Emotionally Focused Therapists in Ellicottville, NY
The struggles of daily life can get in the way of what truly matters, relationships with the people you love most. With the right approach, we can get you back on track. I work with conflict, poor communication, lack of intimacy, affairs/betrayal, resentment, effective parenting strategies and more. As someone who has gone through several life altering transitions, I can help you navigate the rough waters. Relationships are an art, but understanding the science behind them is key. Together, we can untangle your deepest needs and help you relate to your loved ones in ways that will bring you closer than ever.
The struggles of daily life can get in the way of what truly matters, relationships with the people you love most. With the right approach, we can get you back on track. I work with conflict, poor communication, lack of intimacy, affairs/betrayal, resentment, effective parenting strategies and more. As someone who has gone through several life altering transitions, I can help you navigate the rough waters. Relationships are an art, but understanding the science behind them is key. Together, we can untangle your deepest needs and help you relate to your loved ones in ways that will bring you closer than ever.
Hello and Welcome! My name is Laura Widger, owner of Inner Peace and Strength in Ellicottville, NY. I am humbled and honored to have you click and browse my profile! With my therapeutic lens, specialty, and expertise being trauma healing, the name of my private practice was created with intention. My personal drive, motivation, and mission is to provide a safe and healing environment where clients can heal from the hardships, pain, and traumas of the past. I truly believe inner peace and strength is obtainable and can be a way of living. My job is to help, assist, and support the healing process and journey of trauma recovery.
Hello and Welcome! My name is Laura Widger, owner of Inner Peace and Strength in Ellicottville, NY. I am humbled and honored to have you click and browse my profile! With my therapeutic lens, specialty, and expertise being trauma healing, the name of my private practice was created with intention. My personal drive, motivation, and mission is to provide a safe and healing environment where clients can heal from the hardships, pain, and traumas of the past. I truly believe inner peace and strength is obtainable and can be a way of living. My job is to help, assist, and support the healing process and journey of trauma recovery.
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My ideal client is a spiritually curious, heart-centered person, woman, or man who’s tired of repeating painful patterns, especially those rooted in generational trauma, people-pleasing, and family dysfunction. They’re done with surface-level fixes and are seeking a deeper path. They want a blend of grounded psychological tools and spiritual insight to break cycles, reclaim their voice, and live a life rooted in truth, worth, and soul. They’re ready to heal, rise, and embody freedom, clarity, and confidence.
My ideal client is a spiritually curious, heart-centered person, woman, or man who’s tired of repeating painful patterns, especially those rooted in generational trauma, people-pleasing, and family dysfunction. They’re done with surface-level fixes and are seeking a deeper path. They want a blend of grounded psychological tools and spiritual insight to break cycles, reclaim their voice, and live a life rooted in truth, worth, and soul. They’re ready to heal, rise, and embody freedom, clarity, and confidence.
The most integral aspect of counseling is coming from a person centered, peer and trauma informed focus that is collaborative, culturally sensitive, affirming and competent, meaning, providing you with the autonomy and agency to decide what coping skills, care, and approach is best suited for you. Working as a team is imperative in order for each session to feel like a conversation and not something purely clinical. Providing you with resources you need and desire, along with actively listening, being empathic, and present, creates the ideal atmosphere for healing. It is my honor and privilege to be of assistance to you.
The most integral aspect of counseling is coming from a person centered, peer and trauma informed focus that is collaborative, culturally sensitive, affirming and competent, meaning, providing you with the autonomy and agency to decide what coping skills, care, and approach is best suited for you. Working as a team is imperative in order for each session to feel like a conversation and not something purely clinical. Providing you with resources you need and desire, along with actively listening, being empathic, and present, creates the ideal atmosphere for healing. It is my honor and privilege to be of assistance to you.
Welcome! Taking the first step toward therapy is an act of courage, and you don’t have to do it alone. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families from all walks of life who are ready to make meaningful changes and move toward healing.
