Lesbian Therapists in Williamsville, NY
I’m so glad you’re here! Often, the most caring and compassionate people are the ones who forget to care for themselves. Choosing to attend to your own needs is a powerful act of self-compassion, not only for you, but for the people and communities you care about. I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey. I have extensive experience working with young adults from diverse backgrounds and strive to create a space that is safe, trauma-informed, and grounded in social justice. My work is affirming, collaborative, and centered on your lived experience.
I’m so glad you’re here! Often, the most caring and compassionate people are the ones who forget to care for themselves. Choosing to attend to your own needs is a powerful act of self-compassion, not only for you, but for the people and communities you care about. I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey. I have extensive experience working with young adults from diverse backgrounds and strive to create a space that is safe, trauma-informed, and grounded in social justice. My work is affirming, collaborative, and centered on your lived experience.
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!)
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!)
Feeling uneasy? Noticing a change in how you have been feeling? Are you finding yourself unhappy in your relationships, with work, or just struggling to find yourself happy overall? Maybe you are somewhere along the prenatal or postpartum journey and need some additional support. Maybe you have gone through an experience in your life that you notice affects you in your relationships with friends, family, work colleagues, or romantic relationships. Maybe you are unsure what you want to change, but you know something just is not right.
Feeling uneasy? Noticing a change in how you have been feeling? Are you finding yourself unhappy in your relationships, with work, or just struggling to find yourself happy overall? Maybe you are somewhere along the prenatal or postpartum journey and need some additional support. Maybe you have gone through an experience in your life that you notice affects you in your relationships with friends, family, work colleagues, or romantic relationships. Maybe you are unsure what you want to change, but you know something just is not right.
Are intrusive thoughts getting out of control? Do you find yourself worrying and not always knowing why? Are feelings of sadness or emptiness making it hard to enjoy things that once made you happy? Counseling is a healing journey. I would consider it a privilege to help you through this journey. I believe in helping people to reach their maximum potential and teaching people to manage their symptoms so that they may live as full and as meaningful a life as possible. My intention is to empower you to make the best decisions for yourself and to help you to cope with challenges in your life.
Are intrusive thoughts getting out of control? Do you find yourself worrying and not always knowing why? Are feelings of sadness or emptiness making it hard to enjoy things that once made you happy? Counseling is a healing journey. I would consider it a privilege to help you through this journey. I believe in helping people to reach their maximum potential and teaching people to manage their symptoms so that they may live as full and as meaningful a life as possible. My intention is to empower you to make the best decisions for yourself and to help you to cope with challenges in your life.
Have you faced painful experiences that are impacting your daily life? I believe that past experiences can cause "sore spots" that can impact us in the present. I have helped countless individuals work through past experiences for healing and personal growth. I have extensive training on techniques to help my clients on this journey including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). I am amazed every day by the way this treatment has helped my clients transform their lives.
Have you faced painful experiences that are impacting your daily life? I believe that past experiences can cause "sore spots" that can impact us in the present. I have helped countless individuals work through past experiences for healing and personal growth. I have extensive training on techniques to help my clients on this journey including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). I am amazed every day by the way this treatment has helped my clients transform their lives.
I am a firm believer that our mental and emotional health are just as important as our physical health and wellness. More often than not, we put ourselves on the back burner, taking care of others needs and then ignoring our own. In the world we live in, it’s also easy to push our emotions to the side and tell ourselves we "shouldn't" feel this way. Living well doesn't have to mean sacrificing your needs for others, it might just mean, we chose to intentionally put our energy into things that fill us up and allow us to feel more centered.
I am a firm believer that our mental and emotional health are just as important as our physical health and wellness. More often than not, we put ourselves on the back burner, taking care of others needs and then ignoring our own. In the world we live in, it’s also easy to push our emotions to the side and tell ourselves we "shouldn't" feel this way. Living well doesn't have to mean sacrificing your needs for others, it might just mean, we chose to intentionally put our energy into things that fill us up and allow us to feel more centered.
Today's society is more stressful than ever. It is this build up of stress and at times
trauma, that will contribute to depression, anxiety and other mental health challenges. By taking care of your mental health, you are working to minimize the damage of this stress. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I have experience helping children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of challenges including stress, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
Today's society is more stressful than ever. It is this build up of stress and at times
trauma, that will contribute to depression, anxiety and other mental health challenges. By taking care of your mental health, you are working to minimize the damage of this stress. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I have experience helping children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of challenges including stress, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
Welcome. The decision to seek help is the first step in reclaiming your power and improving your quality of life. Perhaps you are here for some “fine tuning” or are having a difficult time adjusting to a major change. Counseling can be an effective way to create the life that you want. I am a strength-based psychologist. My approach involves looking at what is right with you and building on that to help resolve your concerns. I also believe relationships are vital. As a result, couples counseling is often a rewarding part of my work.
