Therapists in Batavia, NY

I view therapy as a partnership and work well with clients who are driven to gain understandings of themselves and life, both autonomously and collaboratively. Every person has their own strengths, which can be harnessed to develop insight and change into their lifestyles and perspectives. I also acknowledge that everyone has their own past experiences that have led them to today. I strive to establish rapport with my clients and a space to feel safe and validated to foster a deeper level of empowerment, personal growth and self-acceptance.
I view therapy as a partnership and work well with clients who are driven to gain understandings of themselves and life, both autonomously and collaboratively. Every person has their own strengths, which can be harnessed to develop insight and change into their lifestyles and perspectives. I also acknowledge that everyone has their own past experiences that have led them to today. I strive to establish rapport with my clients and a space to feel safe and validated to foster a deeper level of empowerment, personal growth and self-acceptance.

I believe in providing research supported treatment that is individualized, specific and goal-oriented. I have been in practice for over 30 years and have a wealth of knowledge in treating children, adolescents and adults.
I believe in providing research supported treatment that is individualized, specific and goal-oriented. I have been in practice for over 30 years and have a wealth of knowledge in treating children, adolescents and adults.

Change InSight Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, NCC, LCSW, LMHC, CCTP
Batavia, NY 14020
Waitlist for new clients
Our providers are here to help you through this difficult time. We have years of experience treating a variety of concerns in various settings. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, depressed, or unsure let us connect you with a provider who can help. From the moment you reach out you will be provided with individualized, patient-centered care in a judgment-free zone. Our goal is for you to meet your goals and we will provide all of the tools necessary to help you identify and achieve them.
Our providers are here to help you through this difficult time. We have years of experience treating a variety of concerns in various settings. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, depressed, or unsure let us connect you with a provider who can help. From the moment you reach out you will be provided with individualized, patient-centered care in a judgment-free zone. Our goal is for you to meet your goals and we will provide all of the tools necessary to help you identify and achieve them.

Everyone struggles at times, and there should be no shame in asking for help. This is why we started Serenity Psychotherapy with a core belief that everybody should have access to professional mental health services and dedicated healthcare professionals. With our national teletherapy sessions, we seek to help individuals, families, couples, and children with all the tools and therapy sessions they may need to live happier lives.
Everyone struggles at times, and there should be no shame in asking for help. This is why we started Serenity Psychotherapy with a core belief that everybody should have access to professional mental health services and dedicated healthcare professionals. With our national teletherapy sessions, we seek to help individuals, families, couples, and children with all the tools and therapy sessions they may need to live happier lives.

With over 35 years of experience I am committed to walking alongside people and helping them reach the place they want to be. That may be to experience less anxiety, worry or depression. Maybe you have experienced something that has left a deep impact on your life and you are feeling stuck in that painful place. Perhaps you are engaging in behaviors that are creating problems in your life and relationships. Partnering with one another we can work together to make the changes you want so you can move forward with less pain and more enjoyment in life.
With over 35 years of experience I am committed to walking alongside people and helping them reach the place they want to be. That may be to experience less anxiety, worry or depression. Maybe you have experienced something that has left a deep impact on your life and you are feeling stuck in that painful place. Perhaps you are engaging in behaviors that are creating problems in your life and relationships. Partnering with one another we can work together to make the changes you want so you can move forward with less pain and more enjoyment in life.

Congratulations on starting (or restarting) your journey in taking care of yourself. My name is Jiveli. My goal is to assist you with self-discovery, change, and improving your quality of life. I also help clients achieve healing and peace while working to reach their personal goals. I provide Mental Health Counseling for trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, relationship issues, eating disorders, schizophrenia, and grief and loss.
Congratulations on starting (or restarting) your journey in taking care of yourself. My name is Jiveli. My goal is to assist you with self-discovery, change, and improving your quality of life. I also help clients achieve healing and peace while working to reach their personal goals. I provide Mental Health Counseling for trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, relationship issues, eating disorders, schizophrenia, and grief and loss.

I love what I do and feel very fortunate to meet so many amazing children, adults, families, and couples. Guiding clients towards finding the solutions that help them reach their goals is the most rewarding part of anything I do. Whether it is an anxiety that gets in the way of joy or a sadness that won't go away, I am ready to show my clients what they are capable of. Giving them the tools to solve current problems and then all the future ones is what I am always striving for.
I love what I do and feel very fortunate to meet so many amazing children, adults, families, and couples. Guiding clients towards finding the solutions that help them reach their goals is the most rewarding part of anything I do. Whether it is an anxiety that gets in the way of joy or a sadness that won't go away, I am ready to show my clients what they are capable of. Giving them the tools to solve current problems and then all the future ones is what I am always striving for.

