Alzheimer's Therapists in Falconer, NY

As of 3/16/20 teletherapy is offered to promote public health safety. I provide psychotherapy and evaluation services for clients of all ages with cognitive, psychological, developmental, learning and neurobehavioral disorders and needs. I am a registered nurse (in NYS) as well as a licenced psychologist (in NY and MI) with years of experience and welcome clients with serious, chronic and complex health conditions. I completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psycholgy from Columbia University, an Internship and Fellowship at Cornell University Medical College.

Life is tough and in these unsettled times, there does not seem to be enough hours in the day. So many factors can contribute to feelings of sadness, loss of confidence, worry and just being overwhelmed by it all. If you are shaking your head, and saying, “yes, that’s how I feel,” please know that you are not alone.

Finding the right therapist is sometimes challenging. I work to make individuals feel comfortable with the therapeutic process centered on a holistic and trauma-informed approach. My practice is grounded in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) which helps individuals shed themselves of beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that may hinder growth, healing, and personal transformation. Part of our work together may include finding balance while caring for a loved one, learning to gracefully handle life transitions, coping with life stressors and looking at past trauma with hope and healing.

Evening and weekend appointments now available! Ever feel stuck in life and didn’t know how to change it? Ever feel like nobody understands you? Did you ever want to create change and feel great but didn’t know how to start? Do you have stressful events happening in your life? Are you sad, anxious, and lonely? I’m here to help.

This is the Year For You.. A LCSW licensed clinical social worker ; my passion is to assist clients with unwanted symptoms & increase coping skills through Teletherapy or coaching. I build trust & a therapeutic alliance; a safe space to easily share “tough stuff” & begin reaching goals! I offer 18+ yrs. in the field, (homes, schools, agencies private practice). In NYC, Bronx, Buffalo & suburbs. Now, you can gain self-awareness, visualize goals, build skills & foster change in your life as others have(students, parents, MD’s & writers). Once you begin, you may feel even more inspired & successful! It’s about motivation & inspiration!

I am a licensed mental health and addictions counselor. I have over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults facing major life challenges, feeling overwhelmed by daily stressors, coping with grief and loss, experiencing depression, anxiety, and medical / chronic pain issues. My goal is to provide a safe place for you to process your thoughts, feelings, and any struggles that you may be experiencing, as well as offer empathetic listening and guidance.

Welcome! If you are struggling with low mood, tension, negative thoughts, self-doubt, and overthinking you have come to the right place. Dealing with today’s pressures and pace can be overwhelming. Issues of self-image and confidence crop up. Comparisons and depression can develop too. Role changes, loss, and relationship issues compound the development of our mental load. Working with the right person to uncover mental blocks, increase positive thinking patterns, and focus on what matters most to you can make a real difference in your psychological well-being.

I work with individuals and couples of all ages and backgrounds. Experience as a therapist includes community mental health & work with children, teens & parents (primarily in school settings). My therapy focus is on wholeness regardless of the problem, but to provide a context, the work I do addresses residual post-trauma effects, ADD, grief and loss, chronic depression, social (and other forms of) anxiety, and self-integration needs following separation and/or divorce. A therapeutic fit with a good counselor is a huge relief; it helps us recover an inner resilience we either lost or never knew we possessed.

Accepting NEW clients. Serving all of WNY via in office sessions located in the West Seneca/Elma area or telehealth. Life by design creates challenges. Some of these we can anticipate and prepare for while others we simply cannot. It is in the unexpected moments we may encounter feelings that are new to us, more intense than we have ever felt, and may seem unbearable. This can leave us feeling lost or hopeless. We are not lost. We are not hopeless. Allowing these feelings to be felt is key to moving forward through the experience. Sorting through these emotions will help us discover steps to relief that work for you.

Harmonia Collaborative Care provides assistance for a variety of issues and concerns, from moderate life adjustments to more severe mental health disorders. Our treatment team includes Clinical Psychologists, Clinical Social Workers, and Licensed Mental Health Counselors. They are diverse in training and offer years of experience.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a National Certified Counselor, and have earned a M.S.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Alfred University. After over 25 years as a professional in the film/television and music industries, I've embarked on a career in counseling with energy and passion to assist individuals with a variety of mental health and emotional challenges. As a dedicated and compassionate therapist, my approach is based on a foundation of person-centered and humanistic values. I believe that providing a safe, confidential, empathic and nonjudgmental environment is paramount to successful therapy.

GRIEF: A natural response after a loved one dies, family separates, job loss/change, a newly blended family, retirement, caregiving for someone you love, dealing with a difficult diagnosis, an unexpected change or losing a beloved pet. I help clients to learn about the waves of grief and develop a path towards healing.

Sometimes we can feel stress and lost with relationships, our families, and ourselves. We all need help. Someone to listen to up. You might wish you could improve your sex life in your romantic relationships, or change your family and relationships interactions. Maybe you want to live a calm and peaceful life and overcome past traumas that don't let you move on. Replaying your history over and over, wishing things were different. It might be the way you think and treat yourself that brought you here. Maybe you want to discover more about yourself and never knew how.

I approach each session with an open mind and without judgment. Creating a supportive space is very important to my work with clients and allows each session to count . I have worked with people from all walks of life and all levels of emotional and mental wellness. Over the last 14 years, most of my sessions included Solution Focused and Cognitive Behavior approaches, however I select the most appropriate clinical approach for each of my clients.

I have experience working with adults, children, couples, families and groups and treating a variety of diagnoses including anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, ADHD, PTSD, grief, eating disorders, OCD, self injury, mood disorders, personality disorders, and substance abuse. I often use mindfulness techniques, creative arts therapy, DBT and CBT to help clients find balance and joy.

Do you feel like you want to make some changes in your life but just don't know where to begin. You are certainly not alone to feel overwhelmed, stressed, sad and hopeless or lost. My approach is simple, direct, and focuses on trying to help you reduce conflicts and make you feel more secure with your decisions which ultimately helps improve your happiness and peace in life. Clients say they appreciate my warm and accepting approach and my diverse background. I believe therapy is a powerful experience involving trust which I take very seriously. I enjoy working with adolescents, families, couples, and individuals.

You need not allow fear and anxiety, depression and problematic relationships interfere with your daily experience.