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Ali Buchanan
LPMFT
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Ali Buchanan

LPMFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14625
Let's Connect (585) 940-2972
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If you're looking to strengthen or repair your relationship, address a specific individual challenge, or overcome general feelings of discontentment, I am here to help. My approach is warm, inclusive, and collaborative, providing a non-judgmental space where you can feel safe and respected, regardless of your background or identity. Starting therapy can be daunting, but together we can create positive and lasting change, helping you feel less stuck in your life and relationships.
As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I guide couples and individuals through life's many challenges. Together, we will identify and transform unhelpful dynamics into healthier patterns. You will gain tools to improve communication, navigate life transitions, set boundaries, heal infidelity, enhance intimacy, manage emotions, resolve conflict, and more.
When working with couples, I provide compassion and structure so both partners can share their experiences openly. Respect and accountability are key aspects of the process as I encourage each partner to begin making changes for the good of the relationship. I encourage you to reach out to see if we might be a good fit.
Call or Ali Buchanan now for a free 15 minute consultation - (585) 940-2972

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Rochester, NY 14625

(585) 940-2972
I have evening and weekend availability in-person or online.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Infidelity 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (585) 940-2972
Photo of Ali Buchanan, LPMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Rochester, NY 14625

(585) 940-2972
I have evening and weekend availability in-person or online.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Infidelity 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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All services are private pay. Couples therapy is not covered by insurance; individual therapy may be eligible for partial reimbursement with a superbill. FSA and HSA funds may be used.
Photo of Ali Buchanan, LPMFT
Ali Buchanan
LPMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (585) 940-2972
"
All services are private pay. Couples therapy is not covered by insurance; individual therapy may be eligible for partial reimbursement with a superbill. FSA and HSA funds may be used.
Photo of Ali Buchanan, LPMFT
Ali Buchanan
LPMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (585) 940-2972

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of New York / P127426 Supervised by Despina Mitchell (New York / 001001) Ali Buchanan
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Syracuse University , M.S. Marriage & Family Therapy
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Ali Buchanan
LPMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (585) 940-2972
Photo of Ali Buchanan, LPMFT
Ali Buchanan
LPMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (585) 940-2972

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Infidelity

Expertise

  • Behavioral Issues
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Infertility
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues
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Ali Buchanan
LPMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (585) 940-2972
Photo of Ali Buchanan, LPMFT
Ali Buchanan
LPMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (585) 940-2972

Endorsement

Juliana Posato
Juliana Posato
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Ali is a kind, thoughtful, and insightful therapist. During my time in working with her, I have seen her provide care that is professional, friendly, and relatable. Seeing her connect with clients at a true human level has been a privilege to see!

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Gottman Method
  • Imago
  • Integrative
  • Narrative
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Structural Family Therapy
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Ali Buchanan
LPMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (585) 940-2972
Photo of Ali Buchanan, LPMFT
Ali Buchanan
LPMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (585) 940-2972

Location

Primary Location

Rochester, NY 14625

(585) 940-2972
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I have evening and weekend availability in-person or online.
Photo of Ali Buchanan, LPMFT
Ali Buchanan
LPMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (585) 940-2972
"
I have evening and weekend availability in-person or online.
Photo of Ali Buchanan, LPMFT
Ali Buchanan
LPMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (585) 940-2972