In this episode, licensed clinical social worker, Alyssa Pressman shares her deeply personal and professional perspective on trauma-informed leadership in healthcare. As a BRCA1 genetic mutation carrier and “professional patient,” Alyssa offers insight into the emotional landscape of navigating the medical system—and how clinicians can lead with empathy, even in small, simple ways.

She unpacks how honoring a patient’s experience through trauma-informed and cultural humility strategies can radically shift outcomes. Alyssa offers tangible ways to how to truly see, hear, and care for the person in front of you.

Learn more about Alyssa:

Alyssa Pressman is a licensed therapist and certified coach from North Carolina currently living in Texas. She supports clients navigating difficulties in interpersonal relationships, health diagnoses/changes and people moving through transitional life periods. In addition to being a professional helper, Alyssa is a BRCA1 genetic mutation carrier and a brain tumor survivor. When not working she enjoys spending time with her husband and their pup Sage.

Connect with Alyssa:

Email: [email protected]