Bisexual Therapists in Fredonia, NY

I am Eric Braun and I have been a Social Worker for 20 years. I have experience in treating various mental health, addiction, and forensic issues. I use a variety of effective treatment techniques in utilizing your strengths to assist you in overcoming difficulties, attaining your goals and feeling your best. In addition, I am credentialed as a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) in that I can provide evaluations to individuals working in safety-sensitive occupations who are covered under the Department of Transportation, for the purpose of the Return-to-Duty Process.

You have taken the first step investing in yourself. My goal is to guide those in the process, with the goal of being able to walk alone with the learned skills and insight you have gained with our time. If self-esteem, anxiety, depression, seeking gender affirming care are areas you would like to explore, please consider me. In my own journey as someone who identifies as part of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) community, I understand and can sympathize with those who find it difficult to live authentic lives, whatever your identities may be. You will have a safe space for you to explore these questions.

Are you part of the LGBTQIA+/kink/BDSM/ENM communities or seeking to explore this part of your identity? Have you ever felt judgment upon bringing this up? Have you ever just not felt comfortable bringing this up? Well, as a queer kink-identified therapist I understand that this is part of your identity and not a pathology. Does this mean I am going to try to move you towards ethical non monogamy or kink/BDSM? Nope! It means that this is a safe space to be you or explore those ideas. And if that’s not you? I welcome you as well.

My passion is treating severe OCD and anxiety. My clients joke that I am "not a talk therapist, but a 'do' therapist," as sessions are often very active and skills focused. I view therapy as a supportive environment where I can help clients face their fears. I only provide evidence-based treatments (methods proven by research to be more effective than general talk therapy), as my goal is to help people get results as soon as possible.

Starting this journey can be scary. Seeking mental health services for you, or your child, may feel overwhelming and anxiety provoking. However, I want to commend you for taking the first step towards change and healing. In my practice, I work with individuals from early childhood to adulthood. My areas of specialty are complex trauma, anxiety, behavioral issues and depression.

It takes a tremendous amount of courage to seek help when you are feeling stuck. I'm glad that you took the first step. I believe that you already have everything that you need within you to reach a place of contentment, peace, and well being. It will be my honor to support you in drawing out your gifts as you work through that which is keeping you from living the life you've imagined. My approach is rooted in trust and mutual respect and I believe that together,we will find the most effective ways to get you 'unstuck'.

I treat clients from a wide variety of backgrounds and identities, but I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ adolescents and adults, and treat conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders. I am hearing, am proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) and am experienced with Deaf culture.

Meaningful positive change is possible, and it starts with taking the risk to do something different. That is brave work, and I am here to support people in doing it. I believe it's possible to relate to any experience in a way that allows for peace and growth. That doesn't mean it is easy. Life can be difficult, and harder to navigate if we've not been able to address past adversity and missing pieces. Through experience, I've found self-compassion to be key in healing and growth. It can be cultivated. My approach is collaborative, direct, and supportive. I welcome people as they are, and am open to learning from my clients.

I am a mental health counselor with 20 years of experience working with individuals, ages four and older. I’m trained as a co-occurring clinician and can work with individuals with both mental health and substance use disorders. I specialize in anxiety disorders, trauma disorders, behavioral disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Welcome! I am excited to be offering life and relationship coaching virtually with flexible scheduling options including evenings and weekend hours. I would love to assist you in achieving your happiest, most authentic self, and reaching your goals in life.

When life becomes challenging, we look for the light at the end of the tunnel. The light appears far, and we don't believe we can make it. With the help of therapy, the journey becomes bearable.

My approach focuses on helping you use awareness so you can feel more in control. It's not uncommon to have periods when our emotions feel overwhelming or our thoughts won't slow down and then we feel stuck. I help people learn strategies to reduce in-the-moment intensity and to become curious about these patterns of feelings and thoughts. Doing this will allow you to understand them more. Oftentimes these patterns are attempts to try and soothe something or help us in some way. By understanding them, we can develop other methods to meet those same needs as you move forward in your journey toward healing.

My clients come to me for a number of reasons, but one common theme throughout is a need for self-care and self-love. My job is to facilitate self-care and coping in a way that brings a client contentment and joy. I want clients to look forward to their sessions with me as a time to attend to their own emotional needs, learn, grow, and develop. They want a safe space with unconditional support to work through and - importantly - find feasible solutions to their unique problems. I am known for my blend of personalized, positive/strengths-based, creative, and feasible cognitive behavior therapies. (Check out my photos!)

Welcome, I am currently accepting clients! I'm here to support young adults, teens and queer/LGBTQIA+ individuals in forming deeper connections to themselves and navigating life's challenges. Here, you'll find an affirming environment tailored to your needs, where we'll explore themes such as self-acceptance, identity, relationships, future goals, and personal growth. We will navigate through life challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and mind/body issues, all while nurturing resilience and fostering healthy boundaries and self trust. I'm here to accompany you on your journey towards personal growth and overall well-being.

Life can be hard. From personal addictions, mental health struggles to relationship concerns, the guidance and support of a third party can help. It can feel daunting, or even impossible, to tackle areas that are causing distress when alone, but with the support of a professional, relief can become attainable.