Multicultural Therapists in Lockport, NY
Throughout my career I have worked with DV, at risk youth, mentally ill, substance abuse, forensic mental health, court mandated clients in residential settings, OPMH clinics, treatment courts, NYS prisons & state operated psychiatric centers. I also have supervised the service delivery of several community based programs (SPOA, AOT, Hospital Diversion, Forensic Case Management, Crisis Services Coordination, Youth in Probation, Raise the Age & partnered w/ DSS to provide Behavioral Health/Recovery services to jointly served CPS clients). No matter the client, setting or issue I treat everyone with the the respect they deserve.
Throughout my career I have worked with DV, at risk youth, mentally ill, substance abuse, forensic mental health, court mandated clients in residential settings, OPMH clinics, treatment courts, NYS prisons & state operated psychiatric centers. I also have supervised the service delivery of several community based programs (SPOA, AOT, Hospital Diversion, Forensic Case Management, Crisis Services Coordination, Youth in Probation, Raise the Age & partnered w/ DSS to provide Behavioral Health/Recovery services to jointly served CPS clients). No matter the client, setting or issue I treat everyone with the the respect they deserve.
Chris specializes in working with teenagers and young adults coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship distress, and life transitions. If you are hard on yourself, struggle to connect with others, have a hard time coping with your distress, or are struggling to live your life the way that you want, Chris is here to help you with that.
Chris specializes in working with teenagers and young adults coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship distress, and life transitions. If you are hard on yourself, struggle to connect with others, have a hard time coping with your distress, or are struggling to live your life the way that you want, Chris is here to help you with that.
Hello Beautiful! Yes you! I believe every part of you is important & that you CAN find what you seek & achieve a balance. Sometimes we just need someone to listen. My ears are all yours! I strive to create a safe space for us to work together one step at a time, building a trusting relationship where we can explore your world, what you are experiencing & what you need. Together we will create a plan of treatment to help you achieve your goals! I have a varied & unique background of life experiences that I apply to my practice; & enjoy working with individuals from all walks of life.
Hello Beautiful! Yes you! I believe every part of you is important & that you CAN find what you seek & achieve a balance. Sometimes we just need someone to listen. My ears are all yours! I strive to create a safe space for us to work together one step at a time, building a trusting relationship where we can explore your world, what you are experiencing & what you need. Together we will create a plan of treatment to help you achieve your goals! I have a varied & unique background of life experiences that I apply to my practice; & enjoy working with individuals from all walks of life.
My clients come to me for a number of reasons, but one common theme throughout is a need for self-care and self-love. My job is to facilitate self-care and coping in a way that brings a client contentment and joy. I want clients to look forward to their sessions with me as a time to attend to their own emotional needs, learn, grow, and develop. They want a safe space with unconditional support to work through and - importantly - find feasible solutions to their unique problems. I am known for my blend of personalized, positive/strengths-based, creative, and feasible cognitive behavior therapies. (Check out my photos!)
My clients come to me for a number of reasons, but one common theme throughout is a need for self-care and self-love. My job is to facilitate self-care and coping in a way that brings a client contentment and joy. I want clients to look forward to their sessions with me as a time to attend to their own emotional needs, learn, grow, and develop. They want a safe space with unconditional support to work through and - importantly - find feasible solutions to their unique problems. I am known for my blend of personalized, positive/strengths-based, creative, and feasible cognitive behavior therapies. (Check out my photos!)
Do you struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors, Body image concerns, or Perfectionism? You do not have to continue a life of self-doubt and disconnection from the things you love. I can help you find ways to reconnect with your life, your loved ones, and yourself. Do you feel like you are not enough or feeling unfulfilled? You do not have to continue a life of self-doubt and disconnection from the things you love. I can help you find ways to reconnect with your life, your loved ones, and yourself.
Do you struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors, Body image concerns, or Perfectionism? You do not have to continue a life of self-doubt and disconnection from the things you love. I can help you find ways to reconnect with your life, your loved ones, and yourself. Do you feel like you are not enough or feeling unfulfilled? You do not have to continue a life of self-doubt and disconnection from the things you love. I can help you find ways to reconnect with your life, your loved ones, and yourself.
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All of us reach points in our lives when we feel overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck. It is easy sometimes to feel discouraged and alone. In those moments, we may lose our ability to feel joy, to see our strengths, to feel connection, and live to our full potential. This is when counseling can provide the safety and support we all need to confront our personal challenges and rediscover the beauty and resilience of our own hearts.
All of us reach points in our lives when we feel overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck. It is easy sometimes to feel discouraged and alone. In those moments, we may lose our ability to feel joy, to see our strengths, to feel connection, and live to our full potential. This is when counseling can provide the safety and support we all need to confront our personal challenges and rediscover the beauty and resilience of our own hearts.
