Female Therapists in Tonawanda, NY

I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds. I love helping people who are motivated and have a goal in mind of what they want to work towards in their life. Whether it is relationship issues, anxiety, trauma or something else; There are always things we can learn from each other.

For the past 11 years, I have been working with a wide-range of children, adolescents and families in a clinical and educational setting. I'm passionate about helping clients with anxiety, depression, school avoidance, OCD, trauma, trauma-based issues, ADHD, and family difficulties. Embracing a strength-based approach, I believe in empowering clients to tackle the hurdles they face. I also have a deep understanding of school-related challenges. I will work closely with both parents and children to overcome those challenges.

Life can often be challenging. You may feel you've gotten "off track" and need some direction. You may be overwhelmed with things and don't know what to do or how to make it better. It may be starting to affect your relationships, and you don't know how to stop it. You may be wondering what's wrong with you and why this keeps happening, or whether you're depressed. Perhaps you're having panic attacks that come out of nowhere. Or maybe you seem to have developed social anxiety. Perhaps you just don't feel like yourself or aren't content with your life. You want things to be different, you just don't know how to make that happen. You might be wondering whether you're always going to feel this way. You've got a lot going for you, you've accomplished quite a bit, but it still feels like there's something missing. You're not sure what else to do. Most of us feel this way at some point in our lives. Especially when trying to handle the stress of life, relationships and the impact of certain events all at once.

I offer an open, supportive, and individualized approach, meeting each person where they are. Fostering a therapeutic relationship involves building trust as we navigate through distressing emotions, situations, and overcoming barriers. Sessions may range from learning and practicing coping skills to processing past traumas. My style is down-to-earth with open and honest communication, along with a bit of humor. Feel free to visit my website for more information: www.jessieshelhamer.com

It can be really challenging to navigate an ever-changing world, especially if we enter each season struggling to carry the weight of the past. We learn survival strategies that are often hard to unlearn, and it can feel like we will always be stuck in our same old patterns of suffering. I offer non-judgmental support to people who want to find more aliveness in their minds and bodies. Through this partnership, we aim to build your capacity to feel and deal with emotions in kind yet effective ways, and develop compassionate habits that can lead to self trust. In doing so, we can create more room for ease, meaning, and joy.

Are you worried that your son or daughter is struggling with anxiety, depression or just coping with daily life? Are you losing hope that your family will ever have peace and be able to get along? Are you concerned your child will not become a successful adult? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then I am here help. Things may seem overwhelming, but you are not alone. It is my passion to help youth and families strengthen their relationship to ensure a positive and peaceful family life. I genuinely believe in the power of hope and the strength of the family bond.

You viewing my profile right now means you took a very vulnerable first step to reach out for help and I applaud you for that. Being vulnerable can feel scary, but I am a believer in "great things never came from comfort zones". I have worked with a variety of populations ranging from children-adults and including things such as anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship issues, substance use and addiction, behavioral disorders and other stress and conflict. Whether this is your first experience with therapy or a new attempt, I would love to be able to assist you in your journey!

Between managing the demands of daily stressors, obligations, and expectations it is natural to feel overwhelmed, stuck or alone. Whether you are struggling with life transitions, relationships, challenging emotions, unwanted patterns or symptoms of anxiety or depression, therapy can help.

Life can be challenging on someone's best day. We can often times feel overwhelmed, down, stressed or unsure of exactly what we are feeling. My goal as a therapist is to help you make the best out of the difficult times and learn ways to better understand and manage the stressors of your everyday life. It is important to bring to light both current concerns and things from your past that are still impacting you. Having someone there to support and help guide you through these difficult times is my ultimate goal.

If you are struggling with anxiety, navigating relationships or life changes, or have difficulty envisioning your ideal future, I am here to help. If you feel alone, uncared for, lacking in validation, or need an outlet to express your thoughts and feelings, I am here to listen and provide empathetic and nonjudgmental support and feedback. Together we can work on things like relieving your anxiety, moving away from a place of feeling stuck, or developing healthy communication and personal boundaries while helping you feel supported, understood, and heard.

Feeling uneasy? Noticing a change in how you have been feeling? Are you finding yourself unhappy in your relationships, with work, or just struggling to find yourself happy overall? Maybe you are somewhere along the prenatal or postpartum journey and need some additional support. Maybe you have gone through an experience in your life that you notice affects you in your relationships with friends, family, work colleagues, or romantic relationships. Maybe you are unsure what you want to change, but you know something just is not right.

Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker located within the village of Kenmore. I have experience in working with teens, college-aged young adults, and adults. I understand that seeking help can be difficult initially or even fear-inducing. I strive to make it a priority to create a comfortable environment to explore stressors that may be related to anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, grief and loss, or other life adjustments. I utilize a client-centered approach to provide psychotherapy incorporating skills of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention and Solution-Focused Therapy.