Existential Therapists in Hilton, NY

Welcome! I am dedicated to helping you through personal, family, and health difficulties with empathy and expertise. At WHOLE, guiding you to your "best self" is our absolute priority. My style of mentoring is client centered and solution focused, giving my clients the opportunity to explore their struggles, find their strengths, and get what they want out of life. We can't wait to offer you hope for the future that can change your life and health long term. Call 585-524-0008 to book your first session within 7 days!

My theoretical orientation and practice combine current and research-based models that include Psychodynamic, Existential/ Humanistic, Family Systems, Behavioral, and Cognitive Behavioral foundations for case conceptualization, patient development, and the betterment of each person in their relation to others. My approach emphasizes a strength-based perspective that takes into consideration the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that influence each patient and their relationships, as well as how the larger community or society impacts the presenting concern and situation.

I am a Licenced Clinical Social Worker and have been working in the mental health field for 20 years. I recieved my Masters Degree in Social Work with a concentration in Family Mental Health from Syracuse University. I also recieved a Master's Certificate in Women's Studies and completed research on the development of adolescent girls. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families and will coordinate with any people that you would like to be a part of your wellness team. I am person centered meaning I will focus on you and what works best for you.

I use a short term, practical psychotherapy approach. I believe that all human beings have problems at various points in their lives and that these problems can best be dealt with in an objective, honest, and caring climate. Labeling, stigmatizing and categorizing people often makes problems worse. Objective, and yet personal, individualized treatment approaches are always taken. While the goal of therapy is to minimize, if not eliminate, the problems people struggle against, it is also important to recognize, acknowledge, and enhance people's talents, abilities, and strengths. Client confidentiality is rigorously maintained at all times.

Much of our lives are series of automatic reactions and habits. In between being in these autopilot modes, we can have moments of awareness something isn’t quite right or we envision our life differently. In our work together, I will utilize our relationship to help expand your awareness and move toward acceptance and deciding on an appropriate action. My role is to provide safety, security and honesty for you to use and explore what is most important in your life. One of my personal beliefs is that we all have the capacity to change and that we all are doing the best we can with the tools we have.

I have over fifteen years of professional experience in the field of mental health. A graduate of Syracuse University, I have worked with a variety of individuals in private practice, as well as non-profit clinical settings. As a Client-Centered Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, my approach to therapy involves providing support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I will work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

People seek out therapy for many different reasons. Unexpected changes in our lives can be overwhelming and stressful. Perhaps you are feeling alone, confused, misunderstood. Maybe you find yourself at a crossroad in your life and don’t know what direction to take. It takes courage to ask for help. Therapy is a pathway for hope, growth and healing. As a therapist for over 20 years, I have worked with a large age range of people with a multitude of mental health disorders. I honor and respect your individuality, life story and the unique circumstances that brought you here. I welcome the opportunity to guide you on this journey.

As a mature results oriented counselor, I believe in the value of focused listening to connect with my clients. This approach provides the foundation for creating genuinely personalized therapeutic interventions for individuals, couples and families. My philosophy is that counseling should be inviting, accessible and deliver outcomes. Therefore, my mission is to provide therapeutic services that reflect your uniqueness and supports your personal values. Services are offered evenings and weekends to accommodate the needs of those who find it more convenient to meet outside of normal business hours.

As a semi-retired practitioner, my aim is to provide affordable and effective counseling (not clinical therapy) to folks needing to get ‘unstuck’. Our focus will center largely on how to manage/enhance day to day challenges such as relationships, dealing with anxiety and depression, and rediscovery of your sense of purpose, meaning and direction in life. Our work together will be a collaborative process that builds on both your emerging insights and the application of concrete steps that lead you to making choices and taking steps that promote your ability to be happy in your life.

Therapy is not always an easy thing to seek out and I recognize the strength and vulnerability it can take. Whether you're just starting to explore therapy, or have tried it before, we will work together to help you get to where you want to be.

We all have losses in our lives, and we need to grieve them. Change always brings about loss - sometimes even positive change. Whether you are grieving the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a job, or you are experiencing another kind of life change -- I can help.

Establishing yourself, and your identity, is a lifelong process. You are not alone when you face questions including: Who am I? What is my purpose? Who do I want in my life? What do I stand for? Why am I here? When we consider these questions, along with countless others branching from these, you might find yourself overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or frustrated. Attempting to navigate this process, you may face societal expectations, dysfunctional family dynamics, economic challenges or other stressors operating against you. While desire to be stable, authentic, and true to self is shared, your story will always be unique.

Growing up can be challenging in itself. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and other additional challenges can make it difficult to navigate transitions, social relationships, and everyday life. You may be seeking an external support to work through everyday struggles with, or assistance with a mental health concern. Or, you are looking for a temporary support to help with processing a traumatic event or navigating a transition. Everyone deserves support, especially when they recognize they need it. I specialize in working with high college-aged women facing these challenges.

I am effective working with all personality types and temperaments because I will always respect and appreciate you as a unique and special soul, created by God. I enjoy assisting married couples, adults and teens with choosing better ways to communicate so that relationships grow and friendships flourish. We will discuss everything important to YOU. If desired, we will discuss the significance of finding meaning and purpose in life, and the integration of Christian ideals in an often confusing world. We will set clear goals and I will help you have fun while we work together to achieve them!

I would like to first start with saying Congratulations to making the first step in prioritizing your mental health! It is a courageous decision to work on ourselves! Therapy can be the beginning of a life changing endeavor for many and it all begins with you. HI! My name is Erin and I, too, have made that same decision in my life to seek better understanding of myself as well as working through challenges that have gotten me “stuck” at times in my life. I share this because I feel it important for my patients to know that my own personal journey allows me to be empathetic and compassionate to patient’s needs and struggles.

Shit has hit the fan and now you are left with the mess and while you are generally the one to help others, you are probably wondering where everybody goes when it's you who needs support. You may even start to wonder if you were kidding yourself to believe that you deserve to be helped the way you help others. Perhaps you are considering keeping quiet about your own struggles so you are not disappointed when others don't pull through for you. You have a right to your feelings, you deserve to be heard, and you deserve to heal as much as you help others heal. You can live your best life

I have counseled hundreds of people for more than 35 years, dealing with dozens of issues.