I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and families in multiple settings for the past 15 years. I feel that therapy can be beneficial for anyone and really enjoy getting to know my clients and exploring ways to help them meet their goals. I have a passion for meeting new people, learning about their lives, discovering their strengths, and helping them grow. When not working, I enjoy visiting with friends, watching my favorite shows and spending time with my family and cats.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and families in multiple settings for the past 15 years. I feel that therapy can be beneficial for anyone and really enjoy getting to know my clients and exploring ways to help them meet their goals. I have a passion for meeting new people, learning about their lives, discovering their strengths, and helping them grow. When not working, I enjoy visiting with friends, watching my favorite shows and spending time with my family and cats.

I’m a Clinical Psychologist specializing in working with individuals navigating the complexities of Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and Stress/Burnout. Many of my clients come to therapy struggling with intense emotions, feel overwhelmed, have communication challenges, and struggle with trauma responses—and together, we work to build healthier patterns and more fulfilling lives
I aim to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their inner experiences, build insight, and develop meaningful tools for lasting change.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist specializing in working with individuals navigating the complexities of Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and Stress/Burnout. Many of my clients come to therapy struggling with intense emotions, feel overwhelmed, have communication challenges, and struggle with trauma responses—and together, we work to build healthier patterns and more fulfilling lives
I aim to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their inner experiences, build insight, and develop meaningful tools for lasting change.

Are you or someone you know needing help navigating the challenges of life in today’s world? Does it seem difficult to regulate emotions? Struggling to find the right friends or managing health issues? Do you want to be happy, healthy, and safe, but aren’t sure how to get there? My name is Andrea Myer and I'm a personal counselor and coach helping teens through adults transition through life's difficult periods. Whether you're working through anxiety and depression, struggling to find your peer group, or need to figure out your future career, I can help.
Are you or someone you know needing help navigating the challenges of life in today’s world? Does it seem difficult to regulate emotions? Struggling to find the right friends or managing health issues? Do you want to be happy, healthy, and safe, but aren’t sure how to get there? My name is Andrea Myer and I'm a personal counselor and coach helping teens through adults transition through life's difficult periods. Whether you're working through anxiety and depression, struggling to find your peer group, or need to figure out your future career, I can help.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just plain exhausted from trying to manage everything on your own? Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, addiction, anger, or family conflict, you deserve support that actually helps. You don’t have to have it all figured out—just a willingness to try. Together, we’ll work to calm the chaos, strengthen your coping skills, and move you toward the peace and success that’s been waiting for you all along.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just plain exhausted from trying to manage everything on your own? Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, addiction, anger, or family conflict, you deserve support that actually helps. You don’t have to have it all figured out—just a willingness to try. Together, we’ll work to calm the chaos, strengthen your coping skills, and move you toward the peace and success that’s been waiting for you all along.

Cheryl J Woods
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC, CSAT
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I value providing you with a safe space and the freedom to open at your own pace, cultivating a healthy therapeutic relationship to support change and healing. As you reveal what's not working in your life and relationships, I select the best motivational therapeutic approach to help you effectively address these challenges. My guidance, while compassionate, is also honest and direct so you take responsibility for establishing and maintaining your emotional well-being. Doing so helps to reduce the impact of long-term emotional distress in your life.
I value providing you with a safe space and the freedom to open at your own pace, cultivating a healthy therapeutic relationship to support change and healing. As you reveal what's not working in your life and relationships, I select the best motivational therapeutic approach to help you effectively address these challenges. My guidance, while compassionate, is also honest and direct so you take responsibility for establishing and maintaining your emotional well-being. Doing so helps to reduce the impact of long-term emotional distress in your life.

I am a trauma specialist providing virtual appointments throughout NY, Oregon and Florida and in person appointments in Western NY. I specialize in Eating Disorders, Dissociative Disorders and Complex Trauma.
I am accepting new clients specifically looking for EMDR or those in need of a neurodivergent affirming ADHD assessment.
I am a trauma specialist providing virtual appointments throughout NY, Oregon and Florida and in person appointments in Western NY. I specialize in Eating Disorders, Dissociative Disorders and Complex Trauma.
I am accepting new clients specifically looking for EMDR or those in need of a neurodivergent affirming ADHD assessment.

I have an all women faith based practice in Rochester, NY and I've found my passion working to help women overcome their greatest obstacles! Whether you've experienced a crisis, struggling with an addiction, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, poor body image, experienced trauma, or having relational problems, I would love the opportunity come alongside you and work through these challenges together. We will work on identifying the root issue, create healthy coping skills, and establish lasting solutions in your healing journey! You are one decision away from receiving your breakthrough.
I have an all women faith based practice in Rochester, NY and I've found my passion working to help women overcome their greatest obstacles! Whether you've experienced a crisis, struggling with an addiction, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, poor body image, experienced trauma, or having relational problems, I would love the opportunity come alongside you and work through these challenges together. We will work on identifying the root issue, create healthy coping skills, and establish lasting solutions in your healing journey! You are one decision away from receiving your breakthrough.

