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Mariah Okenwa

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (she, her)

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Buffalo, NY 14222
Let's Connect (716) 356-2470
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If opening up feels like too much—or you've been hurt when you tried before—I see you. Maybe you're carrying years of pain, disappointment, or silence. Maybe you're exhausted from pretending to be okay. You're not broken. You're not too much. You're just tired of holding it all alone. You want to feel seen, heard, and safe. To finally let your guard down without fear. You’re longing for peace, for connection, for healing that actually sticks—and I want to walk with you through that. You don’t have to carry it by yourself anymore.
I help people untangle emotional messes—grief, burnout, disconnection—and rebuild trust in themselves and others. As a licensed therapist, I offer honest, compassionate support (faith-based if you choose) for individuals, couples, and families ready to heal, grow, and stop pretending they’re fine.
You don’t have to carry this alone—not in your relationship, not as a parent, and not in your faith. You’re still worthy of support. If you're longing to feel safe, heard, and whole, I’ll meet you where you are. Let’s take the next step—together. You don’t have to decide everything today—just be open to beginning.
Call or Mariah Okenwa now for a free 15 minute consultation - (716) 356-2470

My Practice at a Glance

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Buffalo, NY 14222

(716) 356-2470
My website
I provide virtual therapy for individuals, couples, and families throughout New York State. Sessions are held via secure video or phone call
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Let's Connect (716) 356-2470
Photo of Mariah Okenwa, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for online therapy.

Buffalo, NY 14222

(716) 356-2470
My website
I provide virtual therapy for individuals, couples, and families throughout New York State. Sessions are held via secure video or phone call
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100
  • Couple Sessions $205
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • First Health
  • Highmark
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Therapy bundles and monthly payment plans are available through CareCredit. I also accept HSA/FSA cards and credit/debit payments via a secure client portal. Call or complete contact form for more info.
Photo of Mariah Okenwa, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Mariah Okenwa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 356-2470
"
Therapy bundles and monthly payment plans are available through CareCredit. I also accept HSA/FSA cards and credit/debit payments via a secure client portal. Call or complete contact form for more info.
Photo of Mariah Okenwa, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Mariah Okenwa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 356-2470

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 002171 Mariah Okenwa
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 7 years
  • Attended Medaille College , Masters of Arts/ Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2021
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With over 10 years of experience, I've grown from residential work to family-based care. My journey reflects a deep commitment to helping individuals and families heal, grow, and reconnect.
Photo of Mariah Okenwa, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Mariah Okenwa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 356-2470
"
With over 10 years of experience, I've grown from residential work to family-based care. My journey reflects a deep commitment to helping individuals and families heal, grow, and reconnect.
Photo of Mariah Okenwa, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Mariah Okenwa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 356-2470

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Caregivers
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients facing trauma, anxiety, grief, parenting stress, and relationship issues. Early sessions focus on assessment, emotional insight, and skill-building. Treatment plans are tailored to your needs, and most clients report a gradual reduction in distress and increased emotional regulation within the first few weeks
Photo of Mariah Okenwa, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Mariah Okenwa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 356-2470
"
I work with clients facing trauma, anxiety, grief, parenting stress, and relationship issues. Early sessions focus on assessment, emotional insight, and skill-building. Treatment plans are tailored to your needs, and most clients report a gradual reduction in distress and increased emotional regulation within the first few weeks
Photo of Mariah Okenwa, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Mariah Okenwa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 356-2470

Endorsement

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Mariah is calming, professional, and beyond competent. She masterfully creates a supportive environment for every client that she meets. If you are searching for an inspiring voice, look no further than Mariah.

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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Mariah Okenwa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (716) 356-2470
Photo of Mariah Okenwa, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Mariah Okenwa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (716) 356-2470

Location

Primary Location

Buffalo, NY 14222

(716) 356-2470
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I provide virtual therapy for individuals, couples, and families throughout New York State. Sessions are held via secure video or phone call
Photo of Mariah Okenwa, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Mariah Okenwa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (716) 356-2470
"
I provide virtual therapy for individuals, couples, and families throughout New York State. Sessions are held via secure video or phone call
Photo of Mariah Okenwa, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Mariah Okenwa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (716) 356-2470