Alyssa
Founder of All Things Allergies
I’m Alyssa — The voice behind All Things Allergies. With an endless list of allergies that served as my “fun fact” during every icebreaker, All Things Allergies was built to be a space for guidance, connection, and understanding — Highlighting the realities of young adulthood with severe allergies.
The impact of allergy is felt far beyond physical health. With lived experience of food allergy anxiety myself, All Things Allergies is dedicated to raising awareness of the mental health challenges that accompany allergic disease management. This space explores the social, emotional, and psychological sides of living with allergies—offering insight, validation, and practical strategies for navigating daily life with greater confidence and support.
About Me
- Allergic to Peanuts
- Doctor of Clinical Psychology (PsyD)
- Proud Midwesterner
- Featured in The Washington Post: “For Students with Food Allergies, College Campuses Can Be Hazardous” By Katie Camero
Frequently Asked Questions
What are you allergic to?
I currently “only” manage a peanut allergy. I grew out of my tree nut, seafood, and legume allergies in my early 20s. As a child I also avoided raw eggs and several fruits due to Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS).
How did you grow out of your allergies?
I wish I had a secret to share, but I was one of the lucky ones who grew out of their allergies naturally over time. I was cleared for food challenges of tree nuts, seafood, and legumes at 24 years old.
Have you done any allergy treatments?
No immunotherapies or biologics for me — So far! I am hoping to begin allergy shots for pet dander in the near future.
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