Our Team

Alyssa McKeeman, LPC

I am the owner of Blue Ridge Psychotherapy and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina. I have a Master's Degree (MEd) and Education Specialist Degree (EdS) Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Clemson University and a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology from Clemson.

I have been in the mental health field since 2013. I worked at a rape crisis center with victims of assault and abuse, at a group home with teenage offenders and trauma victims, and at a psychiatric hospital with depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicidal ideation.

I spent several years in Atlanta receiving extensive training and supervision in the field of eating disorders under the supervision of Dr. Amy Smith-Barnes at Midtown Psychotherapy Associates. I worked at Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at Clemson University while still maintaining a private practice in Atlanta before starting my own practice in Clemson in 2019.

I have demonstrated success in helping clients improve their quality of life by reducing the frequency and severity of eating disorder behaviors, maladaptive thinking patterns, and negative self talk.

Qualificatons

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Masters of Education (MEd) degree
Education Specialist (EdS) degree
Extensive trainings related to eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ocd and trauma

Experience

Practice owner since 2019
Private practice in Atlanta and Clemson since 2016
Previous staff counselor at college counseling center
Extensive experience treating adolescents and young adults with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma and ocd
Skilled with creating and maintaining team based care to include doctors, family members and dietitians

Amanda Tuttle, LPC

I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of South Carolina and Pennsylvania providing counseling to individuals, couples, and families who are looking for someone to work alongside them in navigating their current mental health needs. I have a Master's Degree (MEd) and Education Specialist Degree (EdS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Clemson University.

It is no secret how hard life can be. There are pressures coming at us from everywhere. Work, school, family, relationships-the list may seem endless. It can be difficult to cope with these stressors or life events that are thrown our way.

I specialize in trauma focused therapy for those who need the support, education, and skills to work through events that have happened. I want to work with you in discovering the best approach to heal and be our most authentic selves.

Although I have spent most of my education and career focusing on trauma, I also have substantial experience with a wide array of mental illness such as depression, anxiety, bipolar, and more. I am an EMDR therapist and utilize other techniques such as CBT, Family Systems, and other trauma focused therapies.

Qualificatons

Experience

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Masters of Education (MEd) degree
Education Specialist (EdS) degree
Extensive trainings EMDR, trauma, anxiety and eating disorders

Provided therapeutic services to adults and children of sexual abuse and trauma since 2015
Lead individual and family sessions to teach coping skills, appropriate communication, social skills, and relevant psychoeducational components
Counselor who supported clients with substance misuse through harm reduction programs
Facilitated groups for survivors of trauma
Collaborative support for clients in Eating Disorder Recovery

Rory Yegge, LMHC

I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida providing therapy to individuals, couples and families who are struggling with mental health concerns. I have a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Florida and two Bachelor’s Degrees in Psychology and Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of South Florida.

I began counseling working in a nonprofit organization serving children, youth, and families in a variety of programs. I often work with members of the LBGTQ+ community, survivors of trauma, and families in conflict. My work has also included marital and family counseling, particularly with LGBTQ+ family members and children with behavioral issues. Additionally, I'm skilled and able to work with a variety of individuals who are struggling with depression, general anxiety, feelings of overwhelming stress and trouble adjusting to changing life circumstances.

My approach to therapy utilizes family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and humanistic counseling.

Qualificatons

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Masters of Arts (MEd) degree in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling
Marriage and family therapy graduate certificate
Extensive trainings related to LGBTQ+ concerns, trauma, relationship and family conflict

Experience

Provided therapeutic services for youth and young adults following trauma, transitioning to adulthood, or experiencing suicidality and self harm
Facilitated group therapy services for youth and young adults to teach coping, communication, and life skills
Lead individual and family sessions for families in conflict, including but not limited to when families are struggling with a member’s gender or sexuality
Provided therapeutic services for individuals with behavioral and emotional regulation issues
Assisted clients with substance use through harm reduction strategies

Sarah Allen, LPCS

I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of South Carolina and I provide counseling to individuals who are looking for someone to help them work through their current life stressors. I have a Master's Degree (MEd) and Education Specialist Degree (EdS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Clemson University.

I help clients become the masters of their own lives again. I work with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and self harming behaviors. I also work with clients who are adjusting to new circumstances in their lives, having difficulty managing stress, or trouble navigating relationships and interpersonal conflict. I help clients work to build skills to regulate their emotions and thoughts effectively to become their own therapists.

I partner with clients to help them feel like the best versions of themselves. I believe clients are experts in their lives and I take my knowledge and training to help clients make effective change. I utilize an integrative approach using techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, ACT, the triphasic model, and behavioral activation.

Starting therapy can feel very overwhelming and scary. It is a very brave step to reach out for help. I encourage anyone considering therapy to reach out for a free consultation to determine if I would be a good match to help meet your goals.

Qualificatons

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPCS)
Masters of Education (MEd) degree
Coordinator of several mental health programs at a local university
Extensive trainings related to trauma, working with young adults, anxiety and depression

Experience

Provided therapeutic services to college students experiencing trauma related disorders, anxiety, depression, general stress
Facilitated individual and group sessions
Coordinator of the program that assists victims of sexual assault on a college campus
Coordinator of a therapy intern program for graduate level students

Leisha Morrison, LISW-CP

I am a licensed independent social worker in South Carolina. I obtained my Masters of Social Work from the University of South Carolina and Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Lee University in Cleveland, TN. For over 10 years, I have had the pleasure of working with adolescent and adult women struggling with eating disorders, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, postpartum, and life transitions.

Whether you're working to overcome binge eating, in the trenches of purging, overexercising, or restriction, struggling through postpartum, or simply desiring a better relationship with yourself and those around you, I would love the opportunity to get to know you. My primary goal in therapy is to work together to help you establish a better view of and relationship with yourself.

I am trained in CBT, DBT, and ACT, and continually strive to educate myself in evidence-based practices. I hope to begin building a therapeutic relationship from our first meeting so you feel comfortable and know you are welcome. Together, we will work to identify your strengths and reach your goals in a safe and supportive environment.

During our time together, you can expect to experience a non-judgmental and empathetic space to explore your emotions, develop new insight, and enhance communication. It is an honor to be a part of your journey and I look forward to working with you.

Qualificatons

Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice (LISW-CP)
Masters of Social Work
Extensive trainings in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma

Experience

Mentored adolescent girls in a therapeutic boarding school as well as within the foster care system
Provided therapeutic services to adults and adolescents with eating disorders since 2017
Lead individual, group, and family sessions to teach coping skills, improved communication, emotional regulation, and other relevant therapeutic skills
Provided support during meals for clients with eating disorders in higher levels of care
Collaborated with clients through antepartum and postpartum
Worked as a social worker in medical settings with aging, adult, and pediatric populations