Female Therapists in Kenmore, NY

There are times when life seems overwhelming. Everything is confusing and frustrating and it feels like you’ll never be at peace: anxiety, depression, anger and self-doubt give way to issues in relationships, inability to fulfill responsibilities at work or home, and turning to unhealthy coping behaviors. Since you’re reading this, you want out of this endless cycle and to live differently. Maybe you want to be able to build healthier relationships with those around you. Do you want to be a better partner, parent or friend?

Are you seeking a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment to address your needs? It's time to pause, reflect, and discover your true needs and purpose. Therapy offers a transformative journey, providing relief from life's chaos and overwhelm. My role as a therapist is to guide you in reconnecting with your inner self, free from judgment, and to help you explore a balanced, integrated lifestyle. My aim is to support you through life's changes and equip you with lasting tools for personal growth. Life is too valuable to be burdened by unnecessary suffering.

I am a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in NY specializing in trauma, chronic illness, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I utilize both scientific-based and holistic approaches in my therapeutic work to be both integrative and individualistic with each client. My personal and professional experience has given me a deep understanding of what it means to lose control and how to help you navigate that challenging feeling. I know what it is like to not be able to do certain things and feel different from everyone else in the room. This has enabled me to connect and empathize with those who are often marginalized.

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.

Life doesn’t always lead us down the pathways we expected. Sometimes we find ourselves feeling lost, alone, and unsure of which way to turn. Anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD and other symptoms can feel smothering and overwhelming leaving us with a feeling of hopelessness and sense of loss of control. The things we experience as we grow and develop impact the way we view the world. Traumatic events and negative experiences can change the way we think and respond.

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.

In a world full of AI, sometimes you need to talk to a real person. We are so busy with work, scrolling, and trying to keep up with the news cycle. It can be exhausting. I help people who are used to being able to juggle all of it learn what they can set down and how to do it without feeling guilty. Some of my clients are moms, others are bosses (some are boss moms!). I work with athletes, artists, and entrepreneurs. The common thread between them all seems to be stress, anxiety, and exhaustion.

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.

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.

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.

Currently accepting new clients! I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York. I am certified 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 mental health counselor with a limited permit to practice in New York. I have additional training in grief and trauma-informed care and experience in several settings including a psychiatric and rehabilitation hospital, a Buffalo charter school, and agencies. My focus is with adults, families, and couples utilizing an eclectic therapeutic approach in order to successfully meet the needs of a plethora of different and unique presenting issues. I obtained my M.S. from Canisius College and B.A in psychology from Buffalo State University. I am also a member of the American Counseling Association.

If you are feeling disconnected and unhappy in your primary relationship it is possible to get "unstuck", to rekindle the connection you once felt and to feel hopeful about your future together. When working with couples, I use an Emotionally Focused Therapy approach, I honor each person, and work to cut through the negative interaction cycle. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.

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.

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.

While each therapeutic relationship is unique and utilizes techniques which are appropriate to the individual, my focus is drawn from cognitive therapy which identifies how our thoughts influence our feeling and a mindfulness based practice which includes meditation and allows us to identify our thoughts and feelings in the present moment. This is coupled with self-compassion training in order to allow us to make changes that are in our best long term interest and to do so with compassion and not judgement.

Do you feel overwhelmed? Are you burned out? Do you feel that you're giving everything you have to everyone else? I believe we all need more balance in our lives and therapy can be helpful in restoring that balance. We will identify the current stressors and work together on developing additional healthy coping skills. We can find what may be missing in your current lifestyle. I believe in an integrative and holistic approach because “one size does-not fit all.”

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.

Choosing the right therapist is critical to the success of your treatment, but it can be a daunting task. I understand and welcome you to call for a consultation before making a decision. Good treatment depends on a strong relationship founded on trust and respect and it is important that you feel at ease with whomever you work. I encourage an open and friendly rapport in the therapeutic relationship, appreciate its potential to alleviate stress, self-doubt, and anxiety, and hope to share with you its capacity to effect change both within yourself and in your relationships with others.