Female Therapists in Rochester, NY
![Photo of Sara Adams, LCSW-R, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/43d9ee9d-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I'm not currently accepting new clients; however, I'm happy to refer to another clinician with openings at my trauma-focused group practice, Sustainable Wellness. I believe we all have the potential to better ourselves, and that growth occurs while exploring the root causes of issues - not just treating symptoms. I have a holistic approach, treating the entire person rather than a disorder or specific hardship. I view my clients as experts on their own lives and my role as the facilitator of change. I help address my clients' struggles while, equally importantly, maintaining areas of strength.
I'm not currently accepting new clients; however, I'm happy to refer to another clinician with openings at my trauma-focused group practice, Sustainable Wellness. I believe we all have the potential to better ourselves, and that growth occurs while exploring the root causes of issues - not just treating symptoms. I have a holistic approach, treating the entire person rather than a disorder or specific hardship. I view my clients as experts on their own lives and my role as the facilitator of change. I help address my clients' struggles while, equally importantly, maintaining areas of strength.
![Photo of Erin Goodness, LCSW-R, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4c09417f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Erin Goodness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14607 (Online Only)
In my practice, I value the importance of creating a warm and welcoming space in order to develop a therapeutic relationship with the clients that I work with built on trust, safety, and compassion. I believe that getting to know yourself takes courage and strength, which provides an opportunity for healing and growth. I have a passion for and specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), trauma, as well as perinatal (pregnancy and postpartum) mental health.
In my practice, I value the importance of creating a warm and welcoming space in order to develop a therapeutic relationship with the clients that I work with built on trust, safety, and compassion. I believe that getting to know yourself takes courage and strength, which provides an opportunity for healing and growth. I have a passion for and specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), trauma, as well as perinatal (pregnancy and postpartum) mental health.
![Photo of Kodie Sears, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bb0c0995-b7b7-40bd-9276-85adae68333a/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you finding yourself in a pattern of repetitive behaviors that often interfere with your relationships/self-esteem? This may look like: relationships characterized by high conflict or codependency; periods of intense self-shaming/negative self-talk; emotional reactivity; or may show up as self-harming behaviors. If you are looking to receive non-judgmental care focused on building self-esteem and improving emotional regulation, you are in the right place! I have experience working specifically with young adults 18-35, the LGBTQ+ community and those diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder or PTSD.
Are you finding yourself in a pattern of repetitive behaviors that often interfere with your relationships/self-esteem? This may look like: relationships characterized by high conflict or codependency; periods of intense self-shaming/negative self-talk; emotional reactivity; or may show up as self-harming behaviors. If you are looking to receive non-judgmental care focused on building self-esteem and improving emotional regulation, you are in the right place! I have experience working specifically with young adults 18-35, the LGBTQ+ community and those diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder or PTSD.
![Photo of Relationship And Trauma Therapist Sarah Nunes, NIC, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a41492dc-29af-4f0d-a862-f3272c373021/1/320x400.jpeg)
Relationship And Trauma Therapist Sarah Nunes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, NIC, LMSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14605 (Online Only)
My practice focuses on relationships, attachment, and trauma. I work with individuals and couples who feel disconnected, unheard, and are struggling. I’m excellent at navigating complexity and co-creating a safer space with you to unpack painful experiences and overwhelming emotions while being compassionate, direct, and offering insight. I focus on looking for patterns in the past that are continuing to show up in the present that impact your relationships.
My practice focuses on relationships, attachment, and trauma. I work with individuals and couples who feel disconnected, unheard, and are struggling. I’m excellent at navigating complexity and co-creating a safer space with you to unpack painful experiences and overwhelming emotions while being compassionate, direct, and offering insight. I focus on looking for patterns in the past that are continuing to show up in the present that impact your relationships.
![Photo of Denise Eshenaur, LCSW-R, DipACLM, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f8eb7aab-5cbf-427d-9d13-f044a1bd43cf/1/320x400.jpeg)
Denise Eshenaur
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, DipACLM
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14607
Anxiety, depression, trauma, or even just being in a 'funk'; at some point in life, we all feel stuck. Sometimes we know we need to do things like manage stress, eat well, get better sleep and cultivate supportive relationships, but it's hard to find the way out. To address this, we'll dive into historical responses to the world around us and their relationship to all aspects of self-care. This will help us generate practical solutions specific to your life. Let's work together to find your path to becoming un-stuck.
