EMDR Therapists in Clarence Center, NY

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Allison Plunkett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clarence Center, NY 14032
One of the treatment modalities that I utilize is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy), which is a psychotherapy treatment for trauma.
Allison Plunkett is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a sincere empathy for others, and passion for helping clients heal from many types of mental health struggles, especially anxiety, trauma, and depression. With a background in serving clients with various needs in multiple settings as well as an EMDR certification, Allison brings a holistic perspective to her practice. With over five years of hands-on experience in the field, Allison has built upon her skills in providing care that is both person-centered and trauma-informed. She is committed to helping her clients learn, heal, and thrive. ​
One of the treatment modalities that I utilize is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy), which is a psychotherapy treatment for trauma.
Allison Plunkett is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a sincere empathy for others, and passion for helping clients heal from many types of mental health struggles, especially anxiety, trauma, and depression. With a background in serving clients with various needs in multiple settings as well as an EMDR certification, Allison brings a holistic perspective to her practice. With over five years of hands-on experience in the field, Allison has built upon her skills in providing care that is both person-centered and trauma-informed. She is committed to helping her clients learn, heal, and thrive. ​
(716) 340-4213 View (716) 340-4213
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Jacob Schwartz
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clarence Center, NY 14032
I love using EMDR to transform how beliefs and experiences sit within our bodies and minds.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards healing and inner peace. It's not easy to ask for help, but when you do it's a huge relief. Sometimes life brings intense trauma, tough relationships, or family who makes you feel bad about yourself. You don't need to handle this alone anymore and no human being deserves permanent suffering.
I love using EMDR to transform how beliefs and experiences sit within our bodies and minds.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards healing and inner peace. It's not easy to ask for help, but when you do it's a huge relief. Sometimes life brings intense trauma, tough relationships, or family who makes you feel bad about yourself. You don't need to handle this alone anymore and no human being deserves permanent suffering.
(716) 458-9116 View (716) 458-9116
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Shurmatz Counseling LCSW PC
LCSWR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clarence Center, NY 14032
We get that! We offer authentic connection to therapists who are trained in evidence based practices, including ACT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.
You haven’t felt good for months. You can’t get out of your head and your thoughts are constantly racing. Your feelings are in the driver’s seat of your life instead of you. You feel like no one understands, and you’re all alone. All you want to do is change this! Yet you feel so restless, you can't be still or concentrate on one thing for very long. We want to offer you hope that it doesn't have to stay this way. It’s possible to feel whole and alive again. Your nightmares don’t have to haunt you into the day. You can have peace and connection, with yourself and with others. Your joy and energy for life aren’t gone forever.
We get that! We offer authentic connection to therapists who are trained in evidence based practices, including ACT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.
You haven’t felt good for months. You can’t get out of your head and your thoughts are constantly racing. Your feelings are in the driver’s seat of your life instead of you. You feel like no one understands, and you’re all alone. All you want to do is change this! Yet you feel so restless, you can't be still or concentrate on one thing for very long. We want to offer you hope that it doesn't have to stay this way. It’s possible to feel whole and alive again. Your nightmares don’t have to haunt you into the day. You can have peace and connection, with yourself and with others. Your joy and energy for life aren’t gone forever.
(716) 325-6034 View (716) 325-6034
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Jenna Bezilla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clarence Center, NY 14032
I am trained in EMDR, certified in DBT, and trained in ERP for OCD treatment.
I am currently accepting new clients with week day morning & afternoon availability. Has something felt off within yourself and you can’t exactly put your finger on what that is? Welcome to a space to explore whatever has been on your mind. I’m glad you’re here. Has a situation arose where you are having trouble finding a clear path? Let me help you alleviate some of that pressure by not necessarily finding the right or wrong decision, but by exploring what decision may be right for you.
I am trained in EMDR, certified in DBT, and trained in ERP for OCD treatment.
I am currently accepting new clients with week day morning & afternoon availability. Has something felt off within yourself and you can’t exactly put your finger on what that is? Welcome to a space to explore whatever has been on your mind. I’m glad you’re here. Has a situation arose where you are having trouble finding a clear path? Let me help you alleviate some of that pressure by not necessarily finding the right or wrong decision, but by exploring what decision may be right for you.
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Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC. Group Practice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clarence Center, NY 14032  (Online Only)
Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Occupational, grief and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals.
Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Occupational, grief and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals.
(315) 277-6917 View (315) 277-6917

