Female Therapists in Penfield, NY
Do you feel lost, alone or unmotivated? Are you feeling stuck? Perhaps overwhelmed and disconnected? Like you are just surviving? Life doesn't always turn out the way we planned or envisioned for ourselves. Sometimes we go down paths or take turns that we did not expect. This can bring on a range of emotions that we are not prepared for. This is normal, and you are not alone. My goal is to provide a safe space to process these feelings, find balance and manage the stressors that arise in life.
Do you feel lost, alone or unmotivated? Are you feeling stuck? Perhaps overwhelmed and disconnected? Like you are just surviving? Life doesn't always turn out the way we planned or envisioned for ourselves. Sometimes we go down paths or take turns that we did not expect. This can bring on a range of emotions that we are not prepared for. This is normal, and you are not alone. My goal is to provide a safe space to process these feelings, find balance and manage the stressors that arise in life.
Gayle Alesi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Penfield, NY 14526
Waitlist for new clients
With over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my passion has always been to support and empower my clients in effectively dealing with life's challenges. I am committed to identifying and enhancing personal strengths and guiding each individual toward growth whether they are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, grief, or relationship issues. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, solution focused and strength based.
With over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my passion has always been to support and empower my clients in effectively dealing with life's challenges. I am committed to identifying and enhancing personal strengths and guiding each individual toward growth whether they are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, grief, or relationship issues. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, solution focused and strength based.
We cannot underestimate the burden and stress we are currently under due to living through a pandemic. Many of us are seeking extra support as we navigate through these unprecedented times. Whether you're seeking to find freedom or healing from your past or simply trying to get through present day stress, I am hear to listen, empathize, and work collaboratively alongside you. I specialize in working with women, overburdened moms, and emerging adults. ** I am offering Telehealth sessions throughout New York state and in person session in the Rochester NY area.**
We cannot underestimate the burden and stress we are currently under due to living through a pandemic. Many of us are seeking extra support as we navigate through these unprecedented times. Whether you're seeking to find freedom or healing from your past or simply trying to get through present day stress, I am hear to listen, empathize, and work collaboratively alongside you. I specialize in working with women, overburdened moms, and emerging adults. ** I am offering Telehealth sessions throughout New York state and in person session in the Rochester NY area.**
I am Now offering Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy.
I am Now offering Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy.
I primarily work with children and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, school avoidance, and sports performance challenges. I also provide parenting strategies and techniques through parent-only sessions. I have 2 years of experience working as a mental health counselor, and I have worked for almost a decade supporting children, adolescents and their caregivers as a sports coach, behavior technician, and nanny. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment for emotions and thoughts to be explored by children, adolescents and their parents and/or guardians.
I primarily work with children and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, school avoidance, and sports performance challenges. I also provide parenting strategies and techniques through parent-only sessions. I have 2 years of experience working as a mental health counselor, and I have worked for almost a decade supporting children, adolescents and their caregivers as a sports coach, behavior technician, and nanny. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment for emotions and thoughts to be explored by children, adolescents and their parents and/or guardians.
Margaret Lane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Penfield, NY 14526 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome to anyone seeking ways to stop negative self-talk, decrease anxiety, fear, irrational thinking, and ways to calm challenges you may face. With over twenty years of clinical experience I have found that each individual has within themselves the resources and ability to become whom they wish to be and to improve their satisfaction in life. As your therapist, I join with you to identify patterns of thought and behavior that are no longer effective and assist in guiding you in discovering new, more rewarding ways of relating and connecting with others; assisting you in your journey of reaching personal and professional goals.
Welcome to anyone seeking ways to stop negative self-talk, decrease anxiety, fear, irrational thinking, and ways to calm challenges you may face. With over twenty years of clinical experience I have found that each individual has within themselves the resources and ability to become whom they wish to be and to improve their satisfaction in life. As your therapist, I join with you to identify patterns of thought and behavior that are no longer effective and assist in guiding you in discovering new, more rewarding ways of relating and connecting with others; assisting you in your journey of reaching personal and professional goals.
