Therapists in Freeville, NY

I specialize in offering am empathetic, open, non-confrontational, safe space for people with autism, justice involved youth, ADHD, mood disorders, behavioral issues, and LGBTQ+ teens to be truly seen and heard. My approach is holistic and eclectic, integrating different evidence-based therapeutic modalities to best support your needs. These include play therapy, somatic trauma work, and social emotional learning.

Are you dealing with life changes or conflicts at work and home? Do you feel stuck, anxious, confused, and lost? Have you recently experienced some unexpected stressors or crises in your life? Everyday stressors can emotionally wear you down if you don't talk about them. A professional therapist and the psychotherapy process can help you gain insight into problems and better cope with life's challenges. I am a psychotherapist and educator with extensive experience providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I also offer college counseling, helping students and parents tackle the college admission and application process.

A large part of my training and work has been in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness. I have also completed additional training in Disaster Mental Health and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I am dedicated to being a culturally aware clinician and I am LGBTQ + Affirming. As we work together the therapeutic process will always be unique to you and will be the blueprint of your amazing journey.

Therapy begins within a trusted, emotional connection where your unique story can truly be heard. I'm dedicated to helping you sort out your feelings and circumstances, to examine difficult relationships. I will teach you effective coping skills, strategies to better handle stress and distress. We will utilize new tools to address problem behavior patterns, unhealthy relationships and to problem solve. I utilize a nuanced, crafted combination of evidenced-based therapies: Mindfulness, Supportive, Relational, Psychodynamic, Motivational, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Modern Analytic and Family Treatments.

The therapist's at our center offer a focus in evidence based approached to therapy including CBT, and strength based, solution focused work. The center specialized in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), anxiety spectrum disorders, self esteem challenges, school/work based issues, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and people with T1D. The practice works with children, adolescents, teenagers, young adults and college students as well people navigating work related stress. Additional specialties of our clinicians include DBT, addiction recovery treatment, art therapy, and more.

I specialize in neurodiversity, trauma, grief and loss, children/adolescents raised by people with addictions, anxiety, depression, and interpersonal relationships. I offer a variety of individualized modalities, including DBT, CBT, interpersonal therapies, mindfulness, and movement techniques to foster more self-awareness. I also have experience working in schools, particularly supporting family of origin issues related to addiction, as well as working with adults, adolescents, and the LGBTQIA+ community.

It is hard to know when to seek help and where to find it. I offer one free consult session to help you figure it out. I work with young adults, early career professionals, and college age students struggling with family, social, relationship, and identity stressors, as well as anxiety, panic, and depression. I also enjoy partnering with children and teens to address depression and anxiety; especially when there is comorbid ADHD or Autism. When appropriate, I can offer short term targeted treatments for anxiety. Resilience is at the core of my work. At the heart of therapy is our human vulnerability.

I am an upbeat therapist with a passion for helping children, adolescents, young adults, and families navigate through life's challenges and transitions. My clients are typically seeking support in overcoming trauma (PTSD), managing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, engaging in gender exploration, identify as LGBTQIA+ youth, or adjusting to life transitions. When working with my clients and families I recognize the unique challenges and opportunities each developmental stage presents. My trauma-informed approach ensures that everyone feels heard, validated, and supported.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, New York (LMHC)/Licensed Professional Counselor, Arkansas (LPC) and a Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I have a Master's in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling and a Master's in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, I taught for five years before joining the mental health profession. My experience as a mental health therapist involves working with clients of all ages, from preschool to adults, as well as with families, and couples.

We are never alone and sometimes we just need another to join with us on this journey of life. I am happy to join and help you learn, create and achieve the goals you desire. Regardless of your emotional struggle, I can help you. I offer ADD/ADHD assessments/treatments for adults & children. I treat all symptoms including addiction struggles. I offer Phone and Video Sessions via telehealth.

I work hard and collaboratively with my clients who are seeking counseling as well as life coaching. My desire is to help clients work through their issues (such as trauma, depression, eating disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, sexuality, addiction, parenting, spirituality, etc.) so they are able to development of a more integrated sense of self, experience increased individual meaning and purpose and have respectful and enduring relationships with others. In my work I like to come alongside people so they can put their past behind them, experience restoration and live life to the fullest potential.

I have worked extensively with individuals who struggle with alcoholism, addictions, co-occurring disorders, and recovery challenges, as well as with relationship and family issues.

I am a licensed psychologist, specializing in child, adolescent, and family services. I enjoy working with youth of all ages and have expertise with difficult behaviors of early childhood (e.g., tantrums, aggression, defiance, sleeping difficulties, school refusal) and treatment of anxiety, OCD, and ADHD.

No openings at this time- please check back in a month or so! We work with individual adult and adolescent clients of all ages, races, cultures, LGBTQ, etc., to rediscover genuine strength, vitality, and empowerment. Are you struggling with work, relationships, or past trauma? I offer a safe, nonjudgemental, compassionate atmosphere, and listen deeply. I use relational/experiential and mindfulness-based modalities. I believe therapy sessions shouldn't be just talking about feelings, but instead having a new experience, so you leave each session feeling different, better. Together, we forge new pathways for lasting healing.

I have over twenty years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults struggling with issues related to anxiety, oppositional defiance, depression, attention and focus difficulties, self harm, broken families. Many symptoms can be minimized by learning relaxation exercises, building strengths, learning distraction activities and improving communication skills. Academic and work challenges can be resolved by learning how to obtain the appropriate assistance and skills necessary to survive in today's world. I will work with your primary care provider if desired or necessary to optimize your care.

Life is messy and ever changing in todays world leaving us depressed, anxious, stressed out or whatever other emotions you may feel. My role is to listen, guide and assist with learning to process these emotions. To provide tools and skills that will assist you in making the best decisions that will be the most beneficial for your overall wellbeing and life choices.

Jini Figueroa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys nurturing youth, living, thriving through adversity within the community of Rochester. Jini gained significant experience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Suicidal Ideation, Anxiety and Depression. Jini works with individuals to assist them in understanding their internal strengths.

Do you feel like words may not fully address your experiences? Are you looking for strengths-based support to discover and embody a way of behaving, or relating that feels better to you? Art therapy can allow you to explore your feelings and work through your experiences on a somatic (bodily) level. It can help integrate trauma and promote resilience.