More Therapists Nearby

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Christine Smith
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Buffalo, NY 14221  (Online Only)
I support my clients to live their best lives through self care and solution-focused therapy. I create a safe and engaging environment that allows clients to feel comfortable and open. I have over 13 years experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have worked with a wide range of people and backgrounds. I work hard to support the personal and emotional growth of all my clients. I am also a certified EMDR therapist.
I support my clients to live their best lives through self care and solution-focused therapy. I create a safe and engaging environment that allows clients to feel comfortable and open. I have over 13 years experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have worked with a wide range of people and backgrounds. I work hard to support the personal and emotional growth of all my clients. I am also a certified EMDR therapist.
(917) 473-8869 View (917) 473-8869
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Nancy Robin Krtek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ND, LCSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Amherst, NY 14226
Therapeutic interventions include integrative approaches along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, Psycho-Education, as well as Eastern philosophical tenets, and EMDR. If you deal with Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Addiction issues, a Trauma history, Dissociative Disorders or Personality Disorders, you will receive competent, compassionate and empathic care. Treatment needs can be met through individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and/or group therapy. Other issues that I can help you with are Eating Disorders, Weight management, Pain management/somatic issues. as well as Grief/Loss issues. Check out my Facebook page "Nancy Krtek Mind/Body Practitioner."
Therapeutic interventions include integrative approaches along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, Psycho-Education, as well as Eastern philosophical tenets, and EMDR. If you deal with Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Addiction issues, a Trauma history, Dissociative Disorders or Personality Disorders, you will receive competent, compassionate and empathic care. Treatment needs can be met through individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and/or group therapy. Other issues that I can help you with are Eating Disorders, Weight management, Pain management/somatic issues. as well as Grief/Loss issues. Check out my Facebook page "Nancy Krtek Mind/Body Practitioner."
(630) 282-6959 View (630) 282-6959
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Annmarie L Maxwell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Williamsville, NY 14221
I use a individualized combination of EMDR, traditional talk therapy, embodied therapies such as somatic therapy and body awareness, and spiritual practices such as mindfulness and self-compassion to help you create a deeper connection to your authentic self and develop tools to overcome obstacles to whole being wellness.
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.
I use a individualized combination of EMDR, traditional talk therapy, embodied therapies such as somatic therapy and body awareness, and spiritual practices such as mindfulness and self-compassion to help you create a deeper connection to your authentic self and develop tools to overcome obstacles to whole being wellness.
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.
(716) 707-3671 View (716) 707-3671
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Stacey Donahue, LCSW-R
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Williamsville, NY 14221
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction).
I am a licensed clinical social worker and I have worked in the Western New York community since 1997. Over the years, I have treated many different people, from different backgrounds, with varying issues. Since my career experience in the field primarily comes from working with several different agencies over the course of my career, I have experience in providing therapy to people presenting with different issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, chronic pain and trauma. I have also worked with those whose mental health is impacted by dual-diagnosis issues. My experience includes working with adolescents and adults.
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction).
I am a licensed clinical social worker and I have worked in the Western New York community since 1997. Over the years, I have treated many different people, from different backgrounds, with varying issues. Since my career experience in the field primarily comes from working with several different agencies over the course of my career, I have experience in providing therapy to people presenting with different issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, chronic pain and trauma. I have also worked with those whose mental health is impacted by dual-diagnosis issues. My experience includes working with adolescents and adults.
(716) 562-4197 View (716) 562-4197
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Mindi Lobuzzetta
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Amherst, NY 14228  (Online Only)
Mindi has taken extensive training in trauma, EMDR & holds an additional certification as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Do you feel as though life has been full of struggles? Have you had experience with situations that are preventing you from staying on your desired life path? Did you experience a loss or something stressful that you just can’t seem to move past? Sometimes what brings us to counseling isn’t the only thing we need help with. Stress and unaddressed difficult situations can create a perfect storm for maladaptive coping skills and uncontrollable and uncomfortable emotions. Mindi can teach you skills, strategies and tools to better deal with your problems. Therapy is a way to feel empowered to take hold of all that life throws your way.
Mindi has taken extensive training in trauma, EMDR & holds an additional certification as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Do you feel as though life has been full of struggles? Have you had experience with situations that are preventing you from staying on your desired life path? Did you experience a loss or something stressful that you just can’t seem to move past? Sometimes what brings us to counseling isn’t the only thing we need help with. Stress and unaddressed difficult situations can create a perfect storm for maladaptive coping skills and uncontrollable and uncomfortable emotions. Mindi can teach you skills, strategies and tools to better deal with your problems. Therapy is a way to feel empowered to take hold of all that life throws your way.
(716) 517-4014 View (716) 517-4014
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Sarah Detty
LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