You're troubled and don't know the way out. The strategies you may have tried--addictions, ruminating, blaming others or yourself, and secrecy--don't hold the answers and increase your suffering. I would be happy to talk with you about your situation and explore how therapy could help you find the way out. I understand about addiction, trauma, and the difficulty of feeling safe and learning to trust again. I can help you take charge of your life and solve problems so that you can cultivate happiness from within and create a better life for yourself.
You're troubled and don't know the way out. The strategies you may have tried--addictions, ruminating, blaming others or yourself, and secrecy--don't hold the answers and increase your suffering. I would be happy to talk with you about your situation and explore how therapy could help you find the way out. I understand about addiction, trauma, and the difficulty of feeling safe and learning to trust again. I can help you take charge of your life and solve problems so that you can cultivate happiness from within and create a better life for yourself.

I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals, couples and families. I enjoy helping couples and families who are experiencing relationship issues and/or conflict to find creative ways to resolve the conflict and strengthen the relationship. I also enjoy working with individuals who have experienced negative life events. Exposure to trauma at an early age often affects our lives as adults in profound ways making it difficult for us to maintain healthy relationships, to cope with stressors in non-destructive ways and to experience a consistent positive self-image.
I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals, couples and families. I enjoy helping couples and families who are experiencing relationship issues and/or conflict to find creative ways to resolve the conflict and strengthen the relationship. I also enjoy working with individuals who have experienced negative life events. Exposure to trauma at an early age often affects our lives as adults in profound ways making it difficult for us to maintain healthy relationships, to cope with stressors in non-destructive ways and to experience a consistent positive self-image.

I have worked with many clients to navigate the twists and turns of individual identity discovery and development and have provided an affirming and supportive environment that allows clients the freedom to explore many difficult topics without fear of being judged or criticized. For many individuals, therapy provides an opportunity to explore their beliefs and feelings about various situations to develop realistic expectations and significantly increase the likelihood that they will achieve personal goals.
I have worked with many clients to navigate the twists and turns of individual identity discovery and development and have provided an affirming and supportive environment that allows clients the freedom to explore many difficult topics without fear of being judged or criticized. For many individuals, therapy provides an opportunity to explore their beliefs and feelings about various situations to develop realistic expectations and significantly increase the likelihood that they will achieve personal goals.

Accepting select insurances and private pay beginning September 1, 2023. You have two psychological resources that will allow you to confront the greatest challenges in life. They are the choice to decide and the choice to change your attitude. While you cannot choose how you feel, you do have the choice to decide how you respond to those feelings.
Accepting select insurances and private pay beginning September 1, 2023. You have two psychological resources that will allow you to confront the greatest challenges in life. They are the choice to decide and the choice to change your attitude. While you cannot choose how you feel, you do have the choice to decide how you respond to those feelings.

I specialize in working with teens/adolescents, and young adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, attachment disorders, trauma, and behavioral concerns. I approach therapy sessions with unconditional positive regard. I see you doing your best, and I want to help you reach your highest potential.
I specialize in working with teens/adolescents, and young adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, attachment disorders, trauma, and behavioral concerns. I approach therapy sessions with unconditional positive regard. I see you doing your best, and I want to help you reach your highest potential.

When you are considering treatment for your mental health needs such as anxiety management or overcoming childhood trauma and self doubt, you need to consider who is out there that can empathize with you and provide insight and perspective that aligns with your future goals and aspirations. Whether you are a pre-teen of an elder adult you are looking for someone who has experience with multiple phases of life and will listen and validate your concerns and ideas.
When you are considering treatment for your mental health needs such as anxiety management or overcoming childhood trauma and self doubt, you need to consider who is out there that can empathize with you and provide insight and perspective that aligns with your future goals and aspirations. Whether you are a pre-teen of an elder adult you are looking for someone who has experience with multiple phases of life and will listen and validate your concerns and ideas.
How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Batavia, NY
20+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Batavia, NY who prioritize treating:
77% | Anxiety |
73% | Depression |
73% | Self Esteem |
69% | Stress |
62% | Coping Skills |
54% | Relationship Issues |
54% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
75% | Aetna |
75% | Excellus BlueCross BlueShield |
69% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Batavia, NY see their clients
74% | In Person and Online | |
26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
20% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Batavia?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.