Parenting Therapists in Cheektowaga, NY
Amanda P
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWR
2 Endorsed
Cheektowaga, NY 14215
Waitlist for new clients
Have you ever felt like your mind knows you’re safe, but your body hasn't received the message yet? True, lasting change happens when we move beyond just talking and begin to listen to the language of your nervous system.
As an EMDR Consultant, I’ve seen how traditional talk therapy can sometimes feel like running in circles. You might understand why you feel the way you do, but the heavy weight of the past still feels physically present. My approach is different: I integrate EMDR and Natural Processing to help you gently bridge that gap between your thoughts and your physical sense of peace.
Have you ever felt like your mind knows you’re safe, but your body hasn't received the message yet? True, lasting change happens when we move beyond just talking and begin to listen to the language of your nervous system.
As an EMDR Consultant, I’ve seen how traditional talk therapy can sometimes feel like running in circles. You might understand why you feel the way you do, but the heavy weight of the past still feels physically present. My approach is different: I integrate EMDR and Natural Processing to help you gently bridge that gap between your thoughts and your physical sense of peace.
Whether it is a child, an individual considering parenthood, a pregnant person, or an already parent, I believe it is essential for everyone to have a set of tools to help cope and understand oneself and the world around them.
I specialize in working with infants, children, and individuals considering parenthood, as well as those who are pregnant or already parents, and children within educational settings. I have advanced training in parental and infant mental health and disorders, and I specialize in attachment-based work.
Whether it is a child, an individual considering parenthood, a pregnant person, or an already parent, I believe it is essential for everyone to have a set of tools to help cope and understand oneself and the world around them.
I specialize in working with infants, children, and individuals considering parenthood, as well as those who are pregnant or already parents, and children within educational settings. I have advanced training in parental and infant mental health and disorders, and I specialize in attachment-based work.
I know that taking the first step toward focusing on yourself can feel overwhelming — and even a little scary. But you don't have to figure it out alone. I am here to offer a warm, comfortable, and compassionate space where you can slow down, be heard, and begin to heal. My approach is rooted in partnership — I won't simply sit across from you and offer advice, but rather walk alongside you every step of the way, at a pace that feels right for you.
I know that taking the first step toward focusing on yourself can feel overwhelming — and even a little scary. But you don't have to figure it out alone. I am here to offer a warm, comfortable, and compassionate space where you can slow down, be heard, and begin to heal. My approach is rooted in partnership — I won't simply sit across from you and offer advice, but rather walk alongside you every step of the way, at a pace that feels right for you.
You’ve spent so much of your life being strong, holding it all together for everyone else, but lately it’s starting to feel heavy. The memories, the heartbreak, the constant second guessing. You’re ready to stop surviving and finally start healing.
You want to feel grounded and confident in who you are, to trust yourself again, to set boundaries without guilt, and to build relationships that actually feel safe. Deep down, you know you were made for more than just holding it all in and pushing through.
I’m here to help you release what’s been weighing you down, reconnect with your peace, and create the life you’ve always deserved.
You’ve spent so much of your life being strong, holding it all together for everyone else, but lately it’s starting to feel heavy. The memories, the heartbreak, the constant second guessing. You’re ready to stop surviving and finally start healing.
You want to feel grounded and confident in who you are, to trust yourself again, to set boundaries without guilt, and to build relationships that actually feel safe. Deep down, you know you were made for more than just holding it all in and pushing through.
I’m here to help you release what’s been weighing you down, reconnect with your peace, and create the life you’ve always deserved.
I also operate a non for profit Black Mental Health Rock supporting African American Single Parents who struggle with Mental Health Instability.
Hello, My name is Nicole Mcilwain, a compassionate Licensed Mental Health Therapist,
entrepreneur and CEO dedicated to providing quality mental health care to individuals in diverse communities who struggle with berries that trigger mental health illnesses.I have worked in the field of human services/ mental health for over 15 yrs. Being raised in the lower east side of Buffalo New York I have faced many obstacles, and trauma however I overcame many adversities. Which has given me the desire to ensure individuals who struggle with mental health receive the necessary care..
