Marriage Counseling Therapists in Erie County, NY
My specialty is relationship/ marriage, adolescent and anxiety disorder.
I currently have openings and can get you scheduled within a week. I have 30 years of experience working with adolescents and adults. Highly experienced in working with adolescents needing to find their way through lifes challenging times. Also expertise in relationship/ marital issues. I am kind, compassionate and love to help my clients make positive choices in life. I will guide you and encourage you to move on to a happier, healthier life. Anxiety, depression, self esteem, eating disorders, ADD, ADHD are just some of my expertise. You have just taken the first step to working on a happier you, be proud!
My specialty is relationship/ marriage, adolescent and anxiety disorder.
I currently have openings and can get you scheduled within a week. I have 30 years of experience working with adolescents and adults. Highly experienced in working with adolescents needing to find their way through lifes challenging times. Also expertise in relationship/ marital issues. I am kind, compassionate and love to help my clients make positive choices in life. I will guide you and encourage you to move on to a happier, healthier life. Anxiety, depression, self esteem, eating disorders, ADD, ADHD are just some of my expertise. You have just taken the first step to working on a happier you, be proud!
I am a licensed and seasoned clinical social worker (LCSW-R) in practice for 30+ years, specializing in couples and individual therapy. My academic training was at the University at Buffalo; my post-graduate and continuing education was at The Marriage Counseling Center, where I mentored new therapists and developed a strong word-of-mouth following. Couples work included, but was not limited to, these critical issues: emotionally focused communication, destructive conflict patterns, emotional and physical intimacy, infidelity and trust repair, pre- marital assessment, commitment, and discernment of ultimate relationship habitability.
I am a licensed and seasoned clinical social worker (LCSW-R) in practice for 30+ years, specializing in couples and individual therapy. My academic training was at the University at Buffalo; my post-graduate and continuing education was at The Marriage Counseling Center, where I mentored new therapists and developed a strong word-of-mouth following. Couples work included, but was not limited to, these critical issues: emotionally focused communication, destructive conflict patterns, emotional and physical intimacy, infidelity and trust repair, pre- marital assessment, commitment, and discernment of ultimate relationship habitability.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, I aim to assist individuals, couples, and families in navigating life transitions, chronic illness/new diagnoses, and communication issues, as well as discovering dreams and desires. I firmly believe in the principles of love, respect, and kindness for every individual. I am dedicated to a collaborative approach, where we can discuss your expectations and collectively work towards achieving them. This is a safe space for you to decide what you want to focus on, explore, and ultimately make changes that benefit you, and I will be there to support you on this journey.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, I aim to assist individuals, couples, and families in navigating life transitions, chronic illness/new diagnoses, and communication issues, as well as discovering dreams and desires. I firmly believe in the principles of love, respect, and kindness for every individual. I am dedicated to a collaborative approach, where we can discuss your expectations and collectively work towards achieving them. This is a safe space for you to decide what you want to focus on, explore, and ultimately make changes that benefit you, and I will be there to support you on this journey.
Marie L Bakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
East Aurora, NY 14052 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience. My main focus is to assist teens, adults and couples with navigating through the difficult times in their lives. I am skilled in crisis intervention, family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, marital, supportive and grief counseling. I pride myself in treating every individual with dignity and feel that every person deserves to be heard. I enjoy helping others live to their fullest potential via a positive attitude and perspective. I believe in treating the body, mind and spirit.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience. My main focus is to assist teens, adults and couples with navigating through the difficult times in their lives. I am skilled in crisis intervention, family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, marital, supportive and grief counseling. I pride myself in treating every individual with dignity and feel that every person deserves to be heard. I enjoy helping others live to their fullest potential via a positive attitude and perspective. I believe in treating the body, mind and spirit.
Dr. Mitch-Lisa Marriage/Couples Workshops/Seminars
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Buffalo, NY 14202
Our Marriage Skills are Located on our Website.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/ Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Our Marriage Skills are Located on our Website.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/ Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
The theoretical approaches I often use are SFBT, CBT, EFT, Marital Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy, Play-Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, and Strategic Family Therapy.
