Highmark BCBS of Western New York Therapists in Buffalo, NY

Our minds and bodies carry memories and scars of experiences endured and the emotions we have attached to them. We may not choose what happens to us, but the stories we have are ours alone. I see you as the expert of your own life and will work alongside you as you heal emotional wounds and unlearn behaviors that no longer serve you. I support young adults and adults who are confronting anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and challenges with self-esteem and relationships.

Feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or like the past is holding you back? Tired of being stuck in the same patterns and looking to make a change? Ready to move forward and build the life you want to lead?

Sometimes things arise in someone's life that seem insurmountable. When talking to friends and family doesn't help it may seem like there is no way through a situation. Speaking to a trained therapist may be the best way to bring about the change you need. This can be difficult and uncomfortable at times but with hard work change is not only possible but inevitable. Anxiety, depression, relationship issues can be treated with strength-based, client-focused treatment.

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.

I believe my clients are the experts in their lives. I see myself as a facilitator of conversations that lead my clients to new perspectives. Therapy is an opportunity to take control of one's problems and as an opportunity to become the preferred version of oneself. My hope is to provide you with the tools and perspective to know that even when you FEEL there is nothing but closed roads, detours and wrong way signs in life, you KNOW you possess the power to strive for, obtain and maintain THROUGH and OVER it all.

As of 3/16/20 teletherapy is offered to promote public health safety. I provide psychotherapy and evaluation services for clients of all ages with cognitive, psychological, developmental, learning and neurobehavioral disorders and needs. I am a registered nurse (in NYS) as well as a licenced psychologist (in NY and MI) with years of experience and welcome clients with serious, chronic and complex health conditions. I completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psycholgy from Columbia University, an Internship and Fellowship at Cornell University Medical College.

Hi, my name is Melody. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 13 years of experience. I am currently offering telehealth and limited in-person therapy. I provide individual therapy for adults only. I do not currently treat children, adolescents, or couples. Availability: In-Person counseling on limited basis. Telehealth 9am-4pm Monday - Friday. In Person Tuesday & Wednesday 12pm-4pm

You're standing at the threshold of change, where fear and uncertainty cloud your path. In this pivotal moment, my role is to illuminate the way forward, transforming apprehension into a journey of self-discovery and growth. Drawing from my own experiences of navigating life's challenges, I recognize the courage it takes to make yourself a priority. Together, we will explore not just what you desire from life, but what you fundamentally need, rediscover your innermost self, and realize your true potential.

Seeking out help is not an easy thing to do! I use a strengths based approach when guiding you through your wellness journey. I have been working with children, adolescents, adult and families for almost 20 years. I specialize in helping clients learn to cope with anxiety and depression, improving interpersonal relationships, and improving overall mental health and wellness. One day or day one, the choice is yours.

"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.

I have seen a variety of clients from different backgrounds and presenting problems. I have the most experience working with clients with Depression, Anxiety, coping with life changes, Bipolar disorder, and clients who are struggling with inter-generational issues. I am also multi-culturally competent and an LGBTQ+ ally. I have worked with a number of clients who are 1st/2nd generation Americans or immigrants, struggling with issues related to settling in a new country. I will do my best to tailor a treatment plan to your needs and personality.

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, my mission is to support and empower individuals as they are going through difficult and challenging times in their life. Tailoring treatment interventions based on the individual and their need for a therapeutic relationship, while empowering clients to become their authentic self and reach their highest potential. My goal is to give my clients a safe, accepted, non- judgmental environment.

Every individual is deserving of a safe space where they can discuss the things that worry, upset, or frighten them the most. Whether you are working to heal from grief, illness, anxiety, depression, or to transition from one phase of life to the next, I am here to aid you in becoming the best version of yourself and living a happier, more fulfilling life. I believe that you are truly the expert on you, and that treatment outcomes are greatly improved when the therapeutic process is collaborative in nature. We will work together to explore, challenge, and detach from thoughts, behaviors, and patterns that no longer serve you.

Are you ready to take back control of your life? Don't be shy. Although I work predominantly with children and adolescents, I truly have a passion for working with anyone who is ready to gain control back. I have worked with clients who have suffered from a variety of mental health and substance use issues. In addition, I have worked with client who are struggling with finances, grief and loss, chronic medical concerns, and relationship stressors. My goal is offer support, teach skills, and work towards achieving their identified goals.

I offer a supportive, safe, and genuine approach to counseling that empowers my clients to achieve personal growth and develop skills to overcome the challenges and barriers they face in their lives. I use a combination of EMDR, Internal Family Systems, attachment focused therapy, CBT, DBT, and schema therapy to help clients gain skills and resources on their journey to wellness. With my training from Postpartum Support International, I also specialize in working with the perinatal population as they face the challenges that becoming new parents may bring.

When we're at our best we can take on new challenges with enthusiasm rather than fear. Bruce Lee said, "You must be shapeless, formless, like water. When you pour water in a cup, it becomes the cup. When you pour water in a bottle, it becomes the bottle. When you pour water in a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Water can drip or it can crash. Be like water my friend." Counseling is one way you can improve you're ability to face challenges or "be like water..." Together we can enhance your strengths to allow you to experience the changes you want to see in your life. Now providing telehealth only HIPAA-compliant video appointments.

I firmly believe that all humans endure life events that influence our perceptions of ourselves and the world around us. I am here to assist you in working through past experiences that may have negatively affected your view of yourself, others, and life itself. As a professional therapist, I can help you break patterns in your life that keep you stuck, and serve as a guide to help you change limiting thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a secure and compassionate space. I strive to create an environment that feels safe and nonjudgmental, and provide empathy and understanding to people from all walks of life.

In my work as a therapist, I have helped children, families, parents, and adults cope with and overcome a wide range of challenges such as PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, anger and stress management, parenting and relationship challenges, and life transitions. In the process of doing so, I have learned that we all possess a tremendous capacity for healing and growth.

I believe that people have an inherent capacity for growth, especially in our most challenging periods of life. One significant way that this growth can be discovered is through psychotherapy. Whether you feel stuck in your past, present, or anticipated future, therapy can not only build awareness, but also offer solutions to ease emotional strife, develop healthier behaviors, and build better connections with yourself and others.