Therapists in Rochester, NY
![Photo of Jason Maedl, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4798e572-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
The journey of therapy should be something you are drawn toward, not something you have to convince yourself to do. I want my clients to look forward to coming to their sessions, especially when what we're working through is tough. Therapy is a serious and powerful undertaking, but it doesn't have to be ominous. I think being down-to-earth and as lighthearted as possible about the institution of therapy helps to make it feel more accessible and fight any stigma attached to it. I look forward to working with you, you and your partner, or your family!
The journey of therapy should be something you are drawn toward, not something you have to convince yourself to do. I want my clients to look forward to coming to their sessions, especially when what we're working through is tough. Therapy is a serious and powerful undertaking, but it doesn't have to be ominous. I think being down-to-earth and as lighthearted as possible about the institution of therapy helps to make it feel more accessible and fight any stigma attached to it. I look forward to working with you, you and your partner, or your family!
![Photo of Dan Hoefling, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9e8a913b-4da5-4646-a11d-4b815584af2b/2/320x400.jpeg)
Feeling stuck and can't figure out why? Maybe you have noticed patterns that are getting in the way. You might react too quickly, getting angry and loud, and then feeling guilt or shame afterwards. Perhaps, you find yourself going blank in different situations where you don't know what to say and feel like shutting down. Maybe you might want connection with people, but it might be hard to trust and put yourself out there. Even knowing these patterns doesn't make it easy to figure out what to do. Our body is wired to keep us safe and sometimes these patterns develop after trauma as ways of trying to help us.
Feeling stuck and can't figure out why? Maybe you have noticed patterns that are getting in the way. You might react too quickly, getting angry and loud, and then feeling guilt or shame afterwards. Perhaps, you find yourself going blank in different situations where you don't know what to say and feel like shutting down. Maybe you might want connection with people, but it might be hard to trust and put yourself out there. Even knowing these patterns doesn't make it easy to figure out what to do. Our body is wired to keep us safe and sometimes these patterns develop after trauma as ways of trying to help us.
![Photo of Molly Kocher, LMHC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f5eeb04d-9495-40e9-b54c-be812aa7866e/3/320x400.jpeg)
Have you ever found yourself thinking that most things in your life are going well, but there are one or two issues holding you back? Or, have you ever wondered why you think or respond in certain ways? Perhaps you just want things to be "better," even if you're not sure what that would mean. Therapy can be a safe, reliable, and non-judgmental space to explore all of these questions and more. And, as your therapist, I will support you in developing greater insight and self-awareness about who you are and what you want out of life.
Have you ever found yourself thinking that most things in your life are going well, but there are one or two issues holding you back? Or, have you ever wondered why you think or respond in certain ways? Perhaps you just want things to be "better," even if you're not sure what that would mean. Therapy can be a safe, reliable, and non-judgmental space to explore all of these questions and more. And, as your therapist, I will support you in developing greater insight and self-awareness about who you are and what you want out of life.
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Do you feel controlled by worry no matter what you try to stop it? Or maybe you’ve been burning the candle at both ends and you’re at your breaking point? Or you’re experiencing a life transition, and you need support and guidance to move forward?
Do you feel controlled by worry no matter what you try to stop it? Or maybe you’ve been burning the candle at both ends and you’re at your breaking point? Or you’re experiencing a life transition, and you need support and guidance to move forward?
![Photo of Diane J Fauth, LMHC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/465fcb26-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
"History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived; however, if faced with courage, need not be lived again". Facing pain and brokenness of the deepest kind requires amazing strength and courage! Counseling is a unique opportunity to connect w/ the overwhelming issues that can block one's most earnest efforts to "do it differently this time". I'd consider it an honor to work with you as you come to understand your story--whether anxiety, discouragement, addictions, relationships. I look forward to collaborating with you in this challenging, yet rewarding work, as you move toward freedom from any concern that holds you back.
