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Available both in-person and online
Orchard Park, NY 14127
Starting therapy can be a scary and also exciting time. You have decided to make a change! I work hard to create a safe, positive place for you to process, reflect and grow. I am a licensed mental health counselor and have been working in the field for 9 years. I have worked with all different populations and diagnoses and strive to build honest and solid therapeutic relationships with those that I work with.
I have extensive training in trauma informed care including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Progressive Counting. I also have experience with helping those with anxiety, panic, phobias, depression, and mood disorders. I see adults, children (ages 5-10), couples and families.
I pride myself on being an empathetic ear to those who need it. I invite you to reach out so we can start this journey together.
Take the first step to help. Call or Alissa Schmidt now - (716) 452-9488

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Illuminate Wellness Counseling and Psychiatry

Orchard Park, NY 14127

(716) 452-9488
My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Depression 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (716) 452-9488
Photo of Alissa Schmidt, Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Illuminate Wellness Counseling and Psychiatry

Orchard Park, NY 14127

(716) 452-9488
My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Depression 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $130
  • Couple Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • Independent Health
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Private Pay if not in network with the above mentioned insurance plans.
Photo of Alissa Schmidt, Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Alissa Schmidt
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (716) 452-9488
"
Private Pay if not in network with the above mentioned insurance plans.
Photo of Alissa Schmidt, Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Alissa Schmidt
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (716) 452-9488

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 011663 Alissa Schmidt
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • Attended University at Buffalo, Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2016
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Trinity School of Natural Health 2023
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Trained in Progressive Counting, which is a trauma processing intervention.
Photo of Alissa Schmidt, Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Alissa Schmidt
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (716) 452-9488
"
Trained in Progressive Counting, which is a trauma processing intervention.
Photo of Alissa Schmidt, Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Alissa Schmidt
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (716) 452-9488

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Behavioral Issues
  • Child
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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When you are looking for a place to heal you want to be seen, heard and validated. My approach using Progressive Counting, mindfulness, and other behavioral therapies allow that healing to take place in a safe, grounded place.
Photo of Alissa Schmidt, Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Alissa Schmidt
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (716) 452-9488
"
When you are looking for a place to heal you want to be seen, heard and validated. My approach using Progressive Counting, mindfulness, and other behavioral therapies allow that healing to take place in a safe, grounded place.
Photo of Alissa Schmidt, Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Alissa Schmidt
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (716) 452-9488


Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Certified Clinical Homeopathic Specialist
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Progressive Counting
  • Psychodynamic
  • Trauma Focused
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Alissa Schmidt
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (716) 452-9488
Photo of Alissa Schmidt, Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Alissa Schmidt
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (716) 452-9488

Location

Primary Location

Illuminate Wellness Counseling and Psychiatry

Orchard Park, NY 14127

(716) 452-9488
Photo of Alissa Schmidt, Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Alissa Schmidt
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (716) 452-9488
Photo of Alissa Schmidt, Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Alissa Schmidt
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (716) 452-9488