I believe that each person holds within themselves everything they need to heal and grow in the ways they would like. I see the therapist's role as being one in which provides an environment of safety and care where the client can explore themselves authentically. It is through this authentic exploration, that the therapist can help the client discover how patterns and ways of being are keeping the client stuck and resulting in suffering. By bringing into awareness these aspects, the client and therapist can then work collaboratively to release the pain and explore new ways of being.
I believe that each person holds within themselves everything they need to heal and grow in the ways they would like. I see the therapist's role as being one in which provides an environment of safety and care where the client can explore themselves authentically. It is through this authentic exploration, that the therapist can help the client discover how patterns and ways of being are keeping the client stuck and resulting in suffering. By bringing into awareness these aspects, the client and therapist can then work collaboratively to release the pain and explore new ways of being.
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Danielle Sands
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MA, EdM
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14614 (Online Only)
Ready to make this next move? Awesome! Let's Go! Where is the Hope? Here and Now, is Hope and Faith that you will gain confidence managing your mental health and find more life satisfaction! My Style: Warm, Empowering, Team Work. We will utilize a powerful integrative approach that combines talk therapy, CBT, skill building and other evidence-based therapy models. For Client's of Color, I can also offer a rare specialization in Multicultural Therapy from Columbia University's Graduate Counseling Psychology Program where I was trained by pioneers in the field of Multicultural Psychology.
Ready to make this next move? Awesome! Let's Go! Where is the Hope? Here and Now, is Hope and Faith that you will gain confidence managing your mental health and find more life satisfaction! My Style: Warm, Empowering, Team Work. We will utilize a powerful integrative approach that combines talk therapy, CBT, skill building and other evidence-based therapy models. For Client's of Color, I can also offer a rare specialization in Multicultural Therapy from Columbia University's Graduate Counseling Psychology Program where I was trained by pioneers in the field of Multicultural Psychology.
Nuevos Horizontes Therapy, LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14615 (Online Only)
Welcome. I am Multicultural Therapist. Hablo Espanol!
Welcome. I am Multicultural Therapist. Hablo Espanol!
To address my client's concerns, I draw from a range of modalities including cognitive behavioral approach, solution focused and mindfulness based therapy, as well as multicultural counseling and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
Hi! My name is Miriam Azaunce and I am a New York State licensed psychologist who has more than 30 years of experience providing compassionate, culturally sensitive, client-centered treatment to persons 18 years and over. Via telehealth, I utilize evidence-based best practices to treat individuals with wide ranging emotional and mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress related to health/family/relationship challenges.
To address my client's concerns, I draw from a range of modalities including cognitive behavioral approach, solution focused and mindfulness based therapy, as well as multicultural counseling and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
Hi! My name is Miriam Azaunce and I am a New York State licensed psychologist who has more than 30 years of experience providing compassionate, culturally sensitive, client-centered treatment to persons 18 years and over. Via telehealth, I utilize evidence-based best practices to treat individuals with wide ranging emotional and mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress related to health/family/relationship challenges.
Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
East Amherst, NY 14051 (Online Only)
I am especially passionate about working with clients from culturally diverse backgrounds, and providing linguistically sensitive, culturally appropriate, and multicultural focused treatments tailored to your needs.
Hello. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State with approximately twenty plus years of experience in working with multicultural individuals dealing with wide range of challenges. I am passionate about helping others become the best version of who they are meant to be. I specialize in working with adolescents (age 10-19), and adults. I work with individuals, couples and families focusing on mending relationships, stress, anxiety, and depression. I believe every individual is unique, so I tailor my person-centered approach from a variety of modalities, including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Holistic approach.
I am especially passionate about working with clients from culturally diverse backgrounds, and providing linguistically sensitive, culturally appropriate, and multicultural focused treatments tailored to your needs.
Hello. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State with approximately twenty plus years of experience in working with multicultural individuals dealing with wide range of challenges. I am passionate about helping others become the best version of who they are meant to be. I specialize in working with adolescents (age 10-19), and adults. I work with individuals, couples and families focusing on mending relationships, stress, anxiety, and depression. I believe every individual is unique, so I tailor my person-centered approach from a variety of modalities, including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Holistic approach.
Hello! I’m happy to hear that you are here and taking the first step to begin/continue your journey of personal growth and healing. Life is a journey; sometimes you can travel alone, but there are times when you could use someone to walk with you along that journey and help you reach your goals. As your multicultural competent therapist, I am here to support, empower, and guide you towards that more positive + joyful life experience. I work with clients who are looking to take a deeper look at emotional and behavioral patterns, better understand their emotional needs, and build emotional resilience to create a meaningful life.
