Highmark BCBS of Western New York Therapists in Kenmore, NY

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Lisa Marek
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kenmore, NY 14217  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients! I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York. I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and have additional training in Grief and Loss, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to treat anxiety and depression. I believe good mental health is equally as important as good physical health. I am enthusiastic about helping people to achieve and maintain balance in their lives. Primary to my approach is a good therapeutic alliance between myself and the people I provide therapy to. I try to meet you where you are at, by listening and seeking to understand your needs and desires.
Currently accepting new clients! I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York. I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and have additional training in Grief and Loss, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to treat anxiety and depression. I believe good mental health is equally as important as good physical health. I am enthusiastic about helping people to achieve and maintain balance in their lives. Primary to my approach is a good therapeutic alliance between myself and the people I provide therapy to. I try to meet you where you are at, by listening and seeking to understand your needs and desires.
(716) 217-0010 View (716) 217-0010
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Be Embodied, LLC
Counselor, LMHC, PhD, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14217
From the moment you walk through our doors, you are welcomed into an atmosphere of soothing mindfulness and healing. You are invited to relax as you are greeted by our warm and welcoming staff. You are offered a space to be supported and empowered by the community of providers and teachers that await you. Since 2018, Be Embodied, LLC, has chosen to build a new paradigm. We are a holistic group practice that brings mental, physical and spiritual providers together under one roof to provide our community with the holistic, trauma informed, collaborative care they deserve.
From the moment you walk through our doors, you are welcomed into an atmosphere of soothing mindfulness and healing. You are invited to relax as you are greeted by our warm and welcoming staff. You are offered a space to be supported and empowered by the community of providers and teachers that await you. Since 2018, Be Embodied, LLC, has chosen to build a new paradigm. We are a holistic group practice that brings mental, physical and spiritual providers together under one roof to provide our community with the holistic, trauma informed, collaborative care they deserve.
(716) 557-4397 View (716) 557-4397
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Megan Friol
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14217  (Online Only)
I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and general mental health. I am passionate about working with adults and children on an individual basis, using an eclectic therapeutic approach. I hope that my collaborative, empathetic, and trauma-informed perspective will support people in achieving their goals.
I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and general mental health. I am passionate about working with adults and children on an individual basis, using an eclectic therapeutic approach. I hope that my collaborative, empathetic, and trauma-informed perspective will support people in achieving their goals.
(716) 217-0010 View (716) 217-0010
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Alex Meli, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Pract.
Counselor, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14217
As a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in providing care for individuals with a wide range of mental health concerns. Mental health disorders that I specialize in include, depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder, psychosis/schizophrenia, OCD, ADHD, and substance use disorders.
As a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in providing care for individuals with a wide range of mental health concerns. Mental health disorders that I specialize in include, depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder, psychosis/schizophrenia, OCD, ADHD, and substance use disorders.
(716) 466-9154 x2 View (716) 466-9154 x2
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Alicia Kaufman-Bernhardt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC-M
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kenmore, NY 14217
Waitlist for new clients
Taking the first steps towards working on yourself can be intimidating, but here you are, doing it. Take a moment to be proud of this step and know that you can take the next one too. If you find yourself in a situation where you're encountering obstacles and in the process of grappling with the weight of anxiety or depression or feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of adapting to significant life changes, I want to assure you that I may be the right person to guide you on your journey toward achieving your goals. I'm here to provide you with a compassionate and understanding approach.
Taking the first steps towards working on yourself can be intimidating, but here you are, doing it. Take a moment to be proud of this step and know that you can take the next one too. If you find yourself in a situation where you're encountering obstacles and in the process of grappling with the weight of anxiety or depression or feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of adapting to significant life changes, I want to assure you that I may be the right person to guide you on your journey toward achieving your goals. I'm here to provide you with a compassionate and understanding approach.
(716) 588-4398 View (716) 588-4398
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Khadijah Winkelman
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kenmore, NY 14217
Waitlist for new clients
With several years experience working with families, parents, and adolescents in both community and clinic settings, I have had the opportunity of working with people in all walks of life. Thus far in my career, I have found working with underserved and marginalized populations to be most rewarding. A key part of my counseling style is helping clients shift their focus from what they cannot control and centering in on what they can. Clients will take away from our sessions the ability to identify healthy ways to work through conflicts within themselves as well as with their children, parents, peers, etc.
With several years experience working with families, parents, and adolescents in both community and clinic settings, I have had the opportunity of working with people in all walks of life. Thus far in my career, I have found working with underserved and marginalized populations to be most rewarding. A key part of my counseling style is helping clients shift their focus from what they cannot control and centering in on what they can. Clients will take away from our sessions the ability to identify healthy ways to work through conflicts within themselves as well as with their children, parents, peers, etc.
(716) 466-9165 View (716) 466-9165
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Nicole M Newcomb-Chumsky
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kenmore, NY 14217
If you’re reading this, you already have the motivation to heal, the insight to know you need a change and the resourcefulness to seek support. You knew enough to get yourself to this page and I know enough to take you through the journey you may be scared of and yet eager for. Working as a specialist in eating disorders and trauma, I understand the highs and lows of being self-critical to the point of self-punishment, blaming yourself for the situation you are in and being stuck in an endless cycle of overriding your gut instinct in order to please others. Recognize that your intuition got you to these words.
