Female Therapists in Amherst, NY
In this moment, you are whole and complete. However, as we experience life, we face challenges that leave emotional wounds. As a result, we can become distorted from our true nature. This can present as many struggles such as anxiety, depression, self-doubt, difficulty setting boundaries, lack of self worth, and negative thoughts. But you are enough and you deserve to heal. The inner work is in clearing these distortions and understand the true nature of yourself and change unhealthy patterns and coping mechanisms. Together we can explore and build the necessary tools and coping skills that are unique to you to improve your life!
In this moment, you are whole and complete. However, as we experience life, we face challenges that leave emotional wounds. As a result, we can become distorted from our true nature. This can present as many struggles such as anxiety, depression, self-doubt, difficulty setting boundaries, lack of self worth, and negative thoughts. But you are enough and you deserve to heal. The inner work is in clearing these distortions and understand the true nature of yourself and change unhealthy patterns and coping mechanisms. Together we can explore and build the necessary tools and coping skills that are unique to you to improve your life!
I feel comfortable with, have experience with and am adept at treating adults. I offer 1:1 in person and telehealth sessions. I have experience helping resolve specific concerns such as anxiety, depression, obsessions, focus/concentration issues, panic, difficulty sleeping and so much more. I can also take a family approach, helping resolve conflict within the family, behavior issues in school and most other relational issues.
I feel comfortable with, have experience with and am adept at treating adults. I offer 1:1 in person and telehealth sessions. I have experience helping resolve specific concerns such as anxiety, depression, obsessions, focus/concentration issues, panic, difficulty sleeping and so much more. I can also take a family approach, helping resolve conflict within the family, behavior issues in school and most other relational issues.
Are you not living the life you want to? Are certain thoughts, feelings, or behaviors impacting you achieving your goals in life? Do you need someone to talk to who can offer validation, understanding, and empathy? If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, difficulty managing your emotions, relationship issues, self-destructive behaviors, or just feel that learning more effective coping skills to handle day to day life could be helpful, I would be honored to help you on your journey.
Are you not living the life you want to? Are certain thoughts, feelings, or behaviors impacting you achieving your goals in life? Do you need someone to talk to who can offer validation, understanding, and empathy? If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, difficulty managing your emotions, relationship issues, self-destructive behaviors, or just feel that learning more effective coping skills to handle day to day life could be helpful, I would be honored to help you on your journey.
Kristi P. Smith, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I offer individual counseling, marriage counseling and family counseling for adolescents and adults,. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with a wide variety of issues. I utilize a Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral approach in a comforting environment. I strive to tailor counseling goals to each individual, and to assist those who desire to work through their struggles and improve their quality of life. I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
I offer individual counseling, marriage counseling and family counseling for adolescents and adults,. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with a wide variety of issues. I utilize a Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral approach in a comforting environment. I strive to tailor counseling goals to each individual, and to assist those who desire to work through their struggles and improve their quality of life. I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
Gerianne Wasinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
The biggest lessons I learned and I utilize today in psychotherapy practice is that every individual is the expert in their own life and with the right guidance can tap into their strengths to achieve their goals. People need a safe space to work through what is bothering them. The most important question is not "What is wrong with you?", but rather, "What has happened to you?" We are shaped and influenced by our experiences. At times, unfortunately, this comes out as anxiety, depression, unhealthy habits, relationship issues, and a myriad of other mental health issues.
The biggest lessons I learned and I utilize today in psychotherapy practice is that every individual is the expert in their own life and with the right guidance can tap into their strengths to achieve their goals. People need a safe space to work through what is bothering them. The most important question is not "What is wrong with you?", but rather, "What has happened to you?" We are shaped and influenced by our experiences. At times, unfortunately, this comes out as anxiety, depression, unhealthy habits, relationship issues, and a myriad of other mental health issues.
Hi I'm Maria and I'm glad you're here. I enjoy working with individuals from different backgrounds and have worked with individuals across different demographics. I specialize in trauma (especially intergenerational trauma), PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and life transitions. I've also worked in inpatient settings and I'm comfortable working with diagnosis including (but not limited to) Bipolar Disorders and Personality Disorders. I take pride in establishing a strong therapeutic alliance and getting to know you in order to help you attain your goals and reach your fullest potential.
Hi I'm Maria and I'm glad you're here. I enjoy working with individuals from different backgrounds and have worked with individuals across different demographics. I specialize in trauma (especially intergenerational trauma), PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and life transitions. I've also worked in inpatient settings and I'm comfortable working with diagnosis including (but not limited to) Bipolar Disorders and Personality Disorders. I take pride in establishing a strong therapeutic alliance and getting to know you in order to help you attain your goals and reach your fullest potential.
Prioritizing your mental health is one of the most compassionate things you can do. Whether you’re facing a life transition, strained relationships, anxiety, or disordered eating, you deserve support. I specialize in helping high achievers, perfectionists, and people pleasers who seem to have it all together—but feel overwhelmed inside. You may constantly strive for more yet never feel “good enough” or put others’ needs ahead of your own. These patterns can leave you emotionally drained and disconnected.