I also operate a non for profit Black Mental Health Rock supporting African American Single Parents who struggle with Mental Health Instability.
Hello, My name is Nicole Mcilwain, a compassionate Licensed Mental Health Therapist,
entrepreneur and CEO dedicated to providing quality mental health care to individuals in diverse communities who struggle with berries that trigger mental health illnesses.I have worked in the field of human services/ mental health for over 15 yrs. Being raised in the lower east side of Buffalo New York I have faced many obstacles, and trauma however I overcame many adversities. Which has given me the desire to ensure individuals who struggle with mental health receive the necessary care..
For over 30 years, I've had the privilege of working with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of settings. For the majority of those years, I have been providing mental health therapy to individuals suffering from depression, anxiety and mood disorders, to name a few. I feel that I have a unique way of using everyday language to help people better understand how to cope with life's challenges. I am diverse in my treatment approach, which I feel is necessary in treating the unique challenges in today's world.
For over 30 years, I've had the privilege of working with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of settings. For the majority of those years, I have been providing mental health therapy to individuals suffering from depression, anxiety and mood disorders, to name a few. I feel that I have a unique way of using everyday language to help people better understand how to cope with life's challenges. I am diverse in my treatment approach, which I feel is necessary in treating the unique challenges in today's world.
Life is stressful and distracting enough without putting others needs above your own. But that’s what we tend to do! As a result we are left feeling drained. Relationships are complicated – whether it be with yourself or others. Throughout our lifetime relationships are often the most neglected and yet one of the most important. It is through the relationship with yourself and others that personal growth and change develops. This requires looking inward to discover what you need, want, and desire.
Life is stressful and distracting enough without putting others needs above your own. But that’s what we tend to do! As a result we are left feeling drained. Relationships are complicated – whether it be with yourself or others. Throughout our lifetime relationships are often the most neglected and yet one of the most important. It is through the relationship with yourself and others that personal growth and change develops. This requires looking inward to discover what you need, want, and desire.
I work with adults, couples, and older adolescents I am aware that most of our challenges center around sense of self, relationships with others, peers, a parent or a partner and I welcome the opportunity to work with you in those areas.
Making the choice to seek help can be extremely challenging and anxiety producing. Over the past 30 years, I have been committed and dedicated to helping individuals find positive ways to cope with a variety of stressors. We each experience life a little differently, and something that seems easy to handle for one person may be so difficult for another. Building a relationship is critical along with empowering you to dictate the areas that are most important for your growth and wellness. I strive to develop a nonjudgmental environment to help you best articulate how you are truly feeling.
I work with adults, couples, and older adolescents I am aware that most of our challenges center around sense of self, relationships with others, peers, a parent or a partner and I welcome the opportunity to work with you in those areas.
Making the choice to seek help can be extremely challenging and anxiety producing. Over the past 30 years, I have been committed and dedicated to helping individuals find positive ways to cope with a variety of stressors. We each experience life a little differently, and something that seems easy to handle for one person may be so difficult for another. Building a relationship is critical along with empowering you to dictate the areas that are most important for your growth and wellness. I strive to develop a nonjudgmental environment to help you best articulate how you are truly feeling.
My clinical interests include depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, relationship challenges, infertility, postpartum, parenting, addiction, recovery, and life transitions.
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.
My clinical interests include depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, relationship challenges, infertility, postpartum, parenting, addiction, recovery, and life transitions.
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 grief & loss, postpartum, depression and anxiety, trauma, single parent, divorce, issues related to sex.
Sometimes life takes you on a journey that you did not sign up for. Picture this, you make the perfect itinerary and plan for your perfect vacation. Everything you want to do you were able to schedule. Then, you show up at the airport and find out you missed your flight. What do you do now?