Anxiety, depression, trauma, or even just being in a 'funk'; at some point in life, we all feel stuck. Sometimes we know we need to do things like manage stress, eat well, get better sleep and cultivate supportive relationships, but it's hard to find the way out. To address this, we'll dive into historical responses to the world around us and their relationship to all aspects of self-care. This will help us generate practical solutions specific to your life. Let's work together to find your path to becoming un-stuck.
![Photo of Leia Jones, LCSW-R, CIMHP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bac48217-f83d-4061-bd79-4d721831c5f6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Leia Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618
Welcome to my practice. As a dedicated psychotherapist of 12 years, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate and effective support for individuals navigating the challenges of anxiety, trauma, and depression. My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and a profound respect for the unique experiences of each client.
Welcome to my practice. As a dedicated psychotherapist of 12 years, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate and effective support for individuals navigating the challenges of anxiety, trauma, and depression. My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and a profound respect for the unique experiences of each client.
![Photo of Annalise Masten-Muniz, LMHC, CASAC, MA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/76084c72-d8fb-4102-b8f7-2bd48af28aab/1/320x400.jpeg)
Annalise Masten-Muniz
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14623 (Online Only)
Hello. I am happy you found your way here. I help treat a variety of mental health concerns. I specialize in working with college students, the LGBTQ+ community, transgender and non-binary clients, trauma, boundary setting, substance use disorders, and relationship concerns. If you struggle with identity, self-esteem, and stress I am here to help you with your healing journey; where ever you might be in it.
Hello. I am happy you found your way here. I help treat a variety of mental health concerns. I specialize in working with college students, the LGBTQ+ community, transgender and non-binary clients, trauma, boundary setting, substance use disorders, and relationship concerns. If you struggle with identity, self-esteem, and stress I am here to help you with your healing journey; where ever you might be in it.
![Photo of Nicole Benedict, LCAT, Art Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cfd77a08-6190-488b-be78-b39f365d70d5/3/320x400.jpeg)
Life has a way of throwing challenges at us when we least expect it. At times we can easily overcome the barriers but for the other times we may need to reach out for support. Therapy can offer a safe, non-judgmental place to help us decrease emotional stress, better understand our past, and help us to develop tools to move forward. I'm a licensed Creative Arts Therapist with 6 years of clinical experience and specialize in the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety and stress, LGBTQIA+ issues, identity and self-exploration. I strive to be genuine, developing positive relationships so I can be a partner in your healing process.
Life has a way of throwing challenges at us when we least expect it. At times we can easily overcome the barriers but for the other times we may need to reach out for support. Therapy can offer a safe, non-judgmental place to help us decrease emotional stress, better understand our past, and help us to develop tools to move forward. I'm a licensed Creative Arts Therapist with 6 years of clinical experience and specialize in the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety and stress, LGBTQIA+ issues, identity and self-exploration. I strive to be genuine, developing positive relationships so I can be a partner in your healing process.
![Photo of Lisa van Leeuwen, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3fd5d926-9409-4618-8b99-06e370a6b1d6/1/320x400.png)
Lisa van Leeuwen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14607
I'm passionate about providing a safe and therapeutic space for those who have experienced childhood, sexual, race or gender based, or combat-related trauma. I'm trained in trauma-informed mental health care and developed my therapeutic approach working with a diverse population of individuals and families. I'm deeply sensitive to racial, cultural, occupational, economic, and social justice-related influences on how we experience and heal from trauma.
I'm passionate about providing a safe and therapeutic space for those who have experienced childhood, sexual, race or gender based, or combat-related trauma. I'm trained in trauma-informed mental health care and developed my therapeutic approach working with a diverse population of individuals and families. I'm deeply sensitive to racial, cultural, occupational, economic, and social justice-related influences on how we experience and heal from trauma.