Prioritizing your mental health is one of the most compassionate things you can do. Whether you’re facing a life transition, strained relationships, anxiety, or disordered eating, you deserve support. I specialize in helping high achievers, perfectionists, and people pleasers who seem to have it all together—but feel overwhelmed inside. You may constantly strive for more yet never feel “good enough” or put others’ needs ahead of your own. These patterns can leave you emotionally drained and disconnected.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and struggling in certain areas of your life? Do you have a hard time expressing your needs in relationships? Do you struggle with perfectionism, a lot of internal pressure, and responsibility? I would love to offer guidance to help you to have more balance and a greater ability to manage your life.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and struggling in certain areas of your life? Do you have a hard time expressing your needs in relationships? Do you struggle with perfectionism, a lot of internal pressure, and responsibility? I would love to offer guidance to help you to have more balance and a greater ability to manage your life.
Wendy B. Pegan, LMHC, PC
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Should I stay or should I go? Sometimes stress gets in the way of the life we planned. Getting stuck is never fun...whether it is you, your partner, your children or your job. We become anxious about what to do next because we fear making a mistake. We know that we have to do something because doing nothing makes it worse, not better! Sometimes we simply need some guidance in how to move forward...sometimes help in letting go. I have been helping struggling couples, individuals and families for 30 years. Let me help you.
Should I stay or should I go? Sometimes stress gets in the way of the life we planned. Getting stuck is never fun...whether it is you, your partner, your children or your job. We become anxious about what to do next because we fear making a mistake. We know that we have to do something because doing nothing makes it worse, not better! Sometimes we simply need some guidance in how to move forward...sometimes help in letting go. I have been helping struggling couples, individuals and families for 30 years. Let me help you.
I have a passion for walking alongside individuals and families as they strive to live rich, fulfilling lives. Since 2000, I have been providing Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy to children struggling with attachment sensitivities. As part of of treating children with attachment issues, I have also developed strategies for addressing many of the challenges that often exist alongside attachment problems such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, sensory issues and executive function delays. I find great joy watching children and families find a way forward to a place of hope and joy. I also offer counseling for Christians interested in christian counseling.
I have a passion for walking alongside individuals and families as they strive to live rich, fulfilling lives. Since 2000, I have been providing Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy to children struggling with attachment sensitivities. As part of of treating children with attachment issues, I have also developed strategies for addressing many of the challenges that often exist alongside attachment problems such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, sensory issues and executive function delays. I find great joy watching children and families find a way forward to a place of hope and joy. I also offer counseling for Christians interested in christian counseling.
Temperance F Weremblewski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC, MA Psy
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I have worked in the counseling field for 18 years. I am experienced in treating individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. That along with trauma are my current areas of focus in my practice. I have previous experience with multiple populations of people and various age groups. I have experience treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders and behavioral problems. I understand every individual is different and requires an individualized treatment approach. I will work diligently to develop a strong therapeutic alliance that empowers individuals to fulfill their potential.
I have worked in the counseling field for 18 years. I am experienced in treating individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. That along with trauma are my current areas of focus in my practice. I have previous experience with multiple populations of people and various age groups. I have experience treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders and behavioral problems. I understand every individual is different and requires an individualized treatment approach. I will work diligently to develop a strong therapeutic alliance that empowers individuals to fulfill their potential.
Meet Our Female Therapists
Essence Porter-McDowell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in relationships/marriage, communication, anxiety, depression, as well as issues pertaining to women's health, relationships, and identity.
Do you feel like you are barely holding on? Experiencing significant stress? Having difficulty setting boundaries? I help people motivated to change their lives and relationships, break unhealthy patterns, set boundaries, and lessen emotional pain. With deep respect and tender regard, I will help you draw on your strengths, foster emotional resilience, deepen self-awareness, and reshape your identity to live the life you envision for yourself. With my guidance, you'll identify barriers/cycles that keep you stuck, release heavy emotions, and make empowering choices that free you from the past, and create a promising new future.
I specialize in relationships/marriage, communication, anxiety, depression, as well as issues pertaining to women's health, relationships, and identity.
Do you feel like you are barely holding on? Experiencing significant stress? Having difficulty setting boundaries? I help people motivated to change their lives and relationships, break unhealthy patterns, set boundaries, and lessen emotional pain. With deep respect and tender regard, I will help you draw on your strengths, foster emotional resilience, deepen self-awareness, and reshape your identity to live the life you envision for yourself. With my guidance, you'll identify barriers/cycles that keep you stuck, release heavy emotions, and make empowering choices that free you from the past, and create a promising new future.
Amie Martinez
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, ADHD-, CCSP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
In life’s journey, we are all met with obstacles to overcome. Sometimes they are small ant hills that we can step over, sometimes they are small hills that we struggle to get over, and sometimes they can feel like insurmountable mountains. For each of us, our hills and mountains (and how they feel) might be different. Sometimes those ant hills can feel like a mountain as well. It may feel like you do not have the tools to get over those obstacles safely and securely. If you are ready to get those tools, then this may be the next step on your journey to healing.
