EMDR Therapists in Cheektowaga, NY
I am intensely trained in EMDR, and I hold additional training in DBT, Gottman Method, and Perinatal Mood Disorders.
Healing from adversity can feel scary, unfamiliar, and daunting. In my therapy practice, I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive space for individuals to heal and grow. Oftentimes, when we experience trauma and other life changes, we develop coping skills that aid in our survival, but that may presently pose barriers. In embarking on this journey to healing and breaking difficult patterns, we can work together to help you develop self-compassion, improve relationships, and transform your pain into power.
I am intensely trained in EMDR, and I hold additional training in DBT, Gottman Method, and Perinatal Mood Disorders.
Healing from adversity can feel scary, unfamiliar, and daunting. In my therapy practice, I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive space for individuals to heal and grow. Oftentimes, when we experience trauma and other life changes, we develop coping skills that aid in our survival, but that may presently pose barriers. In embarking on this journey to healing and breaking difficult patterns, we can work together to help you develop self-compassion, improve relationships, and transform your pain into power.
I am trained in therapeutic play, mindfulness, EMDR, CBT and Perinatal Mental Health.
Trauma informed therapy encourages the exploration of connections between life experiences and how our body responds to stress. Your thoughts, behaviors and feelings are all connected. Healing is not linear; it's a journey and I'm passionate about guiding you through this process.
I am trained in therapeutic play, mindfulness, EMDR, CBT and Perinatal Mental Health.
Trauma informed therapy encourages the exploration of connections between life experiences and how our body responds to stress. Your thoughts, behaviors and feelings are all connected. Healing is not linear; it's a journey and I'm passionate about guiding you through this process.
I am trained in EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and perinatal and postpartum mental health.
Hi! My name is Lauren and I am a Mental Health Counselor. My goal is to assist you in getting you where you want to be in life. You and I will create a partnership to figure out the best way forward together. I firmly believe you are the driving force in your journey, but sometimes we can use some help. Working together, I can help you navigate intense emotions and behaviors. If you’re tired of feeling out of control with your thoughts and emotions, want to improve your self-care by focusing on your mental health, or are just feeling emotionally drained, let’s meet up and create a plan together!
I am trained in EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and perinatal and postpartum mental health.
Hi! My name is Lauren and I am a Mental Health Counselor. My goal is to assist you in getting you where you want to be in life. You and I will create a partnership to figure out the best way forward together. I firmly believe you are the driving force in your journey, but sometimes we can use some help. Working together, I can help you navigate intense emotions and behaviors. If you’re tired of feeling out of control with your thoughts and emotions, want to improve your self-care by focusing on your mental health, or are just feeling emotionally drained, let’s meet up and create a plan together!
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.
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.
I also specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) an evidence-based approach for processing trauma and provide dedicated support for first responders.
Life can be incredibly hard at times, and it takes courage to reach out for help. I believe in your capacity to heal and grow, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. My role is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Whether you’re facing a loss, struggling with depression or anxiety, or navigating changes in your family, relationships, or career, I’ll work with you to help you meet your goals and build the life you deserve.
I also specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) an evidence-based approach for processing trauma and provide dedicated support for first responders.
Life can be incredibly hard at times, and it takes courage to reach out for help. I believe in your capacity to heal and grow, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. My role is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Whether you’re facing a loss, struggling with depression or anxiety, or navigating changes in your family, relationships, or career, I’ll work with you to help you meet your goals and build the life you deserve.
I specialize in trauma-informed care and use EMDR to support processing of difficult experiences, helping reduce distress and restore a sense of safety and control.
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I work with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and feelings of disconnection or low self-worth. Many feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them or overwhelmed by life’s demands and relationships. They may be seeking relief from emotional pain, clarity in their identity, or a deeper understanding of how their past and environment shape their present.
I specialize in trauma-informed care and use EMDR to support processing of difficult experiences, helping reduce distress and restore a sense of safety and control.
— Immediate Openings Available! —
I work with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and feelings of disconnection or low self-worth. Many feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them or overwhelmed by life’s demands and relationships. They may be seeking relief from emotional pain, clarity in their identity, or a deeper understanding of how their past and environment shape their present.
