Alyssa Autterson, MA, LPC-Associate

Alyssa Autterson brings a unique perspective to therapy, having spent nearly a decade in entertainment before earning her MA in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University (Magna Cum Laude). This blend of real-world experience and advanced clinical training allows Alyssa to deeply understand the stress, burnout, and misalignment that often arise in high-pressure careers and academic environments. She strives to create a therapeutic space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.

Alyssa is an inclusive therapist who specializes in treating adults and couples in anxiety, trauma, relationships, couples counseling, body image concerns, challenging family dynamics, career challenges, identity issues & life transitions. With a background in the arts and entertainment industry, she also has a passion for helping creatives and entrepreneurs. She works with adults, college students, couples & ambitious professionals and is an LGBTQIA+ and minority-friendly counselor. Alyssa’s goal is to help her clients navigate the challenges of balancing personal and professional stress while staying true to themselves.

Originally from Texas, Alyssa earned her BA from University of Southern California (Cum Laude) and is the founder of Aligned Therapy Collective—a modern therapy practice.

In therapy, Alyssa takes a relational and holistic approach, collaborating with clients while recognizing them as the experts in their own lives. She practices cultural humility and curiosity, working to understand the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Her trauma-informed framework helps clients reduce anxiety and overthinking, heal from past wounds, improve relationships, increase self-worth, quiet their inner critic, and build resilience.

Align with your authentic self and discover a life of purpose at Aligned Therapy Collective.

Alyssa is currently accepting new clients in the entire Texas area and coming soon in California via Telehealth. Reach out today for a FREE 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit!

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TEXAS: Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Associate, #98429, Supervised by Sarah Arnold, LPC-S

CALIFORNIA: Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (#Pending), Supervised by Karyn Noel, LPCC & LMFT

Alyssa Autterson, licensed professional counselor associate, anxiety and trauma therapist serving Texas and California clients.

A little more about me…

By 29, I had achieved my “dream job” working as a TV Development Executive, living in Los Angeles—the life I’d worked towards achieving since I was 10. But something felt off. I felt like a “human doing” instead of a “human being” and was overwhelmed by fears: “What if I can’t find a career path that feels right?” or “What if people think I failed?”

Through the guidance of a nonjudgmental and supportive therapist, I confronted my fears, past traumas, and emotions I had long avoided. Together, we built a new, meaningful life narrative rooted in my authentic self—not societal markers of worthiness or success. This journey of self-discovery was not easy and still presents challenges, but it gave me the clarity and courage to pursue a life aligned with my values.

My past experience fuels my passion as a psychotherapist. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to help you reconnect with your core self, redefine your life purpose, and navigate challenges with greater ease. It would be my privilege to guide you toward a more meaningful and peaceful life.

When I’m not working with my clients, I enjoy painting, ceramics, watching TV & indie film, seeing theater, walking around the lake with my golden retriever, Olive, and spending time with family and friends.