What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Exactly what I’m looking for.. someone who specializes in relationships which is the area I’m really struggling with. Very friendly demeanor and was very encouraging. ”
Pam G.November 27, 2023Video visit
About Alyssa Scarano
Focus areas
Anxiety
Family Issues
Relationship Struggles
Burnout
Loneliness
Self Esteem Issues
Couples Therapy
Parenting Counseling
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Emotionally Focused
Coaching
Experiential Therapy
Compassion Focused
Family Systems
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Alyssa Scarano
Private-Pay Therapy | Relationship-Focused | Healing Childhood & Relational Wounds
At the core of my work is the belief that the relationship we build together is the foundation for healing.
Many of the people who find their way to me have spent much of their lives holding themselves together — being the strong one, the responsible one, the one who adapts. On the outside, they may function well. On the inside, they often feel overwhelmed, self-critical, disconnected, or unsure why relationships feel so hard despite how much effort they put in.
I understand how deeply confusing and lonely it can feel to carry emotions you don’t fully have language for — to question yourself, to wonder why things feel harder for you than they seem to for others, or to live with a quiet sense of shame or self-doubt that’s difficult to explain. Many of these patterns begin early, in relationships where safety, attunement, or emotional consistency were missing or unpredictable.
My work is grounded in the belief that healing happens through relationship — through being seen, understood, and emotionally held in a way that may not have been available to you before.
Please note: I am a private-pay provider and do not accept insurance. I can provide superbills upon request.
Rates:
• Initial session: $200 / 55 minutes
• Ongoing sessions: $200–$250 / 55 minutes
What should a new client know about working with you?
I am deeply aware of the privilege it is to be invited into someone’s inner world. I approach this work with care, humility, and respect for how vulnerable it is to let another person witness your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
Therapy with me is not about fixing you. It’s about sitting with you in the places that feel confusing, heavy, or painful, and helping you make sense of them with compassion and clarity.
Many of the clients I work with have learned to survive by being strong, self-sufficient, or emotionally attuned to others. Over time, this can lead to self-criticism, emotional exhaustion, people-pleasing, or a sense of being disconnected from one’s own needs.
In our work together, I aim to offer something many people have never fully experienced before: a relationship that feels safe, steady, and emotionally attuned. A space where you don’t have to perform, explain yourself, or carry everything alone.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I specialize in relationship-focused therapy and take an integrative, depth-oriented approach informed by attachment theory, family systems, and relational psychotherapy.
I often describe my role as sitting with you in the “cave” of your emotional experience — noticing what you feel, what you’ve learned to carry, and how you’ve learned to survive. I’m there with you in it, while also holding a wider perspective that helps you begin to feel safer, more grounded, and less alone.
Our work often includes:
-Exploring early relational and emotional experiences
-Identifying patterns of self-criticism, shame, or over-responsibility
-Understanding how past relationships shape present ones
-Building emotional safety, self-trust, and self-compassion
Together, we work to gently shift patterns that no longer serve you, at a pace that feels supportive and sustainable.
Above all, my goal is to offer you a different experience of relationship —one rooted in safety, attunement, and respect — so that over time, you can begin to experience those qualities within yourself and in your life.
Please note: I am a private-pay provider and do not accept insurance. Superbills are available upon request.
Alyssa Scarano, LPC, LMHC is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 55 minutes
Ongoing session: $200-250 for 55 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
My approach honors both where you’ve been and where you’re trying to go.
Together, we will work to understand how past experiences and relationships have shaped you, while also focusing on what you need right now to feel more stable, supported, and grounded in your life. Alongside insight and emotional processing, my practice offers practical, individualized tools to help you make real, tangible changes — so healing doesn’t stay theoretical, but becomes something you can feel and experience in daily life.
I offer private-pay therapy and am happy to provide a superbill upon request for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Please note that reimbursement is determined by your insurance provider and cannot be guaranteed.
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- National Board for Certified Counselors
Education and training
- Canisius College, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Canisius College, Master's in School Counseling
NPI number
1306329115
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Great experience. My tech capabilities weren’t the greatest she helped me.
June 28, 2023Ana J.Verified patientVideo visit
Exactly what I’m looking for.. someone who specializes in relationships which is the area I’m really struggling with. Very friendly demeanor and was very encouraging.
November 27, 2023Pam G.Verified patientVideo visit
May 17, 2024Ebony M.Verified patientVideo visit
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How soon can I make an appointment with Alyssa Scarano?
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Is Alyssa Scarano accepting new patients?
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Does Alyssa Scarano accept my insurance?
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What practice does Alyssa Scarano work with?
Alyssa Scarano works with The Collective Therapy & Wellness.
Which board certifications does Alyssa Scarano have?
Alyssa Scarano is certified by National Board for Certified Counselors.
What are common reasons for patients to see Alyssa Scarano?
Alyssa Scarano frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Alyssa Scarano on their profile.
What languages does Alyssa Scarano speak?
Alyssa Scarano speaks English.
How do patients rate Alyssa Scarano in reviews?
6 patients have reviewed Alyssa Scarano. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.