Therapists in Niagara County, NY
Brittany Manchester
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lockport, NY 14094 (Online Only)
Have you been carrying a lot of emotions and experiences? I believe that therapy is the opportunity to talk freely without judgement, to someone who is ready to listen & help them unpack their struggles. For many people, exploring options for therapy may be something that feels uncomfortable or not encouraged by those around them. The courage and vulnerability to talk with someone new about your struggles such as being a new mom or struggling with body image and eating habits, should not go unseen.
Have you been carrying a lot of emotions and experiences? I believe that therapy is the opportunity to talk freely without judgement, to someone who is ready to listen & help them unpack their struggles. For many people, exploring options for therapy may be something that feels uncomfortable or not encouraged by those around them. The courage and vulnerability to talk with someone new about your struggles such as being a new mom or struggling with body image and eating habits, should not go unseen.
Teresa L Weston
Art Therapist, MS, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Tonawanda, NY 14120
Creatively facilitating a safe and therapeutic environment for youth and adults, with a focus on trauma; using Art Therapy, EMDR and talk therapy, both online and in person. Art Therapy and EMDR are highly effective ways of expression for many who have experienced trauma and have mental health concerns. I believe that building rapport and trust is one of the most important parts of the therapeutic relationship.
Creatively facilitating a safe and therapeutic environment for youth and adults, with a focus on trauma; using Art Therapy, EMDR and talk therapy, both online and in person. Art Therapy and EMDR are highly effective ways of expression for many who have experienced trauma and have mental health concerns. I believe that building rapport and trust is one of the most important parts of the therapeutic relationship.
Annie Coburn-Kane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wilson, NY 14172
Experiencing emotional pain and setbacks can lead our minds to limit us due to fear of failure, rejection, or abandonment. As your therapist my approach is supportive, compassionate, and practical. Together, we'll explore your past experiences, understand your symptoms, and develop a plan to help you live better. I utilize a holistic approach integrating various techniques, including EMDR, to personalize your treatment. I'll offer support and guidance as you build on your strengths and achieve personal growth.
Experiencing emotional pain and setbacks can lead our minds to limit us due to fear of failure, rejection, or abandonment. As your therapist my approach is supportive, compassionate, and practical. Together, we'll explore your past experiences, understand your symptoms, and develop a plan to help you live better. I utilize a holistic approach integrating various techniques, including EMDR, to personalize your treatment. I'll offer support and guidance as you build on your strengths and achieve personal growth.
Jacquie Chavers
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Lockport, NY 14094
Be proud of yourself. If you have found my profile, you have already taken the first step toward helping yourself, this may be the most difficult of them. For the second step, if you're looking for support toward healing past traumas or navigating any symptoms you may not even understand, such as anxiety or depression. If you're tired of "being over dramatic", having nightmares, panic attacks or even, struggling to get out of bed, take that second step. Therapy can be scary, but so can the thought of being stuck in the cycle your body and mind are finding you in now.
Be proud of yourself. If you have found my profile, you have already taken the first step toward helping yourself, this may be the most difficult of them. For the second step, if you're looking for support toward healing past traumas or navigating any symptoms you may not even understand, such as anxiety or depression. If you're tired of "being over dramatic", having nightmares, panic attacks or even, struggling to get out of bed, take that second step. Therapy can be scary, but so can the thought of being stuck in the cycle your body and mind are finding you in now.
Jessica Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Tonawanda, NY 14120 (Online Only)
I strive to meet my clients where they are at without judgment or expectation; to offer a guiding light in the storms of life and provide a safe harbor. My approach to therapy is to provide individuals with a person-centered and strengths-based partnership grounded in trauma-informed evidence-based practices.
I strive to meet my clients where they are at without judgment or expectation; to offer a guiding light in the storms of life and provide a safe harbor. My approach to therapy is to provide individuals with a person-centered and strengths-based partnership grounded in trauma-informed evidence-based practices.
WNY Holistic Counseling Center
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
Life can often be challenging. You may feel you've gotten "off track" and need some direction. You may be overwhelmed with things and don't know what to do or how to make it better. It may be starting to affect your relationships, and you don't know how to stop it. You may be wondering what's wrong with you and why this keeps happening, or whether you're depressed. Perhaps you're having panic attacks that come out of nowhere. Or maybe you seem to have developed social anxiety. Perhaps you just don't feel like yourself or aren't content with your life. You want things to be different, you just don't know how to make that happen. You might be wondering whether you're always going to feel this way. You've got a lot going for you, you've accomplished quite a bit, but it still feels like there's something missing. You're not sure what else to do. Most of us feel this way at some point in our lives. Especially when trying to handle the stress of life, relationships and the impact of certain events all at once.
Life can often be challenging. You may feel you've gotten "off track" and need some direction. You may be overwhelmed with things and don't know what to do or how to make it better. It may be starting to affect your relationships, and you don't know how to stop it. You may be wondering what's wrong with you and why this keeps happening, or whether you're depressed. Perhaps you're having panic attacks that come out of nowhere. Or maybe you seem to have developed social anxiety. Perhaps you just don't feel like yourself or aren't content with your life. You want things to be different, you just don't know how to make that happen. You might be wondering whether you're always going to feel this way. You've got a lot going for you, you've accomplished quite a bit, but it still feels like there's something missing. You're not sure what else to do. Most of us feel this way at some point in our lives. Especially when trying to handle the stress of life, relationships and the impact of certain events all at once.
