Alyssa Jesse Therapy

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Alyssa Jesse Therapy

hey there! we offer psychotherapy and coaching services in huntington woods, mi.

we're all about authenticity, connection, and making sure therapy is what you want it to be.

06/11/2026

so many people with bpd ask, “why do i keep ending up in the same relationships or repeating the same patterns?”

it’s not usually a lack of insight. it’s that these patterns formed for a reason.

when there’s a deep fear of abandonment or love has felt unpredictable, the nervous system prioritizes survival over security. this can look like people-pleasing, ignoring red flags, hypervigilance to mood shifts, constant reassurance seeking, or staying in unhealthy dynamics because being alone feels worse.

these aren’t signs you’re “too much” or incapable of healthy relationships. they’re protective strategies your brain learned to keep you connected and safe.

the hard part is that those same strategies can reinforce the cycles you’re trying to escape—people-pleasing builds resentment, reassurance seeking fuels anxiety, and staying in instability can normalize chaos as love.

breaking the cycle isn’t about overnight change. it’s about understanding the function behind the behavior, building tolerance for vulnerability, and slowly learning that connection doesn’t have to feel like constant fear.

healing is less about changing who you are and more about teaching your nervous system that safety in relationships is possible.

06/05/2026

this week, i found myself coming back to these themes again and again with clients. different stories, different struggles, but often the same reminders:

✨ it is not my responsibility to manage other people’s emotions.
there’s a difference between being caring and being responsible for someone else’s feelings. many of us learned that keeping the peace meant taking ownership of emotions that were never ours to carry. healthy relationships allow space for each person to have their own feelings without making someone else responsible for fixing them.

✨ being “dysregulated” is often a very appropriate response.
there’s such a strong push on social media to regulate our nervous systems at all times. while nervous system regulation can absolutely be a helpful tool, dysregulation itself is not always the problem. often, it’s information. it can be our mind and body communicating that something feels unsafe, overwhelming, unfair, or out of alignment. sometimes the goal isn’t to immediately regulate away the feeling - it’s to listen to what the feeling is trying to tell us.

✨ what looks like resentment may actually be grief.
sometimes resentment isn’t about wanting others to struggle - it’s about mourning what we needed and didn’t receive. support, understanding, protection, care, ease. underneath the frustration is often sadness for the experiences we had to navigate alone.

✨ healing isn’t something that happens to us - it’s something we actively participate in.
healing isn’t passive. it’s built through the small choices we make every day: setting boundaries, practicing self-compassion, tolerating discomfort, asking for help, and continuing to show up for ourselves even when it feels hard.

which one resonates with you most right now? 💛

05/21/2026

meet sarah 🤍

therapy with sarah feels warm, supportive, and genuinely caring. she creates a space where clients can slow down, feel heard, and explore the patterns and relationships that shape how they see themselves and connect with others.

she specializes in attachment, relationships, self-esteem, and lgbtq+ affirming care, helping clients better understand their emotional needs, build healthier connections, and feel more confident in who they are.

sarah’s approach is compassionate and collaborative, balancing insight with real support so therapy feels both grounding and meaningful.

✨ sarah recently opened up more availability in her schedule and currently has several openings available for new clients!

05/12/2026

meet alyssa 🤍

alyssa’s approach to therapy is warm, connected, and deeply rooted in helping people feel understood. she believes healing happens through real relationships - where you feel safe enough to be honest, curious about yourself, and supported through the hard parts.

her work blends compassion and connection with practical interventions that help clients better understand their emotions, patterns, relationships, and sense of self. she specializes in eating disorders, trauma, borderline personality disorder, and emotional literacy, helping clients move toward a life that feels more grounded, authentic, and sustainable.

therapy with alyssa is collaborative and human - creating space for both deep processing and meaningful change.

✨ alyssa currently has 1-2 openings available before taking maternity leave for 8 weeks this fall. if you’ve been considering starting therapy, now would be a good time to reach out!

04/29/2026

meet joe 🤍

therapy with joe feels approachable, supportive, and real. he brings a relaxed, easygoing energy into the room that makes it easier to open up and be yourself.

he works with mood disorders and adhd, and specializes in working with gay men - offering affirming, thoughtful care that understands the nuances of identity, relationships, and lived experience. he also provides lgbtq+ affirming care, creating a space where you don’t have to filter or explain who you are.

whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just trying to better understand how your mind works, joe meets you with patience, curiosity, and zero judgment.

his style is collaborative and practical - helping you make sense of what’s going on while also finding tools that actually fit your life.

if you’re looking for therapy that feels grounded, supportive, and easy to walk into, this could be a good place to start.

✨ openings available

04/26/2026

meet lindy 🤍

therapy with lindy feels real, grounded, and easy to settle into. she brings a genuine, down-to-earth energy that makes it easy to open up - no pressure to be perfect or have it all figured out.

she works with trauma and anxiety through a mix of emdr and holistic approaches, and is always open to exploring what healing looks like for you - including spiritual or non-traditional paths if that’s something you’re drawn to.

lindy also offers lgbtq+ affirming care, creating a space where you can show up fully as yourself and feel supported in the process.

her style is collaborative and flexible - meeting you where you are, and helping you move forward in a way that feels aligned, not forced.

if you’re looking for therapy that feels human, a little more intuitive, and tailored to you, this might be a good fit.

✨ openings available!

04/23/2026

meet sierra 🤍

therapy with sierra feels gentle, welcoming, and easy to settle into. she creates a space where you don’t have to mask, explain yourself perfectly, or fit into any kind of box.. you’re allowed to just be you 🤍

she’s passionate about neuro-affirming care and working with lgbtqia+ clients and those in non-traditional relationships. whether you’re exploring identity, navigating relationships, or learning new ways to cope through dbt skills, sierra meets you with warmth, respect, and real understanding.

her approach is soft but supportive - helping you feel safe enough to open up, while also giving you tools to move forward in a way that feels true to you.

if you’ve been looking for a space where you feel seen, accepted, and comfortable from the start, this could be it.

✨ openings available!

04/17/2026

over the next couple of weeks, we want to re-introduce ourselves, and give our most up to date availability! meet emma 🤍

emma’s style is warm, easy to talk to, and she truly meets you where you’re at - whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, substance use, or just feeling stuck and overwhelmed. her focus is helping you feel comfortable enough to explore.

if you’ve been on the fence about therapy, this is your reminder that it can feel safe, supportive, and very human.

✨ openings currently available! visit our website to connect with us.

04/07/2026

A quick refresher on our various areas of expertise! If you’re looking to connect yourself (or a client) with a new therapist - we’d love to be considered a part of the journey 🤍

03/17/2026

If you’re looking for a sign, this might just be it 😏

If you’ve spent a long time in survival mode, rest can feel uncomfortable.. or even wrong. But slowing down is how your system learns that it doesn’t have to stay on high alert forever.

Take a pause, take a rest, and revisit when you have more capacity 🤍

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26657 Woodward Avenue
Huntington Woods, MI

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http://www.alyssajessetherapy.com/

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