I specialize in grief & loss, postpartum, depression and anxiety, trauma, single parent, divorce, issues related to sex.
Sometimes life takes you on a journey that you did not sign up for. Picture this, you make the perfect itinerary and plan for your perfect vacation. Everything you want to do you were able to schedule. Then, you show up at the airport and find out you missed your flight. What do you do now?
Life can throw you sudden and unexpected challenges. Stéphanie understands that this can be met with 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 a loved one. Stéphanie offers a compassionate and empathetic approach to support your healing journey. Grief counseling is a complex and unique to each individual. It can often be an isolating and overwhelming experience. Stéphanies goal is to create a safe space for you to navigate your emotions freely and move through your grief process.
Life can throw you sudden and unexpected challenges. Stéphanie understands that this can be met with 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 a loved one. Stéphanie offers a compassionate and empathetic approach to support your healing journey. Grief counseling is a complex and unique to each individual. It can often be an isolating and overwhelming experience. Stéphanies goal is to create a safe space for you to navigate your emotions freely and move through your grief process.
Hi, this is Dr. Kathy Calabrese. Perhaps you have found your way to me because you know that the symptoms you are experiencing CAN improve. The combination of therapy, neurofeedback and interaction with a number of technology driven interventions will support your brain-body's ability to move from a state of dysregulation to balance. Symptoms resolve without the use of pharmaceuticals. Pain is reduced without pharmaceuticals. My overall focus includes consideration of the integration of mind/body and spirit, and a deep commitment to partnering with my clients as they embark on their healing journey.
Hi, this is Dr. Kathy Calabrese. Perhaps you have found your way to me because you know that the symptoms you are experiencing CAN improve. The combination of therapy, neurofeedback and interaction with a number of technology driven interventions will support your brain-body's ability to move from a state of dysregulation to balance. Symptoms resolve without the use of pharmaceuticals. Pain is reduced without pharmaceuticals. My overall focus includes consideration of the integration of mind/body and spirit, and a deep commitment to partnering with my clients as they embark on their healing journey.
Variety Counseling of WNY. Offering Teletherapy and VideoTherapy as needed. We are today where our thoughts have brought us. As a licensed psychiatric social worker for over 25 years, I have specialized in Cognitive/Behavioral, Individual, Child/Family, Sand/Play, Self-esteem building, Relaxation, Spiritual, EMDR/Trauma, Brief Solution therapy, Mindfulness, parenting/women, using trusting/empathetic bonding, lots of handouts and coaching techniques, I help people find their highest degree of happiness and peacefulness.
Variety Counseling of WNY. Offering Teletherapy and VideoTherapy as needed. We are today where our thoughts have brought us. As a licensed psychiatric social worker for over 25 years, I have specialized in Cognitive/Behavioral, Individual, Child/Family, Sand/Play, Self-esteem building, Relaxation, Spiritual, EMDR/Trauma, Brief Solution therapy, Mindfulness, parenting/women, using trusting/empathetic bonding, lots of handouts and coaching techniques, I help people find their highest degree of happiness and peacefulness.
Navigating through life's challenges can often feel overwhelming, whether it's grappling with feelings of anxiety, uncertainty, or a sense of hopelessness. Though these emotions are a natural part of the human experience, there are times when it can be beneficial to talk to someone who can help you reach a place of growth and healing. At the heart of my practice as a holistic therapist is the belief that everyone deserves to feel heard, supported, and encouraged as they work towards their therapeutic goals.
Navigating through life's challenges can often feel overwhelming, whether it's grappling with feelings of anxiety, uncertainty, or a sense of hopelessness. Though these emotions are a natural part of the human experience, there are times when it can be beneficial to talk to someone who can help you reach a place of growth and healing. At the heart of my practice as a holistic therapist is the belief that everyone deserves to feel heard, supported, and encouraged as they work towards their therapeutic goals.