Do you feel anxious or depressed? Are you experiencing life stressors, loss, conflict, change, illness or trauma? When this happens, and coping skills break down, life quickly unravels. Compassion, empathy and ability, paired with a therapist who can guide you to healing, can really help you feel better and improve your quality of life. That person is me, and I am honored to walk along with you on the path to healing. Rarely is a single approach right for healing, growth and change. Rather, I believe in an eclectic approach to ensure one's desired goals for treatment are met.
Do you feel anxious or depressed? Are you experiencing life stressors, loss, conflict, change, illness or trauma? When this happens, and coping skills break down, life quickly unravels. Compassion, empathy and ability, paired with a therapist who can guide you to healing, can really help you feel better and improve your quality of life. That person is me, and I am honored to walk along with you on the path to healing. Rarely is a single approach right for healing, growth and change. Rather, I believe in an eclectic approach to ensure one's desired goals for treatment are met.
Finding the right therapist is important and seeking help is a courageous step. You want a person with experience, who you can trust and feel comfortable with. You hope to be met with respect and genuineness as you resolve concerns such as sadness, stress, anxiety, relationship problems, or wanting to focus on self-improvement. I offer a therapeutic environment of respectful challenge, acceptance, curiosity, and joy. My approach to therapy is "integrative." This means that I utilize skills from several types of therapy to find the approach that is the best fit for your needs and your strengths.
Finding the right therapist is important and seeking help is a courageous step. You want a person with experience, who you can trust and feel comfortable with. You hope to be met with respect and genuineness as you resolve concerns such as sadness, stress, anxiety, relationship problems, or wanting to focus on self-improvement. I offer a therapeutic environment of respectful challenge, acceptance, curiosity, and joy. My approach to therapy is "integrative." This means that I utilize skills from several types of therapy to find the approach that is the best fit for your needs and your strengths.
Welcome! I'm Erin Thompson, a licensed therapist with over a decade of experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges. My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and personal growth, using evidence-based techniques to guide you toward healing and self-discovery. I believe that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life, and my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.
Welcome! I'm Erin Thompson, a licensed therapist with over a decade of experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges. My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and personal growth, using evidence-based techniques to guide you toward healing and self-discovery. I believe that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life, and my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.
Feeling overwhelmed is an understatement and discouragement is all too familiar. Life is hard! Your relationship is falling apart and you have no idea where to begin to keep it from crumbling to pieces. You just wish your spouse would change. You wish they would just accept you for who you are. If only they listened to you and loved you like you need them to. The hamster wheel keeps turning and the same conflicts keep surfacing. You've tried over and over again to change but you just end up right where you started. Will it ever get better?
Feeling overwhelmed is an understatement and discouragement is all too familiar. Life is hard! Your relationship is falling apart and you have no idea where to begin to keep it from crumbling to pieces. You just wish your spouse would change. You wish they would just accept you for who you are. If only they listened to you and loved you like you need them to. The hamster wheel keeps turning and the same conflicts keep surfacing. You've tried over and over again to change but you just end up right where you started. Will it ever get better?
What are you looking for? What is happening that causes you to search for a therapist? Are you struggling to find happiness? What would things look like if things were just the way you want then? How would it feel if this changed? Close your eyes. Take a breath. Picture this change happening. Feel your body right now. Listen. What is your body saying right now? If it says something that you want to listen to. Call me. We can talk just for 10-15 minutes. You can find even 10 minutes to see if Yoga Therapy might be right for you. What do you have to lose? It's a big decision to start a new journey.
