Therapists in Rochester, NY
Nicole Nabors
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14623
I believe we cannot control what happens to us. However, we can choose to change things that prevent us from being the people we want to be. I am honored to support you and help you navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, chronic illness, problems with self-esteem, and relationship difficulties.
I believe we cannot control what happens to us. However, we can choose to change things that prevent us from being the people we want to be. I am honored to support you and help you navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, chronic illness, problems with self-esteem, and relationship difficulties.
Jennifer Knapp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, TCTSY-F
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14618
Are you finding a variety of life stressors is making happiness and hope difficult? Do you have a teen who is self harming or struggling with depression? I have a passion and extensive experience working with youth, adults, and families in a variety of settings and can provide specialized, client-centered and strength focused therapeutic treatments that work. Recognizing that this can impact the family unit, I offer family support when working with youth clients. I also find supporting women who are going through challenging situations such as life changes, health concerns, and career transitions to be a passion of mine.
Are you finding a variety of life stressors is making happiness and hope difficult? Do you have a teen who is self harming or struggling with depression? I have a passion and extensive experience working with youth, adults, and families in a variety of settings and can provide specialized, client-centered and strength focused therapeutic treatments that work. Recognizing that this can impact the family unit, I offer family support when working with youth clients. I also find supporting women who are going through challenging situations such as life changes, health concerns, and career transitions to be a passion of mine.
Frances Meléndez
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14618
Clearly you have taken the first step into your wellbeing. As a psychologist, I will respect your narrative working alongside you to explore the barriers keeping you stuck. I commit to be with as you explore and challenge concerns, barriers, deepening your self-awareness so that you may live your authentic life. I received my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Graduate School of The City University of New York. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in the State of New York.
Clearly you have taken the first step into your wellbeing. As a psychologist, I will respect your narrative working alongside you to explore the barriers keeping you stuck. I commit to be with as you explore and challenge concerns, barriers, deepening your self-awareness so that you may live your authentic life. I received my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Graduate School of The City University of New York. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in the State of New York.
Megan Syfrett
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618
Do you want to feel more in control of your thoughts? Are you wanting to move more towards the people, places, and things that are important to you? Change can be scary. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. It can make us feel less interested in our favorite activities, like we will never be happy or fulfilled, or that there will never be a solution to what you are going through. Our anxious thoughts can get in the way of being present with ourselves and our family/friends. We all just want to feel grounded in the present moment, like we belong and are prepared to face anything that comes our way.
Do you want to feel more in control of your thoughts? Are you wanting to move more towards the people, places, and things that are important to you? Change can be scary. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. It can make us feel less interested in our favorite activities, like we will never be happy or fulfilled, or that there will never be a solution to what you are going through. Our anxious thoughts can get in the way of being present with ourselves and our family/friends. We all just want to feel grounded in the present moment, like we belong and are prepared to face anything that comes our way.
Eva Grove
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618 (Online Only)
When a person is struggling, I look at the big picture, not just "problems" or "symptoms." Through a strengths-based perspective, I try to see how the problem areas came to be, formulate a plan to address concerns, and actively teach skills to foster change. Through this lens, I have successfully worked with kids (as young as 5), teens, and young adults to address depression, anxiety, self-harm, OCD, ADHD, and other behavioral and emotional disturbances.
When a person is struggling, I look at the big picture, not just "problems" or "symptoms." Through a strengths-based perspective, I try to see how the problem areas came to be, formulate a plan to address concerns, and actively teach skills to foster change. Through this lens, I have successfully worked with kids (as young as 5), teens, and young adults to address depression, anxiety, self-harm, OCD, ADHD, and other behavioral and emotional disturbances.
Jenna Eisen
Psychologist, PhD, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14623
Stress and anxiety are increasingly common challenges we face as humans, for individuals and families alike. These concerns may arise from a variety of sources, including relational difficulties, societal pressures, and behavior challenges in children and teens. Having a space to focus on strengths, improve communication, identify tools for coping, and reflect on values, can be integral for not only healing but thriving. Through a warm, collaborative, curious stance, I utilize evidence-based treatments to create improvements in functioning and quality of life.
Stress and anxiety are increasingly common challenges we face as humans, for individuals and families alike. These concerns may arise from a variety of sources, including relational difficulties, societal pressures, and behavior challenges in children and teens. Having a space to focus on strengths, improve communication, identify tools for coping, and reflect on values, can be integral for not only healing but thriving. Through a warm, collaborative, curious stance, I utilize evidence-based treatments to create improvements in functioning and quality of life.
Jennifer Steffenhagen
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618
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).
Kathleen Daniszewski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14624
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be challenging and difficult at times. Whether it is the daily stress of parenting, balancing work and home demands, family relationship issues, work problems, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression or a number of other stressors. I can help you look at how your past experiences and behaviors have impacted your current life situation. Therapy can help you sort through your thoughts and feelings and develop new coping strategies to allow you to become your most authentic self.
Life can be challenging and difficult at times. Whether it is the daily stress of parenting, balancing work and home demands, family relationship issues, work problems, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression or a number of other stressors. I can help you look at how your past experiences and behaviors have impacted your current life situation. Therapy can help you sort through your thoughts and feelings and develop new coping strategies to allow you to become your most authentic self.
Ronald E Follansbee Jr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14618
Not accepting new clients
I hold the opinion that most challenges to our health come from things that have happened to us in the past. Sometimes people need help processing what has happened to them and understanding how it impacts their life today. I believe that people are generally good and are always striving to live their best life. I like to come alongside someone, in an accepting and curious manner, to help them figure out how to move forward in the most healthful way possible.
I hold the opinion that most challenges to our health come from things that have happened to us in the past. Sometimes people need help processing what has happened to them and understanding how it impacts their life today. I believe that people are generally good and are always striving to live their best life. I like to come alongside someone, in an accepting and curious manner, to help them figure out how to move forward in the most healthful way possible.
Brett Hullihen
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14623
UPDATE: I'm now also offering anxiety groups on Mondays from 6:00-7:30 pm. Congratulations on taking the first step to healing yourself. By starting your search, you have taken the hardest step. I am hoping I can further help you with this journey. As far as experience, I have worked for nearly 10 years with a multitude of presenting issues. I have also facilitated therapy groups focusing on anxiety and holistic wellness. My philosophy focuses on infusing your life with meaning and purpose, promoting a more fulfilling existence. The techniques I use to enhance your quality of life are firmly rooted in data.
UPDATE: I'm now also offering anxiety groups on Mondays from 6:00-7:30 pm. Congratulations on taking the first step to healing yourself. By starting your search, you have taken the hardest step. I am hoping I can further help you with this journey. As far as experience, I have worked for nearly 10 years with a multitude of presenting issues. I have also facilitated therapy groups focusing on anxiety and holistic wellness. My philosophy focuses on infusing your life with meaning and purpose, promoting a more fulfilling existence. The techniques I use to enhance your quality of life are firmly rooted in data.
Pam Spallacci
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSEd, ADHD-, CCSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14607
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and ADHD- Certified Clinical Services Provider. With a compassionate and understanding approach, I offer psychotherapy/psycho-educational therapy to individuals, couples, and families, whether they have with ADHD or not. Support I provide includes The Gottman Method for couples, Solution Focused Therapy, where instead of focusing on what is wrong, we'll highlight what is working and the tools you are already using. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy has been found to be effective in helping reduce ADHD, depression, and anxiety symptoms.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and ADHD- Certified Clinical Services Provider. With a compassionate and understanding approach, I offer psychotherapy/psycho-educational therapy to individuals, couples, and families, whether they have with ADHD or not. Support I provide includes The Gottman Method for couples, Solution Focused Therapy, where instead of focusing on what is wrong, we'll highlight what is working and the tools you are already using. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy has been found to be effective in helping reduce ADHD, depression, and anxiety symptoms.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14624
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. The patients I see often come to me with issues such as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self harm and childhood trauma.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. The patients I see often come to me with issues such as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self harm and childhood trauma.
Kerry Bauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14618
Would you like to manage your anxiety better? Perhaps you are struggling with changes in your life or relationship? I help individuals and couples through these difficult challenges, with specific steps toward healing and regaining balance. I understand how frustrating and confusing shifts in life can become, and how challenges can impact our self-esteem and our relationships, as well as cloud the meaning in our lives. Whether you are managing a new life transition such as parenthood, a career or school change, or are working to have a better relationship, I am here to support and guide you toward stability and balance again.
Would you like to manage your anxiety better? Perhaps you are struggling with changes in your life or relationship? I help individuals and couples through these difficult challenges, with specific steps toward healing and regaining balance. I understand how frustrating and confusing shifts in life can become, and how challenges can impact our self-esteem and our relationships, as well as cloud the meaning in our lives. Whether you are managing a new life transition such as parenthood, a career or school change, or are working to have a better relationship, I am here to support and guide you toward stability and balance again.
Michelle Lentine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14618
All persons engage in life better with feeling capable and having flourishing connections with others. However sometimes current or previous life experiences create disconnection, friction and isolation. Are you struggling with personal behaviors, relationship challenges or coping with stress? Not feeling like you are the best version of yourself? Do your emotions overwhelm you at times? I hope to support you in understanding your unique experiences and developing a healthy path for healing and coping. I want to empower you to move from surviving life to thriving.
All persons engage in life better with feeling capable and having flourishing connections with others. However sometimes current or previous life experiences create disconnection, friction and isolation. Are you struggling with personal behaviors, relationship challenges or coping with stress? Not feeling like you are the best version of yourself? Do your emotions overwhelm you at times? I hope to support you in understanding your unique experiences and developing a healthy path for healing and coping. I want to empower you to move from surviving life to thriving.
Madeleine Quercia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
2 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.
Keegan Johnston
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14607
Do you sometimes feel like life is a story you're reading rather than living? Do concerns like stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief/loss, and uncertainty about identity prevent you from being your authentic self? Do you find yourself struggling to express your thoughts to those around you and wish to understand the emotional part of yourself better? If any of these questions resonate with you, then my style of counseling might be an excellent opportunity to work towards a life that is more personally meaningful; in a safe, confidential, and supportive environment.
Do you sometimes feel like life is a story you're reading rather than living? Do concerns like stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief/loss, and uncertainty about identity prevent you from being your authentic self? Do you find yourself struggling to express your thoughts to those around you and wish to understand the emotional part of yourself better? If any of these questions resonate with you, then my style of counseling might be an excellent opportunity to work towards a life that is more personally meaningful; in a safe, confidential, and supportive environment.
Howard B. Adler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CSAT
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14610
Not accepting new clients
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-worth, a tough inner critic, or preoccupied with unwanted urges, thoughts or behaviors, I'm here to help. I will assist you in getting to know yourself better and transform the parts of you that are currently getting in the way of your happiness and aspirations for a better life. Let's work together to relieve your fears, insecurities, depression, anxiety, and intimacy issues. In addition, I am certified to help those struggling with the disruptive impact of sex & pornography addiction and betrayal trauma. This too can be healed for both you and your partner.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-worth, a tough inner critic, or preoccupied with unwanted urges, thoughts or behaviors, I'm here to help. I will assist you in getting to know yourself better and transform the parts of you that are currently getting in the way of your happiness and aspirations for a better life. Let's work together to relieve your fears, insecurities, depression, anxiety, and intimacy issues. In addition, I am certified to help those struggling with the disruptive impact of sex & pornography addiction and betrayal trauma. This too can be healed for both you and your partner.
Paul G Jacoby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14607
Life's challenges can feel overwhelming. Sometimes, we feel as though something is wrong, but we are unable to pinpoint/identify it. Other times we just need someone to talk to... The road to recovery from anything can be daunting, and I would be honored if you would allow me to accompany you on your Journey.
Life's challenges can feel overwhelming. Sometimes, we feel as though something is wrong, but we are unable to pinpoint/identify it. Other times we just need someone to talk to... The road to recovery from anything can be daunting, and I would be honored if you would allow me to accompany you on your Journey.
Jillian Wilton
MHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14610
Feeling stuck? Wishing for change? Fear of the future? We go through struggles that test our ability to find joy and experience pleasure. It is often our relationships with friends, family and especially our partners that take the brunt of these taxing times. It is common that our intimate relationships get tagged as the reason for our hurt and pain or are the most negatively impacted. Blame can drive a wedge and damage intimacy. Ironically, it is within our intimate relationships that we find the majority of our most meaningful experiences. Experiences that result in feeling that joy and pleasure we so desperately desire.
Feeling stuck? Wishing for change? Fear of the future? We go through struggles that test our ability to find joy and experience pleasure. It is often our relationships with friends, family and especially our partners that take the brunt of these taxing times. It is common that our intimate relationships get tagged as the reason for our hurt and pain or are the most negatively impacted. Blame can drive a wedge and damage intimacy. Ironically, it is within our intimate relationships that we find the majority of our most meaningful experiences. Experiences that result in feeling that joy and pleasure we so desperately desire.
Denise Bondy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618 (Online Only)
I am glad that you took this step to care for your well-being. We all have times in our lives when we feel unhappy, unbalanced and/or overwhelmed. Or maybe you find yourself repeating the same patterns over and over and would like some guidance on how to do things differently.
I am glad that you took this step to care for your well-being. We all have times in our lives when we feel unhappy, unbalanced and/or overwhelmed. Or maybe you find yourself repeating the same patterns over and over and would like some guidance on how to do things differently.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Rochester, NY
900+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Rochester, NY who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
81% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
71% | Coping Skills |
71% | Stress |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | Aetna |
56% | Cigna and Evernorth |
51% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Rochester, NY see their clients
70% | In Person and Online | |
30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Rochester?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.