goals, processing challenges, and developing tools and techniques to help you grow even outside of counseling.
"As a young woman, I understand the challenges that academic, work, and family stress can present."
She is very understanding and she listens to everything I say, I am very appreciative of that. She also provides great advice and definitely makes me think about things like would....
Jazmine, verified patient of Alyson
I am pleased with my experience with Alyson. She has spent time getting to know me and asking the right questions. She has been helping me deal with the unexpected death of my mom ....
Trevar, verified patient of Alyson
Testimonials are from real patients who completed a post-session satisfaction survey and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
Everyone faces challenges in their life that they need assistance with.
What types of clients do you work with best?
Those who enjoy humor and a friendly approach.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
Those who enjoy learning new things.
What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?
That many of the skills practiced in therapy aren't taught to us as we grow up.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
It has helped to reach a wider base of clients.
What inspires you?
My family and my goals for my career.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
A friendly conversation that is designed to help me learn more about a client.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
To learn more about what they want and need from sessions with me.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
Video games and reading.
What’s one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
My love of making art.
- Years in practice
- 1 years
- Graduating institute
- Lesley University
- Graduating degree
- Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
