Christian Therapists in East Aurora, NY

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Holly Tomasello
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Aurora, NY 14052
I offer ASL interpreting services, EMDR with an IFS focus, and wellness counseling at Elite Spine and Extremity Physical Therapy! I If you’ve experienced trauma and/or adversity, you may need support navigating the unpredictability's of life. I believe you have the inner strength to achieve your best sense of self. I strive to guide you toward peace and healing by6 implementing EMDR, incorporating dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), crisis counseling, as well as addressing chronic pain, grief, and loss. I value the therapeutic relationship, diversity, acceptance, personal strengths, and instilling hope.
I offer ASL interpreting services, EMDR with an IFS focus, and wellness counseling at Elite Spine and Extremity Physical Therapy! I If you’ve experienced trauma and/or adversity, you may need support navigating the unpredictability's of life. I believe you have the inner strength to achieve your best sense of self. I strive to guide you toward peace and healing by6 implementing EMDR, incorporating dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), crisis counseling, as well as addressing chronic pain, grief, and loss. I value the therapeutic relationship, diversity, acceptance, personal strengths, and instilling hope.
(716) 714-0097 View (716) 714-0097
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Bonnie J Floyd
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
East Aurora, NY 14052  (Online Only)
My ideal client is an individual who is trying to cope more efficiently with having a chronic illness . They are looking for useful coping strategies to manage the multiple changes produced by long-term medical conditions.
My ideal client is an individual who is trying to cope more efficiently with having a chronic illness . They are looking for useful coping strategies to manage the multiple changes produced by long-term medical conditions.
(716) 687-0897 View (716) 687-0897