If you’re reading this, you already have the motivation to heal, the insight to know you need a change and the resourcefulness to seek support. You knew enough to get yourself to this page and I know enough to take you through the journey you may be scared of and yet eager for. Working as a specialist in eating disorders and trauma, I understand the highs and lows of being self-critical to the point of self-punishment, blaming yourself for the situation you are in and being stuck in an endless cycle of overriding your gut instinct in order to please others. Recognize that your intuition got you to these words.
(716) 800-4139 View (716) 800-4139
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Mind Journey Therapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kenmore, NY 14217
Waitlist for new clients
We are accepting new clients! All individuals face obstacles and hurdles to overcome at some point in their life. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, past trauma, depression, self-esteem issues or any other problem, don’t lose hope as a better tomorrow is possible. Seeking help and support for personal matters may seem daunting at first, but once you take the first step, you will feel more confident about moving forward towards a better place and becoming a better version of yourself.
We are accepting new clients! All individuals face obstacles and hurdles to overcome at some point in their life. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, past trauma, depression, self-esteem issues or any other problem, don’t lose hope as a better tomorrow is possible. Seeking help and support for personal matters may seem daunting at first, but once you take the first step, you will feel more confident about moving forward towards a better place and becoming a better version of yourself.
(585) 684-8044 View (585) 684-8044
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Kadijah McKenzie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14217
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.
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.
(716) 666-4637 View (716) 666-4637
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Erin Koprevich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CRC, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kenmore, NY 14217
Counseling varies depending on the personality of both the therapist and the client and the particular problems that you may be experiencing. I want to help you address the problems you hope to address. Often this includes building skills to: reduce feelings of distress, improve relationships, communication with others, and/or to resolve difficult personal issues. In order for therapy to be most successful, you will be asked to work on things we talk about both during our sessions and at home.
Counseling varies depending on the personality of both the therapist and the client and the particular problems that you may be experiencing. I want to help you address the problems you hope to address. Often this includes building skills to: reduce feelings of distress, improve relationships, communication with others, and/or to resolve difficult personal issues. In order for therapy to be most successful, you will be asked to work on things we talk about both during our sessions and at home.
(716) 573-7026 View (716) 573-7026
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Geraldine Erokwu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14217  (Online Only)
Taking the first step can be difficult, but you are not alone. I wholeheartedly believe that mental health is wealth, as it impacts various areas of our lives. It makes a world of difference to not go through those difficulties alone. If you find that you have been struggling with a variety of issues, including but not limited to, relationship problems, work stress, familial conflict, or trauma history that manifests into anxiety or depression, I welcome you as you bravely choose to improve and prioritize your overall well-being. Please take comfort in knowing that you are doing something significant, and that is choosing you!
Taking the first step can be difficult, but you are not alone. I wholeheartedly believe that mental health is wealth, as it impacts various areas of our lives. It makes a world of difference to not go through those difficulties alone. If you find that you have been struggling with a variety of issues, including but not limited to, relationship problems, work stress, familial conflict, or trauma history that manifests into anxiety or depression, I welcome you as you bravely choose to improve and prioritize your overall well-being. Please take comfort in knowing that you are doing something significant, and that is choosing you!
(716) 271-5754 View (716) 271-5754
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Jenna Witkowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Kenmore, NY 14217
I find great fulfillment in collaborating with individuals who have endured trauma. Witnessing their progress, healing, and transformation through the therapeutic process is a profound and uplifting experience. Observing individuals reclaim their personal agency, develop healthier relationships with themselves and others, and regain a sense of empowerment is the ultimate objective, among other achievements. I understand that embarking on a journey of healing can be difficult, but it is also a courageous endeavor. You deserve to take that vital step towards your healing process, and I am here to support you.
I find great fulfillment in collaborating with individuals who have endured trauma. Witnessing their progress, healing, and transformation through the therapeutic process is a profound and uplifting experience. Observing individuals reclaim their personal agency, develop healthier relationships with themselves and others, and regain a sense of empowerment is the ultimate objective, among other achievements. I understand that embarking on a journey of healing can be difficult, but it is also a courageous endeavor. You deserve to take that vital step towards your healing process, and I am here to support you.
(716) 477-3901 View (716) 477-3901
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Julie Gutowski
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kenmore, NY 14217
I work to foster wellness and growth in each individual to allow them to live the life they have chosen as fully as possible. I believe that the individual in counseling is the expert in their life and my role is to help support and guide them to make decisions, make positive changes, increase their coping skills and improve their emotional wellness and quality of life. I have experience working with individuals who have complex needs and challenges and work to utilize their strengths and resources to meet their goals.
I work to foster wellness and growth in each individual to allow them to live the life they have chosen as fully as possible. I believe that the individual in counseling is the expert in their life and my role is to help support and guide them to make decisions, make positive changes, increase their coping skills and improve their emotional wellness and quality of life. I have experience working with individuals who have complex needs and challenges and work to utilize their strengths and resources to meet their goals.