My name is Cindy Carino and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New York State. My therapeutic approach is a strength-based, solution-focused, empathetic/non-judgmental, and unconditionally supportive one. My experience consists of couples therapy, family therapy, individual therapy, home-based therapy, trauma-focused, and play therapy. I work with individuals, families, and couples. The conditions I am most comfortable treating are depression, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem, anger, impulsivity, and grief.
The theoretical approaches I often use are SFBT, CBT, EFT, Marital Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy, Play-Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, and Strategic Family Therapy.
My name is Cindy Carino and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New York State. My therapeutic approach is a strength-based, solution-focused, empathetic/non-judgmental, and unconditionally supportive one. My experience consists of couples therapy, family therapy, individual therapy, home-based therapy, trauma-focused, and play therapy. I work with individuals, families, and couples. The conditions I am most comfortable treating are depression, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem, anger, impulsivity, and grief.
Thomas Livernois
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, Veteran, Video
Verified Verified
Amherst, NY 14226
I hold a Master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Medaille College and seven years in agency and private practice experience.
HIPAA compliant video sessions available. The problem with daily life is that it is so daily. Sometimes life feels like a grind. Sometimes we lack direction. Sometimes life is just plain painful. You may be experiencing depression, relationship struggles, divorce, separation, infidelity, anger, anxiety, grief and loss, or addiction. Wherever you are, that is the starting line for the rest of your life. That does not mean the rest of your life has to be more of the same. How about a new direction...a new perspective? I may be able to help. The first step is yours. I look forward to your call.
I hold a Master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Medaille College and seven years in agency and private practice experience.
HIPAA compliant video sessions available. The problem with daily life is that it is so daily. Sometimes life feels like a grind. Sometimes we lack direction. Sometimes life is just plain painful. You may be experiencing depression, relationship struggles, divorce, separation, infidelity, anger, anxiety, grief and loss, or addiction. Wherever you are, that is the starting line for the rest of your life. That does not mean the rest of your life has to be more of the same. How about a new direction...a new perspective? I may be able to help. The first step is yours. I look forward to your call.
Kristi P. Smith, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Williamsville, NY 14221
Waitlist for new clients
I offer individual counseling, marriage counseling and family counseling for adolescents and adults,. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with a wide variety of issues. I utilize a Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral approach in a comforting environment. I strive to tailor counseling goals to each individual, and to assist those who desire to work through their struggles and improve their quality of life. I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
I offer individual counseling, marriage counseling and family counseling for adolescents and adults,. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with a wide variety of issues. I utilize a Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral approach in a comforting environment. I strive to tailor counseling goals to each individual, and to assist those who desire to work through their struggles and improve their quality of life. I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
I have over 20 years experience in the human service field. My passion is providing compassionate support for those struggling with life's challenges in a safe and non-judgmental environment; assisting individuals in addressing what is troubling them; whether it is marital conflict, depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, trauma, anger management, serious mental illness, etc.; helping them to achieve their personal goals; effecting positive change and working toward desired outcomes. I incorporate principles from the Christian faith for those who desire that but work with all people/faiths indiscriminately.
I have over 20 years experience in the human service field. My passion is providing compassionate support for those struggling with life's challenges in a safe and non-judgmental environment; assisting individuals in addressing what is troubling them; whether it is marital conflict, depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, trauma, anger management, serious mental illness, etc.; helping them to achieve their personal goals; effecting positive change and working toward desired outcomes. I incorporate principles from the Christian faith for those who desire that but work with all people/faiths indiscriminately.
I have experience and training in working with various issues: anxiety, depression, grief, marital issues, childhood trauma, chronic illness, panic disorder, gay and lesbian issues, adjustment issues, sexual trauma, bipolar and schizophrenia disorder.
I have a passion for working with people who are hurting. With gentle compassion, wisdom and humor, I help people create change to bring a sense of peace and order back into their lives. I have a Master's degree in Social Work from the University at Buffalo and have been in practice since 2007.
