Therapists in Yates County, NY

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.

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.

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.

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.

Note: I am transitioning to ketamine assisted psychedelic (KAP) and MDMA once that becomes available. I am a master therapist and trainer. I love exploring how people have become distorted from their true nature and lose touch with what matters most to them. The work is to help us all clear the distortions so we can return to who we are: awake, kind, free. I often practice using EMDR, Buddhist Psychology, spiritual practice, exploring the nature of satisfaction/dissatisfaction and the nature of self, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

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.

Therapy is a sacred space for exploring your your life, identity, relationships, struggles, and aspirations. There is no other relationship space like it, one designed specifically to create and support your mental health. In times of pain and/or challenging life circumstances therapy provides support, validation and guidance. Throughout this process, a priority is placed on building resilience. The “doing” piece of the therapy includes skills, problem-solving, healthy coping strategies, effective navigation of relationships and goal-oriented actions.

Counseling is a valuable investment in you. People seek it out for different reasons. Whatever your situation, I’ll be pleased to meet you and sort out the best ways I can support you in achieving your goals. My focus as a counselor is person-centered, trauma- informed and strengths-based. Those are social work terms that mean I want to understand you and your unique story to help you use and build on strengths you might not even know you already have so you can have the life you want. The types of counseling I have special training in can be used to help in a variety of situations. Let’s get together to see what we can figure out.

We've all heard the phrase "live your life to the fullest," but for many of us, that can seem like an impossible goal. Navigating our thoughts and feelings, exploring cognitive patterns, and understanding who we truly are can be a challenging and complex process. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore their innermost thoughts and feelings. By creating a space that is validating, non-judgmental, and compassionate, I help clients to develop a deeper understanding of themselves.

Welcome and congratulations on making the first step in your mental health journey! -Currently accepting new clients for both Telehealth and in person sessions - Email is the fastest and most direct way to get in touch for new client inquiries. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and parents but am open to all individuals. Anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, family conflict, and navigating life challenges are just a few of the problem areas I help clients with. No matter what area you need a mindful ear to listen or talk with, I feel blessed to be a part of your journey.

I invite you to join me in a partnership on a path to finding health, happiness, and peace. My goal as a therapist is to facilitate genuine healing and wholeness in your life. I believe that every person is made of a collection of their own unique experiences, which is why I use an integrated, person-centered approach that is specialized to fit your individualized needs and goals. I will provide you with a non-judgmental, compassionate space to unpack your stories. Together, we will safely explore, process, and work through thoughts, feelings, and experiences that may be impacting your well-being.

Imagine that a miracle happens overnight. When you wake up, you are living as your ideal self. What is the first thing you and others will notice about you? What role will you play in creating your miracle cure? How can we work together to make this your reality? Creating a trusting therapeutic relationship is the first step. Whether you want to decrease isolation, increase connections with friends & family, or help to find the right solution, I am here. My specialty is finding the root of the problem, exposing it to the sunlight, and helping it move from the place it has been stuck to stuck to create room for growth and healing.

Feeling on edge, anxious, or overwhelmed by persistent stress, worry, racing thoughts, or intrusive obsessions? Have you noticed changes in your or your child’s behavior, perhaps withdrawing from certain aspects of life? Whether you're an adult grappling with anxiety, a parent navigating caretaking stress, a child or teenager dealing with anxious thoughts and feelings of isolation, or a professional burdened by work demands, I'm here to offer support. I'm Dr. Morton, a licensed psychologist and I'm dedicated to supporting individuals across the lifespan—children, teenagers, and adults.

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.

Hi there! If you're looking for help on how to manage relationship and social stressors, develop effective communication skills, and work towards self-fulfillment, I would love to join you in this part of your healing journey.

I really enjoy working with people who are motivated to build an understanding of the root cause of their concern and wish to learn how to make changes to improve their quality of life. People I work with are often struggling with depression, anxiety or trauma that has caused them to be unsatisfied with their relationships, their environment, or themselves. My clients often need to develop self compassion, confidence, and healthy boundaries to reach their goals of a life filled with pleasure and purpose.

I work with adults of all races, cultures, and walks of life, and I am welcoming of those who identify as LGBTQ. As your therapist, it is my privilege to accompany you through some of life’s most difficult and beautiful seasons. I cultivate a compassionate, affirming, and nonjudgmental environment where you will feel deeply heard and understood. Within this context, profound changes are possible.

The focus of sessions is non-judgmental learning about oneself and the world around you. I am an empathetic and open-minded clinician, striving to meet my clients where they are, build trust, and maintain a safe environment. I am experienced and passionate about working with teens and adults with various forms of trauma, and understanding how this trauma is expressed through challenges such as anxiety, depression, personality disorders, addiction, etc. I additionally utilize SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) for families impacted by anxiety and OCD.

My mission is to empower adolescents, families and young adults as they navigate the complexities of emotional well-being. We all experience struggles and challenges as a result of life’s ups and downs. I am able to offer support for a wide array of issues relating but not limited to, anxiety, depression, adjustment, anger management, artists & creatives struggles, attention deficit (ADHD), behavioral Issues, body image, burnout, career counseling, caregiver issues, stress, adolescent issues, codependency, communication problems, coping mechanisms, and couples/marriage/relationships issues.