Caryn Domzalski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
Life can become challenging, with or without a mental disorder. Regardless of the severity of your struggle, having professional support can be essential. I believe that the best way to get through the difficulties of life require selfempowerment. You may need an objective person with whom to process the curveballs life has thrown at you. You may need guidance and life skills (relaxation, coping, etc) to better handle overwhelming challenges. You may need directed professional care to help with symptoms associated with mental disorders. My job is to help get you back on the path to the life you want.
Life can become challenging, with or without a mental disorder. Regardless of the severity of your struggle, having professional support can be essential. I believe that the best way to get through the difficulties of life require selfempowerment. You may need an objective person with whom to process the curveballs life has thrown at you. You may need guidance and life skills (relaxation, coping, etc) to better handle overwhelming challenges. You may need directed professional care to help with symptoms associated with mental disorders. My job is to help get you back on the path to the life you want.
As a dedicated mental health therapist serving the Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) community, I specialize in guiding both adults and children toward emotional stability and healing. My approach combines evidence-based techniques with a culturally sensitive understanding of the unique challenges faced by those in our communities. I am dedicated to helping families break the stigma surrounding mental health, creating a safe and supportive environment for healing. Together, we work to empower you to reclaim your narrative, foster mental well-being, and embrace a healthier, more fulfilling life.
As a dedicated mental health therapist serving the Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) community, I specialize in guiding both adults and children toward emotional stability and healing. My approach combines evidence-based techniques with a culturally sensitive understanding of the unique challenges faced by those in our communities. I am dedicated to helping families break the stigma surrounding mental health, creating a safe and supportive environment for healing. Together, we work to empower you to reclaim your narrative, foster mental well-being, and embrace a healthier, more fulfilling life.
I also work with parents, high school students, and young adults experiencing stress, identity questions, impulse control, ADHD, and overwhelm from screens or modern pressures.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in trauma-informed care and mindfulness-based techniques. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation—not an evaluation. Together, we’ll explore what’s been weighing on you, build emotional regulation and coping skills, and help you reconnect with your sense of identity, confidence, and stability.
I also work with parents, high school students, and young adults experiencing stress, identity questions, impulse control, ADHD, and overwhelm from screens or modern pressures.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in trauma-informed care and mindfulness-based techniques. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation—not an evaluation. Together, we’ll explore what’s been weighing on you, build emotional regulation and coping skills, and help you reconnect with your sense of identity, confidence, and stability.
I have over 14 years of experience providing services to children, teens, individuals, families, and parents of diverse ethnic backgrounds.
Is your fear limiting you and keeping you from achieving your full potential? Have you been feeling so overwhelmed that you don't know what to do? Have you lost hope? Many times we need help developing a concrete plan in order to make your imagination come true by all your efforts. However, acknowledging when we need help and asking for the help needed are the most difficult and crucial steps towards successfully achieving your goals.
I have over 14 years of experience providing services to children, teens, individuals, families, and parents of diverse ethnic backgrounds.
Is your fear limiting you and keeping you from achieving your full potential? Have you been feeling so overwhelmed that you don't know what to do? Have you lost hope? Many times we need help developing a concrete plan in order to make your imagination come true by all your efforts. However, acknowledging when we need help and asking for the help needed are the most difficult and crucial steps towards successfully achieving your goals.
Reaching out for counseling can feel difficult, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m easy to talk to and truly care about what you’re going through. With over 20 years of experience, I’ve helped adults facing depression, anxiety, loss, relationship struggles, estrangement, stress, and self-care challenges. I also work with women on issues like postpartum depression and balancing career and motherhood, as well as professionals in teaching, healthcare, and counseling. My goal is simple: to help you live the life you want.
Reaching out for counseling can feel difficult, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m easy to talk to and truly care about what you’re going through. With over 20 years of experience, I’ve helped adults facing depression, anxiety, loss, relationship struggles, estrangement, stress, and self-care challenges. I also work with women on issues like postpartum depression and balancing career and motherhood, as well as professionals in teaching, healthcare, and counseling. My goal is simple: to help you live the life you want.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.