Therapists in Rochester, NY

Do you feel like your past is haunting you? Are you frequently anxious or upset? Do you avoid going certain places because you just don't feel safe? Scary and painful experiences often change people. I want you to know that it isn't your fault, you are not alone, and the damage is not irreparable. You can put the scary and painful parts of your past where they belong, in the past. You can feel better about yourself, have healthier relationships, and be more comfortable when venturing out into the world. There are treatments that have been proven to help. There is hope.

Would you like to manage your anxiety better? Perhaps you are struggling with changes in your life or relationship? I help individuals and couples through these difficult challenges, with specific steps toward healing and regaining balance. I understand how frustrating and confusing shifts in life can become, and how challenges can impact our self-esteem and our relationships, as well as cloud the meaning in our lives. Whether you are managing a new life transition such as parenthood, a career or school change, or are working to have a better relationship, I am here to support and guide you toward stability and balance again.

*Evening Hours* Life is hard, and sometimes you just need someone to walk beside you to offer support and encouragement while you figure things out. There is no problem too big that we can’t sort out together. I am here to help. I have devoted my counseling career helping individuals and families find strength and hope in times of trouble despite the many obstacles they face.

One of the hardest things is to reach out for help and be vulnerable. I am hoping that we will be able to make that journey together. If you are struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, depression as well as seeking gender affirming care please consider me. My own personal journey has brought me to become a therapist. It has provided a unique perspective that sets myself apart from other professionals due to my personal experience with gender and sexual identity. As a person who identifies as part of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) community myself, I am proud to specialize in LGBTQ+ affirmative treatment

I am accepting clients. Offering Tele-psych Sessions. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, mood, trauma, or sexual orientation, and you are ready to make a change in your life, Email me today and I will get back to you within 24 hours. As a therapist, I work hard to create a safe, non-judgmental place for people to honestly examine their problems and develop the skills and behaviors that help them move forward with their lives.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and earned my masters in the Family Therapy Training Program at the University of Rochester School of Medicine. Since graduating, I have worked in community mental health, helping clients on issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships and specialize in grief work. I am trained in EMDR and Complicated Grief Treatment.

Do you struggle with difficult emotions? Feel that something is missing? Unsatisfied with aspects of your life? Working together, I can help you learn to understand your feelings; untangle complicated emotions; increase positive experiences, improve communication and relationships; end cycles of depression and anxiety. Sometimes you feel the need or desire to initiate change. Other times change may present itself in a way that leaves you feeling that you have limited or no influence over your circumstances. I help people deal effectively with change.

I believe that everyone has a natural inclination toward positive growth and development, but that life's challenges can block forward movement. These challenges can take the form of depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, transitions, anger, and difficult relationships. I provide a comfortable, supportive, and accepting environment in which to explore obstacles and strengths in order to make positive change. I have experience working with people adjusting to serious medical conditions, brain injury, physical disabilities, and those adjusting to pregnancy, raising children, and child loss.

I provide a caring environment in which you can identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of a more rewarding home life and career, or of more fulfilling relationships.

Taking care of your mental health is one of the most compassionate things you can do. Expected, even positive life transitions tend to cause some level of stress and resistance. Those stressors can force us to operate in extreme ways causing experiences of fear or uncertainty, dissatisfaction in relationships, or an erratic relationship with food. Most clients I see are high achievers, perfectionists or people pleasers; To the average eye, they appear as though they have everything yet, they are struggling inside. These are people seeking change but are often fearful of what that will entail or where to start.

Feeling stuck, stressed, and generally unhappy? Are you struggling to express your feelings and ignoring them until they overflow and impact your relationships, your work, and your ability to enjoy life? Overwhelm and discontent don’t have to define this time in your life. It's ok to choose to take some space and time for yourself; to heal, to not accept what is or go back to what was, to move through this into a better future for yourself and your family. Whether you want to address stress, depression, anxiety, life changes, trauma, burnout, messy relationships, anger, grief, or something else…you don't need do it alone.

Are you struggling in your relationships? Feeling frustrated and shut down? Do you want to make a change but you don't know how? No doubt, life can feel unfair, overwhelming, and unmanageable. Sometimes it seems as though nothing is working, and you have tried just about everything. You are not alone. We all experience these roadblocks in our relationships, and within ourselves. You want to know that someone will understand what you are going through and can help you.

Therapy can be a supportive way to navigate life changes and find hope in moving forward. I can certainly assist you in identifying and managing the symptoms that might be causing you some stress (ex: racing thoughts, not feeling like yourself, sadness, guilt, fear, or worry).

I believe it is essential to feel heard and understood. My goal is to allow you to feel comfortable and safe, a place without judgment. I use a Person Centered Approach, so you can discuss exactly what’s on your mind when you come to therapy.

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.

Asking for help is one of the scariest and bravest things you can do. Thank you for choosing me to provide you that help. I have 8 years of experience working with a variety of populations including, children, adolescents and adults. At times, it can be difficult to enjoy even the littlest of things in life due to the negative emotions (fear, hopelessness, anxiety, etc.) that we experience. With me, you will be provided with a safe, understanding and non-judgmental environment. Our time together will be used to process whatever stressors you are struggling with. I will be there with you every step of the way as you process and heal

Hi! I'm Gloria Zukoski, LCSW. I have been working in the helping field for 13 years, and have experience working with children and adults with developmental disabilities and individuals struggling with their mental health. Most recently, I worked within a rural mental health clinic as well as a school satellite site focusing on supporting people coping with their mental health. I enjoy working with children, teens, and young adults. I have the most experience supporting individuals with ADHD, anxiety, depression, difficulty with life transitions, and perinatal mental health/women's issues.

A seasoned clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in mental health counseling and crisis management. I hold a Masters Degree in Social Work with concentrations in psychotherapy. My therapy approach is warm, empathetic, collaborative, and supportive. You will have the space to process and share so that we can uncover solutions together. You can feel safe to talk about anything. With a safe, judgment-free, therapeutic space, you will find yourself on the road to personal growth, self-development, empowerment and a healthier, more fulfilled you. I look forward to working with you.

Over thirty years of experience partnering with clients of all ages, from a wide variety of backgrounds, has confirmed for me each person has within themselves the resources and ability to become the person they wish to be and to improve their satisfaction in life. As a therapist I partner with each client helping them to identify patterns of thought and behavior that are no longer effective and guide them in discovering new, more rewarding ways of relating and connecting with others. I work collaboratively with clients to solve problems, connect with strengths, and reach their personal and professional goals.