Therapists in Dansville, NY

I am a multicultural, holistic, trauma-informed, LGBT+ affirmative therapist and a core believer in resiliency of human spirit. Though you may consider me as the professional/expert, you are the expert of your lived experiences. I strongly believe that the client has a right to both be a recipient as well as an influencer within the therapeutic relationship. My job as a therapist is to act as guide while you are empowered to tackle both inner and outer barriers. I aim to hold a space for those who may not have access to any other arenas to feel heard and understood.

Are you looking for a safe and supportive place to explore possibilities for change, growth, and healing in your life or in a relationship? Whether you're struggling to make sense of traumatic life experiences, navigating relationship, family, or parenting concerns, or simply want to improve your ability to prioritize and manage your own mental health and well-being, I'm here to help. Together, we will work to build a trusting and authentic relationship where you will feel validated, supported, and empowered as you work toward your counseling goals.

My goal as a clinician is to create a safe space where we can work through issues that may be causing you distress, and eventually celebrate your positive growth. I may be a particularly good fit for those seeking support around interpersonal relationships, life transitions, trauma, anxiety or depression. Together, we will explore the patterns in your life that are no longer serving you. I am also a certified perinatal mental health provider and have a special interest in working with folks navigating challenges around parenthood including postpartum depression/anxiety, birth trauma, pregnancy loss and infertility.

As human beings, we find ourselves in "the comfortable and familiar," and sometimes those are not effective in our lives. I believe that regardless of our differences, environments, cultures and trauma histories, we all have the same core needs; safety, belonging, love, validation, attunement and healthy attachments. With attuning to clients and experiencing my own healing journey, I am in awe of the human experience people's resilience. You already know how to cope and survive. If you want transformation and transcendence, join me and let's get to the root of the suffering.

I believe psychotherapy should be tailored to each individual's unique goals and that a safe, supportive therapeutic space can lead to healing for so many! My primary experience has been working with individuals struggling with eating disorders (ARFID experience included!), anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, body image, adjustments/transitions, and relationships. I also offer faith-based counseling as requested by clients. I have years of experience working with college students, though I accept adolescents and beyond! I am committed to creating a non-judgmental and validating space for all I have the honor of working with.

If you are struggling in your life - if you feel unhappy in relationships, wish to feel more confident, are working through grief, loss, or trauma, or need support in coping with a new stage of life - therapy can help. It can be painful to go through such challenges alone. I aim to build a therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, acceptance, and compassion. Together, we can work to develop new awareness and insight, build coping strategies to deal with stress, and improve your quality of life.

When you are considering treatment for your mental health needs such as anxiety management or overcoming childhood trauma and self doubt, you need to consider who is out there that can empathize with you and provide insight and perspective that aligns with your future goals and aspirations. Whether you are a pre-teen of an elder adult you are looking for someone who has experience with multiple phases of life and will listen and validate your concerns and ideas.

Currently accepting in person clients for weekday appointments between 9a-2p and virtual clients after 4p. I enjoy working with people of all ages who are striving to move through and process the difficult life experiences, changes and transitions we all experience such as grief & loss, divorce, trauma, addictions of all kinds, parenting and behavioral problems in children and adolescents.

Reaching out is often the toughest step and it is very important (and can be rewarding) to find the right fit! Each individual has their own unique story and experiences and therefore deserving of an individualized approach to therapy. The therapeutic relationship should foster one's personal journey to self exploration and growth. My goal is to help you find your best fit and support you in your personal growth, healing, and self-empowering journey. My approach is often described as supportive, warm, empowering, challenging (when you need it), and humorous.

Life is hard. Time flies by and you often feel you no longer can keep up with daily life. You feel like you aren’t being your authentic self and have no time left for you by the end of the day. Everyone else’s needs come first and you have difficulty saying no or setting limits that feel good. Your relationships struggle. Your emotions often feel out of control and unmanageable. Loved ones make comments that you’re too “sensitive” or “dramatic”. Your daily life is suffering and you no longer know how to reach your goals, you may no longer even know what your goals are. You just know you’re unhappy and something needs to change.

Current openings. www.jhigginscounseling.com/contact to request a free telephone consultation. Do you ever feel stuck? Find yourself worrying about the future? Or find yourself dwelling on or re-living events from the past? What about comparing yourself to others, or criticizing yourself or those around you? Maybe creating rules for yourself that feel limiting? You may have tried to solve these problems by getting rid of them, avoiding them, outsmarting them, or overpowering them. While natural, it's often unhelpful with thoughts, feelings, memories, sensations, and urges.

In my work as a therapist, I have helped children, families, parents, and adults cope with and overcome a wide range of challenges such as PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, anger and stress management, parenting and relationship challenges, and life transitions. In the process of doing so, I have learned that we all possess a tremendous capacity for healing and growth.

What makes me unique as a clinician and professional is my steadfast dedication to helping others on a path to a happy and healthy life. I help clients achieve this through a focus on their short term and long term goals and am highly effective as a compassion-focused, culturally sensitive and strengths-based clinician, comfortable serving a range of racial and ethnic backgrounds and ages. I am well trained to advocate for clients coping with anxiety, chronic illnesses, trauma and LGBTQ issues. I practice through a lens of self-compassion, cultural affirmation, attachment theory and solution-focused therapy.

I have experience spanning over thirty years and have worked with a wide variety of clients and famililes from diverse backgrounds and with a wide array of presenting issues. I have a passion for families and multigenerational issues as well as individual clients from such families.

As of 4/19/2024 I am able to accept 1-2 more new clients. Thank you for checking out my page! I have over 20 years experience helping clients from diverse backgrounds with a variety of issues. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, aging, death & dying, caregiving, grief, loss, adolescents and families. If you are looking for support related to the stressors of life transitions, depression, anxiety or other mental health challenges, please call me for a free 15 minute consultation to see if we are a good fit!

I help clients, of all ages, overcome adversity to lead rich, full, and meaningful lives. Sometimes clients reach out with specific issues they would like to work on and sometimes clients aren't sure what exactly the "problem" is, they just aren't happy or satisfied. My job is to walk along side you and help you uncover and live your truth in a warm and therapeutic way. I safely encourage the best of the people I work with, even when they aren't feeling like that is possible. Life is constantly changing and I can help you find your way.

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.

I am a full-time practioner, and have been a therapist for over 30 years. I have worked in many different settings. I am not accepting new clients, other than the folks i have already communicated with. Trust is an important part of any relationship. I understand that it is something that is created slowly, and maintained over time. I often serve as someone who bears witness to the stories people bring with them. By listening to those that come to see me, I better understand their experiences and then have an opportunity to assist them to fully heal.