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Sharon Deacon
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lancaster, NY 14086  (Online Only)
When your marriage or family is in crisis, you need more than a good listener who understands. You need an expert, with wisdom and experience, who will share knowledge, provide insight, teach skills, and enable experiences that make a real difference. You want someone specifically trained in relationship dynamics who can help you break down issues, overcome barriers, resolve conflicts, and achieve your goals. You value a research-based approach, backed by evidence of effective results. You seek therapy-- treatment intended to relieve your symptoms, heal your relationships, and stimulate positive growth.
When your marriage or family is in crisis, you need more than a good listener who understands. You need an expert, with wisdom and experience, who will share knowledge, provide insight, teach skills, and enable experiences that make a real difference. You want someone specifically trained in relationship dynamics who can help you break down issues, overcome barriers, resolve conflicts, and achieve your goals. You value a research-based approach, backed by evidence of effective results. You seek therapy-- treatment intended to relieve your symptoms, heal your relationships, and stimulate positive growth.
(716) 219-3591 View (716) 219-3591
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Alexandra Mastoras
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elma, NY 14059
Has mental health impacted your ability to perform your best at school, work, or in daily life? Have emotional difficulties caused you to struggle with reaching goals or maintaining relationships? Managing this alone is never easy. I am here to help you navigate difficult life transitions/stressors, while building upon your strengths. I offer a non-judgmental and collaborative approach, while encouraging you, (and sometimes challenging you), towards becoming your best self. Together, we can work on reaching your personal and professional goals while managing your mental health.
Has mental health impacted your ability to perform your best at school, work, or in daily life? Have emotional difficulties caused you to struggle with reaching goals or maintaining relationships? Managing this alone is never easy. I am here to help you navigate difficult life transitions/stressors, while building upon your strengths. I offer a non-judgmental and collaborative approach, while encouraging you, (and sometimes challenging you), towards becoming your best self. Together, we can work on reaching your personal and professional goals while managing your mental health.
(716) 455-2818 x101 View (716) 455-2818 x101
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Frances Ann Moyer
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Orchard Park, NY 14127
Anxiety, depression, loss and lack of connection can negatively affect life. You are valuable! Working with a holistic approach to healing is an essential element to growth. Counseling assists in exposing false beliefs which cause undue stress in relationships, marriage, communication and emotion regulation. Protecting your heart begins with establishing healthy boundaries and stabilizes mental wellness. Skills building is an essential aspect of couple therapy and repairs damage that occurs due to lack of skills, understanding and empathy. If there is a Goliath in front of you there is a David inside of you! Find your strength!
Anxiety, depression, loss and lack of connection can negatively affect life. You are valuable! Working with a holistic approach to healing is an essential element to growth. Counseling assists in exposing false beliefs which cause undue stress in relationships, marriage, communication and emotion regulation. Protecting your heart begins with establishing healthy boundaries and stabilizes mental wellness. Skills building is an essential aspect of couple therapy and repairs damage that occurs due to lack of skills, understanding and empathy. If there is a Goliath in front of you there is a David inside of you! Find your strength!
(716) 402-4110 View (716) 402-4110
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Andrew Wilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
West Seneca, NY 14224  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life comes with struggle and triumph, pain and possibility. I’m here to walk with you on an empowering journey of growth and discovery to break the chains of anxiety, depression, and stress, navigate life transitions, cope with grief and loss, craft healthy relationships, and come into your best self for life’s present chapter. Individual therapy provides a supportive environment to process thoughts and feelings, realize your strength, and step into a life worth living. This is a place for explorers, deep thinkers, hard workers, and wandering souls. You're welcome here.
Life comes with struggle and triumph, pain and possibility. I’m here to walk with you on an empowering journey of growth and discovery to break the chains of anxiety, depression, and stress, navigate life transitions, cope with grief and loss, craft healthy relationships, and come into your best self for life’s present chapter. Individual therapy provides a supportive environment to process thoughts and feelings, realize your strength, and step into a life worth living. This is a place for explorers, deep thinkers, hard workers, and wandering souls. You're welcome here.
(716) 261-3603 View (716) 261-3603
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Jessica Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orchard Park, NY 14127
I strive to meet my clients where they are at without judgment or expectation; to offer a guiding light in the storms of life and provide a safe harbor. My approach to therapy is to provide individuals with a person-centered and strengths-based partnership grounded in trauma-informed evidence-based practices including EMDR, IFS-informed Parts Work, and Animal-Assisted Therapy Interventions.
I strive to meet my clients where they are at without judgment or expectation; to offer a guiding light in the storms of life and provide a safe harbor. My approach to therapy is to provide individuals with a person-centered and strengths-based partnership grounded in trauma-informed evidence-based practices including EMDR, IFS-informed Parts Work, and Animal-Assisted Therapy Interventions.
(716) 687-0288 View (716) 687-0288
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Racheal E Poole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cowlesville, NY 14037  (Online Only)
Overwhelming life experiences? Pull up a seat and let's talk. I have a few questions for you. Have you ever felt like throwing in the towel? Like shouting "I give up!" or wanting to trade in your life for a whole new one? If any of this applies to you I am so glad you stopped by my page. I am a dedicated therapist who has been through a thing or two myself. I have a variety of life experiences that make it easy for me to relate to others. I use a trauma-informed, strength-based, integrative approach. I have been at this for awhile and still love it!
Overwhelming life experiences? Pull up a seat and let's talk. I have a few questions for you. Have you ever felt like throwing in the towel? Like shouting "I give up!" or wanting to trade in your life for a whole new one? If any of this applies to you I am so glad you stopped by my page. I am a dedicated therapist who has been through a thing or two myself. I have a variety of life experiences that make it easy for me to relate to others. I use a trauma-informed, strength-based, integrative approach. I have been at this for awhile and still love it!
