Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Kenmore, NY

Our minds and bodies carry memories and scars of experiences endured and the emotions we have attached to them. We may not choose what happens to us, but the stories we have are ours alone. I see you as the expert of your own life and will work alongside you as you heal emotional wounds and unlearn behaviors that no longer serve you. I support young adults and adults who are confronting anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and challenges with self-esteem and relationships.

Working with a counselor can be anxiety provoking, so my focus is on helping you to feel at ease and create clear goals to make you feel better. I love to support clients in developing skills to manage emotions, build mindfulness in moving through pain, and find compassionate ways to heal.

Welcome! I am so glad you are here and have decided to take this important first step on a journey of self-discovery. My approach focuses on not only what is happening on the surface, but finding the root cause. Our experience of stressful or scary moments does not always end when the event itself stops occurring. Our brain and body hold on to reminders of these times, which can have consequences for our work, relationships and overall well-being. Using Eye-movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) we will be able to work together to achieve healing of both the past and the present.

It can be really challenging to navigate an ever-changing world, especially if we enter each season struggling to carry the weight of the past. We learn survival strategies that are often hard to unlearn, and it can feel like we will always be stuck in our same old patterns of suffering. I offer non-judgmental support to people who want to find more aliveness in their minds and bodies. Through this partnership, we aim to build your capacity to feel and deal with emotions in kind yet effective ways, and develop compassionate habits that can lead to self trust. In doing so, we can create more room for ease, meaning, and joy.

If you’re reading this, you already have the motivation to heal, the insight to know you need a change and the resourcefulness to seek support. You knew enough to get yourself to this page and I know enough to take you through the journey you may be scared of and yet eager for. Working as a specialist in eating disorders and trauma, I understand the highs and lows of being self-critical to the point of self-punishment, blaming yourself for the situation you are in and being stuck in an endless cycle of overriding your gut instinct in order to please others. Recognize that your intuition got you to these words.

As a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in providing care for individuals with a wide range of mental health concerns. Mental health disorders that I specialize in include, depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder, psychosis/schizophrenia, OCD, ADHD, and substance use disorders.

Emily specializes in working with adults who struggle with anxiety, stress, navigating life changes, and depression. She strives to provide a safe and comfortable environment for clients to freely discuss their thoughts and feelings without any judgement. Sometimes it can be hard to untangle the anxious thoughts that can arise for many reasons throughout our life, Emily aims to help you process and cope with these. Her psychotherapy approach provides so many benefits including emotional support, increased insight into yourself and challenges you may be experiencing, building coping skills, and fostering personal growth.

Taking the first steps towards working on yourself can be intimidating, but here you are, doing it. Take a moment to be proud of this step and know that you can take the next one too. If you find yourself in a situation where you're encountering obstacles and in the process of grappling with the weight of anxiety or depression or feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of adapting to significant life changes, I want to assure you that I may be the right person to guide you on your journey toward achieving your goals. I'm here to provide you with a compassionate and understanding approach.

Have you often felt lately that life has seemed increasingly overwhelming? Perhaps that each day you are just trying to get through, hoping the next day will be better... but left feeling more and more discouraged as each day passes? Do you struggle identifying your emotions or communicating how you feel in your interpersonal relationships? In my experience, many individuals often know something needs to change, but are understandably unsure of how or where to begin seeking help. If you are interested in understanding yourself better and how past experiences may be influencing current dynamics in your life, please reach out to me!

Our minds are incredible tools for experiencing life- and yet , the mind can so easily slip into anxiety and overthinking. Our memories can bring us joy and a sense of identity, but we can also get "stuck" in past patterns & hurts. Therapy is a unique type of relationship focused on your empowerment and growth. We'll work together to create awareness around those mental, emotional, and behavioral patterns. From here, we'll seek ways to implement positive, conscious changes, based on your personal values and desires.

From the moment you walk through our doors, you are welcomed into an atmosphere of soothing mindfulness and healing. You are invited to relax as you are greeted by our warm and welcoming staff. You are offered a space to be supported and empowered by the community of providers and teachers that await you. Since 2018, Be Embodied, LLC, has chosen to build a new paradigm. We are a holistic group practice that brings mental, physical and spiritual providers together under one roof to provide our community with the holistic, trauma informed, collaborative care they deserve.

Do you feel overwhelmed? Are you burned out? Do you feel that you're giving everything you have to everyone else? I believe we all need more balance in our lives and therapy can be helpful in restoring that balance. We will identify the current stressors and work together on developing additional healthy coping skills. We can find what may be missing in your current lifestyle. I believe in an integrative and holistic approach because “one size does-not fit all.”

I find great fulfillment in collaborating with individuals who have endured trauma. Witnessing their progress, healing, and transformation through the therapeutic process is a profound and uplifting experience. Observing individuals reclaim their personal agency, develop healthier relationships with themselves and others, and regain a sense of empowerment is the ultimate objective, among other achievements. I understand that embarking on a journey of healing can be difficult, but it is also a courageous endeavor. You deserve to take that vital step towards your healing process, and I am here to support you.

Feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or like the past is holding you back? Tired of being stuck in the same patterns and looking to make a change? Ready to move forward and build the life you want to lead?

As a passionate and dedicated art therapist with eight years of experience, I have witnessed the transformative power of creativity in healing and personal growth. Guided by empathy and compassion, I’ve helped individuals cope with emotional, psychological, and physical challenges. My therapeutic approach combines art techniques with evidence-based methods, fostering self-expression, self-awareness, and healing. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, memories, and coping strategies. My passion lies in helping people heal, grow, and reclaim their lives.

Deciding that you need therapy can be a difficult step, but a life changing step. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the Buffalo Area. I provide a non-judgmental and safe environment to help you accomplish your goals. My mission is to help clients navigate the struggles and challenges of life while reminding them to celebrate their strengths and successes.

Seeking out help is a difficult thing to do, and I'm glad you made this important first step. I'm Stacey, a licensed mental health counselor that works with adolescents and adults. Many of the patients that I have worked with have struggled with symptoms of anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, emotional regulation difficulties, and mood disorders.