Therapists in Rochester, NY

Life can be challenging and difficult at times. Whether it is the daily stress of parenting, balancing work and home demands, family relationship issues, work problems, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression or a number of other stressors. I can help you look at how your past experiences and behaviors have impacted your current life situation. Therapy can help you sort through your thoughts and feelings and develop new coping strategies to allow you to become your most authentic self.

I am a Licenced Clinical Social Worker and have been working in the mental health field for 20 years. I recieved my Masters Degree in Social Work with a concentration in Family Mental Health from Syracuse University. I also recieved a Master's Certificate in Women's Studies and completed research on the development of adolescent girls. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families and will coordinate with any people that you would like to be a part of your wellness team. I am person centered meaning I will focus on you and what works best for you.

Welcome and thank you for considering our practice in your journey toward wellness. Choosing to start therapy is an important step, and we believe that finding the right therapist for you is essential in this process. Our hope is that you feel welcomed, valued, and safe to explore yourself in our calm and nurturing environment.

Hello! We're so glad you’re here. Seeking counseling for yourself or your loved one takes strength and compassion, and can be the first step in creating a brighter future. At Growing in Care Mental Health Counseling PLLC, we work with children, adolescents, adults, and families, and our experience includes supporting youth and adults with various diagnoses including (but not limited to), anxiety, depression, & autism. We utilize CBT and strength based approaches, while meeting clients where they are at in their growth and healing. We support with needs across settings, including school, employment, and with families.

Seeking help can be hard, but you do not have to do it alone. If you or a family member are suffering from anxiety, depressed moods, or past experiences of trauma, know that healing can happen. For those who are looking for positive ways to better manage negative emotions, navigate life transitions and improve coping skills, do not hesitate to reach out. I have had great success partnering with individuals and their families in order to reduce the intensity and frequency of negative emotions. I can offer immediate availability for an intake appointment.

When things are difficult, it can isolate us, drain our emotional reserves, and limit our ability to look at things in new ways. I work to help clients appreciate the depth of their experience, and support them toward personal strength and healthier relationships. My style is open, collaborative, direct, and supportive. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years in private practice. I also served as adjunct faculty at the University of Rochester's Counseling Center for many years.

I bring extensive experience working with diverse populations, including the LGBTQ+ community, individuals navigating family dysfunction, attachment wounds, relationship challenges, codependency issues, as well as those struggling with depression and anxiety. Overall, my approach is centered around fostering self-awareness, promoting personal growth, and empowering you to create meaningful and satisfying connections with yourself and others.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and earned my masters in the Family Therapy Training Program at the University of Rochester School of Medicine. Since graduating, I have worked in community mental health, helping clients on issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships and specialize in grief work. I am trained in EMDR and Complicated Grief Treatment.

Knowing how to support your child or adolescent when difficulties arise can feel overwhelming and daunting. Stressful life experiences and trauma can compound those feelings. Counseling can help children and their parents process these experiences and learn new ways to cope.

Available before 2pm only- Reaching out for support can be hard, but you are not alone. Everyone has experienced their own life journey involving grief/loss, relational ruptures, parenting struggles or trauma. Sometimes this journey can leave adults in a place where it is hard to find the motivation to complete everyday tasks, manage life stress or have patience with our loved ones. This can be true for children too, which may cause them to struggle in school, have emotional outbursts or display signs of anxiety. No matter what is bringing you, your child, or family to this moment in time, I am honored to be a part of your journey.

Has it been awhile since you have felt like yourself? Are you struggling with a romantic relationship, your friends or family members, or with depressive or anxious feelings? My goal is to help clients talk through whatever they are struggling with and find a happier and healthier place in their lives. My approach to counseling is down to earth, compassionate, and honest. I am unique in my approach offering a specialized combination of life-coaching, motivation, and problem-solving in hopes of helping my clients work through the heaviness in their mind and find stability and happiness once again.

Healing and growth happen when you feel safe and supported. In our therapeutic space, you can expect to feel heard, respected, and understood. I will partner with you and draw upon your strengths in a warm, nonjudgmental, and curious way to achieve lasting, meaningful change. Being a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist helps me appreciate that relationships matter and impact your well-being. I will use the context of your family and other important relational systems such as school, work, and your community to get to know you better and help you reach your goals.

FYI: Limited daytime availability for new clients (April, 2024). Welcome! Therapy can offer you support when life presents challenges such as relationship concerns, illness, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and other stressors. You are the expert in your life, and I will collaborate with you to help you identify what you want to change and gain insights about how to make progress toward your goals.

Life can be difficult; you've come to the right place to navigate these challenges. I offer a warm, empathetic, judgment-free, and safe space where we can work together to find the root cause of concerns you, your family, or child have. I am here to help explore issues related to irritability, anger, low mood, lack of motivation, self-harm, and/or aggression. I have experience working intensively with families, couples, adolescents, and children struggling with OCD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood, substance use, family conflict, school behaviors, aggression and/or behavioral issues.

The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in a mental health for over a decade and it's my greatest passion in life.

Stress and anxiety are increasingly common challenges we face as humans, for individuals and families alike. These concerns may arise from a variety of sources, including relational difficulties, societal pressures, and behavior challenges in children and teens. Having a space to focus on strengths, improve communication, identify tools for coping, and reflect on values, can be integral for not only healing but thriving. Through a warm, collaborative, curious stance, I utilize evidence-based treatments to create improvements in functioning and quality of life.

Life can be challenging. Sometimes you strive toward something meaningful even though it's not easy. Other times we struggle with what blocks us from a satisfying life - grief or depression, anxiety or trauma. What if you could refocus energy from uncomfortable thoughts and feelings and, instead, pour it into pursuing a meaningful life? More time with family. Enriching a loving relationship. Chasing a career goal. Improving yourself. I believe we can lose ourselves in struggles that take us away from healthy living. But you can aim for a way to deal with internal difficulties and engage in purposeful living. I'd like to help.

Welcome! Therapy can be scary and bring up a multitude of thoughts and emotions. It is a step towards personal growth and healing as well as increased vulnerability. I have experience working in the areas of life transitions, depression, anxiety, co-occurring disorders, and family members/loved ones struggling with addiction. I have a passion working with individuals who are questioning or struggling with their relationships with substances, and LGBTQA and TGNC individuals. I am happy to provide the process for Gender Affirmation letters. Things can get better, please reach out!

Do you want to feel more in control of your thoughts? Are you wanting to move more towards the people, places, and things that are important to you? Change can be scary. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. It can make us feel less interested in our favorite activities, like we will never be happy or fulfilled, or that there will never be a solution to what you are going through. Our anxious thoughts can get in the way of being present with ourselves and our family/friends. We all just want to feel grounded in the present moment, like we belong and are prepared to face anything that comes our way.