In life’s journey, we are all met with obstacles to overcome. Sometimes they are small ant hills that we can step over, sometimes they are small hills that we struggle to get over, and sometimes they can feel like insurmountable mountains. For each of us, our hills and mountains (and how they feel) might be different. Sometimes those ant hills can feel like a mountain as well. It may feel like you do not have the tools to get over those obstacles safely and securely. If you are ready to get those tools, then this may be the next step on your journey to healing.
I help adults who are really struggling with unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, and difficult situations. I'll help you tap into your inner strength and personal power so you can make the changes needed to feel better and create a more fulfilling life. We'll work with your thoughts and behaviors, and use mindfulness skills and other effective strategies for symptom management of your anxiety and/or depression.
I help adults who are really struggling with unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, and difficult situations. I'll help you tap into your inner strength and personal power so you can make the changes needed to feel better and create a more fulfilling life. We'll work with your thoughts and behaviors, and use mindfulness skills and other effective strategies for symptom management of your anxiety and/or depression.
Isaiah Mantooth-Jordan
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in providing targeted support to individuals within the criminal justice system, as well as men and women facing personal struggles.
If you find yourself entangled in legal matters, I specialize in sex offender treatment and forensic psychology. Together, we will work towards your healing and reintegration into the community. I offer evidence-based assessment and treatment services, collaborating with attorneys, probation officers, and court professionals to ensure informed decisions.
I specialize in providing targeted support to individuals within the criminal justice system, as well as men and women facing personal struggles.
If you find yourself entangled in legal matters, I specialize in sex offender treatment and forensic psychology. Together, we will work towards your healing and reintegration into the community. I offer evidence-based assessment and treatment services, collaborating with attorneys, probation officers, and court professionals to ensure informed decisions.
Do you feel haunted by self criticism? Is anxiety an unwelcome guest in your home? Do you wish that you had better relationships with your family? Do you just feel hopelessly stuck, that life is just happening and out of your control? Is getting out of bed a struggle? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression or self doubt? I can help. In a respectful environment, you can learn new skills and live the life you love.
Do you feel haunted by self criticism? Is anxiety an unwelcome guest in your home? Do you wish that you had better relationships with your family? Do you just feel hopelessly stuck, that life is just happening and out of your control? Is getting out of bed a struggle? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression or self doubt? I can help. In a respectful environment, you can learn new skills and live the life you love.
I feel there are times when we struggle with difficult events, finding meaning in life and navigating through inevitable changes that arise. I believe healing from negative experiences is possible and there are efficient and effective ways to achieve this. I also believe in helping others grow and build resiliency to thrive in the life they want to live. We will work together in an environment that is comfortable, safe, and non-judgmental so that you can meet your goals.
I feel there are times when we struggle with difficult events, finding meaning in life and navigating through inevitable changes that arise. I believe healing from negative experiences is possible and there are efficient and effective ways to achieve this. I also believe in helping others grow and build resiliency to thrive in the life they want to live. We will work together in an environment that is comfortable, safe, and non-judgmental so that you can meet your goals.
Life can be overwhelming, and if you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or complex emotions, you don’t have to face it alone. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain clarity, and develop the skills needed to create real, lasting change.
I believe that therapy should be an empowering and transformative experience. That’s why I take a personalized, collaborative approach—tailoring each session to your unique needs, challenges, and goals.
Life can be overwhelming, and if you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or complex emotions, you don’t have to face it alone. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain clarity, and develop the skills needed to create real, lasting change.
I believe that therapy should be an empowering and transformative experience. That’s why I take a personalized, collaborative approach—tailoring each session to your unique needs, challenges, and goals.
Coaching is a growth promoting process for assisitng clients to achieve a higher level of well-being. Coaching will help clients build a better future. Whether you are on your own or together with your partner, you will recieve kind and caring support. I understand that you are not one dimensional and may be at certain points in your life and relationship experience. I will help you to create a satisfying and healthy life given where you are and where you desire to be. You will have the opportunity to acquire new knowledge and skills to cultivate a healthy relationship with self and others.
Coaching is a growth promoting process for assisitng clients to achieve a higher level of well-being. Coaching will help clients build a better future. Whether you are on your own or together with your partner, you will recieve kind and caring support. I understand that you are not one dimensional and may be at certain points in your life and relationship experience. I will help you to create a satisfying and healthy life given where you are and where you desire to be. You will have the opportunity to acquire new knowledge and skills to cultivate a healthy relationship with self and others.
Hello, I've been a psychotherapist in private practice for over 45 years. That experience, coupled with earlier work in hospitals and clinics, means I have helped thousands of people, from seven to ninety years old, deal with just about every problem you can imagine. My practice is truly holistic, in that I not only consider your thoughts and feelings, but also your history, habits and lifestyle.
Hello, I've been a psychotherapist in private practice for over 45 years. That experience, coupled with earlier work in hospitals and clinics, means I have helped thousands of people, from seven to ninety years old, deal with just about every problem you can imagine. My practice is truly holistic, in that I not only consider your thoughts and feelings, but also your history, habits and lifestyle.
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