"History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived; however, if faced with courage, need not be lived again". Facing pain and brokenness of the deepest kind requires amazing strength and courage! Counseling is a unique opportunity to connect w/ the overwhelming issues that can block one's most earnest efforts to "do it differently this time". I'd consider it an honor to work with you as you come to understand your story--whether anxiety, discouragement, addictions, relationships. I look forward to collaborating with you in this challenging, yet rewarding work, as you move toward freedom from any concern that holds you back.
![Photo of Rachael Roddenbery, LMHC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4d2e4917-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Therapy works when the relationship between the client and counselor is authentic and collaborative. I strive to foster a genuine dialogue with my clients where you can feel safe and heard. Through processing and challenging, I will help facilitate growth within yourself and your life. In my practice I use an integrative approach that tailors therapy to match what is best for the individual sitting across from me.
Therapy works when the relationship between the client and counselor is authentic and collaborative. I strive to foster a genuine dialogue with my clients where you can feel safe and heard. Through processing and challenging, I will help facilitate growth within yourself and your life. In my practice I use an integrative approach that tailors therapy to match what is best for the individual sitting across from me.
![Photo of Erin A Pytlak, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2faf613c-9546-4c99-8205-012955b6cba6/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life can really suck at times! It can be scary, overwhelming, and really difficult. I hope that together, you and I can come together to draw on your inner strengths to cultivate the growth that you would like to see within yourself. I have experience working with kids, teens and adults struggling with feelings associated with anxiety, depression, challenging life transitions, trauma history and body image. I enjoy working with people who are dedicated to their well-being and want someone who will join them in their journey to feeling more confident.
Life can really suck at times! It can be scary, overwhelming, and really difficult. I hope that together, you and I can come together to draw on your inner strengths to cultivate the growth that you would like to see within yourself. I have experience working with kids, teens and adults struggling with feelings associated with anxiety, depression, challenging life transitions, trauma history and body image. I enjoy working with people who are dedicated to their well-being and want someone who will join them in their journey to feeling more confident.
![Photo of Christie Fogal, LMSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/57bd4593-ac56-4097-91e3-e34b0ba8d8ef/1/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Shannon Joy Barry, MA, LMFT, CCTP-I, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b54a4e3a-e819-408a-a550-ceb2e4f45c4b/5/320x400.jpeg)
Shannon Joy Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCTP-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618
Not accepting new clients
Hi! I’m Shannon and I am honored to help people create the change they want in their lives. My clients often come to therapy because they are repeating patterns that are no longer working for them - both individually and in relationships. My job is to help you identify the patterns through a holistic lens, to better understand yourself and to give you ways to adjust and grow, while staying true to you.
Hi! I’m Shannon and I am honored to help people create the change they want in their lives. My clients often come to therapy because they are repeating patterns that are no longer working for them - both individually and in relationships. My job is to help you identify the patterns through a holistic lens, to better understand yourself and to give you ways to adjust and grow, while staying true to you.
![Photo of Dan Prince, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/96227a1f-9dd6-43ed-830a-9c71722434bf/1/320x400.jpeg)
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. Are you feeling overwhelmed with change and choices? Are you feeling disconnected from others and having a difficult time communicating needs and desires? Let’s talk about it. If you are seeking a space where you feel comfortable being your true self, welcome. I seek to provide genuine compassion, empathy, and understanding while we address your genuine and valid concerns. Please contact me by email for quickest response.
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. Are you feeling overwhelmed with change and choices? Are you feeling disconnected from others and having a difficult time communicating needs and desires? Let’s talk about it. If you are seeking a space where you feel comfortable being your true self, welcome. I seek to provide genuine compassion, empathy, and understanding while we address your genuine and valid concerns. Please contact me by email for quickest response.
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Jillian G Velekkakan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14624
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! Taking the first steps towards finding a therapist you "click" with can be intimidating (and exhausting) so I give you tons of credit for getting this far. I feel honored to work with my clients because I know how hard it can be to open up about personal things. I believe in the healing power of a strong therapeutic relationship, a relationship where you feel truly "seen" and understood.
