Alyssa “Petersen” Domel, LPC, LPC-MH, LMHC
Counselor specializing in trauma and addiction
- Trauma and addiction care
- Attachment and relationship work
- Adolescents adults families
About Alyssa “Petersen” Domel
Alyssa “Petersen” Domel brings a thoughtful, client-focused approach to counseling, guided by the belief that facing life’s challenges can lead to greater meaning and growth. With nine years of experience, she works with adolescents, adults, and families across a range of concerns including substance abuse and dependence, depression, anxiety, postpartum mood concerns, and personality disorders. She also supports people dealing with stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, parenting challenges, sleep problems, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and life transitions.
Alyssa holds LPC, LPC-MH, and LMHC credentials, which indicate professional licenses to practice counseling and mental health treatment. She is a certified Brainspotting therapist, trained to work with PTSD, complex PTSD, and other trauma-related adaptations. She is additionally certified to work with individuals who follow Medicine Wheel traditions, integrating respect for cultural practices into care when appropriate.
Her training includes work with families and individuals affected by addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns, and she draws on established therapeutic methods to tailor support to each person’s needs. Prospective clients may reach out by email or phone to schedule an initial appointment; if Alyssa’s schedule does not allow a timely start, she can connect individuals with three other therapists on her team who may be able to help.
Alyssa holds LPC, LPC-MH, and LMHC credentials, which indicate professional licenses to practice counseling and mental health treatment. She is a certified Brainspotting therapist, trained to work with PTSD, complex PTSD, and other trauma-related adaptations. She is additionally certified to work with individuals who follow Medicine Wheel traditions, integrating respect for cultural practices into care when appropriate.
Her training includes work with families and individuals affected by addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns, and she draws on established therapeutic methods to tailor support to each person’s needs. Prospective clients may reach out by email or phone to schedule an initial appointment; if Alyssa’s schedule does not allow a timely start, she can connect individuals with three other therapists on her team who may be able to help.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Alyssa “Petersen” Domel have?
Alyssa “Petersen” Domel has 9 years of experience.
Is Alyssa “Petersen” Domel a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds these credentials: LPC, LPC-MH, LMHC. License details: SD LPC LPC-MH30589, IA LMHC 109488.
In which languages does Alyssa “Petersen” Domel provide therapy?
English.
Where is Alyssa “Petersen” Domel located?
South Dakota.
How can I work with Alyssa “Petersen” Domel as my therapist?
You can work with Alyssa “Petersen” Domel through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Alyssa “Petersen” Domel work with international clients?
Alyssa “Petersen” Domel does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Alyssa “Petersen” Domel cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions for relationship and trauma work
Alyssa uses Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early connections shape current relationships and emotional patterns. This approach helps people address abandonment, attachment issues, communication problems, and family dynamics by focusing on relational needs and repairing connection.She also employs Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the client’s goals and perspective guide the work. This method is useful for building self-esteem, clarifying life purpose, and navigating major life changes.
In collaboration with each client, Alyssa will determine which approach or combination of approaches fits best based on goals, preferences, and presenting concerns. She frames this as a joint process - clients and the therapist together assess progress and adjust methods to find the most helpful path forward.
Online therapy offers multiple ways to engage, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make scheduling easier amid busy lives and geographic limitations. These options support continuity of care and flexible access to licensed professionals and therapists who can work with clients where they are.
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