Amanda P
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWR
2 Endorsed
Cheektowaga, NY 14215
Waitlist for new clients
As an EMDR Consultant, I’ve seen how traditional talk therapy can sometimes feel like running in circles.
We won’t just analyze your problems; we will work together to track how your body holds stress and resilience in the present moment. This process allows us to resolve old wounds at a pace that feels safe and sustainable for you. My goal isn’t just to help you 'manage', it’s to help you feel truly at home in your own skin again.
As an EMDR Consultant, I’ve seen how traditional talk therapy can sometimes feel like running in circles.
We won’t just analyze your problems; we will work together to track how your body holds stress and resilience in the present moment. This process allows us to resolve old wounds at a pace that feels safe and sustainable for you. My goal isn’t just to help you 'manage', it’s to help you feel truly at home in your own skin again.
I am an EMDR practitioner that utilizes Schema therapy, IFS and DBT to address the unique challenges of each client.
Each client presents with their own unique set of needs and challenges relative to the environments they were raised in. What many identify as disorders or dysfunction I view as necessary adaptations to environmental stressors. Within the context of that thinking people need to be able to function and manage their lives in a way that provides space for healing, happiness and love. I believe that what people desire most is to be seen, to live autonomously with self determination, and to feel connected to something greater than themselves, be it a cause, a community, an organization or God.
I am an EMDR practitioner that utilizes Schema therapy, IFS and DBT to address the unique challenges of each client.
Each client presents with their own unique set of needs and challenges relative to the environments they were raised in. What many identify as disorders or dysfunction I view as necessary adaptations to environmental stressors. Within the context of that thinking people need to be able to function and manage their lives in a way that provides space for healing, happiness and love. I believe that what people desire most is to be seen, to live autonomously with self determination, and to feel connected to something greater than themselves, be it a cause, a community, an organization or God.
My training includes Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing ( EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Positive Psychology, and Seeking Safety, along with a number of other evidence-based treatment modalities.
I have worked in the human services field for over 20 years and have been a licensed social worker since 2010. Throughout that time, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds as they navigate a wide range of life challenges. Many of the individuals I have worked with have experienced traumas that have led to struggles with either their emotional/mental well being and/or substance use. I deeply believe that regardless of the struggles people experience, everyone is capable of being a better version of themself and building a quality of life that gives them meaning and purpose.
My training includes Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing ( EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Positive Psychology, and Seeking Safety, along with a number of other evidence-based treatment modalities.
I have worked in the human services field for over 20 years and have been a licensed social worker since 2010. Throughout that time, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds as they navigate a wide range of life challenges. Many of the individuals I have worked with have experienced traumas that have led to struggles with either their emotional/mental well being and/or substance use. I deeply believe that regardless of the struggles people experience, everyone is capable of being a better version of themself and building a quality of life that gives them meaning and purpose.
I have also completed training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) therapy from an EMDRIA-approved program.
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. Together we address the current issues or problems in your life, while investigating past experiences that may need more processing and resolution. We then 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.
I have also completed training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) therapy from an EMDRIA-approved program.
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. Together we address the current issues or problems in your life, while investigating past experiences that may need more processing and resolution. We then 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.
I use a blend of practical tools tailored to your needs:
EMDR to help your brain process and 'file away' painful memories so they no longer trigger you, DBT, a concrete toolkit for managing intense emotions, and MI to help find clarity when stuck.
Finding a space where you don’t have to explain or defend your identity is the first step toward healing. Perhaps you’re navigating the complexities of coming out, managing the weight of minority stress, or trying to process past traumas that still feel 'loud' in your daily life. You deserve a therapist who truly 'gets it' and provides a soft place to land.
My style is collaborative, direct, and deeply affirming. I believe therapy is a partnership where your lived experience is respected and your goals are the priority. We’ll work together to build the resilience you already possess and create the peace of mind you deserve.
I use a blend of practical tools tailored to your needs:
EMDR to help your brain process and 'file away' painful memories so they no longer trigger you, DBT, a concrete toolkit for managing intense emotions, and MI to help find clarity when stuck.
Finding a space where you don’t have to explain or defend your identity is the first step toward healing. Perhaps you’re navigating the complexities of coming out, managing the weight of minority stress, or trying to process past traumas that still feel 'loud' in your daily life. You deserve a therapist who truly 'gets it' and provides a soft place to land.
