Alyssa Sydor, LMHC
New York LMHC specializing in anxiety and eating
- Stress and anxiety
- Eating and body image
- Evening and weekend availability
About Alyssa Sydor
Alyssa Sydor is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with 15 years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, eating and body image concerns, self-esteem and career challenges, and depression. Her work also addresses related issues such as abandonment, attachment and communication difficulties, chronic illness and pain, caregiver stress, substance concerns, impulsivity, and family dynamics.
Alyssa creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly. She draws on evidence-based methods while tailoring support to each person’s needs, helping clients build motivation, insight, and practical coping skills. Her approach blends attentive listening with structured strategies to address both immediate symptoms and underlying patterns.
As an LMHC, Alyssa holds a professional license to provide mental health counseling in New York. She makes herself available for appointments early in the morning before the business day begins, in the late evenings, and on weekends when possible. Prospective clients are encouraged to check her schedule to confirm that her availability matches their needs. Alyssa welcomes the opportunity to support individuals taking the first steps toward greater well-being and life satisfaction.
Alyssa creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly. She draws on evidence-based methods while tailoring support to each person’s needs, helping clients build motivation, insight, and practical coping skills. Her approach blends attentive listening with structured strategies to address both immediate symptoms and underlying patterns.
As an LMHC, Alyssa holds a professional license to provide mental health counseling in New York. She makes herself available for appointments early in the morning before the business day begins, in the late evenings, and on weekends when possible. Prospective clients are encouraged to check her schedule to confirm that her availability matches their needs. Alyssa welcomes the opportunity to support individuals taking the first steps toward greater well-being and life satisfaction.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Alyssa Sydor have?
Alyssa has 15 years of professional experience in mental health care.
Is Alyssa Sydor a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: NY LMHC 005121.
In which languages does Alyssa Sydor provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Alyssa Sydor located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Alyssa Sydor as my therapist?
You can work with Alyssa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Alyssa Sydor work with international clients?
No. Alyssa does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Alyssa Sydor cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and Alyssa’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches That Guide Online Care
Alyssa often integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) when working remotely. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nondirective relationship where the therapist offers acceptance and support so clients can explore their thoughts and values; this approach is helpful for building self-esteem, processing attachment or abandonment concerns, and finding clarity around life decisions. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors through practical exercises and skills training, which can reduce anxiety, manage stress, and address mood and eating-related challenges.She may also draw on elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to teach emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills when impulsivity or intense emotions are central concerns. Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative process - Alyssa partners with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences and adapts the plan as therapy progresses.
Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people balancing work, caregiving, or medical needs. These formats make therapy more accessible across different schedules and allow consistent support even when in-person visits are difficult. Licensed professionals can use these tools to deliver structured, skill-based work and relational support in ways that fit each client’s life.