SUMMARY:
In this episode, Alyssa Brouse, LCSW, shares her inspiring journey into the world of social work. As a first-generation college student, Alyssa overcame a challenging childhood and began her career working in a hospital kitchen. She reflects on the pivotal role a high school teacher played in sparking her confidence, setting off a ripple effect that led her to discover her passion for psychology and social work.
Alyssa opens up about the realities of being a social worker—the challenges, the rewards, and the misconceptions surrounding the field. She shares how her self-diagnosed ADHD has shaped her career choices, offering a candid perspective on navigating personal and professional growth.
The conversation explores essential topics such as self-care, managing vicarious trauma, and the ongoing need for fair compensation in social work. Alyssa also highlights the diverse opportunities within the profession and the transformative power of building meaningful connections with clients.
Her journey is a powerful testament to resilience, purpose, and the profound impact one person’s belief can have on another’s path.
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Alyssa Brouse, LCSW, is a dedicated mental health professional passionate about guiding individuals through life’s challenges. As Vice President of School-Based Services at TLC, Alyssa leads a team of mental health professionals providing critical support to school districts and their students.
With extensive experience spanning schools, hospitals, outpatient settings, and other clinical environments, Alyssa is uniquely equipped to support clients at various stages of life and care. Drawing from a diverse therapeutic toolkit that includes DBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy, and more, she tailors each experience to meet her clients’ unique needs.
Known for her compassionate and collaborative approach, Alyssa is deeply committed to helping individuals achieve healing and resilience while empowering her team to deliver impactful mental health support.
Connect with Alyssa on LinkedIn
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GT Freeman, PhD, is the President and CEO of The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth, an entrepreneurial social enterprise providing education, coaching, and counseling. His diverse background in education includes roles as an adjunct professor, senior evaluator for U.S. Department of Education grants, program director of executive education at a university, and headmaster of a private K-12 school. GT holds degrees in Engineering, Business Administration, and Organizational Leadership.
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The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth (TLC) is a social enterprise company serving the Greater Philadelphia Area. Founded in 1970 by a behavioral health hospital, TLC is an entrepreneurial nonprofit providing innovative education, coaching, and counseling services to individuals and families, as well as grant writing and management services for school districts and universities.
