Meet dr. Alicia Rozycki,
licensed psychologist &
owner of arose etherapy®
I'm passionate about creating a safe space for my clients to open up and share whatever is weighing on them, without feeling the need to be perfect. I love watching stress slip away as they design a life they truly love.
I just feel so happy for my clients when they notice they are handling things from a much better space than before. I wish that for everyone, and it’s my joy to watch that process unfold one person at a time.
release anxiety, set boundaries,
reclaim your purpose
After spending most of my career working as a military psychologist, I shifted to the civilian sector and was drawn to working with women who were high achieving and successful but bogged down from overdoing. They had too much on their to-do lists. They were usually carrying the load of a loved one who was not pulling their own weight.
I connected with them because I have been in that position personally. After making shifts in my own life, I experienced just how much better life could be!
Living in balance, being true to yourself, and setting limits was the key. I understood the place those women had gotten to and wanted them to experience the healing I had experienced.
Life is just too good on the other side—living the life you want to live, by your own design. I want as many women as possible to experience that transformation, and this guides the focus of AROSE eTherapy®.
what is your approach to therapy?
My approach begins with alleviating acute distress you may be feeling. Once you get sleep, reduce anxiety, and lift depression, you'll be able to move forward in addressing deeper issues. Usually underneath the acute symptoms are negative feelings and confusion about direction, purpose, or roles.
I work with clients to understand their life story and how that has created patterns that are no longer useful. In identifying patterns and reactions together, you'll have the awareness and insight to make changes.
With the clarity you now have, you can consciously decide how you want to go forward. I want you to believe in yourself so that you can stop self-judgment and trust yourself and your decisions.
With this, you'll have the confidence to make changes like setting boundaries, leaving toxic environments, and saying yes to self-care. You'll see your energy return and enjoy engaging in activities that are fun and nurturing.
You'll be convinced that you deserve your best life.
life outside therapy
Through life, education, and work, I life have lived in New York, Maryland, Texas (twice!), New Jersey, Florida, Colorado, and now Germany, with plans for more relocation as a military spouse. We’re enjoying life in Deutschland, and our 3 dogs, Lucy, Ethel, and Tocino, have also embraced German culture!
In my free time, I enjoy cooking with my husband, watching our favorite shows, and travelling. I take work breaks by walking our dogs. I’m an art lover. I enjoy taking painting classes, studying interior decorating, and visiting museums and galleries. I also love all kinds of music and play classical piano. Cycling and practicing yoga are my happy places. And I root, root root for my home team, the New York Yankees.
Do you suggest homework, activities, or readings between sessions?
YES! I have found over the years that most clients I work with are hungry for solutions. They want to work. They want to get better. They like to end a session with something tangible to work on until we meet again. I believe working on activities in between sessions accelerates healing and growth. For me it's a matter of curating the right activity for each individual.
I take into account your learning style, your likes and dislikes, and what type of activities will be right for you specifically. In addition to recommending well-established readings or exercises, this is also a place where my own creativity comes into play as ideas for specific writing or artistic assignments or ways to custom tailor activities come to life as I hear someone's life story and needs.
what experience do you have in psychology?
During my 17+ years as a psychologist I have offered therapy, administered psychological tests, conducted research (see Press & Publications), and taught college courses.
Most of my career has been working as a military psychologist across all branches of service. I am also a military spouse. I have a deep respect for the military community and really enjoy working with military members, veterans, spouses, and government employees.
My career has also included a focus on health psychology. I have worked extensively with older adults and caregivers in nursing homes and assisted living. I have practiced in primary care offices, neurology clinics, cancer centers, diabetes centers, addiction units, and bariatric surgery practices. I have also specialized in addictions and codependency, working with both individuals with addictions as well as their family members.
In addition to private practice, I have also worked in in-patient psychiatry settings assessing and treating more severe cases of psychological disorders.
Some of my most enjoyable work has come from teaching college courses such as Psychology and the Arts, Drugs Alcohol, and Behavior, Introduction to Psychology, Psychology of Adjustment, and Social Inequality.
Research projects have explored women’s career development, emerging adulthood, group therapy in correctional settings, and tattoos.
I’ve assessed and treated a range of psychological concerns. I feel this broad background can be an asset in helping address concerns you may have for yourself or loved ones.
selected credentials & Education
MA in Psychology, Texas Tech University
BS Cum Laude with Honors in Psychology, University of Maryland, College Park
BA in Studio Art, University of Maryland
DSA Certified Residential Interior Designer, Florida State College at Jacksonville
Florida Licensed Psychologist PY9817
Colorado Licensed Psychologist PSY.0005411
Pennsylvania Licensed Psychologist PS019579
Maryland Licensed Psychologist #06810
Board Certified Telehealth Professional Level II from Telebehavioral.org
Member National Register of Health Services Psychologists #64041
Internship New Jersey VA Healthcare System
Presidential Citation 2018, APA Division 10, The Society for the Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity, and the Arts
Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) per PSYPACT Commission (inactive with international location)
