Family Therapy in Cattaraugus County, NY

Hello and Welcome! My name is Laura Widger, owner of Inner Peace and Strength in Ellicottville, NY. I am humbled and honored to have you click and browse my profile! With my therapeutic lens, specialty, and expertise being trauma healing, the name of my private practice was created with intention. My personal drive, motivation, and mission is to provide a safe and healing environment where clients can heal from the hardships, pain, and traumas of the past. I truly believe inner peace and strength is obtainable and can be a way of living. My job is to help, assist, and support the healing process and journey of trauma recovery.

We are living in particularly stressful times. I am able to help people cope and enjoy their life no matter the current circumstances. I am skilled with addiction problems and how they impact the individual and their family members. I work to offer a person centered approach that allows the client to direct their own therapy and make improvements in their lives when and where they choose.

My approach combines cognitive-behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy and rational-emotive therapy to assist individuals struggling with family, workplace, individual, and addiction issues .I use a person centered approach when it comes to therapy, and need your input and guidance on the goals that you want to work on. Each client, gets a customized treatment plan that will meet your needs, because after all, who better to know what you need from treatment, than you.

Living with suffering is hard when there isn’t any hope. Many of the people I work with are looking to find hope and heal from issues relating to stress and anxiety, relationship issues, parent/child issues, recovery after infidelity, trauma recovery, and confidence. I believe it is important to have an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling, happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you to take responsibility in that journey.

I am a dedicated therapist with expertise in family therapy and mental health counseling. As a former student athlete, I am passionate about supporting young adults in developing positive psychology and CBT skills. My work centers on helping clients navigate relationships, uncover their identity, and leverage their strengths for improved wellbeing.

Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.

Thank you, for taking the time to view my profile. I am a Licensed Social Worker in the State of New York and obtained my Credentialed Alcohol & Substance Abuse Counselor in the State of New York. I aim to help my clients understand their current challenges, notice their thoughts and emotions, and learn to be open minded to responding in a healthy manner. I help my clients think of therapy like a GPS, I provide them with tools to help reach their destination while facing life's challenges.

Hi there, and congratulations on taking the first step on your journey to wellness! Whether you are experiencing an anxiety you just cannot seem to shake, confusion about what direction to go in life, difficulty managing anger, having relationship/intimacy issues, trying to let go of an unhealthy habit, or maybe you just need an open-minded individual in your corner; I would be honored to be on your side and assist you along the way. Together, we can work to promote growth and reach your goals.

Despite our best efforts and intentions, life can be overwhelming at times, but we don't have to face challenges on our own. Whether you are struggling with trauma, feeling anxious, sad, overwhelmed, stuck in patterns of behavior that no longer serve you, or struggling to manage life's many stressors, I consider it a privilege to walk alongside clients as they work towards improving their emotional, mental, spiritual and physical well-being. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is licensed in New York and New Hampshire. I provide individual counseling to adolescents and adults.

Finding the right therapist is sometimes challenging. I work to make individuals feel comfortable with the therapeutic process centered on a holistic and trauma-informed approach. My practice is grounded in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) which helps individuals shed themselves of beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that may hinder growth, healing, and personal transformation. Part of our work together may include finding balance while caring for a loved one, learning to gracefully handle life transitions, coping with life stressors and looking at past trauma with hope and healing.

There are many seasons of wellness and often times we are faced with feeling overwhelmed and need help navigating through trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or adjusting to a new phase of life. I provide a welcoming, down to earth, & relaxed setting for clients to gain awareness into their thinking patterns, triggers, negative emotions & behaviors. The therapy I provide will focus on the client as a whole in respect to mind, body, & spiritual wellness.

Greetings! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile and congratulations to you on making this crucial step towards your wellness. I am a locally based therapist with approximately 12 years of experience. I have had the pleasure of working with patients from all walks of life and it's been an invaluable experience. I have specialized training in trauma treatment (EMDR and PC) and suicide prevention. I am highly adept at working with those struggling with anxiety, trauma and mood disorders. I utilize a wide range of modalities in my practice, but tend to lean towards psychoeducational, mindfulness based and trauma therapies.

We believe in the use of evidence-based methods to ensure that people are making a good investment with their time and money when entering treatment.

It starts with you. The over all goal is what you want to achieve in your life and the path you want to take within yourself. I am here to provide you the tools to accomplish just that. Together, we can make those hard times a past memory with no concerns for your future. I am trained in many aspects with-in the mental health field and would like to be able to assist you in your journey of wellness. Understanding how to “feel” good again is your right. My approach in the session would consist of Cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing and EMDR. Sessions are in-person located in Hamburg and Randolph NY or Telehealh.

I am trained in EMDR and specialize in supporting parents as they navigate through prenatal and postpartum needs, birth trauma, NICU experiences, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Transitioning into each stage of life is not easy and often doesn’t match the picture of what you thought it would be. The disconnect between what you had hoped for and your current experience may lead to feelings of devastation, confusion, isolation, and even shame. You are not alone and it does get better. We will work together to find your happiness.

Booking Online Clients Only. I work with those whose lives look great on the outside – but privately, they're hurting. Sometimes the source of the hurt is clearly known, other times it has yet to be discovered. Either way, something needs to be addressed in order to thrive, and my clients are willing to do the work. Extensively trained in substance and behavior addictions as well as relationship and sexual trauma, I enjoy working with mood disorders and the fixed personality patterns that cause good people pain and distress. I can help you heal old wounds and disrupt current behaviors that impact your life and your relationships.

My mission is to support individuals and families during difficult times through guidance, encouragement, and empowerment. I approach treatment as a recovery process through cognitive, behavioral, and relational models using evidence-based interventions. I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents and families as well as conducting psychological, educational, and personality assessments.

I approach each session with an open mind and without judgment. Creating a supportive space is very important to my work with clients and allows each session to count . I have worked with people from all walks of life and all levels of emotional and mental wellness. Over the last 14 years, most of my sessions included Solution Focused and Cognitive Behavior approaches, however I select the most appropriate clinical approach for each of my clients.

Are you struggling with everyday life stressors? Perhaps you have anxiety, depression, or just not feeling like your usual self. Do you have racing thoughts, loss of sleep, lack of motivation? Maybe you are telling yourself "life has been more overwhelming than usual, I just want things to be different." You might say you are ok but you feel like you are wearing a mask, and you have a hard time functioning. Are your relationships suffering? Are you feeling like you don't want to get out of bed or go to work? Lost that spiritual connection? Maybe, you want to learn healthier ways to cope. Today you take back your life!