Together, we’ll explore what’s been holding you back, unpack difficult experiences, whether from the past or present, and build on your strengths to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and self-trust. My goal is to help you reconnect with your resilience and create a life and relationships that feel balanced, grounded, and empowered.
Welcome! Taking the first step toward therapy is an act of courage, and you don’t have to do it alone. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families from all walks of life who are ready to make meaningful changes and move toward healing.
Together, we’ll explore what’s been holding you back, unpack difficult experiences, whether from the past or present, and build on your strengths to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and self-trust. My goal is to help you reconnect with your resilience and create a life and relationships that feel balanced, grounded, and empowered.
I’m a New York–licensed therapist providing telehealth therapy to adults across New York State. I help people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or emotionally exhausted — especially those who are high-functioning on the outside but struggling internally. Therapy can be a space where you finally slow down, feel understood, and begin to make meaningful changes. Many of the people I work with are professionals, caregivers, and parents who are used to putting others first.
I’m a New York–licensed therapist providing telehealth therapy to adults across New York State. I help people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or emotionally exhausted — especially those who are high-functioning on the outside but struggling internally. Therapy can be a space where you finally slow down, feel understood, and begin to make meaningful changes. Many of the people I work with are professionals, caregivers, and parents who are used to putting others first.
In our time together, I hope to get to know each other in all aspects so that we can take a holistic, person-centered approach to your care. Being certified in various types of treatment, I like to integrate aspects of each practice that will align with your goals, values, and needs.
In our time together, I hope to get to know each other in all aspects so that we can take a holistic, person-centered approach to your care. Being certified in various types of treatment, I like to integrate aspects of each practice that will align with your goals, values, and needs.
Using an attachment-based approaches ( EFT), DBT, EMDR, and others, I help you understand your emotions, heal trauma, shift patterns, and build stronger, more secure connections.
My approach is structured and direct, focusing on helping you understand the patterns that keep you stuck. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) to help you make sense of your emotions and build stronger connections, while integrating EMDR, DBT, and IFS to support lasting change.
Using an attachment-based approaches ( EFT), DBT, EMDR, and others, I help you understand your emotions, heal trauma, shift patterns, and build stronger, more secure connections.
My approach is structured and direct, focusing on helping you understand the patterns that keep you stuck. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) to help you make sense of your emotions and build stronger connections, while integrating EMDR, DBT, and IFS to support lasting change.
I understand how difficult it can be to ask for help as it makes us feel vulnerable which can be uncomfortable. I have experience working with people from all different backgrounds and walks of life. I specialize in trauma and utilize many different treatment modalities as each person deserves an individualized approach to their needs.
I understand how difficult it can be to ask for help as it makes us feel vulnerable which can be uncomfortable. I have experience working with people from all different backgrounds and walks of life. I specialize in trauma and utilize many different treatment modalities as each person deserves an individualized approach to their needs.
My ideal client is someone who feels like they are stuck, at a crossroads, going in circles, unable to make a decision, or at a transformational stage in life. Someone who has a goal or ideal self in mind, and has become frustrated because they don't know how to achieve it or what the first step in the right direction is. Even if you feel completely lost with no idea where to begin, that's okay too. I am here to help in any capacity, and will meet you in the middle with nothing other than compassion, patience, and understanding for what you are going through.
My ideal client is someone who feels like they are stuck, at a crossroads, going in circles, unable to make a decision, or at a transformational stage in life. Someone who has a goal or ideal self in mind, and has become frustrated because they don't know how to achieve it or what the first step in the right direction is. Even if you feel completely lost with no idea where to begin, that's okay too. I am here to help in any capacity, and will meet you in the middle with nothing other than compassion, patience, and understanding for what you are going through.
