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Available both in-person and online
6225 Sheridan Drive Suite 222 Amherst, NY 14221
Melina specializes in working with children, youth, adolescents and young adults that have gone through anything that they perceive as challenging, problematic, or too big to cope with or handle. Melina has had experience in various settings which includes community mental health clinics, after school enrichment programs and school settings.
Melina specializes in various modalities including play therapy, expressive arts therapies, TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and MI (Motivational Interviewing). These modalities allow for success to promote healing and return to day to day functioning.
Melina offers afternoon appointments on Fridays and weekends. If she seems like a good match do not hesitate to reach out. She looks forward to hearing from you.
Call or Melina Ciotta now for a free 15 minute consultation - (716) 391-4550 x182

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

6225 Sheridan Drive

Suite 222

Amherst, NY 14221 map

(716) 391-4550 x182
My website
Appointments are offered in person and on Telehealth from the comfort of your own home.
I specialize in Child, Anxiety and School Issues 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Photo of Melina Ciotta, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

6225 Sheridan Drive

Suite 222

Amherst, NY 14221 map

(716) 391-4550 x182
My website
Appointments are offered in person and on Telehealth from the comfort of your own home.
I specialize in Child, Anxiety and School Issues 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120
  • Couple Sessions $120
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Cigna EAP
  • Fidelis
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Private pay
  • Univera
  • Out of Network
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Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (716) 391-4550 x182
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Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (716) 391-4550 x182

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 121421-01 Melina Ciotta
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended University at Buffalo , MSW , Graduated 2020
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Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (716) 391-4550 x182
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Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (716) 391-4550 x182

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Child
  • Anxiety
  • School Issues

Expertise

  • Behavioral Issues
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Caregivers
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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My main speciality is working with children, youth, adolescents and young adults. During our initial appointment, we will discuss current issues that brings you to therapy, and collaboratively develop a plan which includes your goals to address areas that you want to work on.
Photo of Melina Ciotta, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 391-4550 x182
"
My main speciality is working with children, youth, adolescents and young adults. During our initial appointment, we will discuss current issues that brings you to therapy, and collaboratively develop a plan which includes your goals to address areas that you want to work on.
Photo of Melina Ciotta, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 391-4550 x182


Client Focus

Age

Toddler , 
Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Age

Toddler , 
Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Expressive Arts
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Sandplay
  • Strength-Based
  • TF-CBT
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Melina Ciotta, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (716) 391-4550 x182
Photo of Melina Ciotta, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (716) 391-4550 x182

Location

Primary Location

6225 Sheridan Drive

Suite 222

Amherst, NY 14221

(716) 391-4550 x182

Nearby Areas

Counties

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Appointments are offered in person and on Telehealth from the comfort of your own home.
Photo of Melina Ciotta, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Call for a free consultation now - (716) 391-4550 x182
"
Appointments are offered in person and on Telehealth from the comfort of your own home.
Photo of Melina Ciotta, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Call for a free consultation now - (716) 391-4550 x182