Ava M
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Let's Connect (716) 641-3230
Healing from adversity can feel scary, unfamiliar, and daunting. In my therapy practice, I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive space for individuals to heal and grow. Oftentimes, when we experience trauma and other life changes, we develop coping skills that aid in our survival, but that may presently pose barriers. In embarking on this journey to healing and breaking difficult patterns, we can work together to help you develop self-compassion, improve relationships, and transform your pain into power.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker who works with individuals and couples ages 18+. I specialize in complex trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, dissociation, chronic pain, LGBTQ+ identity, and reproductive health concerns. I am intensely trained in EMDR, and I hold additional training in DBT, Gottman Method, and Perinatal Mood Disorders.
I believe that every client is the expert of their own experiences, and it is a privilege to work with every client and to hear their unique stories. With compassion, humor, and an open mind, I would be honored to support you on your pursuit of healing.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Ava M Lockwood now - (716) 641-3230
Let's Connect (716) 641-3230
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $170
- Couple Sessions $170
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Fidelis
- Univera
- Out of Network
Ava M Lockwood
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (716) 641-3230
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 127620 Ava Mari Lockwood
- Attended University at Buffalo School of Social Work, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Ava M Lockwood
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (716) 641-3230
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Chronic Pain
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Expertise
- Chronic Illness
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Domestic Abuse
- Grief
- Infertility
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Marital and Premarital
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Suicidal Ideation
Ava M Lockwood
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (716) 641-3230
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Gottman Method
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Schema Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic
- Trauma Focused
Ava M Lockwood
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (716) 641-3230
Groups
ENpower Endometriosis Support Group
This group will be for individuals ages 18+ who are diagnosed with Endometriosis. In this group, we will develop coping skills, increase self-advocacy and empowerment strategies, explore grief and loss related to Endometriosis, learn how to navigate medical appointments and medical trauma, and discuss the connection between mental health and chronic pain. This group will begin on January 10th, 2026, and each session will be $25.
Expertise
Chronic Pain
Women's Issues
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$20-$30
Group Meets
Every Sat 9 A.M. - 10:30 A.M.
Location
Phoenix Therapy & Wellness
337 Cleveland Drive
Suite 5
Cheektowaga, NY 14215
Email Ava M Lockwood about this group or call - (716) 641-3230
Location
Nearby Areas
Ava M Lockwood
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (716) 641-3230