I have experience and training in working with various issues: anxiety, depression, grief, marital issues, childhood trauma, chronic illness, panic disorder, gay and lesbian issues, adjustment issues, sexual trauma, bipolar and schizophrenia disorder.
I have a passion for working with people who are hurting. With gentle compassion, wisdom and humor, I help people create change to bring a sense of peace and order back into their lives. I have a Master's degree in Social Work from the University at Buffalo and have been in practice since 2007.
With Grovers Psychological Services we provide psychotherapy, psychological assessment and diagnostic evaluations for children, adolescents, adults. We offer treatment for depression, bi-polar disorder, anxiety,Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, phobias, personality disorders, conduct disorder & attention marriage & couple counseling. Our approaches include Systemic, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral and Problem Solution Focused Therapy. Psychological assessment includes psycho-educational, ADHD, Learning Disabilities or learning disorders like reading, comprehension or mathematical disorders, Mental Retardation (IQ and achievement), personality and bariatric surgery .
With Grovers Psychological Services we provide psychotherapy, psychological assessment and diagnostic evaluations for children, adolescents, adults. We offer treatment for depression, bi-polar disorder, anxiety,Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, phobias, personality disorders, conduct disorder & attention marriage & couple counseling. Our approaches include Systemic, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral and Problem Solution Focused Therapy. Psychological assessment includes psycho-educational, ADHD, Learning Disabilities or learning disorders like reading, comprehension or mathematical disorders, Mental Retardation (IQ and achievement), personality and bariatric surgery .
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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!
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.
Catholic Couples who want a remarkable marriage go to Heartsrenewed.
If you are a Catholic man or woman struggling with conflict in your relationships, having a difficult time letting go of the past, needing help managing difficult emotions, or want to end the slavery of addiction, I can help. I effectively combine my faith with my psychological training to provide you with therapy you can trust, deeply rooted in Catholic Theology and Philosophy.
Catholic Couples who want a remarkable marriage go to Heartsrenewed.
If you are a Catholic man or woman struggling with conflict in your relationships, having a difficult time letting go of the past, needing help managing difficult emotions, or want to end the slavery of addiction, I can help. I effectively combine my faith with my psychological training to provide you with therapy you can trust, deeply rooted in Catholic Theology and Philosophy.
Allan E Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSEd, MS, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamburg, NY 14075
I am a trained trauma therapist & marriage & family therapist.
I admire & appreciate the courage it takes to initiate & maintain therapy. Indivduals & couples call because they are stuck in unhealthy patterns & do not know how to do something different. I assist them in creating & maintaining healthy patterns. Anxiety & panic are struggles for many people. They learn to control the anxiety as opposed the anxiety controlling them. Miscommunication happens because people often listen to talk as opposed to understand. I teach clients how to communicate in the therapy room so they leave knowing how to do it. Clients regain trust so they can reconnect emotionally & sexually.
I am a trained trauma therapist & marriage & family therapist.
I admire & appreciate the courage it takes to initiate & maintain therapy. Indivduals & couples call because they are stuck in unhealthy patterns & do not know how to do something different. I assist them in creating & maintaining healthy patterns. Anxiety & panic are struggles for many people. They learn to control the anxiety as opposed the anxiety controlling them. Miscommunication happens because people often listen to talk as opposed to understand. I teach clients how to communicate in the therapy room so they leave knowing how to do it. Clients regain trust so they can reconnect emotionally & sexually.
Paula J Ruefli-Spears
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MFT
Verified Verified
Amherst, NY 14226
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy; working in the counseling field since 2013.
Attollo Counseling Services was born from a passion for promoting satisfying relationships, healthy families, meaningful marriages, and strong resilient individuals as they pursue their hopes, dreams, and happiness. While we all want these things, nothing is guaranteed except life will present challenges to take us off-course. Whether you are going through a major life adjustment, experiencing grief/loss, struggling to decide what steps to take towards your future, experiencing relationship challenges, or embarking on a new journey in life; you don't have to do it alone. We believe in compassion, collaboration, and creativity.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy; working in the counseling field since 2013.
