Family Therapy in Rochester, NY

Oh hi! You have landed on another therapist profile to sift through. You are struggling with anxiety, disordered eating, body image and identity concerns, relational distress, and/or the messiness that is everything in between. I am here for you. I am the founder and creative director of FUEL therapy. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and anxiety disorders in Rochester, New York. My therapeutic work is rooted in both a biopsychosocial and social-ecological model of health. I am ready to partner with you as you take back your life and move towards the life you envision!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NY & MA who has spent my career working in the field of adoption. I have over 15 years of experience working with adoptive families, am Attachment and Trauma Focused Trained as well as a Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga Facilitator. I provide pre and post adoption support that includes individual consultations to those considering adoption as a pathway to grow their family, short-term attachment-focused counseling with adoptive families, can support adoptees who are considering searching for birth family and offer Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga.

Isaac is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Rochester, NY. Isaac is a Trauma-Informed therapist, Yoga Teacher (200-Hr), and Master Level Reiki Practitioner. Isaac is an experienced clinician with several years of clinical experience and knowledge. Isaac specializes in working with teens (ages 16+), emerging adults, and adults who may these challenges: Anxiety, Depression, Relationship + Family problems, Religious + Spiritual Abuse/Trauma, and Difficult Life Transitions. Isaac is also a LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapist.

Effective therapy develops goals for change. Treatment also supports establishing new ways of experiencing life, behaviors and relationships. My private practice emphasizes making change through openness and trust, and building a personal plan that suits your unique life circumstance. There is no prescription for the length of therapy; some changes can occur with a few sessions and others may taken longer. Having realistic goals can help define when therapy is completed. Please call or email me learn more.

I have worked with adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families with mental health challenges since 1990. I have spent a great deal of time supporting individuals with trauma histories to find healing and move forward in reaching their goals. I feel incredibly humbled to be able to come alongside individuals and families and be a part of their journey toward healing and wholeness. I try to meet each individual where they are at with respect, empathy, and hope for growth and recovery.

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 primarily deal with the current issues that a client is coming into therapy for. I want to know if they were in therapy before and why. I primarily deal with a Family Systems Approach and due to that will be interest in the clients background and their family history. I will focus on current and past stressors and any traumatic experiences that the client identifies either currently or from children. I am currently only providing online services. I currently have openings and can schedule an appointment within several days of being contacted online or via my telephone number at 506-9620.

I am eager to work with you to make things better in your life! I have over 20 years of experience working with adult, child/adolescent and family issues. Many people suffer unnecessarily prior to treatment with problems such as mood disruption, anxiety, relationship stress, difficult life changes, school issues, family problems, and work stress, to name a few. We can work together to help you cope better and move forward in ways that are best for you (and/or your child/family).

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.

You’ve been thinking about therapy for a while now. You feel overwhelmed by the daily grind. Unable to balance the demands of work and family. Doing nothing is no longer an option. Maybe you’re feeling stuck in a negative headspace. Over-thinking things. Distracted at work. Feeling less present at home. Headed down the old path towards self-destructive behaviors. You're not alone. You aren’t damaged, weak, or “broken.” You’re none of those things. You’re simply human.  And, these days, being human can be incredibly hard.

The alarm clock goes off every morning and the mind begins racing. Are there enough hours in the day to tackle your to-do list, balance a relationship/family, and get ahead in school or your career? It sure doesn’t feel like it right now. Being human means being susceptible to life’s challenges. You’ve probably tried many ways to manage your stressors like talking to friends or family, buying self-help books, Googling ways to get it all together. It doesn’t feel like enough. Here’s where therapy can help!

How do you feel right now? What do you need? What do you want? Change in our lives can only come from a better understanding of who we really are. Validation of past experiences, wounds and traumas. Through exploration, comes a willingness to work to change. Not who you are, but how you are; in relationships, at work, with your family and with yourself. Reducing anxiety, feeling less depressed, better able to deal with overwhelming emotions. Contentment.

Are you a young adult feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed? Let's collaborate to make a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard and empowered. I'm warm, down-to-earth, and genuinely invested in your well-being.

If you are dealing with difficult and traumatic events or losses, I am here to help. If you are feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope, I can walk with you and help guide you to a better place emotionally and spiritually. With a creative mix of therapy techniques, wisdom and life experience, I build on your strengths, identify and address root causes, and help you create and work towards a plan to achieve the changes you seek.

I know things are not easy for you, and that getting through life is hard. I am honored to help you figure it out. Imagine you coping better. Imagine enjoying and managing transitions. Imagine being the most effective parent you can be. I specialize in working with individuals as young as 4 through 25 years old. I understand the importance of supporting parents when their kids are struggling, and supporting young adults to be independent. I love my work and watching you improve, honestly. You can expect a welcoming place to land with me, give it a try.

Perhaps you feel out of balance, are struggling with a transition, or are seeking to find a state of wellness in your life; or maybe your child is struggling emotionally and/or behaviorally, is going through a big life change, or you're wanting them to have space to explore and express themselves with a professional. However you or your family came to need support, I would be honored to help. My therapeutic philosophy is relationally and psychodynamically driven, trauma-informed and flexible; we will work together to tailor support that's right for you.

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.

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 welcome you to meet via video for a risk free initial consultation. This will provide an opportunity to see how I may help you with the issues you are seeking a therapist for. Call or email me directly to arrange a time.