Therapists in Buffalo, NY

Counseling can seem ‘scary’ at first, as it allows you to share the inmost parts of yourself that others may not see. It takes a leap of faith, especially if you have existed within a support system or culture that hasn't always acknowledged healthy coping & self-care. As a Black woman, I also recognize the lack of representation BIPOC often see as it relates to mental wellness…past & present. I hope to serve as a small vessel to bridge that gap, and offer a channel for self-care, self-love, exploration, & healing.

Are your relationships suffering under the weight of the world? Have you been made to feel that your problems are "too much" by others? Is your identity under attack and you're having trouble keeping your head above water? If so, I see you and I support you. I'm the owner of Whole Stories Therapy. Here, we practice cultural humility and acceptance to emphasize client-centered care from a systems perspective.

Do you need or want to change your life? It has been my privilege to have facilitated the recovery of many amazing and determined individuals who have been courageous enough to face the challenges of; "Who am I? Where do I belong? What do I do next to find my purpose? If you are confronted with relationship problems, anxiety, depression, career indecision, grief or substance use, I can help you assess your strengths, develop a plan and support you in your journey to find contentment and happiness.

Do you struggle with feeling stuck? Are you unable to move forward, yet feel uncomfortable standing still? This can be painful, and it is common to experience negative self-talk and self-doubt in these instances. These may be symptoms of your current circumstances, or perhaps these feelings are shaped by previous lived experiences. No matter the cause, we can all use support.

My goal is to 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, and grief and loss.

CPH Mental Health Counseling supports a variety of different patients. We support children, adolescents, adults, and families who are in need of psychological and support services for the various mental health struggles. While we specialize in the areas of gender dysphoria and trauma, we also offer general counseling services for anxiety, depression, post traumatic-stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorders, adjustment disorders and family conflicts.

About Comprehensive Counseling LCSWs: Whether you're struggling with a particular issue or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, we can help by providing you with the insight and tools you need to move beyond current obstacles. Comprehensive Counseling LCSWs is an affiliate company of LearnWell. We are a community based mental health practice where a diverse group of New York State licensed mental health professionals draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist clients in achieving their treatment goals. Accessibility, service and professionalism are the key elements of our success.

I admire you for your courage and vulnerability in seeking counseling services. Your pain matters, you deserve to be heard, and you are worthy of the help you receive. You are more than the worst thing that has ever happened to you. Trying to heal from your worst experiences in life may leave you questioning yourself, your reality, and your feelings. Trauma can leave us with outdated beliefs about ourselves and the world around us. I am here to help you challenge and replace those beliefs in a safe, supportive environment where you are seen and heard.

When life becomes challenging, we look for the light at the end of the tunnel. The light appears far, and we don't believe we can make it. With the help of therapy, the journey becomes bearable.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, angry, helpless, hopeless, anxious, depressed or struggling to identify how you are feeling? I am here to provide you with the support, tools and encouragement you need to achieve optimum mental health. We will work side by side to develop a treatment plan that works best for you and your level of functioning. Over the next several months we will work at identifying triggers for feelings/behaviors, identifying more effective coping skills, identifying positive supports, unpacking any past trauma that may have a direct effect on your mental health. The goal is to improve your confidence and self image.

Life can be hard at times and it can leave you feeling stuck and hopeless, but there is hope. I believe you deserve to live a life in which you are thriving instead of surviving. I can help you begin to understand your pain and transform and heal your pain so that you can live a fulfilling and meaningful life. One of the bravest things we can do is to begin to understand ourselves and you don’t have to go on that journey alone. I will provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental space to foster your healing journey. “When we have the courage to walk into our story and own it, we get to write the ending” -Brene Brown

Ready to take the first step? My greatest hope as a therapist is to help you become the best possible version of yourself. I believe that you have the intuitive qualities to reach your goals, and my ambition is to help you discover tools that will guide you on your path. I use a twofold therapeutic approach, which addresses the current issues or problems in your life, while investigating past experiences that may need more processing and resolution. Together, we navigate the present and the past in an integrated way, with the highest goal of helping you feel confident and empowered in your ability to handle life’s challenges.

Sometimes life is really hard and we need a space to express our thoughts, feelings, and experiences that continue to hurt today. You may be depressed, anxious, or having problems in your relationships or at work. Perhaps you are a new parent or starting a family and finding difficulties. Perhaps you have experienced trauma and are in need of healing. We'll work on building effective solutions to cope with the difficulties you are having as well as to resolve the lingering past hurts.

Are you having a hard time relating to your partner? Are you communicating but it seems as if nothing is changing? Do you desire better communication or want to enhance intimacy? Are you stressed about things continually happening in your life? Does dealing with things seem to be just too hard to do? Would you like to begin to feel as if you have some sense of control again? I understand that dealing with various life events, relationships, traumas, and even one’s own self can be overwhelming. These (seemingly minor) events can contribute to emotional issues that affect one’s health and general well-being. *New clients-June 2021

Experienced In: Mood Disorders, Control Concerns, Grief and Loss, Family & Couple Therapy, Communication Issues, Anger Management, Self-Esteem, Multicultural Concerns, Women Issues and Trauma, Career Concerns, Life Stressors. Clinical approaches: Person Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy (TFT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Family Systems.

I am a generalist in that I will work with most problems. My approach is Cognitive-Behavioral. I work to help individuals, families, and children to adjust their lives so they are more comfortable and in control of behaviors and emotions. I have found that active participation in setting goals and in tracking progress is important and part of the best way to change. Areas of interest include: depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, relationship problems, and parenting difficulties.