Lindan Mark Jones
Counselor, LMSW, JD, MA
Verified Verified
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
Are you feeling directionless and alone? Are you struggling with gender or sexual orientation? Are you feeling like an imposter in your life? Are you having difficulty managing your emotions? Are you experiencing trauma in your life? Have you arrived at a transformative moment but are unsure how to begin to make changes? I offer a safe place to explore the opportunities and challenges of this critical moment, identify a path forward that reflects your values, and begin experiencing a more integrated, congruent, and authentic life.
Are you feeling directionless and alone? Are you struggling with gender or sexual orientation? Are you feeling like an imposter in your life? Are you having difficulty managing your emotions? Are you experiencing trauma in your life? Have you arrived at a transformative moment but are unsure how to begin to make changes? I offer a safe place to explore the opportunities and challenges of this critical moment, identify a path forward that reflects your values, and begin experiencing a more integrated, congruent, and authentic life.
Anna Marie Skop
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Tonawanda, NY 14120
Not accepting new clients
I am a trilingual Licensed Mental Health Therapist (English,French, Spanish) with experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I am trained in trauma resolution, CBT, and DBT. I have been practicing for over 14 years in various clinical and school settings, you can be certain that I will be a great source of support for referrals and advocacy needs. I am a solution-focused, person centered, strength-based and goal focused therapist. I use mostly evidence based practice therapy but my approach is holistic. Because I am solely working at my private practice, you can expect flexible individualized treatment.
I am a trilingual Licensed Mental Health Therapist (English,French, Spanish) with experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I am trained in trauma resolution, CBT, and DBT. I have been practicing for over 14 years in various clinical and school settings, you can be certain that I will be a great source of support for referrals and advocacy needs. I am a solution-focused, person centered, strength-based and goal focused therapist. I use mostly evidence based practice therapy but my approach is holistic. Because I am solely working at my private practice, you can expect flexible individualized treatment.
Online Therapists
Jacqueline V Grant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Buffalo, NY 14226 (Online Only)
I am dual licensed and provide therapy to New York and Colorado residents. In my 16 years of practice, I have found that no one story is alike and the path to our best self is as unique as the individual being supported. I provide therapeutic interventions at your pace and believe your story deserves a safe space where it can be shared.
I am dual licensed and provide therapy to New York and Colorado residents. In my 16 years of practice, I have found that no one story is alike and the path to our best self is as unique as the individual being supported. I provide therapeutic interventions at your pace and believe your story deserves a safe space where it can be shared.
Megan Black
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
East Rochester, NY 14445
I specialize in helping clients of all ages, with a primary focus on pre-K to adolescent children. I offer virtual appointments for adults during the week and in-person sessions on weekends. My goal is to improve functioning in the home, at school, at the workplace, and in relationships. I use a brain-based approach with attachment-based, mindfulness, play, narrative, and art therapy to address barriers and promote mental wellness. In my practice, I prioritize collaboration with parents when working with children to improve overall family functioning.
I specialize in helping clients of all ages, with a primary focus on pre-K to adolescent children. I offer virtual appointments for adults during the week and in-person sessions on weekends. My goal is to improve functioning in the home, at school, at the workplace, and in relationships. I use a brain-based approach with attachment-based, mindfulness, play, narrative, and art therapy to address barriers and promote mental wellness. In my practice, I prioritize collaboration with parents when working with children to improve overall family functioning.
Alisha Ost
Counselor, MS Ed, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hornell, NY 14843 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
Julia Massay-Donato
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14607 (Online Only)
Hi there! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been practicing for over 9 years with individuals, couples, parents and children. I specialize in issues around anxiety, life transitions, relationships, self-esteem, trauma, women and families. I have most experience working with young adults and couples and always work to initially create trust and comfort, so clients can gain strength in their vulnerability. I feel strongly that all individuals deserve to feel and experience their best selves, no matter what has happened in their lives. We have one life, and I want everyone to feel like they can enjoy theirs.
Hi there! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been practicing for over 9 years with individuals, couples, parents and children. I specialize in issues around anxiety, life transitions, relationships, self-esteem, trauma, women and families. I have most experience working with young adults and couples and always work to initially create trust and comfort, so clients can gain strength in their vulnerability. I feel strongly that all individuals deserve to feel and experience their best selves, no matter what has happened in their lives. We have one life, and I want everyone to feel like they can enjoy theirs.
Kara F Cross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14619 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Drawing from attachment-based, mindfulness, and parts work models, I support clients in uncovering their own innate capacity to heal and grow.
Therapy is a wonderful space to build resilience. Through cultivating awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and sensations, we can break unwanted patterns of avoidance, reactivity, or shutting down. Through replacing judgment with mindfulness and self-criticism with self-compassion, we gain a greater sense of agency. Through understanding ourselves within our biological, social, and historical context, we are reminded of a shared humanity.
