A Heartfelt Practice Update:

From the time I was 13 years old, I knew I wanted to be a therapist. The mind and how it worked fascinated me. I was always curious, continuously questioning, and outright relentless in my pursuit to better understand. That calling only grew stronger over the years and, before I knew it, I was helping women live their most fulfilling lives and, in turn, pushing myself to do the same in mine. Supporting women in their mental health journey is not just my profession; it has been the work of my heart. Every session, every moment of connection, and every step of progress I’ve been privileged to witness has been profoundly meaningful to me.

Within my therapy work, I also served as a provider for Flatwater, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing access to mental health therapy and support for individuals and families navigating the challenges of cancer. This mission is close to my heart and one I’ve championed over the last ten years as a volunteer, fundraiser, therapist, board member, and Vice Chair.

Alongside building and running my private practice, I also ran Guaranteed To Wrinkle, a women’s membership community here in Austin, and produced intimate and large scale events all over town. My work certainly kept me busy, but truthfully, I felt abundant joy in it all and thrived off of the deep well of passion I have for bringing people together with purpose and intention.

Needless to say, I had a very full, albeit happy, plate.

All of which brings me to a bittersweet update. As the need for mental health support grows and the non-profit I hold dear continues to evolve, I was asked to step into the role of Executive Director at Flatwater. After much reflection and consideration, I felt called to say yes.

I’ve always said “be where your feet are,” so I know that to do any heart work well, I must fully commit. And with that, I will no longer be offering direct client care.

To each of you who I’ve had the pleasure of connecting with, thank you for trusting me with your story and allowing me to walk alongside you. The time I’ve spent doing this work has been deeply meaningful to me, and it’s been an honor to witness the courage, growth, and willingness to engage in this work. It has been, and will always remain, one of the greatest honors of my life to sit with women in their most honest, vulnerable moments and to be entrusted with their healing.

That commitment continues, even as I step into a role that broadens the way I can contribute to mental health and well-being in our community.

If you have any questions, or would like to connect, please email me at hello@loventuretherapy.com.

Rooting for you always,

Alyssa