(716) 226-3526 View (716) 226-3526
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Marissa Potter
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Holland, NY 14080  (Online Only)
My name is Marissa Potter and I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York and working with individuals via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in a wide range of focus areas, such as, but not limited to anxiety, stress, depression, and communication styles. Some therapeutic styles I use to address these areas are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy to help my clients through these challenging times and find growth in desired areas.
My name is Marissa Potter and I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York and working with individuals via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in a wide range of focus areas, such as, but not limited to anxiety, stress, depression, and communication styles. Some therapeutic styles I use to address these areas are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy to help my clients through these challenging times and find growth in desired areas.
(929) 374-2207 View (929) 374-2207
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RNR Counseling Services LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lancaster, NY 14086
My name is Rich Rutherford, LCSW therapist and owner of RNR Counseling Services. I have worked with children and their families to improve a child's school performance and overall functioning both at home and in school. Children seek relief from school pressures both academically and socially. Sessions with me help children as they have a safe place to vent. Parents are an active part of their child's treatment. I also have extensive experience working with adults on how to cope with trauma, mindfulness, self-esteem, anger management, anxiety and depression.
My name is Rich Rutherford, LCSW therapist and owner of RNR Counseling Services. I have worked with children and their families to improve a child's school performance and overall functioning both at home and in school. Children seek relief from school pressures both academically and socially. Sessions with me help children as they have a safe place to vent. Parents are an active part of their child's treatment. I also have extensive experience working with adults on how to cope with trauma, mindfulness, self-esteem, anger management, anxiety and depression.
(716) 567-8303 View (716) 567-8303
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Amanda G Lumadue
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
West Seneca, NY 14224
Have you struggled to find peace of mind in life? Have life's transitions thrown you for a loop? Sounds like you've been trying to get the most out of life and that journey has impacted your mental health. This is where I can join you, right where you are, with whatever concern(s) you have. I work with adults and teenagers to find the balance they've been looking for. All I ask is that you're open to trying something new. It was Thomas Jefferson who said: "If you want something you've never had, you must be willing to do something you've never done." Let's explore these possibilities together.
Have you struggled to find peace of mind in life? Have life's transitions thrown you for a loop? Sounds like you've been trying to get the most out of life and that journey has impacted your mental health. This is where I can join you, right where you are, with whatever concern(s) you have. I work with adults and teenagers to find the balance they've been looking for. All I ask is that you're open to trying something new. It was Thomas Jefferson who said: "If you want something you've never had, you must be willing to do something you've never done." Let's explore these possibilities together.
(716) 350-3944 View (716) 350-3944
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Catherine Broom
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Seneca, NY 14224  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping women resolve challenges related to anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, adjustment issues and relationship conflict. You will learn to explore your habits, patterns, lifestyle choices and mindset. You will be able to heal from trauma and resolve barriers, improve self esteem/self confidence, identify and follow through with goals and future planning, overcome anxiety and depression. I can help you to generate real change!
I specialize in helping women resolve challenges related to anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, adjustment issues and relationship conflict. You will learn to explore your habits, patterns, lifestyle choices and mindset. You will be able to heal from trauma and resolve barriers, improve self esteem/self confidence, identify and follow through with goals and future planning, overcome anxiety and depression. I can help you to generate real change!
(716) 800-4116 View (716) 800-4116
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Amanda Lee Quinn
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC, CPC
Verified Verified
Holland, NY 14080
In the vast tapestry of life, mental health emerges as an essential thread that weaves its way through our thoughts, emotions, and actions. In this modern world, conversations surrounding mental well-being have bloomed into a resounding chorus of understanding and empathy. It's natural for you to find yourself enveloped in a myriad of questions, seeking a path towards inner harmony and emotional equilibrium. My range of care is all-encompassing, spanning across the spectrum of humanity. From the innocence of childhood, through the tumultuous years of adolescence, into the intricate chapters of adulthood.
In the vast tapestry of life, mental health emerges as an essential thread that weaves its way through our thoughts, emotions, and actions. In this modern world, conversations surrounding mental well-being have bloomed into a resounding chorus of understanding and empathy. It's natural for you to find yourself enveloped in a myriad of questions, seeking a path towards inner harmony and emotional equilibrium. My range of care is all-encompassing, spanning across the spectrum of humanity. From the innocence of childhood, through the tumultuous years of adolescence, into the intricate chapters of adulthood.
(716) 325-4541 View (716) 325-4541
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Jennifer Klein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orchard Park, NY 14127
Do you find yourself feeling “stuck”? Repeating the same mistakes over and over again, especially when it comes to your relationships with other people? Unfortunately, when childhood traumas go unresolved, we often find ourselves repeating the patterns of our childhood in our adult relationships with friends, co-workers and significant others. Unresolved trauma effects not just our thoughts and feelings about ourselves, but also how we respond to others.
Do you find yourself feeling “stuck”? Repeating the same mistakes over and over again, especially when it comes to your relationships with other people? Unfortunately, when childhood traumas go unresolved, we often find ourselves repeating the patterns of our childhood in our adult relationships with friends, co-workers and significant others. Unresolved trauma effects not just our thoughts and feelings about ourselves, but also how we respond to others.
(716) 229-4139 View (716) 229-4139
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Yanique Cox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Buffalo, NY 14224
