Alyssa Buschert

BTh

MA (Cand), Psychotherapy Intern

Availability: Accepting new clients
Services Offered: Psychotherapy For Adults, Psychotherapy For Teens, Play Informed Therapy for Children
Location: In-Person (Waterloo), Virtual (across Ontario)

Hello! I’m Alyssa, a Master’s student in Spiritual Care & Psychotherapy, and I’m passionate about working with children, teens, and young adults. My journey has led me through leadership in community programs, summer camps, and educational settings, including my recent work as a supply educator in an early childhood forest and nature school. I believe in the power of creativity, storytelling, and meaningful connection to foster healing and growth. My goal is to provide a gentle and affirming space where your story is honoured, your strengths are celebrated, and healing can begin.

Why Work with Me

Choosing a therapist is a big step, and I want to be someone you can trust and feel at ease with. With my unique blend of experience in education, ministry leadership, and psychotherapy, I’m equipped to work closely with children, teens, and young adults. I specialize in supporting neurodiverse individuals, those navigating anxiety or trauma, and anyone looking to build emotional resilience, self-esteem, and meaningful connections. My therapeutic style is warm and collaborative, ensuring a nurturing space where you can feel supported to explore your emotions, navigate challenges, and cultivate self-compassion.

My Approach

I believe every person carries unique strengths and stories that deserve to be heard and valued. I take an integrative, person-centered approach that is trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming, blending creativity, empathy, and evidence-based strategies to support your unique journey toward healing and resilience. I use a variety of creative modalities such as play, narrative, and expressive arts-based therapy, alongside practical tools from DBT and SFBT. Whether you’re a parent seeking support for your child, a teen navigating social pressures, or a young adult exploring identity and life transitions, my goal is to walk alongside you as you uncover clarity, resilience, and joy.


I look forward to journeying with you as you explore healing, growth, and self-discovery in a supportive and affirming space!

    • Play-Based Therapy

    • Narrative Therapy

    • Attachment-Based Therapy

    • Expressive Arts-Based Therapy (Visual Arts & Music)

    • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

    • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

    • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

    • Children & Adolescents

    • Understanding & Regulating Emotions

    • Neurodiverse Clients (ADHD/ASD/HSP)

    • Social Skills & Peer Relationships

    • Self-Esteem & Self-Compassion

    • Perfectionism & Boundary Setting

    • Life Transitions & Coping Skills

    • Attachment & Inner Child Work

    • Identity Formation & Values Exploration

    • Spiritual Meaning-Making & Purpose

    • MA, Theology, Spiritual Care & Psychotherapy - In Progress

    • BTh, Worship & Creative Arts

    • Standard First Aid with CPR “C”

    • Sexual Violence Response Certification

    • Radical Mental Health First Aid/Suicide and Crisis Planning

    • Plan To Protect Training for Abuse Prevention

    • The Working Mind: Workplace Mental Health & Wellness

Now Offering Affordable Therapy

Affordable, quality psychotherapy and play-informed therapy from skilled interns, under the guidance of an experienced Registered Psychotherapist & Certified Play Therapist. Book now with no wait time.

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