Hello! I’m happy to hear that you are here and taking the first step to begin/continue your journey of personal growth and healing. Life is a journey; sometimes you can travel alone, but there are times when you could use someone to walk with you along that journey and help you reach your goals. As your multicultural competent therapist, I am here to support, empower, and guide you towards that more positive + joyful life experience. I work with clients who are looking to take a deeper look at emotional and behavioral patterns, better understand their emotional needs, and build emotional resilience to create a meaningful life.
As a queer and nonbinary individual, I am passionate about working with and advocating for the queer and neurodiverse communities. I strive to provide my clients a safe, sensory-friendly, and creative space to work through life’s challenges with a provider with whom they know has shared experiences and extensive experience in providing affirming care. I also have advanced training in systemic oppression and multicultural therapy, and provide gender-affirming services like letters of recommendation for HRT and gender affirming surgeries.
As a queer and nonbinary individual, I am passionate about working with and advocating for the queer and neurodiverse communities. I strive to provide my clients a safe, sensory-friendly, and creative space to work through life’s challenges with a provider with whom they know has shared experiences and extensive experience in providing affirming care. I also have advanced training in systemic oppression and multicultural therapy, and provide gender-affirming services like letters of recommendation for HRT and gender affirming surgeries.
Renew Hope and Healing - Henrietta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, PsyD, PhD, LCMH, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14623
Immediate Openings! Get scheduled in 7 days. Most insurances accepted. We have over 60 clinicians with all different specialities so we are confident that we can find the right fit for you! "I have been referring patients to Jeff Young for more than a decade. He is professional, caring, and insightful. Patients comment back to me how much their time with Jeff has been both helpful and healing. He is a gifted therapist!" - Michael Brennan, Doctor Nurse Practitioner (DNP)
Immediate Openings! Get scheduled in 7 days. Most insurances accepted. We have over 60 clinicians with all different specialities so we are confident that we can find the right fit for you! "I have been referring patients to Jeff Young for more than a decade. He is professional, caring, and insightful. Patients comment back to me how much their time with Jeff has been both helpful and healing. He is a gifted therapist!" - Michael Brennan, Doctor Nurse Practitioner (DNP)
Want to go deeper than talk therapy? Do you stay busy to avoid feeling? LGBTQIA+? Experiencing a transition or loss? Do you have anxiety about the world? As a queer trauma therapist, it is my great joy to guide you in a different kind of therapy, one that works at the level of the body, not just the intellect. I hold the view that we can find greater inner peace and growth when we have the courage to examine and accept difficult emotions instead of trying to "fix" or numb them. In order to process the painful feelings, I will first help you learn how to experience ease and enjoyment in your body, sensations that trauma can disrupt.
Want to go deeper than talk therapy? Do you stay busy to avoid feeling? LGBTQIA+? Experiencing a transition or loss? Do you have anxiety about the world? As a queer trauma therapist, it is my great joy to guide you in a different kind of therapy, one that works at the level of the body, not just the intellect. I hold the view that we can find greater inner peace and growth when we have the courage to examine and accept difficult emotions instead of trying to "fix" or numb them. In order to process the painful feelings, I will first help you learn how to experience ease and enjoyment in your body, sensations that trauma can disrupt.
Kokoro Psychology, PLLC - Drs. Hama & LaLonde
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Buffalo, NY 14213 (Online Only)
We specialize in Interpersonal Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, College and Work adjustment, ASD/ADHD, identity-related (race, sexual) concerns, and emotion-focused work. As we navigate the complex landscapes of our hearts and relationships, our clients come to therapy for a variety of reasons, such as feeling lost, isolated, stuck, or overwhelming sense of pressure. Some might be recently diagnosed with anxiety and would not know quite where to begin. Kokoro’s compassionate attention and care seek to provide our clients a safe space to reflect, explore, and invest in themselves and relationships. We're here for you, and your goals.
We specialize in Interpersonal Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, College and Work adjustment, ASD/ADHD, identity-related (race, sexual) concerns, and emotion-focused work. As we navigate the complex landscapes of our hearts and relationships, our clients come to therapy for a variety of reasons, such as feeling lost, isolated, stuck, or overwhelming sense of pressure. Some might be recently diagnosed with anxiety and would not know quite where to begin. Kokoro’s compassionate attention and care seek to provide our clients a safe space to reflect, explore, and invest in themselves and relationships. We're here for you, and your goals.
Sharee Gunner
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
West Henrietta, NY 14586 (Online Only)
Anxiety taking over? Depression not far behind? Well, I'm so glad you are here. This is definitely the first step in your emotional wellness journey. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York with 16 years of experience supporting individuals with life's challenges. I have experience with evaluating, treatment planning, individual therapy and group therapy. I enjoy working with individuals from different backgrounds with a variety of challenges, including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma and life transitions.