(716) 309-4355 View (716) 309-4355
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Evelyn Alice DeSantis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14217
Welcome! I am so glad you are here and have decided to take this important first step on a journey of self-discovery. My approach focuses on not only what is happening on the surface, but finding the root cause. Our experience of stressful or scary moments does not always end when the event itself stops occurring. Our brain and body hold on to reminders of these times, which can have consequences for our work, relationships and overall well-being. Using Eye-movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) we will be able to work together to achieve healing of both the past and the present.
Welcome! I am so glad you are here and have decided to take this important first step on a journey of self-discovery. My approach focuses on not only what is happening on the surface, but finding the root cause. Our experience of stressful or scary moments does not always end when the event itself stops occurring. Our brain and body hold on to reminders of these times, which can have consequences for our work, relationships and overall well-being. Using Eye-movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) we will be able to work together to achieve healing of both the past and the present.
(716) 300-2563 View (716) 300-2563
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Alyssa Bennett
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14217
Waitlist for new clients
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?
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?
(716) 705-5795 View (716) 705-5795
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GC Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14223
We understand that taking the first step toward seeking help can be daunting. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about what lies ahead. Please know that you are not alone in this journey. Our compassionate and dedicated team of licensed therapists is here to support you every step of the way. At GC Counseling, we pride ourselves on offering specialized care tailored to the unique needs of each individual. Our dedicated team of therapists is experienced in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and trauma.
We understand that taking the first step toward seeking help can be daunting. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about what lies ahead. Please know that you are not alone in this journey. Our compassionate and dedicated team of licensed therapists is here to support you every step of the way. At GC Counseling, we pride ourselves on offering specialized care tailored to the unique needs of each individual. Our dedicated team of therapists is experienced in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and trauma.
(716) 321-2839 View (716) 321-2839
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Megan Kerr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14217
Going to therapy doesn’t have to be scary or uncomfortable. I am a licensed therapist with several years of experience helping individuals navigate the challenges of OCD, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and difficulty adjusting to life stressors. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your experiences, develop coping strategies, and work towards healing and recovery.
Going to therapy doesn’t have to be scary or uncomfortable. I am a licensed therapist with several years of experience helping individuals navigate the challenges of OCD, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and difficulty adjusting to life stressors. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your experiences, develop coping strategies, and work towards healing and recovery.
(716) 707-9065 View (716) 707-9065
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Stacey Schmieg
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14223
Seeking out help is a difficult thing to do, and I'm glad you made this important first step. I'm Stacey, a licensed mental health counselor that works with adolescents and adults. Many of the patients that I have worked with have struggled with symptoms of anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, emotional regulation difficulties, and mood disorders.
Seeking out help is a difficult thing to do, and I'm glad you made this important first step. I'm Stacey, a licensed mental health counselor that works with adolescents and adults. Many of the patients that I have worked with have struggled with symptoms of anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, emotional regulation difficulties, and mood disorders.
(716) 271-2693 View (716) 271-2693
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David V. Pew
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14217
Not accepting new clients
Have you often felt lately that life has seemed increasingly overwhelming? Perhaps that each day you are just trying to get through, hoping the next day will be better... but left feeling more and more discouraged as each day passes? Do you struggle identifying your emotions or communicating how you feel in your interpersonal relationships? In my experience, many individuals often know something needs to change, but are understandably unsure of how or where to begin seeking help. If you are interested in understanding yourself better and how past experiences may be influencing current dynamics in your life, please reach out to me!
Have you often felt lately that life has seemed increasingly overwhelming? Perhaps that each day you are just trying to get through, hoping the next day will be better... but left feeling more and more discouraged as each day passes? Do you struggle identifying your emotions or communicating how you feel in your interpersonal relationships? In my experience, many individuals often know something needs to change, but are understandably unsure of how or where to begin seeking help. If you are interested in understanding yourself better and how past experiences may be influencing current dynamics in your life, please reach out to me!
(716) 919-6333 View (716) 919-6333
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Amanda Flynn-Brown
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Kenmore, NY 14217
Not accepting new clients
I am currently at capacity, Life is a series of changes of which we are constantly challenged to accept & adapt. Loss, depression, anxiety or trauma complicate our lives & make what we must cope with harder. Therapy can assist you in the arduous journey of such acceptance & adjustment. I help my clients find practical solutions to the issues they face & together we find ways to change the patterns behind these issues. I invite clients to find healing from the past, become aware of the present moment & explore their world of future possibilities.
I am currently at capacity, Life is a series of changes of which we are constantly challenged to accept & adapt. Loss, depression, anxiety or trauma complicate our lives & make what we must cope with harder. Therapy can assist you in the arduous journey of such acceptance & adjustment. I help my clients find practical solutions to the issues they face & together we find ways to change the patterns behind these issues. I invite clients to find healing from the past, become aware of the present moment & explore their world of future possibilities.
(716) 257-4048 View (716) 257-4048

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