My style is collaborative, direct, and deeply affirming. I believe therapy is a partnership where your lived experience is respected and your goals are the priority. We’ll work together to build the resilience you already possess and create the peace of mind you deserve.
Some different types of treatments that I use are: CBT, DBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy, and Exposure Response Prevention.
Hi there, I’m so glad you found your way here! I know that reaching out for help can feel like a big step, but I want you to know that you're not alone. If you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down by past experiences, therapy can be a place where you can finally take a breath, feel heard, and start finding the balance and peace you're looking for.
Some different types of treatments that I use are: CBT, DBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy, and Exposure Response Prevention.
Hi there, I’m so glad you found your way here! I know that reaching out for help can feel like a big step, but I want you to know that you're not alone. If you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down by past experiences, therapy can be a place where you can finally take a breath, feel heard, and start finding the balance and peace you're looking for.
I am a person-centered therapist that will use CBT, DBT, EMDR, and other empirically based approaches in my practice.
You're very courageous for taking the first step to becoming a better you. Here is where your journey begins. Here you will be respected and heard. I aim to make you feel validated while allowing you to tell YOUR story without free. Here, you will develop great confidence in your individual self. With that confidence, you will learn that your voice is powerful and should be heard unapologetically. While working on your healing and growth, you will also gain understanding that you are responsible in dictating what direction you want your life to go in. Therefore, you are the EXPERT of your life! How can I help to put yourself first?
I am a person-centered therapist that will use CBT, DBT, EMDR, and other empirically based approaches in my practice.
You're very courageous for taking the first step to becoming a better you. Here is where your journey begins. Here you will be respected and heard. I aim to make you feel validated while allowing you to tell YOUR story without free. Here, you will develop great confidence in your individual self. With that confidence, you will learn that your voice is powerful and should be heard unapologetically. While working on your healing and growth, you will also gain understanding that you are responsible in dictating what direction you want your life to go in. Therefore, you are the EXPERT of your life! How can I help to put yourself first?
I work with adults providing individualized treatment, utilizing evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness-based techniques, and coping skill building.
Welcome to my practice in Amherst, NY where I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space to support you through life’s challenges. Whether you're striving to enhance your emotional wellbeing, feeling overwhelmed and stressed, or disconnected and alone, I would be honored to help. As a client-centered, trauma-informed practitioner, I am dedicated to empowering you as we work through anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery. I enjoy working with clients on exploring effective avenues to take in order to make a meaningful change while offering ongoing support along the way.
I work with adults providing individualized treatment, utilizing evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness-based techniques, and coping skill building.
Welcome to my practice in Amherst, NY where I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space to support you through life’s challenges. Whether you're striving to enhance your emotional wellbeing, feeling overwhelmed and stressed, or disconnected and alone, I would be honored to help. As a client-centered, trauma-informed practitioner, I am dedicated to empowering you as we work through anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery. I enjoy working with clients on exploring effective avenues to take in order to make a meaningful change while offering ongoing support along the way.
Feeling burnt out, or emotionally drained in your life or your work? Whether you're a behavioral health therapist, a healthcare professional, or simply someone struggling with these emotions, I want you to know that there is help available. As someone who has been through the healing process myself, I know how transformative and life-changing therapy can be. That's why I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their challenges and find the solutions they need.
Feeling burnt out, or emotionally drained in your life or your work? Whether you're a behavioral health therapist, a healthcare professional, or simply someone struggling with these emotions, I want you to know that there is help available. As someone who has been through the healing process myself, I know how transformative and life-changing therapy can be. That's why I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their challenges and find the solutions they need.
Katie specializes in Trauma, using a variety of modalities, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) and Schema therapy.
Katie Klaiber is a Licensed Clinical Social worker and graduate from the University at Buffalo with her MSW. She has been providing services to children, teens, adults and families for over 15 years. She was born and raised in Western New York and provided case management for four years, which has increased her knowledge in services for both children and adults in the area. Katie works with a variety of populations, including individuals who struggle with PTSD, CPTSD, anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, gender identity concerns, the LGBTQ community, and borderline personality disorder.