Making the decision to come to therapy is a difficult & courageous one. We understand this & make every effort to create safety while challenging our clients to create the life they want. We specializing in treating couples who are struggling with communication challenges, sexual concerns, sexual dysfunction, parenting, recovering from affairs (emotional & physical). We have therapists who specialize in kink, nonmonogamy, sexual addiction, eating disorders, and healing from trauma/grief. We know how chaotic people's lives are, so we have availabity seven days a week & have evening hours. We look forward to helping you.
Making the decision to come to therapy is a difficult & courageous one. We understand this & make every effort to create safety while challenging our clients to create the life they want. We specializing in treating couples who are struggling with communication challenges, sexual concerns, sexual dysfunction, parenting, recovering from affairs (emotional & physical). We have therapists who specialize in kink, nonmonogamy, sexual addiction, eating disorders, and healing from trauma/grief. We know how chaotic people's lives are, so we have availabity seven days a week & have evening hours. We look forward to helping you.
Issues with anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and relationships often stem from previous emotional wounds. Together, we’ll identify and address the roots of what’s causing emotional pain in your life. EMDR therapy is a clinically-proven and goal-oriented approach that’s designed to create a positive shift in your mental health. It provides you with tools for moments of crisis and supports you in building resilience for difficult situations. I am excited to be able to provide EMDR that incorporates fly fishing!
Issues with anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and relationships often stem from previous emotional wounds. Together, we’ll identify and address the roots of what’s causing emotional pain in your life. EMDR therapy is a clinically-proven and goal-oriented approach that’s designed to create a positive shift in your mental health. It provides you with tools for moments of crisis and supports you in building resilience for difficult situations. I am excited to be able to provide EMDR that incorporates fly fishing!
Congratulations! You are taking the first steps to improve yourself and have a better life by visiting this website and looking through profiles. Often times people think of themselves as week if they find themselves asking for help. I consider it sign of strength. I believe in providing a practical and interactive experience for my clients in a sensitive, supportive, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment. I strive to work with my clients to have a sense of hope for the future. I believe in helping people reach their goals as quickly as possible so they can move on and be the best they can be.
Congratulations! You are taking the first steps to improve yourself and have a better life by visiting this website and looking through profiles. Often times people think of themselves as week if they find themselves asking for help. I consider it sign of strength. I believe in providing a practical and interactive experience for my clients in a sensitive, supportive, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment. I strive to work with my clients to have a sense of hope for the future. I believe in helping people reach their goals as quickly as possible so they can move on and be the best they can be.
I help adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, distressed or stuck find clarity, stability, and emotional relief during life’s most stressful or uncertain moments. Whether you’re navigating grief and loss, health-related challenges, relationship concerns, work issues or a major transition, my goal is to offer a grounded, supportive, safe space where you can feel understood and empowered.
I help adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, distressed or stuck find clarity, stability, and emotional relief during life’s most stressful or uncertain moments. Whether you’re navigating grief and loss, health-related challenges, relationship concerns, work issues or a major transition, my goal is to offer a grounded, supportive, safe space where you can feel understood and empowered.
I am someone who is fortunate enough to love my job! It is very rewarding to watch my clients grow as they work through anxious thoughts, depressed moods, traumatic memories, relationship challenges and complicated childhood experiences. If you think I might be the right fit for you and you are ready to take that next step, It would be my privilege to help you to figure out a plan in creating positive change in your life. We will work together to sort through your thoughts and behaviors, while learning positive coping strategies for symptom management.
I am someone who is fortunate enough to love my job! It is very rewarding to watch my clients grow as they work through anxious thoughts, depressed moods, traumatic memories, relationship challenges and complicated childhood experiences. If you think I might be the right fit for you and you are ready to take that next step, It would be my privilege to help you to figure out a plan in creating positive change in your life. We will work together to sort through your thoughts and behaviors, while learning positive coping strategies for symptom management.
