Russ H Blackstone
Counselor, LMHC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (716) 322-3198

I am effective working with all temperaments and personalities because I am always respectful, non-judgemental, and appreciate you as a unique individual. I work with adults (anxiety, depression, anger etc.), teens (for meaning, purpose, confidence, virtue) and couples (communication, respect, love) to help clients flourish and love life. We will discuss everything important to YOU and, if desired, integrate Christian ideals and wisdom to assist in the healing process. We will set clear goals and I will help you have FUN while we work together to achieve them! Book with me now by clicking on my website.
I offer a trusted and friendly environment where healthy connection and rapport is developed quickly and positive change happens naturally. Whether you are married or single, having loving relationships, living with meaning and purpose, and having peace in your soul can bring the joy back to your life. Click on my website to get started.
I am able to create an effective therapeutic atmosphere by setting clients at ease, promoting positive change, and restoring hope. Life is full of challenges, of course, but if you are missing the joy, fun, adventure, love and laughter, then let's talk!
Call or Email Russ H Blackstone now for a free 15 minute consultation - (716) 322-3198
Let's Connect (716) 322-3198

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $85
- Couple Sessions $95
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- BlueCross BlueShield of IL
- BlueCross BlueShield of MA
- BlueShield of Northeastern New York
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
- Highmark
- Highmark BCBS of Western New York
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Independent Health
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Univera
- Out of Network
Russ H Blackstone
Counselor, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 322-3198
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 014673 Russ H Blackstone
- In Practice for 23 years
- Attended Franciscan University of Steubenville, MA Counseling, Graduated 2003
Education and Years In Practice
Russ H Blackstone
Counselor, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 322-3198
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Depression
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Career Counseling
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Internet Addiction
- Life Coaching
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Pornography addiction
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Addiction
- Sports Performance
- Trauma and PTSD
- Video Game Addiction
Russ H Blackstone
Counselor, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 322-3198
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Christian Counseling
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Eclectic
- Existential
- Experiential Therapy
- Family / Marital
- Gottman Method
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Reality Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Russ H Blackstone
Counselor, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 322-3198
Location
Additional Location
New York, NY 10013
(716) 322-3198