East Amherst, NY 14051  (Online Only)
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.
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.
(716) 454-0965 View (716) 454-0965
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Amie Martinez
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, ADHD-, CCSP
Verified Verified
Amherst, NY 14226
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in motivational interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR).
In life’s journey, we are all met with obstacles to overcome. Sometimes they are small ant hills that we can step over, sometimes they are small hills that we struggle to get over, and sometimes they can feel like insurmountable mountains. For each of us, our hills and mountains (and how they feel) might be different. Sometimes those ant hills can feel like a mountain as well. It may feel like you do not have the tools to get over those obstacles safely and securely. If you are ready to get those tools, then this may be the next step on your journey to healing.
I am trained in motivational interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR).
In life’s journey, we are all met with obstacles to overcome. Sometimes they are small ant hills that we can step over, sometimes they are small hills that we struggle to get over, and sometimes they can feel like insurmountable mountains. For each of us, our hills and mountains (and how they feel) might be different. Sometimes those ant hills can feel like a mountain as well. It may feel like you do not have the tools to get over those obstacles safely and securely. If you are ready to get those tools, then this may be the next step on your journey to healing.
(716) 592-6670 View (716) 592-6670
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Dawn Barie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
Amherst, NY 14221  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Dawn has specialized training with evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, EMDR and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Hello, welcome to my page! I am licensed in New York and Pennsylvania and offer Teletherapy in both states. You will receive warm, supportive and nonjudgmental sessions to explore and learn ways to feel better. Are you experiencing relationship conflict, depression, anxiety or feeling stuck during a period of life transition? Learn to shift unhealthy patterns of thinking and behaving while engaging life more fully. Sessions offer an opportunity for growth and change so you can uncover greater meaning and personal satisfaction.
Dawn has specialized training with evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, EMDR and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Hello, welcome to my page! I am licensed in New York and Pennsylvania and offer Teletherapy in both states. You will receive warm, supportive and nonjudgmental sessions to explore and learn ways to feel better. Are you experiencing relationship conflict, depression, anxiety or feeling stuck during a period of life transition? Learn to shift unhealthy patterns of thinking and behaving while engaging life more fully. Sessions offer an opportunity for growth and change so you can uncover greater meaning and personal satisfaction.
(716) 300-2389 View (716) 300-2389
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Michael Finnegan
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Amherst, NY 14228
I take an integrative approach to therapy and use interventions from CBT, ACT, Schema / Ego State, Existential and EMDR modalities.
Congratulations for taking this initial step on the path of growth and healing. The counseling services I provide are meant to aid in the psychological, emotional and spiritual growth of adults who are suffering beyond their present ability to cope and who desire to move beyond merely coping, but to living more authentically and wholeheartedly. ​As a mental health clinician, I provide mental health assessment and individual psychotherapy services to those suffering from an array of mental health conditions from chronic stress, anxiety and mood disorder to PTSD or those struggling through an existential crisis.
I take an integrative approach to therapy and use interventions from CBT, ACT, Schema / Ego State, Existential and EMDR modalities.
Congratulations for taking this initial step on the path of growth and healing. The counseling services I provide are meant to aid in the psychological, emotional and spiritual growth of adults who are suffering beyond their present ability to cope and who desire to move beyond merely coping, but to living more authentically and wholeheartedly. ​As a mental health clinician, I provide mental health assessment and individual psychotherapy services to those suffering from an array of mental health conditions from chronic stress, anxiety and mood disorder to PTSD or those struggling through an existential crisis.
(833) 926-0981 View (833) 926-0981
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Erin Brink
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Buffalo, NY 14226
Waitlist for new clients
I have adopted a person centered and eclectic approach to meet the needs of my unique clients, however my specialties include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Progressive Counting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience assisting clients in a wide variety of areas, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, stress management, interpersonal relationships, grief/loss, and trauma.
I have adopted a person centered and eclectic approach to meet the needs of my unique clients, however my specialties include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Progressive Counting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience assisting clients in a wide variety of areas, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, stress management, interpersonal relationships, grief/loss, and trauma.
(716) 271-6471 View (716) 271-6471
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Emily Shields
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Cheektowaga, NY 14215
Waitlist for new clients
I have also completed training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) therapy from an EMDRIA-approved program.
Ready to take the first step? My greatest hope as a therapist is to help you become the best possible version of yourself. I believe that you have the intuitive qualities to reach your goals, and my ambition is to help you discover tools that will guide you on your path. Together we address the current issues or problems in your life, while investigating past experiences that may need more processing and resolution. We then navigate the present and the past in an integrated way, with the highest goal of helping you feel confident and empowered in your ability to handle life’s challenges.
I have also completed training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) therapy from an EMDRIA-approved program.