Welcome. The decision to seek help is the first step in reclaiming your power and improving your quality of life. Perhaps you are here for some “fine tuning” or are having a difficult time adjusting to a major change. Counseling can be an effective way to create the life that you want. I am a strength-based psychologist. My approach involves looking at what is right with you and building on that to help resolve your concerns. I also believe relationships are vital. As a result, couples counseling is often a rewarding part of my work.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adolescents and adults. I believe anyone can benefit from counseling with an experienced, knowledgeable, and empathetic therapist like myself. I approach counseling from a trauma-informed perspective and use evidence-based practices and clinical techniques to help my clients. Every client is different, and thus, no single approach works with every client. I work with each client to identify their unique therapy goals, and together we make a plan and forge a path forward to achieve those goals together.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adolescents and adults. I believe anyone can benefit from counseling with an experienced, knowledgeable, and empathetic therapist like myself. I approach counseling from a trauma-informed perspective and use evidence-based practices and clinical techniques to help my clients. Every client is different, and thus, no single approach works with every client. I work with each client to identify their unique therapy goals, and together we make a plan and forge a path forward to achieve those goals together.
Hi Everyone! Here at Mindful Connections
we specialize in providing individualized care through individual counseling and medication management services. Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and supporting you every step of the way on your journey toward becoming your best self.
We understand that every individual is unique, which is why we tailor our approach to meet your specific needs, including direct access to higher levels of care. By incorporating a variety of therapy techniques, we strive to create a safe, compassionate, and collaborative environment where you feel heard and empowered.
Hi Everyone! Here at Mindful Connections
we specialize in providing individualized care through individual counseling and medication management services. Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and supporting you every step of the way on your journey toward becoming your best self.
We understand that every individual is unique, which is why we tailor our approach to meet your specific needs, including direct access to higher levels of care. By incorporating a variety of therapy techniques, we strive to create a safe, compassionate, and collaborative environment where you feel heard and empowered.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 18 years experience in helping individuals manage anxiety, heal from trauma, depression and navigate major life transitions. I provide a supportive, and collaborative space where clients can safely explore challenges and work toward meaningful change. My approach is evidence-based, compassionate, and tailored to meet each person’s unique needs.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 18 years experience in helping individuals manage anxiety, heal from trauma, depression and navigate major life transitions. I provide a supportive, and collaborative space where clients can safely explore challenges and work toward meaningful change. My approach is evidence-based, compassionate, and tailored to meet each person’s unique needs.
Katie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Williamsville, NY 14221
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I’m Katie and I’m so glad you’re here! Does it sometimes feel like you have stress and unresolved feelings that have been hanging around since your MySpace profile was active? Have you spent years trying to analyze your feelings, attempting to overthink your way to relief, and still find yourself uncomfortable? Do everyday tasks sometimes make you feel like you’re being chased by a bear while your brain has 55 tabs open that are all making sound? Maybe you’ve been looking for a safe and cozy place where you can work on the feelings you've been carrying that have the deepest roots, and may have even triggered a chronic illness.
Hi, I’m Katie and I’m so glad you’re here! Does it sometimes feel like you have stress and unresolved feelings that have been hanging around since your MySpace profile was active? Have you spent years trying to analyze your feelings, attempting to overthink your way to relief, and still find yourself uncomfortable? Do everyday tasks sometimes make you feel like you’re being chased by a bear while your brain has 55 tabs open that are all making sound? Maybe you’ve been looking for a safe and cozy place where you can work on the feelings you've been carrying that have the deepest roots, and may have even triggered a chronic illness.
I am passionate about empowering couples and individuals to learn skills to effectively navigate and overcome relationship difficulties. I believe the relationships we have in our life can have a significant impact on our mental health and overall life satisfaction. Have relationships negatively affected your self-esteem, caused anxiety and depressed feelings, or opened your eyes to other concerns you would like to address? I can help you find meaning in the difficulties you are facing, and learn to create satisfying relationships and outcomes that you want in your life.
I am passionate about empowering couples and individuals to learn skills to effectively navigate and overcome relationship difficulties. I believe the relationships we have in our life can have a significant impact on our mental health and overall life satisfaction. Have relationships negatively affected your self-esteem, caused anxiety and depressed feelings, or opened your eyes to other concerns you would like to address? I can help you find meaning in the difficulties you are facing, and learn to create satisfying relationships and outcomes that you want in your life.
Harris Hill Counseling and Coaching is a private counseling practice dedicated to helping our clients live happy and successful lives. We offer premium counseling services in a beautiful, inviting, and professional office space, conveniently located to many areas of Western New York. Our counselors are licensed professionals with vast experience in helping a wide range of clientele.