Katie specializes in Trauma, using a variety of modalities, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) and Schema therapy.
Katie Klaiber is a Licensed Clinical Social worker and graduate from the University at Buffalo with her MSW. She has been providing services to children, teens, adults and families for over 15 years. She was born and raised in Western New York and provided case management for four years, which has increased her knowledge in services for both children and adults in the area. Katie works with a variety of populations, including individuals who struggle with PTSD, CPTSD, anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, gender identity concerns, the LGBTQ community, and borderline personality disorder.
I was trained in EMDR in 2015
Feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or trapped in patterns you want to change? Are you struggling to shake feelings of depression, anxiety, unreasonable anger, negative self-talk, trauma, or difficult life transitions? Perhaps you're feeling disconnected from yourself or others, facing relationship or family conflicts, battling low self-esteem, or overwhelming stress and burnout. Maybe you've achieved many of the things you thought would bring happiness, yet still find yourself searching for purpose, meaning, and direction. Whatever brings you to therapy, I am committed to helping you gain insight and move towards a more meaningful life.
I was trained in EMDR in 2015
Feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or trapped in patterns you want to change? Are you struggling to shake feelings of depression, anxiety, unreasonable anger, negative self-talk, trauma, or difficult life transitions? Perhaps you're feeling disconnected from yourself or others, facing relationship or family conflicts, battling low self-esteem, or overwhelming stress and burnout. Maybe you've achieved many of the things you thought would bring happiness, yet still find yourself searching for purpose, meaning, and direction. Whatever brings you to therapy, I am committed to helping you gain insight and move towards a more meaningful life.
Are you having difficulty navigating the challenges of day-to-day life? Do small tasks seem like giant hurdles to overcome or complete? Are you having difficulty being present in the moment, or have you recently experienced a new life event that you're finding difficult to adjust to? Fostering self-awareness, inner peace, and a self-guided exploration of your true authentic self are pillars of my practice. Let's work together to identify positive ways to cope with every day stressors, all while reinforcing your personal strengths, and promoting overall wellness.
Are you having difficulty navigating the challenges of day-to-day life? Do small tasks seem like giant hurdles to overcome or complete? Are you having difficulty being present in the moment, or have you recently experienced a new life event that you're finding difficult to adjust to? Fostering self-awareness, inner peace, and a self-guided exploration of your true authentic self are pillars of my practice. Let's work together to identify positive ways to cope with every day stressors, all while reinforcing your personal strengths, and promoting overall wellness.
I utilizes CBT, DBT, Schema, ACT, Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing and EMDR treatment modalities.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Credentialed Alcohlism and Subsance Abuse Counselor and have worked in the mental health and addiction field for over 20 years.
I utilizes CBT, DBT, Schema, ACT, Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing and EMDR treatment modalities.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Credentialed Alcohlism and Subsance Abuse Counselor and have worked in the mental health and addiction field for over 20 years.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with 20+ years experience, my approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, including EMDR and talk therapy, using a strengths-based, person-centered approach, integrating mindfulness techniques to support emotional regulation and personal growth.
Our thoughts and life experiences deeply influence how we see ourselves and the world around us. That’s why it’s so important to feel truly heard and supported from the very first therapy session. I understand that addressing mental health concerns can feel overwhelming or even scary, which is why I strive to create a calm, safe, and trusting space where healing can begin.
Reaching out for help when you're feeling lost is one of the most courageous and empowering decisions you can make. As your therapist, I will walk alongside you—guiding you through life’s challenges, helping you reconnect with your inner strength.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with 20+ years experience, my approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, including EMDR and talk therapy, using a strengths-based, person-centered approach, integrating mindfulness techniques to support emotional regulation and personal growth.
Our thoughts and life experiences deeply influence how we see ourselves and the world around us. That’s why it’s so important to feel truly heard and supported from the very first therapy session. I understand that addressing mental health concerns can feel overwhelming or even scary, which is why I strive to create a calm, safe, and trusting space where healing can begin.
Reaching out for help when you're feeling lost is one of the most courageous and empowering decisions you can make. As your therapist, I will walk alongside you—guiding you through life’s challenges, helping you reconnect with your inner strength.
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Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.
Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.
What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.