![Photo of Kara F Cross, MSW, LMSW, RYT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/eba60320-ab2b-4d8f-90f4-4d9b34f1a881/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kara F Cross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14619 (Online Only)
Therapy is a wonderful space to build resilience. Through cultivating awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and sensations, we can break unwanted patterns of avoidance, reactivity, or shutting down. Through replacing judgment with mindfulness and self-criticism with self-compassion, we gain a greater sense of agency. Through understanding ourselves within our biological, social, and historical context, we are reminded of a shared humanity.
Therapy is a wonderful space to build resilience. Through cultivating awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and sensations, we can break unwanted patterns of avoidance, reactivity, or shutting down. Through replacing judgment with mindfulness and self-criticism with self-compassion, we gain a greater sense of agency. Through understanding ourselves within our biological, social, and historical context, we are reminded of a shared humanity.
![Photo of Stacey E Kulik, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ea141c3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome to my practice. Therapy with children is a specialized area of focus and requires unique skills and specific training. I have spent the last twenty years gaining expertise with children of all ages and have done extensive work with preschool children. Child therapy requires creativity, flexibility, developmental knowledge, and the ability to partner with parents. As your child's therapist, I will share my expertise and provide you with the tools you need to ensure your child's success.
Welcome to my practice. Therapy with children is a specialized area of focus and requires unique skills and specific training. I have spent the last twenty years gaining expertise with children of all ages and have done extensive work with preschool children. Child therapy requires creativity, flexibility, developmental knowledge, and the ability to partner with parents. As your child's therapist, I will share my expertise and provide you with the tools you need to ensure your child's success.
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Hannah Colbert Kalampoukas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618
How do you feel right now? What do you need? What do you want? Change in our lives can only come from a better understanding of who we really are. Validation of past experiences, wounds and traumas. Through exploration, comes a willingness to work to change. Not who you are, but how you are; in relationships, at work, with your family and with yourself. Reducing anxiety, feeling less depressed, better able to deal with overwhelming emotions. Contentment.
How do you feel right now? What do you need? What do you want? Change in our lives can only come from a better understanding of who we really are. Validation of past experiences, wounds and traumas. Through exploration, comes a willingness to work to change. Not who you are, but how you are; in relationships, at work, with your family and with yourself. Reducing anxiety, feeling less depressed, better able to deal with overwhelming emotions. Contentment.
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Allison Phillips
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618
Healing and growth happen when you feel safe and supported. In our therapeutic space, you can expect to feel heard, respected, and understood. I will partner with you and draw upon your strengths in a warm, nonjudgmental, and curious way to achieve lasting, meaningful change. Being a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist helps me appreciate that relationships matter and impact your well-being. I will use the context of your family and other important relational systems such as school, work, and your community to get to know you better and help you reach your goals.
Healing and growth happen when you feel safe and supported. In our therapeutic space, you can expect to feel heard, respected, and understood. I will partner with you and draw upon your strengths in a warm, nonjudgmental, and curious way to achieve lasting, meaningful change. Being a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist helps me appreciate that relationships matter and impact your well-being. I will use the context of your family and other important relational systems such as school, work, and your community to get to know you better and help you reach your goals.
![Photo of Madeleine Quercia, MSW, LCSW, RYT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/697535e0-9d93-4bdd-85e6-e16e1d1e29f4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Madeleine Quercia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14610 (Online Only)
You’re a millennial woman trying to juggle it all… relationships, career, family life, etc. You may feel burned out or find yourself in a “quarter life crisis.” Does this sound like you? If you’re looking to gain a little more clarity, find a little more peace, carve out time for yourself, I would be honored to work with you. If you’re feeling motivated to dive a little deeper and build a stronger relationship with yourself, you’ve found the therapist for you. While I work with a variety of people with a myriad of challenges, my passion is working with 20-something and 30-something women.
You’re a millennial woman trying to juggle it all… relationships, career, family life, etc. You may feel burned out or find yourself in a “quarter life crisis.” Does this sound like you? If you’re looking to gain a little more clarity, find a little more peace, carve out time for yourself, I would be honored to work with you. If you’re feeling motivated to dive a little deeper and build a stronger relationship with yourself, you’ve found the therapist for you. While I work with a variety of people with a myriad of challenges, my passion is working with 20-something and 30-something women.