Have you lost interest in activities you used to find enjoyable, have trouble concentrating and making decisions, or find it hard to sleep at night due to racing thoughts? You may have noticed that you haven’t been feeling like yourself lately, and life has begun to feel overwhelming.
Have you lost interest in activities you used to find enjoyable, have trouble concentrating and making decisions, or find it hard to sleep at night due to racing thoughts? You may have noticed that you haven’t been feeling like yourself lately, and life has begun to feel overwhelming.
(716) 638-3921 View (716) 638-3921
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My Choice Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC 2, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orchard Park, NY 14127
Providing Therapy in two locations: Dunkirk and Orchard Park. Best case scenario; therapy provides perspective, mindfulness and feeling supported in changing behaviors that may be blocking your successes in life. I will provide a supportive atmosphere to explore the conflicts that keep you locked into unfulfilling patterns and develop healing and life style change. I approach each client as the unique individual they are as we co-create a treatment plan built on a foundation of compassion, positivity and strengths.
Providing Therapy in two locations: Dunkirk and Orchard Park. Best case scenario; therapy provides perspective, mindfulness and feeling supported in changing behaviors that may be blocking your successes in life. I will provide a supportive atmosphere to explore the conflicts that keep you locked into unfulfilling patterns and develop healing and life style change. I approach each client as the unique individual they are as we co-create a treatment plan built on a foundation of compassion, positivity and strengths.
(716) 287-6941 View (716) 287-6941
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Jennifer Nahrebeski, LMHC
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MSEd
Verified Verified
West Seneca, NY 14224
Life can be stressful...bad things happen. Anxiety happens. I specialize in working with people who struggle with anxiety due to various life stressors. My services will help ease anxiety and improve overall functioning. I have extensive experience working with people with anxiety and PTSD and using trauma informed therapy. All services are private and confidential.
Life can be stressful...bad things happen. Anxiety happens. I specialize in working with people who struggle with anxiety due to various life stressors. My services will help ease anxiety and improve overall functioning. I have extensive experience working with people with anxiety and PTSD and using trauma informed therapy. All services are private and confidential.
(716) 621-3855 View (716) 621-3855
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Rev. Corrin Matthews-Rutkowski
CHT, CAHA, DDIV
Verified Verified
Orchard Park, NY 14127
For clients who desire clinically proven, rapid results, limited appointments and medication-free mental health treatment of habits, disorders, behaviors or trauma, hypnotherapy is the ideal therapy. Clients and doctors seek my expertise for prompt elimination or reduction of debilitating emotional / mental trauma, PTSD symptoms, stress, weight loss, anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, fears and phobias, habits like smoking, gambling, shopping, alcoholism and anger. The list of issues immediately resolved with hypnotherapy is far longer. Please call or email to ask for specific information. If the root of an issue is within the subconscious mind, I can help immediately.
For clients who desire clinically proven, rapid results, limited appointments and medication-free mental health treatment of habits, disorders, behaviors or trauma, hypnotherapy is the ideal therapy. Clients and doctors seek my expertise for prompt elimination or reduction of debilitating emotional / mental trauma, PTSD symptoms, stress, weight loss, anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, fears and phobias, habits like smoking, gambling, shopping, alcoholism and anger. The list of issues immediately resolved with hypnotherapy is far longer. Please call or email to ask for specific information. If the root of an issue is within the subconscious mind, I can help immediately.
(716) 229-4015 View (716) 229-4015
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Donna Fazekas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Orchard Park, NY 14127
I have a diversified adult private practice. I have been counseling for over 25 years. I specialize in treating single adults (21 years of age and older), and adults over age 65 who are encountering various problems. I specialize in treating anxiety and depression, grief and loss, change of life/different seasons counseling, senior adult issues, relationship issues, health related issues, divorce recovery, co-dependency counseling, health related issues, mindfulness, and meditation. I provide an eclectic approach primarily focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy.
I have a diversified adult private practice. I have been counseling for over 25 years. I specialize in treating single adults (21 years of age and older), and adults over age 65 who are encountering various problems. I specialize in treating anxiety and depression, grief and loss, change of life/different seasons counseling, senior adult issues, relationship issues, health related issues, divorce recovery, co-dependency counseling, health related issues, mindfulness, and meditation. I provide an eclectic approach primarily focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy.
(716) 265-6085 View (716) 265-6085
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Mary Gutierrez (Bittner)
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lancaster, NY 14086  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in working with those of the Catholic/ Christian faith struggling with their mental health, those having difficulty with transitions, anxiety, stress management, childhood trauma, relationships, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and racing thoughts.
Are you searching for more peace and healing? By transforming our perspective towards suffering and learning to interact with challenges differently, we end up having more control over our lives. I have a passion for helping those who are initially nervous about the counseling process.
I specialize in working with those of the Catholic/ Christian faith struggling with their mental health, those having difficulty with transitions, anxiety, stress management, childhood trauma, relationships, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and racing thoughts.
Are you searching for more peace and healing? By transforming our perspective towards suffering and learning to interact with challenges differently, we end up having more control over our lives. I have a passion for helping those who are initially nervous about the counseling process.
(716) 466-9746 View (716) 466-9746

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Christian Therapists

Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?

Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.

Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?

Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.

How do I recognize an effective Christian therapist?

Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.

Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?

While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.

Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?

The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.