Harris Hill Counseling and Coaching is a private counseling practice dedicated to helping our clients live happy and successful lives. We offer premium counseling services in a beautiful, inviting, and professional office space, conveniently located to many areas of Western New York. Our counselors are licensed professionals with vast experience in helping a wide range of clientele.
You don’t have to have everything figured out before starting therapy. Many of the clients I work with come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe enough to slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and build tools that feel practical and usable in everyday life. I work with adolescents and adults. I especially enjoy supporting clients navigating identity development, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I am passionate about creating an affirming, inclusive space for LGBTQIA teens and adults.
You don’t have to have everything figured out before starting therapy. Many of the clients I work with come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe enough to slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and build tools that feel practical and usable in everyday life. I work with adolescents and adults. I especially enjoy supporting clients navigating identity development, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I am passionate about creating an affirming, inclusive space for LGBTQIA teens and adults.
Asking for help takes a tremendous amount of courage. I am currently offering online and in-person sessions. I work to provide a warm environment to put clients at ease during this process. While some people struggle with long-standing challenges, others are overwhelmed with current stressors and need to get back on track or find new paths. I work holistically to help clients find balance in their lives and draw from a number of treatment approaches. Treatment is tailor-made to help you find solutions that meet your individual needs using a strength-based model.
Asking for help takes a tremendous amount of courage. I am currently offering online and in-person sessions. I work to provide a warm environment to put clients at ease during this process. While some people struggle with long-standing challenges, others are overwhelmed with current stressors and need to get back on track or find new paths. I work holistically to help clients find balance in their lives and draw from a number of treatment approaches. Treatment is tailor-made to help you find solutions that meet your individual needs using a strength-based model.
Tyana works with children, teens, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, relationship concerns, and life transitions. She helps parents better understand the emotions behind behaviors while strengthening communication and connection. Drawing on her experience in foster care and community mental health, Tyana partners with clients to build emotional awareness, resilience, and practical skills that foster lasting growth and healthier relationships.
Tyana works with children, teens, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, relationship concerns, and life transitions. She helps parents better understand the emotions behind behaviors while strengthening communication and connection. Drawing on her experience in foster care and community mental health, Tyana partners with clients to build emotional awareness, resilience, and practical skills that foster lasting growth and healthier relationships.
Whether you are seeking individual growth, healing from trauma, or support in navigating relationship challenges, I provide a compassionate and collaborative space for your journey to create a more fulfilling life. As a licensed psychologist, Certified EMDR therapist and a RYT 500/E-RYT yoga and meditation teacher, I draw on a unique blend of professional experience, specialized training and clinical research. By integrating mind, body, spirit—and weaving EMDR into the therapeutic process— I offer an approach that goes beyond traditional talk therapy, fostering deeper insight and lasting healing.
Whether you are seeking individual growth, healing from trauma, or support in navigating relationship challenges, I provide a compassionate and collaborative space for your journey to create a more fulfilling life. As a licensed psychologist, Certified EMDR therapist and a RYT 500/E-RYT yoga and meditation teacher, I draw on a unique blend of professional experience, specialized training and clinical research. By integrating mind, body, spirit—and weaving EMDR into the therapeutic process— I offer an approach that goes beyond traditional talk therapy, fostering deeper insight and lasting healing.
My hope as a trauma therapist is to provide a safe and inclusive space where healing and growth can take root. I recognize that past experiences deeply shape the way we see ourselves, others, and the world. With this understanding, I help clients explore the connection between their history and present challenges, creating opportunities for resilience and meaningful change. Work with clients is grounded in an ongoing commitment to decolonizing therapy by critically reflecting on traditional mental health frameworks and fostering a culturally responsive approach that honors each person’s lived experience.
My hope as a trauma therapist is to provide a safe and inclusive space where healing and growth can take root. I recognize that past experiences deeply shape the way we see ourselves, others, and the world. With this understanding, I help clients explore the connection between their history and present challenges, creating opportunities for resilience and meaningful change. Work with clients is grounded in an ongoing commitment to decolonizing therapy by critically reflecting on traditional mental health frameworks and fostering a culturally responsive approach that honors each person’s lived experience.
I am currently at capacity and have a wait list. I am here to help you understand your life's obstacles with more understanding and compassion. Together we will explore experiences that shaped your perception of yourself and how you fit in the world. My goal is to provide you a safe space for you to show up authentically and navigate current challenges. We will work together to help you heal yourself. I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and that transparency is an important part of the process.
I am currently at capacity and have a wait list. I am here to help you understand your life's obstacles with more understanding and compassion. Together we will explore experiences that shaped your perception of yourself and how you fit in the world. My goal is to provide you a safe space for you to show up authentically and navigate current challenges. We will work together to help you heal yourself. I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and that transparency is an important part of the process.
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Lesbian Therapists
What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialized understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialize in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.