Alyssa Sussdorf, LLPC

Call 616.295.8284 or email alyssasussdorf@gmail.com to book an appointment!
 
**Alyssa offers appointments in St. Joseph or via telehealth**

About Alyssa Sussdorf, MA, LLPC, NCC

 

I am a National Certified Counselor and Limited Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where children, adolescents, and young adults can feel seen, heard, and valued. I earned my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Andrews University and am currently pursuing my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology.

My counseling approach is both Person-Centered and Humanistic, rooted in the belief that every individual has the capacity for growth and healing when provided with empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuine connection. I also help clients explore how early experiences and relationships shape their sense of self and patterns of connection in the present.


I have experience working in medical settings and university counseling centers, supporting clients with concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, adoption, foster care, divorce, and identity development. While my foundation is Humanistic and Person-Centered, I also draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to provide clients with practical tools they can use in daily life.

About Alyssa:

Beyond my clinical work, I volunteer with Harbor of Hope’s community programs in Benton Harbor, which focus on promoting nonviolence and mental health awareness. In my free time, I enjoy walking my dog, watching sunsets, swimming, hiking, painting, dancing, singing, acting in plays, and enjoying musicals.
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Lexi Terpstra
16:16 16 May 25
My youngest son saw a therapist here and she was wonderful with him. My husband and I also have seen 2 therapist here and both helped us tremendously. We learned helpful tools to apply in real life situations in our marriage and individually. I would recommend this place to anyone 💚
Response from the owner 16:27 16 May 25
Thank you so much Lexi! So glad you had a good experience 🙂
Jeremy Hertz
00:00 07 Dec 24
I had been searching for a counselor when Hope & Wholeness had been mentioned as a possible fit. They were so right. Dr. Duckworth was amazing. He took the time to explore who i was, what was important to me, and what I needed. He helped me address many things from my past and take on things as they came. When our schedules conflicted I was able to meet with someone else and continue to get the help and support I needed. Cannot say enough good things about the staff.
Response from the owner 16:30 16 May 25
Thank you Jeremy!
Isaiah Grzybowski
21:08 02 Dec 24
I have worked with a couple different therapists at Hope and wholeness one for me personally and one for my wife and I. They have been so helpful and compassionate! Would highly recommend!
Response from the owner 16:30 16 May 25
Thank you Isaiah!
Lynne Ladner
21:37 27 Nov 24
Dr Duckworth is a compassionate and caring therapist. My work with him helped me through several major transitions in life, and I would recommend him and the Hope & Wholeness practice to anyone who asks, I have done so to many acquaintances.
Response from the owner 16:30 16 May 25
Thank you Lynne!
Nicholas Greenawalt
17:21 27 Nov 24
I did some work a while back here. The owner is super professional and very dedicated to his profession. He has great character. He has helped me out a lot!
Response from the owner 16:30 16 May 25
Thanks so much Nick!
Erin Ensing
15:08 27 Nov 24
I have had nothing but good experiences working with Hope & Wholeness! Easy on boarding and flexibility for in person or telehealth visits! Emily is phenomenal! And my kids see Kelley and Michelle and both love them! This facility has been influential in supporting our family's mental health.
Response from the owner 16:31 16 May 25
Thank you so much for the kind words Erin!