What are you looking for? What is happening that causes you to search for a therapist? Are you struggling to find happiness? What would things look like if things were just the way you want then? How would it feel if this changed? Close your eyes. Take a breath. Picture this change happening. Feel your body right now. Listen. What is your body saying right now? If it says something that you want to listen to. Call me. We can talk just for 10-15 minutes. You can find even 10 minutes to see if Yoga Therapy might be right for you. What do you have to lose? It's a big decision to start a new journey.
Hi, my name is Cacilda Pinto and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My clients describe me as compassionate, understanding, and insightful. I specialize in working with people who feel overwhelmed and unappreciated. I am passionate about leading them through their healing and growth. I help working professionals who feel stuck on the job or held back by how their brain functions, and people with challenging relationships. My clients include people with attention deficit disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression.
Hi, my name is Cacilda Pinto and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My clients describe me as compassionate, understanding, and insightful. I specialize in working with people who feel overwhelmed and unappreciated. I am passionate about leading them through their healing and growth. I help working professionals who feel stuck on the job or held back by how their brain functions, and people with challenging relationships. My clients include people with attention deficit disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression.
Engaging in therapy is a vulnerable and sometimes scary process. I specialize in working with couples in a committed relationship. Working on relationships I often find the thing that brings couples together initially, gets lost after the "honeymoon" period is over. It is easy to get complacent with all of life's stressors. Being a strength-based therapist, I believe that anything is possible if both people are willing to work. And to be honest, therapy is work! I view my clients as the experts in their life and work together with them to create positive change.
Engaging in therapy is a vulnerable and sometimes scary process. I specialize in working with couples in a committed relationship. Working on relationships I often find the thing that brings couples together initially, gets lost after the "honeymoon" period is over. It is easy to get complacent with all of life's stressors. Being a strength-based therapist, I believe that anything is possible if both people are willing to work. And to be honest, therapy is work! I view my clients as the experts in their life and work together with them to create positive change.
Nicole Lambert
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Penfield, NY 14526
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I specialize in body image, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, and athletes. I am extremely passionate about helping others strengthen their relationship with themselves, their body, and food. My aim is to help others reconnect with themselves and their intuition to live fully & wholly within their body. My hope for you is that you learn to access your intuition, and develop self-compassion and self-acceptance with the parts of you that are vulnerable, raw, and unedited. I believe that everyone deserves to recognize and believe in their own value.
Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I specialize in body image, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, and athletes. I am extremely passionate about helping others strengthen their relationship with themselves, their body, and food. My aim is to help others reconnect with themselves and their intuition to live fully & wholly within their body. My hope for you is that you learn to access your intuition, and develop self-compassion and self-acceptance with the parts of you that are vulnerable, raw, and unedited. I believe that everyone deserves to recognize and believe in their own value.
Reaching out for professional support when life becomes difficult to manage is a sign of strength and hope. I can help you (or your loved one) discover a peaceful approach to life's challenges by facing them together with gentleness, bravery, and self-awareness. When you visit my office, you will experience a warm, accepting, and genuine approach to psychotherapy that is firmly grounded in evidence-based practices. I will thoughtfully and respectfully attend to your individual needs and help you discover the strength within yourself to progress in the direction you choose.
Reaching out for professional support when life becomes difficult to manage is a sign of strength and hope. I can help you (or your loved one) discover a peaceful approach to life's challenges by facing them together with gentleness, bravery, and self-awareness. When you visit my office, you will experience a warm, accepting, and genuine approach to psychotherapy that is firmly grounded in evidence-based practices. I will thoughtfully and respectfully attend to your individual needs and help you discover the strength within yourself to progress in the direction you choose.
Do you worry about how you handle stress? Do you worry that you aren't feeling your best? Do you worry about your children and how they are coping? I have been working with people of all ages for 20 years. I specialized in treating anxiety, trauma, and anger management. My work with adults focuses on helping you make necessary changes so that you can move forward in reaching your goals. My work with children focuses on building creativity, confidence, and providing tools for coping with stress and overwhelming emotions.
