Therapists in Buffalo, NY

Therapy is the gentle, intricate process of restoring parts of yourself that you are struggling with. While we do not get to choose how our life experiences or suffering affects us, we have the power to overcome and grow - even when we least expect it. If you have been struggling to feel like yourself and perhaps identify with hopelessness, anxiousness and preferring to isolate, there is a way through these difficult symptoms. I offer interventions to teens, adults and families seeking guidance to improve emotional, mental and behavioral aspects of their lives.

Life can be a tumultuous journey, full of ups, downs, and unpredictable twists and turns. Even when life begins to settle, our own minds can create upheaval and send us spinning into chaos once again. It can be like this for all of us, and no one should have to trudge through it on their own. At it's worst, we can feel completely broken, stuck, ashamed, lost, and we suffer. You are not alone, and you no longer need to feel alone in your struggle. Whether it is life transitions, relationships, the past, depression, anxieties, or whatever has you stuck or spiraling at this time, you have come to the right place.

Traumatic experiences have an effect on all members of the family. Sometimes what we once thought our lives would look like, turned out to be different down the road. We all need support and guidance at times and reaching out is step one in your journey to become emotionally stronger. In a safe & private setting, I will help you find that better place, so you can find a sense of peace to move forward in the next phase of your life. My approach is direct and nonjudgmental and I have helped many clients who struggled with living healthier, productive lives.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Buffalo Integrative Psychology, PLLC. I believe that every person has an innate ability to heal, change, and grow when provided with a safe and supportive environment. Together, one of our goals will be to increase your self-awareness, identify your current struggles, and explore what might be getting in the way of change. This will help us journey to a heightened understanding so you can take the necessary steps to live a more fulfilled life.

I have a great deal of experience helping clients who are facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse, grief, and life cycle changes. Along with my clients, I incorporate cultural and lifestyle factors to address mental health in a way that makes change seem manageable and incremental. I have a passion for helping clients to feel peace within their community, especially women and LGBTQ+ individuals.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who received a MSW from Daemen College with a concentration in child and family treatment. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. I have vast experience working with children and teenagers who have experienced trauma in their lives. I am also a certified autism provider and have exceptional clinical skills working with children on the autism spectrum. I help to empower my clients to resolve issues, achieve growth, and respond to challenges in a healthy way. I use a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Emily Dickinson’s poem “Not in Vain”, hung on my wall growing up and I often think its essence seeped into my being. She wrote, “If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain: If I can ease one life the aching, Or cool one pain, Or help one fainting robin Unto his nest again, I shall not live in vain”. As therapists, we choose to work within the world of emotions and behaviors, learning healthy techniques to bring balance to our mind, body, and spirit. Counseling is a judgement free setting, with an objective listener; where everyone is welcome and can be supported.

Sometimes in life we are faced with situations or circumstances out of our control. Overcoming these challenges can be a burden too much for some to manage on their own. As a clinical social worker and registered play therapist, I strive to be that person for anyone needing to conquer these challenges.

A little on edge? Feeling empty? Afraid to trust? Things can feel overwhelming until they’re dissected and explained. Anxiety just wants a plan. Depression is just pointing to a hole or void in our life. Trauma just wants assurance that the traumatic thing won’t happen to us again. All of these are just smoke alarms put in place to keep us safe and whole. Everything we feel makes sense; we aren’t crazy and we aren’t lost causes. Areas Of Focus: Anxiety, depression, youth and family dynamics, finding meaning and purpose, and trauma and adjustment disorders. Catch me on “Fatal Attraction” S13E8! ... Tiktok: dimariobell

I am currently accepting new clients. Elisabeth Burn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of New York. Are you currently feeling anxious, depressed or even stuck? I specialize in supporting individuals and couples in understanding their stories. I hope that I can be supportive to you in identifying the pieces of your story that have brought you to therapy. In doing so, we can work together to uncover patterns that might be keeping you from living the life you desire. Together we can find ways to unlock these past patterns and discover new pathways to promote a better relationship with yourself and with others.

Whether you are new here or this isn't your first time around, the hardest part is always getting started and finding a therapist who is the right fit. I do my best to offer an accepting, empathetic, honest, and collaborative partnership- usually paired with a level of humor and humility. We owe it to ourselves to have a safe space to process life events and our natural range of emotions.

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.

The catalyst for seeking therapy is a personal one - you may be striving to make change, desire a better understanding of yourself and the world around you, or are looking to make yourself and your needs more of a priority. In our work together, we will explore what brings you to therapy and develop the tools and skills to support your goals.

As a provider, my goal is to create a safe space to allow children, teens and young adults, the opportunity to be open to the therapy process. Trusting that therapy is a learning experience and trust that you'll be guided during this journey. With understanding that this journey may not always be easy, parents will be given the space to express their concerns, and learn tools, to assist with their child.

Emotions are currents of energy in the body. Energy such as (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, anger and trauma, contract and trigger the "fight or flight" response. This leaves the body in a high alert state. If not expressed, this energy lingers in the body causing imbalance, even illness in the body and mind. Learn to tune into the bodily experience of your emotions, release toxic energy and activate the "rest and digest" response to regain balance. By practicing awareness, expression and intention my clients feel more empowered and in control of their emotions, allowing them to live a more expanded and fulfilled life.

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.

Feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or like the past is holding you back? Tired of being stuck in the same patterns and looking to make a change? Ready to move forward and build the life you want to lead?

Embarking on a therapeutic journey is an acknowledgement of personal strength and resilience. It's a space where we collaboratively navigate the complexities of your emotions, thoughts, and experiences. The challenges you bring to therapy are not obstacles, but opportunities for growth, self-discovery, and positive change. I employ a holistic and strengths-based approach to therapy, recognizing the interconnectedness of mind and body. Drawing from a diverse toolkit of therapeutic modalities, interventions are tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.

My name is Peg Crawford and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified EFT (tapping) Practitioner. I have 47 years of experience in working with individuals who have anxiety, depression, PTSD, phobias, panic attacks and pain, as well as those in life transitions. EFT is highly researched and I have found it to be highly effective in working with all these issues. It quickly calms down the nervous system, clears out blockages in your energy fields, and rewires your brain so that you are no longer reacting to triggers for trauma or other negative emotions. It works quickly, and you can learn to do it for yourself.