Today we’d like to introduce you to Alyssa Scolari.
Hi Alyssa, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
My journey into the world of mental health began with a deep-rooted desire to understand the human experience and help others navigate their most difficult moments. I started my academic path at The College of New Jersey, where I earned my Bachelor’s in Psychology, followed by a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rowan University.
My early career was shaped by “boots-on-the-ground” crisis work, which taught me more about resilience than any textbook ever could. I served as the lead counselor for Camden County’s Family Crisis Intervention Unit, working with children in the juvenile justice system. From there, I transitioned into a unique role as a counselor and consultant for the Gloucester Township Police Department. During that time, I was often on the front lines, providing immediate crisis counseling to families and individuals in the aftermath of traumatic incidents.
These experiences gave me a profound look at the impact of trauma on the human spirit, but they also showed me a gap in the specialized care available for long-term recovery—particularly regarding trauma and eating disorders.
Driven by a vision to create a space where clients felt truly seen and supported through their entire healing process, I founded See You Through It Counseling (SYTI Counseling). What started as my own solo practice in Laurel Springs, NJ, has grown into a group practice where we specialize in complex issues like PTSD, Eating Disorders, and OCD. Today, I am proud to be a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, an Approved Clinical Supervisor, and—perhaps most importantly—the owner of a practice that prioritizes collaborative, intuitive, and evidence-based care.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
I don’t think any entrepreneur—especially one in the mental health field—would say the road has been perfectly smooth. My journey has definitely had its share of “growing pains” as I transitioned from being a clinician to a business owner.
One of the biggest challenges early on was the emotional weight of the work I did with the Family Crisis Intervention Unit and the Gloucester Township Police Department. Being a first responder mental health consultant means you are often meeting people on the worst day of their lives. Learning how to hold space for that level of trauma while preventing burnout was a steep learning curve, but it ultimately made me a better advocate for the self-care of my own staff today.
On the business side, the struggle was learning the “language” of private practice. When you’re trained as a therapist, you aren’t necessarily taught how to manage a brand, navigate insurance complexities, or scale a group practice. Moving from a solo practitioner to leading a team at See You Through It Counseling required a total shift in mindset. I had to learn how to build a sustainable infrastructure that didn’t just support my clients, but also supported my clinicians, ensuring they have the environment they need to provide the best possible care.
The “road” has also involved the challenge of specialization. Entering the niche of eating disorders and complex trauma requires constant, rigorous training. There were times when the weight of the responsibility felt heavy, but every time a client makes a breakthrough or a clinician on my team feels empowered, it reaffirms that the bumps in the road were worth it to get where we are now.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
At See You Through It Counseling, we are a group mental health practice based in Laurel Springs, NJ, dedicated to providing specialized, compassionate care for individuals and couples. While I am the owner and an Approved Clinical Supervisor, I remain deeply involved in clinical work.
What I specialize in:
My primary expertise lies in the intersection of trauma (PTSD/Complex PTSD) and eating disorders (including Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, and Orthorexia). These are often deeply intertwined, and I use a combination of Psychodynamic therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Exposure-Response Prevention (ERP) to help clients find a path toward recovery. I am also licensed to see clients across New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
What we are known for:
In the community, we are known for being a practice that doesn’t just ask “how does that make you feel?” but rather works to truly see you through your healing. We provide the kind of support and tools that you can apply not just in the present moment, but in the future as well. We have a reputation for working with high-intensity situations, stemming from my background with the police department and crisis intervention. We are also quite popular for our unique team member, Noel, our therapy dog, who provides pet-assisted therapy—a service that truly helps break the ice and provide comfort in the therapy room.
What I am most proud of:
I am most proud of the team I have built and the culture of the practice. Growing from a solo practitioner to a group practice was a dream of mine because I wanted to expand the reach of quality trauma-informed care. Seeing the SYTI Counseling team provide life-changing support to our clients every day is incredibly rewarding. I’m also proud of the work we do with law enforcement and first responders; it’s a community that often feels misunderstood by the mental health world, and we take great pride in being a safe haven for them.
What sets us apart:
What sets us apart is our collaborative, intuitive approach. We don’t believe in a “one-size-fits-all” model. I tell my clients that while I have the clinical expertise, they are the experts on their own lives. We rely on their intuition and feedback to tailor the treatment. Furthermore, our ability to treat specialized niches—like the combination of OCD and eating disorders or providing trauma-informed couples therapy (Gottman Method)—allows us to help people who may have struggled to find the right “fit” with more generalized therapists.
What matters most to you?
What matters most to me—both as a person and as a clinician—is the power of “showing up.” In my years working in crisis intervention and police consulting, I saw people at their absolute lowest points. In those moments, what people needed wasn’t a magic wand or a perfect answer; they needed someone who wasn’t afraid of their pain and who was willing to sit in the trenches with them until the storm passed.
This is exactly why I named the practice See You Through It Counseling. To me, the “through it” part is the most important. Life, trauma, and recovery are rarely a straight line; there are detours, setbacks, and moments where it feels easier to give up. What matters most to me is ensuring that no one has to navigate those dark woods alone.
Building a practice where authenticity, safety, and persistence are the cornerstones matters to me because I believe that when people feel truly “seen,” they find the strength to heal. Whether it’s helping a client find peace with their body, supporting a first responder through PTSD, or simply being a steady presence for a teen in crisis, my goal is to provide a space where “seeing it through” becomes a shared mission.
On a personal level, this value extends to my life outside the office, too. Whether I’m spending time with my husband and our three dogs or rooting for the Phillies, I value being fully present and staying committed to the people (and pups!) I love. Life is about the connections we keep and the resilience we build together.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://seeyouthroughitcounseling.com
- Instagram: @see_you_through_it_counseling
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seeyouthroughitcounseling/
