Self Esteem Therapists in Delaware-West Ferry, Buffalo, NY

Creative approaches to mental health treatment can effectively engage children and teens, as well as adults, in this important work. I believe in customizing therapy to each unique individual and family, to bring about the shared discovery of methods that will best suit their needs and support the achievement of their personal goals. Within a therapeutic partnership, my clients build strength and skills for identifying, tolerating, expressing, and addressing what words alone often fail to, so they may better manage through all of life's challenges independently.

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, my mission is to support and empower individuals as they are going through difficult and challenging times in their life. Tailoring treatment interventions based on the individual and their need for a therapeutic relationship, while empowering clients to become their authentic self and reach their highest potential. My goal is to give my clients a safe, accepted, non- judgmental environment.

Do you ever feel alone or that you are the only one to feel this way? There is no reason for you to suffer. Everyone experiences troubles in their life and I want to help you! My passion is in understanding where you are today and guiding you to where you want to be next. You may be angry, sad, confused, indifferent, or just "numb." You may even believe that you will never feel safe and happy again. But you can and you will. Whatever you bring to me we can work together to find the right solution for you.

Welcome to Lyrically Healing and thank you for your courage. Here is where you are serviced in safety, respect, empathy, love, honesty, focus, maturity, confidence and empowerment. I believe you are the author of your own story. "There are years that ask questions and years that answer"- Z.Hurston. As the expert of your life maybe you have the answers and need assistance finding your voice. Or maybe you are curious about experiences that impact you? Wherever your walk begins Lyrically Healing can move with you.

Worry, sadness, and uncertainty are natural responses to feeling you can't control parts of your life. Often regaining control feels like it requires giving up something else, whether it is time with family and friends, your passions, or last night's sleep. While dark humor, caffeine, and willpower may get you far, you shouldn’t have to give up the best parts of your life to just survive. No matter how you got here, you are the expert on yourself. My responsibility is to create a supportive and attentive space where you can gain perspective and resume growth.

Being human comes with complexities of great loss, love, curiosities and questions. We may reach a point in their experience where they feel like they are not living as their best and most authentic self. This can leave some feeling depressed, anxious, angry and fearful. As well as having ruminating thoughts, social withdrawal and being overwhelmed by it all. While working alongside a therapist, I believe that you can create a healthier and deeper understanding of the self, learn/practice communication skills, and process trauma to navigate and gain depth and perspective on the complexities of life.

In my work as a therapist, I have helped children, families, parents, and adults cope with and overcome a wide range of challenges such as PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, anger and stress management, parenting and relationship challenges, and life transitions. In the process of doing so, I have learned that we all possess a tremendous capacity for healing and growth.

Talking about our problems and fears can be hard. As a NYS Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, I offer alternative techniques for people to express worries, concerns, and process past experiences that are difficult to talk about. I use a client-centered approach to address each client's individual needs. By working together in a healing process you are able to change negative thinking patterns and behaviors to live the life you or your family member deserve. I offer a non-judgmental space that combines traditional talk therapy techniques, art therapy and trauma-informed care to enhance my clients inner journey to a healthier life.

Suffer from Depression, Anxiety, or other stressors? our wellness depends on the balance between the mind, body and spirit. We are functioning through life's demands on automatic pilot without addressing the imbalance we feel in our daily lives. Stress is the leading cause of disease and early death and managing stress is a huge challenge in our society full of nonstop blizzard of "things to do". Take charge of your life by prioritizing your own health and wellbeing; exercise, eat better, and be kind to yourself. Invest in your own healing so that you can improve your quality of life and extend the time you have with loved ones.

Life can throw you sudden and unexpected challenges. Stéphanie understands the difficulties surrounding change and the anxiety that occurs over an unknown future. The process of grief can be associated with any kind of loss: a job, relationship, the loss of a pet, or most painfully, a loved one. Stéphanie knows that the closing of one door may lead to the opening of another. You may not ever forget the loss, but she can help you to move forward. Stéphanie also has a passion for helping those experiencing depression, anxiety, and daily life challenges through her empathetic, open and non-judgmental kindness.

I imagine you found your way here because you're looking for change— change in a relationship, change in your habits, or change in how you handle anxiety, sadness or stress. Maybe you have had enough of Coronavirus and need to figure out how to cope until life feels normal again. Whatever you need, my job first and foremost is to listen. You're the expert on yourself. I'm here to help you figure out the parts of you (and of life) that can be hard to manage.

Everyone deserves time and space to explore and better understand their thoughts, feelings, reactions and behaviors, and to experience inner peace and joy. It is an honor to share space with someone interested in growth and healing. Once we can better understand our past experiences and how they affect us in the present, we have more choices and can make adjustments in our life as we see fit. I believe that you know what is best and have the answers. Through the therapy process, and safely delving into those hurt places, those answers will come to light and help you figure out the best way to care for yourself.

Therapy can be a scary thing to start especially with the fear of vulnerability. Taking that leap, and pushing yourself to process topics such as unresolved trauma, regulating emotions, increasing healthy skills, substance use or on-going day to day stressors is something I would like to help you with. Life can throw you sudden and unexpected challenges that we as humans can be completely unprepared for. I would like to work with you to understand the difficulties surrounding change and the anxiety that occurs in our unknown future.

Imagining my ideal client, their issue would be experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety. Their need would be to maintain a healthy work life balance. Their goal would be to develop healthy coping skills and utilize. Make a healthy routine habit. The client want to manage symptoms without medications. Client do not want to depend on medications.

I find great fulfillment in collaborating with individuals who have endured trauma. Witnessing their progress, healing, and transformation through the therapeutic process is a profound and uplifting experience. Observing individuals reclaim their personal agency, develop healthier relationships with themselves and others, and regain a sense of empowerment is the ultimate objective, among other achievements. I understand that embarking on a journey of healing can be difficult, but it is also a courageous endeavor. You deserve to take that vital step towards your healing process, and I am here to support you.

I believe that life is an important challenge. Making it the life you want takes courage. I am here to support you in creating the life you want, relationship you want, and family you want. I respect your choice to support yourself by reaching out and welcome any questions you might have before we initiate our work together.

What makes me different? 
I’m a survivor: I’ve been through it. I am committed to providing creative, dynamic, evidence-based, mental health therapy to a diverse body of clients. I am passionate about providing Anti-Oppression, Trauma-Informed individual and couples’ counseling to clients from all backgrounds. In our sessions, expect to laugh, cry, cuss (if you want to), have “lightbulb” moments, and be embraced for who you are. We’ll work together to improve your relationships, identify and change patterns and behaviors, grow your emotional intelligence, break generational cycles, to live your most authentic, fulfilling life.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by life stressors? Do you take care of others before you care for yourself? Are you waking up in the middle of the night wondering "What happened to my dreams?" The therapists at Explore What's Next will help you feel in control of your life again. Together, we can create the life and relationships you want and deserve. Therapists at Explore What's Next are qualified, direct, non-judgmental, compassionate & easy to talk to.

Taking the first step can be difficult, but you are not alone. I wholeheartedly believe that mental health is wealth, as it impacts various areas of our lives. It makes a world of difference to not go through those difficulties alone. If you find that you have been struggling with a variety of issues, including but not limited to, relationship problems, work stress, familial conflict, or trauma history that manifests into anxiety or depression, I welcome you as you bravely choose to improve and prioritize your overall well-being. Please take comfort in knowing that you are doing something significant, and that is choosing you!