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Life can be difficult; you've come to the right place to navigate these challenges. I offer a warm, empathetic, judgment-free, and safe space where we can work together to find the root cause of concerns you, your family, or child have. I am here to help explore issues related to irritability, anger, low mood, lack of motivation, self-harm, and/or aggression. I have experience working intensively with families, couples, adolescents, and children struggling with OCD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood, substance use, family conflict, school behaviors, aggression and/or behavioral issues.
Life can be difficult; you've come to the right place to navigate these challenges. I offer a warm, empathetic, judgment-free, and safe space where we can work together to find the root cause of concerns you, your family, or child have. I am here to help explore issues related to irritability, anger, low mood, lack of motivation, self-harm, and/or aggression. I have experience working intensively with families, couples, adolescents, and children struggling with OCD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood, substance use, family conflict, school behaviors, aggression and/or behavioral issues.
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Danielle Jones
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14613
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York with experience working with youth, adults and families. I specialize in maternal mental health, family systems and individual personal development. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, domestic violence, familial relationship issues, trauma and career difficulties.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York with experience working with youth, adults and families. I specialize in maternal mental health, family systems and individual personal development. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, domestic violence, familial relationship issues, trauma and career difficulties.
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Maria Rosario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14623
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about helping in the healing process using a strength-based therapeutic approach within the safety of a caring environment. It is with great empathy and understanding that I recognize the struggles and hardships one experiences when traveling down life’s many paths, despite at times it feeling that you are at a dead end or crossroad. It would be an honor to assist you in your journey to healing as you make the valiant step to engage in therapy. My nonjudgmental approach is supportive yet honest in helping you find acceptance, resolve and inner peace.
I am passionate about helping in the healing process using a strength-based therapeutic approach within the safety of a caring environment. It is with great empathy and understanding that I recognize the struggles and hardships one experiences when traveling down life’s many paths, despite at times it feeling that you are at a dead end or crossroad. It would be an honor to assist you in your journey to healing as you make the valiant step to engage in therapy. My nonjudgmental approach is supportive yet honest in helping you find acceptance, resolve and inner peace.
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If you are searching for a therapist who will patiently but persistently work with you to meet your personal goals, I will do that. Entering therapy does not require full readiness to change; it takes a willingness to explore where life as you live it now might not match the life you want. Therapy is a collaborative process, so we will work together to identify your goals and plot a strategy to arrive there. I am experienced in working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, including LGBT.
If you are searching for a therapist who will patiently but persistently work with you to meet your personal goals, I will do that. Entering therapy does not require full readiness to change; it takes a willingness to explore where life as you live it now might not match the life you want. Therapy is a collaborative process, so we will work together to identify your goals and plot a strategy to arrive there. I am experienced in working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, including LGBT.
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Rachel McGriff
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMHC, CAS
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14623 (Online Only)
The toughest part about therapy is showing up. To continue to show up for yourself might be even tougher. If therapy were easy, everyone would do it. Taking that first step for yourself, is the most powerful thing that you can do and you should give yourself all the credit for being able to do it.
The toughest part about therapy is showing up. To continue to show up for yourself might be even tougher. If therapy were easy, everyone would do it. Taking that first step for yourself, is the most powerful thing that you can do and you should give yourself all the credit for being able to do it.
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Over the past 24 years, I have worked with clients with a range of issues from depression and anxiety to stress and relationship issues. My clients describe me as approachable, down-to-earth and practical in my work with them. I enjoy the process of exploring what is causing distress and identifying together what needs to be done to resolve those issues, whether that be learning more effective ways of responding or working towards acceptance, or a little bit of both. I believe my clients know best what they need and I am there to guide them in that process.
Over the past 24 years, I have worked with clients with a range of issues from depression and anxiety to stress and relationship issues. My clients describe me as approachable, down-to-earth and practical in my work with them. I enjoy the process of exploring what is causing distress and identifying together what needs to be done to resolve those issues, whether that be learning more effective ways of responding or working towards acceptance, or a little bit of both. I believe my clients know best what they need and I am there to guide them in that process.
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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.