Drawing from attachment-based, mindfulness, and parts work models, I support clients in uncovering their own innate capacity to heal and grow.
Therapy is a wonderful space to build resilience. Through cultivating awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and sensations, we can break unwanted patterns of avoidance, reactivity, or shutting down. Through replacing judgment with mindfulness and self-criticism with self-compassion, we gain a greater sense of agency. Through understanding ourselves within our biological, social, and historical context, we are reminded of a shared humanity.
Dr. Marisol Valencia-Payne
Psychologist, Psy D, M A
Verified Verified
Victor, NY 14564 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Dawn Garber
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, IMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14602 (Online Only)
As a 40-something with 15+ years of clinical experience in Marriage and Family Therapy, I have found that life is a journey of learning filled with twists and turns, many of which are beyond our power and control. It seems that when we are faced with the choices that naturally proceed from this journey, often we choose something not because it aligns with our highest value, but because it protects our unspoken vulnerabilities. If our greatest loyalty lies with our greatest fear or pain, then that fear or pain holds the potential to be either the cage that imprisons us or the opportunity that grows us to a new level of development.
As a 40-something with 15+ years of clinical experience in Marriage and Family Therapy, I have found that life is a journey of learning filled with twists and turns, many of which are beyond our power and control. It seems that when we are faced with the choices that naturally proceed from this journey, often we choose something not because it aligns with our highest value, but because it protects our unspoken vulnerabilities. If our greatest loyalty lies with our greatest fear or pain, then that fear or pain holds the potential to be either the cage that imprisons us or the opportunity that grows us to a new level of development.
Brittany Chenenko
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618
Accepting new clients! I specialize working with children and adolescents who are experiencing emotional, behavioral, and/or academic issues in school and/or at home, and I also offer parent consultations and coaching. I believe parents are an integral part of a child's healing, and I work closely with parents regarding parenting challenges and finding optimal ways to help your child. Together we can help your child recognize the emotions they are feeling, increase their self-control, and help them develop regulation skills.
Accepting new clients! I specialize working with children and adolescents who are experiencing emotional, behavioral, and/or academic issues in school and/or at home, and I also offer parent consultations and coaching. I believe parents are an integral part of a child's healing, and I work closely with parents regarding parenting challenges and finding optimal ways to help your child. Together we can help your child recognize the emotions they are feeling, increase their self-control, and help them develop regulation skills.
Be Embodied, LLC
Counselor, LMHC, PhD, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14217
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.
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.
Kristen Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Kristen, LCSW, CCATP, CCTP
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14612 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I love working with young people ages 12-24, as well as their families. Youth and families reach out when things become overwhelming with family or peer conflict, school issues, anxiety, depression, a trauma/loss, life/family transition, or something just isn't feeling quite right, and help is needed to identify what might be happening and how to start making progress towards feeling better.
I love working with young people ages 12-24, as well as their families. Youth and families reach out when things become overwhelming with family or peer conflict, school issues, anxiety, depression, a trauma/loss, life/family transition, or something just isn't feeling quite right, and help is needed to identify what might be happening and how to start making progress towards feeling better.
Anahata Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618
Waitlist for new clients
I love working with high performing and Motivated clients/couples with trauma who use therapy as an avenue for healing. I'm a holistic therapist that has a balance between being client centered and personally guiding the individual towards self. I enjoy helping clients explore relationship patterns that are no longer serving them. Working with children and adolescents, I include the entire family. I have experience with kids and teens. This work requires commitment and motivation to change current patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior. I believe accountability is paramount to change I provide a safe space.
I love working with high performing and Motivated clients/couples with trauma who use therapy as an avenue for healing. I'm a holistic therapist that has a balance between being client centered and personally guiding the individual towards self. I enjoy helping clients explore relationship patterns that are no longer serving them. Working with children and adolescents, I include the entire family. I have experience with kids and teens. This work requires commitment and motivation to change current patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior. I believe accountability is paramount to change I provide a safe space.
Maddie Lutter
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
East Aurora, NY 14052
I understand why there has been a recent rise in anxiety and depressive symptoms for many people of all ages. Major events and unexpected life changes can cause a significant amount of stress and anxiety. Stress can make us feel out of control and overwhelmed physically, mentally and emotionally. Things from our past can start to impact us more in our present. Relationships can seem more challenging and trusting ourselves almost impossible. Every person is different and when you take a closer look at every aspect of your life with help from an objective support it can help you see things more clearly and offer ways to cope.
I understand why there has been a recent rise in anxiety and depressive symptoms for many people of all ages. Major events and unexpected life changes can cause a significant amount of stress and anxiety. Stress can make us feel out of control and overwhelmed physically, mentally and emotionally. Things from our past can start to impact us more in our present. Relationships can seem more challenging and trusting ourselves almost impossible. Every person is different and when you take a closer look at every aspect of your life with help from an objective support it can help you see things more clearly and offer ways to cope.
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Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.