Anxiety taking over? Depression not far behind? Well, I'm so glad you are here. This is definitely the first step in your emotional wellness journey. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York with 16 years of experience supporting individuals with life's challenges. I have experience with evaluating, treatment planning, individual therapy and group therapy. I enjoy working with individuals from different backgrounds with a variety of challenges, including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma and life transitions.
Jasmine Thorpe
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buffalo, NY 14209
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Being human comes with complexities of great loss, love, curiosities and questions. We may reach a point in their experience where they feel like they are not living as their best and most authentic self. This can leave some feeling depressed, anxious, angry and fearful. As well as having ruminating thoughts, social withdrawal and being overwhelmed by it all. While working alongside a therapist, I believe that you can create a healthier and deeper understanding of the self, learn/practice communication skills, and process trauma to navigate and gain depth and perspective on the complexities of life.
Being human comes with complexities of great loss, love, curiosities and questions. We may reach a point in their experience where they feel like they are not living as their best and most authentic self. This can leave some feeling depressed, anxious, angry and fearful. As well as having ruminating thoughts, social withdrawal and being overwhelmed by it all. While working alongside a therapist, I believe that you can create a healthier and deeper understanding of the self, learn/practice communication skills, and process trauma to navigate and gain depth and perspective on the complexities of life.
Are you struggling with everyday life stressors? Perhaps you have anxiety, depression, or just not feeling like your usual self. Do you have racing thoughts, loss of sleep, lack of motivation? Maybe you are telling yourself "life has been more overwhelming than usual, I just want things to be different." You might say you are ok but you feel like you are wearing a mask, and you have a hard time functioning. Are your relationships suffering? Are you feeling like you don't want to get out of bed or go to work? Lost that spiritual connection? Maybe, you want to learn healthier ways to cope. Today you take back your life!
Are you struggling with everyday life stressors? Perhaps you have anxiety, depression, or just not feeling like your usual self. Do you have racing thoughts, loss of sleep, lack of motivation? Maybe you are telling yourself "life has been more overwhelming than usual, I just want things to be different." You might say you are ok but you feel like you are wearing a mask, and you have a hard time functioning. Are your relationships suffering? Are you feeling like you don't want to get out of bed or go to work? Lost that spiritual connection? Maybe, you want to learn healthier ways to cope. Today you take back your life!
The difficulties of life grip us in ways both obvious and unseen. Life has a way of happening at inconvenient times and counseling can assist in navigating the emotional difficulties and consequences with someone who is non-judgmental and supportive. I strive to view the world through your lens while helping you recognize your strengths and build resiliency through proven techniques so that you can lead a successful and comfortable life. I hope to have the opportunity to support you through this difficult time.
The difficulties of life grip us in ways both obvious and unseen. Life has a way of happening at inconvenient times and counseling can assist in navigating the emotional difficulties and consequences with someone who is non-judgmental and supportive. I strive to view the world through your lens while helping you recognize your strengths and build resiliency through proven techniques so that you can lead a successful and comfortable life. I hope to have the opportunity to support you through this difficult time.
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What type of therapy is multicultural therapy?
Multicultural therapy is not tied to any specific therapy; rather, it is an overarching approach to therapy that aims to acknowledge and address the influence that factors like race, gender identity, and cultural background can have on someone’s life. Multicultural approaches can be applied to CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and others, and can be practiced with individuals, couples, families, or groups.
What can I expect from multicultural therapy?
Multicultural counseling should be tailored to the client’s unique identity and cultural needs. Such approaches often prioritize the building of trust so that the client feels comfortable exploring various aspects of their identity and any challenges caused by mismatches between their identity and the dominant culture. Beyond that, the format and timeline of therapy will be heavily influenced by the therapist’s preferred therapy approach and the specific problems for which the client sought therapy.
Can multicultural therapy help treat trauma?
Yes. Cultural factors such as racial background, gender identity and or sexuality, and immigration or refugee status can influence both whether someone experiences trauma and how they cope afterward. Multicultural approaches to trauma-informed care will be aware of these influences, helping the client recognize how their response to trauma may be shaped by their cultural background and identify coping mechanisms that take their identity into account.
What are the benefits of seeing a multicultural therapist?
Members of minority groups who seek therapy are sometimes frustrated by providers who don’t understand their cultural background or dismiss the ways in which race, gender, or other facets of their identity influence their lived experience. Seeing a multicultural therapist can help these clients feel seen, understood, and able to develop solutions to life challenges that take their upbringing, beliefs, and past experiences into account.