Please Note: I am not accepting new clients at this time. I apologize for the inconvenience and wish you luck on your journey! Reaching out to find a therapist can be a scary first step. I feel strongly that finding the right fit is key in your success. I enjoy getting to know my clients and spend time building rapport with them. I do my best to make my clients feel comfortable and safe during a vulnerable time. Clients find me approachable and often feel at ease when having to share their emotions and personal struggles with me. I take a strengths-based approach and strive to find the positive in situations.
Please Note: I am not accepting new clients at this time. I apologize for the inconvenience and wish you luck on your journey! Reaching out to find a therapist can be a scary first step. I feel strongly that finding the right fit is key in your success. I enjoy getting to know my clients and spend time building rapport with them. I do my best to make my clients feel comfortable and safe during a vulnerable time. Clients find me approachable and often feel at ease when having to share their emotions and personal struggles with me. I take a strengths-based approach and strive to find the positive in situations.
Online Therapists
Jessica Al
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
4 Endorsed
Buffalo, NY 14215
Waitlist for new clients
Healing from trauma can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like you’re carrying pain that wasn’t your fault. Part of this process often includes grief, grieving the love, safety, and experiences you may never have received but deeply needed. Many of the struggles we carry don’t just come from our own experiences, but from those passed down through generations. Together, we can gently unburden these inherited wounds, honoring where they came from while creating freedom to live differently. I believe that while you didn’t choose your wounds, you do have the power to choose healing and in that choice lies your strength.
Healing from trauma can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like you’re carrying pain that wasn’t your fault. Part of this process often includes grief, grieving the love, safety, and experiences you may never have received but deeply needed. Many of the struggles we carry don’t just come from our own experiences, but from those passed down through generations. Together, we can gently unburden these inherited wounds, honoring where they came from while creating freedom to live differently. I believe that while you didn’t choose your wounds, you do have the power to choose healing and in that choice lies your strength.
I am a licensed psychologist who works with older adolescents and adults on a variety of mental health issues. I specialize in anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship issues, life transitions, and identity concerns. As a former college athlete, I also have a special interest in working with current and former athletes around mental health issues. I enjoy working with my clients to explore how their problems developed, build understanding around why their problematic patterns continue, and empower them to make meaningful changes in their lives.
I am a licensed psychologist who works with older adolescents and adults on a variety of mental health issues. I specialize in anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship issues, life transitions, and identity concerns. As a former college athlete, I also have a special interest in working with current and former athletes around mental health issues. I enjoy working with my clients to explore how their problems developed, build understanding around why their problematic patterns continue, and empower them to make meaningful changes in their lives.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or held back by fear? You’re not alone, and support is available. I specialize in working with anxiety disorders and phobias, helping individuals who feel stuck in cycles of worry, panic, or avoidance. Whether you’re navigating GAD, panic attacks, social anxiety, OCD, or phobias such as agoraphobia, emetophobia, fear of flying, heights, or crowded spaces, we’ll work together at a pace that feels supportive and manageable, so you can feel more at ease, confident, and present in your life again.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or held back by fear? You’re not alone, and support is available. I specialize in working with anxiety disorders and phobias, helping individuals who feel stuck in cycles of worry, panic, or avoidance. Whether you’re navigating GAD, panic attacks, social anxiety, OCD, or phobias such as agoraphobia, emetophobia, fear of flying, heights, or crowded spaces, we’ll work together at a pace that feels supportive and manageable, so you can feel more at ease, confident, and present in your life again.
My ideal client is someone excited to come to their therapy appointments. They are receptive to suggestions and are willing to put in the effort to utilize those suggestions. Their goals are to live a better quality of life with my help if that is what they desire. My ideal client is someone I enjoy meeting with on a regular basis and having enjoyable discussions in addition to our therapeutic work.
My ideal client is someone excited to come to their therapy appointments. They are receptive to suggestions and are willing to put in the effort to utilize those suggestions. Their goals are to live a better quality of life with my help if that is what they desire. My ideal client is someone I enjoy meeting with on a regular basis and having enjoyable discussions in addition to our therapeutic work.
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Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.