Ready to take the first step? My greatest hope as a therapist is to help you become the best possible version of yourself. I believe that you have the intuitive qualities to reach your goals, and my ambition is to help you discover tools that will guide you on your path. Together we address the current issues or problems in your life, while investigating past experiences that may need more processing and resolution. We then navigate the present and the past in an integrated way, with the highest goal of helping you feel confident and empowered in your ability to handle life’s challenges.
(716) 638-2786 View (716) 638-2786
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Kelly Sementelli Leon
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williamsville, NY 14221  (Online Only)
I utilize a person centered, strength-based approach, and I work to provide trauma-informed care using EMDR, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, mindfulness based, and solution-focused therapies.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and anxious? At times life can deal us a difficult hand, and these events can change the way we see ourselves and the world. We can be left feeling lost and angry, and we might struggle with depression and anxiety that feels completely out of control. These events can cause us to feel isolated and alone, and it can be difficult to ask for help. The process of therapy can create a safe space for you to reconnect and heal. Together we can create your path toward healing and empowerment. As a licensed therapist, I have experience with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction.
I utilize a person centered, strength-based approach, and I work to provide trauma-informed care using EMDR, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, mindfulness based, and solution-focused therapies.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and anxious? At times life can deal us a difficult hand, and these events can change the way we see ourselves and the world. We can be left feeling lost and angry, and we might struggle with depression and anxiety that feels completely out of control. These events can cause us to feel isolated and alone, and it can be difficult to ask for help. The process of therapy can create a safe space for you to reconnect and heal. Together we can create your path toward healing and empowerment. As a licensed therapist, I have experience with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction.
(716) 257-4555 View (716) 257-4555
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Margot Hoffman
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Buffalo, NY 14228
Utilizing evidence-based practices such as EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, DBT, and mindfulness, we can work together in a way that feels most effective and empowering to you.
When life gets heavy it can feel like we're stuck in a forest, struggling to find warmth and navigate ourselves toward a safe path. This can make it difficult to show up in our lives the way we’d like to, we’re desperately trying to move forward, but past experiences and future worries trip us time and time again. Trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief can make it easy to stay stuck in this forest. What can be difficult, though, is reaching out for a hand to hold along the way as we make new turns that lead us back to ourselves.
Utilizing evidence-based practices such as EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, DBT, and mindfulness, we can work together in a way that feels most effective and empowering to you.
When life gets heavy it can feel like we're stuck in a forest, struggling to find warmth and navigate ourselves toward a safe path. This can make it difficult to show up in our lives the way we’d like to, we’re desperately trying to move forward, but past experiences and future worries trip us time and time again. Trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief can make it easy to stay stuck in this forest. What can be difficult, though, is reaching out for a hand to hold along the way as we make new turns that lead us back to ourselves.
(716) 526-8419 View (716) 526-8419
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Sam Sessamen
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Williamsville, NY 14221
I pull from IFS, EMDR, DBT and practice harm reduction.
I am a trauma specialist providing virtual appointments throughout NY, Oregon and Florida and in person appointments in Western NY. You would seek out a cardiologist if you had a heart issue, right? Well, if you have the access, I recommend seeking out a therapist who specializes in your unique issues. I am not a generalist; I specialize in Trauma, Dissociation, Eating Disorders, Body Dysmorphia and anxiety. I work with these issues because they're what I'm most passionate about and I've dedicated my life's work to combatting the systemic issues that cause or exacerbate those issues.
I pull from IFS, EMDR, DBT and practice harm reduction.
I am a trauma specialist providing virtual appointments throughout NY, Oregon and Florida and in person appointments in Western NY. You would seek out a cardiologist if you had a heart issue, right? Well, if you have the access, I recommend seeking out a therapist who specializes in your unique issues. I am not a generalist; I specialize in Trauma, Dissociation, Eating Disorders, Body Dysmorphia and anxiety. I work with these issues because they're what I'm most passionate about and I've dedicated my life's work to combatting the systemic issues that cause or exacerbate those issues.
(716) 261-2298 View (716) 261-2298
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Amanda Nichole Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Williamsville, NY 14221
I can help you manage uncontrollable thoughts, assist with behavioral management skills, or utilize EMDR.
Are you looking to gain more clarity or develop insight into a presenting problem or current symptom(s)? I understand beginning therapy can create some anxiety and hesitation, but it can also leave you feeling empowered and excited for change. I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been practicing for over 10 years. I specialize in the treatment of teenagers, adults, and families.
I can help you manage uncontrollable thoughts, assist with behavioral management skills, or utilize EMDR.
Are you looking to gain more clarity or develop insight into a presenting problem or current symptom(s)? I understand beginning therapy can create some anxiety and hesitation, but it can also leave you feeling empowered and excited for change. I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been practicing for over 10 years. I specialize in the treatment of teenagers, adults, and families.
(716) 281-1726 View (716) 281-1726

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EMDR Therapists

Who is EMDR for?

EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.

Why do people need EMDR?

People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.

What problems does EMDR treat?

First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.

What happens in EMDR therapy?

First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.