Welcome! Taking the first steps towards finding a therapist you "click" with can be intimidating (and exhausting) so I give you tons of credit for getting this far. I feel honored to work with my clients because I know how hard it can be to open up about personal things. I believe in the healing power of a strong therapeutic relationship, a relationship where you feel truly "seen" and understood.
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![Photo of Melissa Joy Annechino, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d223bee7-6390-4386-a9a6-f32ff9690f6b/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life can be both beautiful & messy. I'm humbled & honored to help you sort through it! We each uniquely form our conscious & subconscious schemas and belief systems about ourselves, others, and the world at large since our earliest stages in life. No two people have the same experience, and there is no such thing as a "one size fits all" treatment modality. Yet we can also feel validated & gain from others' shared experiences, perspectives, and support. One thing all humans universally experience is the capacity for love, joy, pain, and everything else in between. You are not alone!
Life can be both beautiful & messy. I'm humbled & honored to help you sort through it! We each uniquely form our conscious & subconscious schemas and belief systems about ourselves, others, and the world at large since our earliest stages in life. No two people have the same experience, and there is no such thing as a "one size fits all" treatment modality. Yet we can also feel validated & gain from others' shared experiences, perspectives, and support. One thing all humans universally experience is the capacity for love, joy, pain, and everything else in between. You are not alone!
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If you are having anxiety or depression, if you have experienced trauma or loss, I can help you sort out the things that are missing to gain or restore meaning, energy and joy to your life and relationships. I believe in the potential for growth, that our lives can be better, that change is possible, that relationships can be deeply satisfying. If you are having difficulty in your life, relationships or work, you will find me a respectful, empathic listener. Connecting with your feelings, finding your voice and making the life and relationships you want are outcomes my individual and couple clients find in therapy with me.
If you are having anxiety or depression, if you have experienced trauma or loss, I can help you sort out the things that are missing to gain or restore meaning, energy and joy to your life and relationships. I believe in the potential for growth, that our lives can be better, that change is possible, that relationships can be deeply satisfying. If you are having difficulty in your life, relationships or work, you will find me a respectful, empathic listener. Connecting with your feelings, finding your voice and making the life and relationships you want are outcomes my individual and couple clients find in therapy with me.
![Photo of Patricia E Goodspeed, EdD, LMHC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4b5c40a8-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Patricia E Goodspeed
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14607
Not accepting new clients
The decision to begin therapy can be an isolating and anxious time, especially in these current crazy times that seem to have no end. Am I the only one who feels this way? These feelings may even at times shut you down. You may be experiencing losses and transitions of all kinds, or have weight and eating concerns, gambling concerns, relationship problems or who just want career counseling. We can explore these together. I work with men, women, and adolescents of diverse backgrounds, who might not believe that counseling can be sensitive to their needs. We can either meet in person or online.
The decision to begin therapy can be an isolating and anxious time, especially in these current crazy times that seem to have no end. Am I the only one who feels this way? These feelings may even at times shut you down. You may be experiencing losses and transitions of all kinds, or have weight and eating concerns, gambling concerns, relationship problems or who just want career counseling. We can explore these together. I work with men, women, and adolescents of diverse backgrounds, who might not believe that counseling can be sensitive to their needs. We can either meet in person or online.
![Photo of Carrie Robinson-Elhassen, MSEd, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/43c418a1-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or self-doubt? Are you dragging around negative beliefs about yourself that are the result of other people's lack of love or care? Is your inner voice telling you that you are not good enough or worthy of happiness? Come to therapy! It's time to clear out the old ways of being that are undermining you. It's time to create your best self!
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or self-doubt? Are you dragging around negative beliefs about yourself that are the result of other people's lack of love or care? Is your inner voice telling you that you are not good enough or worthy of happiness? Come to therapy! It's time to clear out the old ways of being that are undermining you. It's time to create your best self!