Do you worry about how you handle stress? Do you worry that you aren't feeling your best? Do you worry about your children and how they are coping? I have been working with people of all ages for 20 years. I specialized in treating anxiety, trauma, and anger management. My work with adults focuses on helping you make necessary changes so that you can move forward in reaching your goals. My work with children focuses on building creativity, confidence, and providing tools for coping with stress and overwhelming emotions.
Krista Marie Gascon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Penfield, NY 14526
Not accepting new clients
With 12+ years of experience in the field, I am honored that you are considering me as your therapist. Good for you for taking the first step in searching for a therapist. Life can be challenging and quite often, unexpected, and it’s important and helpful you have someone to walk with you through whatever life may throw at you.
With 12+ years of experience in the field, I am honored that you are considering me as your therapist. Good for you for taking the first step in searching for a therapist. Life can be challenging and quite often, unexpected, and it’s important and helpful you have someone to walk with you through whatever life may throw at you.
Nancy McQueen Mooney
Counselor, MS Ed, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Penfield, NY 14526 (Online Only)
Hi! Are you looking for the right therapist? Maybe you have a struggling teen? Puberty, anxiety , depression and other adolescent issues can leave a parent feeling very frustrated. Or maybe you’re a young adult with “what’s next” questions. Or as an adult, perhaps feeling sad. I’m a licensed Mental Health Counselor and was a School Counselor with 30+ years. I provide counseling through motivation, coaching, problem solving and forming goals together. My approach is eclectic, based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy infused with energy work including EFT Tapping, breath work, manifesting through positive thought and mindfulness.
Hi! Are you looking for the right therapist? Maybe you have a struggling teen? Puberty, anxiety , depression and other adolescent issues can leave a parent feeling very frustrated. Or maybe you’re a young adult with “what’s next” questions. Or as an adult, perhaps feeling sad. I’m a licensed Mental Health Counselor and was a School Counselor with 30+ years. I provide counseling through motivation, coaching, problem solving and forming goals together. My approach is eclectic, based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy infused with energy work including EFT Tapping, breath work, manifesting through positive thought and mindfulness.
Rachel Zielinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Penfield, NY 14526
Life's challenges and anxieties can be overwhelming at times. These experiences have a profound effect on how you view yourself, your life, how you get along with others and your perception of your capabilities. I am a holistic psychotherapist who promotes a safe and supportive place to do personal growth and recovery work. I will help you to develop and achieve your goals. I specialize in helping young women 16+ address problems related to anxiety, panic, depression, interpersonal trauma, and relationships.
Life's challenges and anxieties can be overwhelming at times. These experiences have a profound effect on how you view yourself, your life, how you get along with others and your perception of your capabilities. I am a holistic psychotherapist who promotes a safe and supportive place to do personal growth and recovery work. I will help you to develop and achieve your goals. I specialize in helping young women 16+ address problems related to anxiety, panic, depression, interpersonal trauma, and relationships.
Life as you know it has changed. Whether it be suddenly or over time, everything that once was is no longer. You may be asking yourself; why me, how did this happen, am I the only one who feels this way, what, if anything could I do different, or can I actually feel better? Maybe you are telling yourself; I am all alone in this, no one will understand how I feel, I don't know where to begin and cannot imagine getting past all this. The feelings of sadness, anger, confusion, frustration or being scared are overwhelming. You're just trying to make sense of it all. It is a huge step to seek out support but you are here and not alone.
Life as you know it has changed. Whether it be suddenly or over time, everything that once was is no longer. You may be asking yourself; why me, how did this happen, am I the only one who feels this way, what, if anything could I do different, or can I actually feel better? Maybe you are telling yourself; I am all alone in this, no one will understand how I feel, I don't know where to begin and cannot imagine getting past all this. The feelings of sadness, anger, confusion, frustration or being scared are overwhelming. You're just trying to make sense of it all. It is a huge step to seek out support but you are here and not alone.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.