Attollo Counseling Services was born from a passion for promoting satisfying relationships, healthy families, meaningful marriages, and strong resilient individuals as they pursue their hopes, dreams, and happiness. While we all want these things, nothing is guaranteed except life will present challenges to take us off-course. Whether you are going through a major life adjustment, experiencing grief/loss, struggling to decide what steps to take towards your future, experiencing relationship challenges, or embarking on a new journey in life; you don't have to do it alone. We believe in compassion, collaboration, and creativity.
Malissa's ideal client is one who is curious, open, and committed to trying interventions and techniques both in and out of sessions. The client is encouraged to look inward at times, explore past and present events that have shaped ideologies, beliefs, and protective barriers, and be willing to collaborate with her. The client's issues might range from anxiety and depression to challenges with dichotomous thoughts, identity confusion, academic/career exploration and transitions, spirituality conflicts, interpersonal challenges, women's issues, and pre marital/ marital coaching (including separation and divorce).
Malissa's ideal client is one who is curious, open, and committed to trying interventions and techniques both in and out of sessions. The client is encouraged to look inward at times, explore past and present events that have shaped ideologies, beliefs, and protective barriers, and be willing to collaborate with her. The client's issues might range from anxiety and depression to challenges with dichotomous thoughts, identity confusion, academic/career exploration and transitions, spirituality conflicts, interpersonal challenges, women's issues, and pre marital/ marital coaching (including separation and divorce).
I have been in private practice in my location since 1984, receiving the majority of my referrals from physicians and attorneys in the WNY area. I specialize in life transitions, school and career issues, relationship, marriage, infertility, post-partum depression, anxiety, sleep disorders,trauma,loss and change. I provide individual, couples, and group therapy. I also provide expertise in mental health to the local television and radio stations, and to local seminars in our area. Fees are reasonable and I provide appts. during the day, evenings and Saturdays. I look forward to meeting you.
I have been in private practice in my location since 1984, receiving the majority of my referrals from physicians and attorneys in the WNY area. I specialize in life transitions, school and career issues, relationship, marriage, infertility, post-partum depression, anxiety, sleep disorders,trauma,loss and change. I provide individual, couples, and group therapy. I also provide expertise in mental health to the local television and radio stations, and to local seminars in our area. Fees are reasonable and I provide appts. during the day, evenings and Saturdays. I look forward to meeting you.
Edward Jackson Jr.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tonawanda, NY 14150
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families in their search for healing.
I personally don't believe there is an "ideal" client. My "ideal" client is any amazing person who had the courage to walk through the doors, share their story, and work collaboratively to find healing and happiness. That is the ideal client in my humble opinion!
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families in their search for healing.
I personally don't believe there is an "ideal" client. My "ideal" client is any amazing person who had the courage to walk through the doors, share their story, and work collaboratively to find healing and happiness. That is the ideal client in my humble opinion!
Today’s therapy, now. I treat anxiety, depression, narcissism, grief, couples, adults and more. I focus on comfort, precision and thoroughness to strengthen the dynamics and boundaries of life, event and issue strategies. Learn specific skills and understand how education, career, boundaries and justice combine to express themselves into human behavior and thought. All ages, experiences, education and careers, individual, marriage, family, sport, and court. Decades as a therapist, scientist, in investigation and research, a coach and teacher. Best performance outcomes in a diversity of settings and factors. CBT if desired. Private.
Today’s therapy, now. I treat anxiety, depression, narcissism, grief, couples, adults and more. I focus on comfort, precision and thoroughness to strengthen the dynamics and boundaries of life, event and issue strategies. Learn specific skills and understand how education, career, boundaries and justice combine to express themselves into human behavior and thought. All ages, experiences, education and careers, individual, marriage, family, sport, and court. Decades as a therapist, scientist, in investigation and research, a coach and teacher. Best performance outcomes in a diversity of settings and factors. CBT if desired. Private.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.