Therapists in Grant Ferry, Buffalo, NY

I have been working in the social work field for over 24 years. My experience has been primarily with Adolescents and Adults who suffer from addiction and mental health disorders. I enjoy the process of engaging individuals and trying to develop a working relationship built upon sincerity and trust. I believe that the therapeutic alliance is the most important aspect of any effective counseling session. I understand and recognize that each individual is unique and brings his/her different life experiences and circumstances to the therapeutic relationship which serve as their building blocks of internal change and self-growth.

Making the decision to seek counseling is courageous and can be life changing. During challenging times, I believe we may need unbiased guidance and support to help get our lives back on course, and to determine necessary steps for sustainable change, enhanced happiness, and meaning in life. With a warm, empathetic stance, I'll meet you where you are and, together, we will explore ways to help you define and reach your goals. With 15 plus years’ experience I have had the privilege to witness people grow, change, and recover.

I approach my practice as someone who will listen and help you find out how to be your best from an evidence-based, trauma-informed perspective. Our time together will be productive and respectful, providing you with the encouragement and strength to overcome life's challenges. I am a licensed clinical social worker with a Master's degree from the University at Buffalo School of Social Work. Following my graduate work, I completed the Trauma Counseling Program offered by the University at Buffalo, and I continue to further my knowledge through ongoing continuing education.

Seeking mental health services for yourself or your child can feel overwhelming. However, I applaud you in taking this first step. In my practice I serve toddlers, children, teens, and adults, assisting individuals with reducing and processing feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma responses. I most frequently work with individuals experiencing OCD, ADHD, PTSD, Dissociation, & Panic/ Anxiety Disorders.

Do you tell everyone you’re “fine” while secretly battling stress in silence? Are you finding it difficult to prioritize your mental health amidst the hustle and grind of NYC? Do you feel stuck between your day-to-day routine and figuring out how to achieve the life you envisioned for yourself? As someone who grew up in a Caribbean culture, I understand the lack of safe spaces to talk about the emotional, psychological, and sometimes physical stressors that exist when you’re just going through the motions.

Welcome to Lyrically Healing and thank you for your courage. Here is where you are serviced in safety, respect, empathy, love, honesty, focus, maturity, confidence and empowerment. I believe you are the author of your own story. "There are years that ask questions and years that answer"- Z.Hurston. As the expert of your life maybe you have the answers and need assistance finding your voice. Or maybe you are curious about experiences that impact you? Wherever your walk begins Lyrically Healing can move with you.

If you are reading this right now, then that's good news, it means you are thinking about creating a healthier you! Whether you're working through a difficult time or simply feel like you've been stuck in a rut, therapy can be a great help! I’m grateful for the opportunity to support others and my approach to therapy is based in empathy, humor, acceptance, and transparency. I know how hard it can be to find a therapist that “clicks," so I would greatly appreciate the chance to hear your story and offer a fresh perspective! I have a wealth of experience in treating adolescents and adults.

"I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become" - Carl Jung. We can reclaim our story and take back our power by choosing to heal. I would love to be part of reshaping your story into one that is worthy of you. I am an EMDR trained licensed mental health counselor with experience: treating depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and trauma. As a Black woman, I am aware of the emotional distress caused by systematic oppression often inflicted on people of color and oppressed groups: I address these experiences with compassion, sensitivity and honesty in session.

"Strength doesn't come from what you can do. It comes from overcoming things you once thought you couldn't." (Rikki Rogers) I will be the therapist who works for you on any problem you bring to the session. I describe it this way because we work on what is important to you - your goals, hopes and dreams. The starting point is with you. Sometimes people can't even get in touch with that, but trust me, I can help you find those goals, hopes and dreams. I have been at points in my own life where I experienced hopelessness, but I know there is a way out.

What are you looking for in therapy? Maybe you just need a little help getting through your day. Maybe you need a little extra support, someone in your corner to listen to you and help you untangle the thoughts in your head. Maybe you feel like you're going down the spiral, and nothing seems to bring you back. Let's talk about it. Let's work together to help you live the life you want, to find peace.

Welcome! I invite you to take a moment, and check in about what brought you here. Are there difficulties within your mind, pain from your past, or current stressors that are negatively affecting your well-being? If so, counseling can offer you support in coping with these challenges and living a meaningful life. I believe that each person has resilience, strengths, and capacity for growth that should be the foundation of their own therapeutic goals. I welcome people of all identities and backgrounds.

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have worked with many individuals with a wide range of unique presenting problems. I like to call myself an eclectic therapist in the sense that I incorporate multiple models during our time together. I am open to working with clients and/or couples who are ready and willing to do the work! Although it may be hard, it will soon be worth it. I would be a good fit for you if you want to be challenged and gain new insight about yourself. I emphasize and value the therapeutic relationship and work with clients to establish rapport and a clear sense of goals!

Our practice listens to our clients and provides a variety of therapy and counseling approaches to meet our client's needs. We know that life can get difficult at times and we believe that counseling can help you to see the situation from a different point of view to facilitate change. Our focus is to help individuals and families heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and providing each client with a customer treatment plan. We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow.

Sometimes in life stressful things happen. Sometimes we experience mental health issues that feel beyond our control. Our quality of life may suffer or we may struggle to reach our goals. I am here to help. I try to create a warm and nonjudgmental space for you to reflect and grow. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor I have experience helping people with a variety of issues including stress, depression, relationship problems, and perinatal/postpartum concerns. I also enjoy helping couples learn to communicate more effectively and strengthen their friendship.

Painful experiences can shake us to our core, often leading us to craft narratives about ourselves based on these challenges. These stories might leave you feeling misunderstood and struggling to forge a strong sense of self, especially when your lived experience doesn’t align with societal norms. This can manifest as debilitating symptoms, difficulty connecting with others, and damaging self-beliefs, causing you to question your inherent worth and identity. Despite what your inner critic may tell you, embracing your authentic self is possible.

I have been working as a mental health counselor for adults, adolescents, and couples for five years. I have spent the majority of this in community mental health, providing therapy for issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, women’s and LGBTQ+ issues, as well as day-to-day stressors such as finances, life transitions, and relationships.

Whether you are seeking help for individual growth, healing trauma, or relationship challenges, as a Marriage and Family therapist I can help you better navigate the world you live in to create a more fulfilling life. I am a licensed psychotherapist and a certified yoga and meditation teacher. I am EMDR trained and currently seeking certification. Through my professional experience, training and clinical research, I have found that integrating mind-body-spirit, and EMDR into psychotherapy provides greater insight and deeper healing than talk therapy alone.

We can’t ignore that voice inside that insists that there is more for us in this life. Or maybe it is telling us that we have just gotten off track. Luckily for us everything we need to heal is already inside ourselves. I am here to listen and provide you the tools and guidance to help you through this process.

Hi! I am Mikaela, you can call me Mikaela or Dr. Mikaela. I don’t have a preference. Please reach out to me if you are looking to have an empathetic person to listen, offer feedback, and provide guidance for you to create solutions for yourself.