![Photo of Susan Gottfried, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/05a41e11-350a-4bfe-834b-6388afeb990f/2/320x400.jpeg)
If you are in a crisis and need healing, I would like to help! Crisis is an opportunity for change! An emotional crisis can be a prolonged struggle or an unfortunate event which brings pain, anger and sorrow. I have worked with adolescents, adults, families and veterans in mental health and addiction for 25 years. I focus on your core beliefs related to insecure attachment which can positively or negatively effect our outlook on life.
If you are in a crisis and need healing, I would like to help! Crisis is an opportunity for change! An emotional crisis can be a prolonged struggle or an unfortunate event which brings pain, anger and sorrow. I have worked with adolescents, adults, families and veterans in mental health and addiction for 25 years. I focus on your core beliefs related to insecure attachment which can positively or negatively effect our outlook on life.
![Photo of Maria Rosario, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1570cba1-fc2e-47b1-968f-d18ef5b0860e/1/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Jennifer Steffenhagen, MS, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c4a19cb-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
It takes a lot of courage and strength to ask for help. Life can be overwhelming, scary, and devastating at times. I am here to help. Together, you and I will draw on your inner strengths to find the resolution and personal growth you are looking for. I am dedicated to helping you find your way through life's many challenges and gaining some peace of mind along the way. I offer a strong emphasis on person-centered care, cognitive-behavioral techniques and dialectical-behavioral methods. I am trained in EMDR (effective treatment approach for individuals who have survived trauma).
It takes a lot of courage and strength to ask for help. Life can be overwhelming, scary, and devastating at times. I am here to help. Together, you and I will draw on your inner strengths to find the resolution and personal growth you are looking for. I am dedicated to helping you find your way through life's many challenges and gaining some peace of mind along the way. I offer a strong emphasis on person-centered care, cognitive-behavioral techniques and dialectical-behavioral methods. I am trained in EMDR (effective treatment approach for individuals who have survived trauma).
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A Licensed Social Worker with 13 years of experience in mental health counseling, crisis management and mental health assessments. I hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health and School Social Work. I use a generalist practice approach, while incorporating solution focused therapy, client-centered therapy, cognitive behavior therapy and spiritual therapy. I believe, at least for most people, a deep-seated sense of meaning and purpose in life, together with a sense of belonging, is of foundational importance to psychological well-being and wholeness.
A Licensed Social Worker with 13 years of experience in mental health counseling, crisis management and mental health assessments. I hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health and School Social Work. I use a generalist practice approach, while incorporating solution focused therapy, client-centered therapy, cognitive behavior therapy and spiritual therapy. I believe, at least for most people, a deep-seated sense of meaning and purpose in life, together with a sense of belonging, is of foundational importance to psychological well-being and wholeness.
![Photo of Jada N. Howcroft, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/98f4ee64-d4ce-4024-ba40-f2ed06dd1cf0/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jada N. Howcroft
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14607 (Online Only)
Painful experiences can shake us to our core, often leading us to craft narratives about ourselves based on these challenges. These stories might leave you feeling misunderstood and struggling to forge a strong sense of self, especially when your lived experience doesn’t align with societal norms. This can manifest as debilitating symptoms, difficulty connecting with others, and damaging self-beliefs, causing you to question your inherent worth and identity. Despite what your inner critic may tell you, embracing your authentic self is possible.
Painful experiences can shake us to our core, often leading us to craft narratives about ourselves based on these challenges. These stories might leave you feeling misunderstood and struggling to forge a strong sense of self, especially when your lived experience doesn’t align with societal norms. This can manifest as debilitating symptoms, difficulty connecting with others, and damaging self-beliefs, causing you to question your inherent worth and identity. Despite what your inner critic may tell you, embracing your authentic self is possible.
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Number of Therapists in Rochester, NY
900+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Rochester, NY who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
79% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
71% | Coping Skills |
71% | Stress |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
82% | Aetna |
60% | Cigna and Evernorth |
50% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Rochester, NY see their clients
67% | In Person and Online | |
33% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |