Therapists in Erie County, NY

The therapeutic relationship is the driving current in the heart of healing in therapy. Finding a therapist that you feel comfortable with and trust, is an essential piece for the foundation of treatment. My practice is based on a personalized, eclectic approach, that is tailored to fit your counseling needs. Throughout life's journey, we are forever learning, growing, and changing. My role is to guide you, help you heal, reach your goals, and flourish in life. You have the strength and the power within you, and now is the time to start by building your foundation for change.

Lynn M. Lauria MA, LMHC is a practicing clinician who works with adults (17 and up), couples and families. Lynn provides a compassionate and non-judgmental atmosphere in which you can safely explore and work through thoughts, feelings and beliefs, unconscious or conscious, that may have you feeling stuck. Lynn offers an eclectic orientation as well as a holistic, integrative approach to person- centered therapy. In addition, she offers traditional cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems,mindfulness/meditationand solution focused therapy. Lynn has extensive knowledge and experience in trauma focused counseling.

CPH Mental Health Counseling supports a variety of different patients. We support children, adolescents, adults, and families who are in need of psychological and support services for the various mental health struggles. While we specialize in the areas of gender dysphoria and trauma, we also offer general counseling services for anxiety, depression, post traumatic-stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorders, adjustment disorders and family conflicts.

Hello! My name is Maggie. I work with adults experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, financial hardship, domestic violence, and relationship issues. I also work with children and adolescents experiencing a variety of problems including anger, emotional dysregulation, social issues, relationship struggles, and low self esteem.

I offer individual counseling, marriage counseling and family counseling for adolescents and adults,. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with a wide variety of issues. I utilize a Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral approach in a comforting environment. I strive to tailor counseling goals to each individual, and to assist those who desire to work through their struggles and improve their quality of life. I would be honored to be a part of your journey.

Sometimes in life we find ourselves looking for a change or improvement but are unsure of how to go about doing so. My mission is to join you in creating a safe, non-judgmental space to conquer life’s challenges. Whether you want to find joy again, build self-esteem, improve your interpersonal relationships or identify tools to deal with life stressors, together we can develop an individualized plan to meet your goals. My approach to therapy is collaborative, direct, and compassionate. I often combine cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered therapy, and solution focused techniques based on individual need and therapy goals.

My goal is to help you reach yours. I have close to 20 years experience in counseling individuals and couples in the areas of mental health, addiction, recovery from trauma, relationship issues, stress management, grief and loss, spirituality issues, and a host of other issues. I work to promote healing and growth for the mind, body, and spirit. I am accepting new referrals; call today so that together, we can begin the journey towards your goals.

As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), I am dedicated to helping clients learn new skills to become healthier versions of themselves. I have been working in the mental health field in the Buffalo area since 2016 providing services to children, adolescents and adults. I believe in using a trauma based approach to help individuals explore their past to help improve their present and future.

Today's society is more stressful than ever. It is this build up of stress and trauma that will contribute to depression, anxiety and other mental health related issues. By taking care of your mental health, you are working to minimize the damage of this stress. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I have experience helping children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of challenges including stress, depression, anxiety and life transitions.

We all experience change, adversity and the need to adapt. Coaching is rooted in forward movement, growth, and habit change in response to our evolving circumstances. The coaching process involves wrapping effective, sustainable actions with support, empathy, and accountability. This creates the potential for meaningful and lasting personal transformation across life domains, including health, personal development and self-esteem, career, finance, love, relationships, and community. I offer coaching for adults utilizing an integrative, culturally sensitive, and strength-based approach.

I help adults and teens achieve wellness so that they can lead a confident life without sacrificing their mental wellbeing. When we face new situations such as adjusting to a new relationship, losing someone we care about, making a career change, deciding to go to school, or moving, sometimes it feels overburdening. Feelings of anxiety and depression find their way in and we feel stuck. Beginning your journey in counseling can seem daunting but taking care of our minds is as important as taking care of our bodies.

Being human comes with complexities of great loss, love, curiosities and questions. We may reach a point in their experience where they feel like they are not living as their best and most authentic self. This can leave some feeling depressed, anxious, angry and fearful. As well as having ruminating thoughts, social withdrawal and being overwhelmed by it all. While working alongside a therapist, I believe that you can create a healthier and deeper understanding of the self, learn/practice communication skills, and process trauma to navigate and gain depth and perspective on the complexities of life.

My goal for therapy is to work towards helping my clients find the strength and resilience needed to get through what life brings to the table. I use multiple therapeutic approaches with each client and tailor therapy to each individual's needs. I take great pride in building a strong therapeutic relationship with the clients I see, as I believe that is the foundation of therapy. It can seem like a challenge to find a good therapist, but it is absolutely worth it to push forward until you find the best fit for you.

My approach begins with guiding female young adults and adults in understanding and managing their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we establish a safe and supportive relationship for optimal self-learning and personal growth. We create strategies for lifetime success through the use of customized activities and evidence based therapies, that develop awareness and promote healing. Individuals are taught and encouraged to practice self-regulation skills and techniques to improve outlook and quality of life. I use humor and a lighthearted approach, when appropriate, to bring a sense of comfort and ease to sessions.

I help adults who are really struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, and difficult situations. I'll help you tap into your inner strength and personal power so you can make the changes needed to feel better and create a more fulfilling life. We'll work with your thoughts and behaviors, and use mindfulness skills for symptom management of your anxiety and/or depression.

If you have the courage to reach out for therapeutic help & support, you can change your life for the better. Taking action is the first step towards healing & self discovery. You can count on me to provide understanding, support, insight and practical feedback to help you address any specific issue or life challenge either you, or your family is facing. I will help you build on your strengths & find solutions in the process of personal growth, change, and attaining goals that are important to you. It is my privilege to have the opportunity to work with you on this journey.

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The teenage years can be some of the most difficult times. These years are also a crucial part of social, emotional, spiritual, and mental development. I specialize in mental health treatment for teenagers and young adults. I believe a healing relationship with young adults can create a safe place and assist to empower them to explore their needs while feeling heard and understood.

Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and struggling in certain areas of your life? Do you have a hard time expressing your needs in relationships? Do you struggle with perfectionism, a lot of internal pressure, and responsibility? I would love to offer guidance to help you to have more balance and a greater ability to manage your life.