Therapists in Dunkirk, NY
Margaret Lorenz
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
26 years offering treatment
Welcome! You've come to the right place. I am a licensed clinical social worker living in New York with over 20 years of experience working with parents, adolescents, and families. I have treated individuals facing challenges with depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, family conflict, life changes, relationship issues, and grief. I enjoy working with people and helping them uncover the tools to assist them in living a fully actualized lives. I function as a guide, however, you will be the one in control, we work as fast or as slow as you need, when you need it. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, psycho-dynamic, and strengths-based counseling. I will tailor our discussions and treatment plan based on your individual needs. Asking for help is the hardest step, doing so exhibits great courage and self awareness. You are starting down an unfamiliar but better path. Let's chat about you choose to take next step towards healing, happiness, and change. I am looking forward to meeting you and hearing your story.
Elizabeth Cali
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW,LMSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
20 years offering treatment
Hello: I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist with over 10 years of experience working as therapist .I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues , legal issues, with a special focus in addictions and mental health issues. I am a Certified Trauma Professional as of 12-3-2020. I have helped many people who have experienced physical and emotional abuse causing anxiety and depression. I consider the client/therapist relationship to be the most important thing in counseling. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and motivational interviewing counseling styles. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you! SPECIALTIES Addictions Mental Health Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Also experienced in: Addictions , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Coping with life changes , ADHD , Abandonment , Family of Origin Issues , Family Problems , Isolation/Loneliness , Life Purpose , Mood Disorders , Multicultural Concerns , Post-traumatic Stress , Depression, and Anxiety Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy.
Kelly Smith
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW-R
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
30 years offering treatment
I am a clinical social worker licensed in NY with over twenty five years of experience working as a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor. I have worked with people with a wide range of situations and circumstances including but not limited to depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, parenting, OCD, ADHD, and LGBTQ+ related challenges . I have also helped many individuals who have experienced trauma . My therapy style is warm, interactive and engaging. I believe feeling validated is key in a persons life as well as being treated with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and family systems modalities. I will tailor our dialogue and professional partnership to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support you on your journey of empowerment. I look forward to working with you!
Joseph Kaiser
Clinician
License Type(s): MA LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementDepression
15 years offering treatment
As a New York State licensed mental health counselor. I have 15 years of experience working with adults ,young adults and families with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, LGBTQ issues, anger, parenting issues, relationships and communication issues. My counseling style is warm and interactive; as I believe in treating others with respect and compassion. My approaches involve CBT, DBT, Mindfulness and Solution Focused Therapy. I will taylor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your specific needs. I look forward to working with you.
Dr. Sharifa Armorer
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW-R, ND
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
26 years offering treatment
Hi I am Dr. Sharifa and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, Sound Healer, Child and Adolescence Play Therapist, Reiki practitioner and instructor. I completed my Doctorate in Traditional Naturopathy, and for two decades has worked with children & families to provide goal oriented results, helping individuals to identify & resolve challenges related to every day stressors. I provide treatment to individuals, groups, families and couples helping them identify issues related to their past and present mental health & wellbeing. My techniques include integrating sound and clinical practice of traditional mental health services with a holistic perspective architecting life one session at a time. I am warm and welcoming to all clients with the plan to assist them to achieve the goals they identify. Collaboratively we will partner for the best outcome and resolve. I am Solution focused and goal oriented and will be a great fit for anyone who is willing to work towards achieving that. I believe you have taken the very first step to the rest of your life by selecting me to partner with you! I look forward to our journey.
Erica Darrisaw
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
25 years offering treatment
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New York for over 20 years . I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Meekah Reeves
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoaching
25 years offering treatment
Hi there! My name is Meekah and I am a psychotherapist and Christian Counselor. I specialize in women’s mental health issues even though I have a diverse clientele who believe different things. I incorporate prayer into our sessions. I also enjoy sharing scriptures from the Bible with clients as a tool of encouragement as well if they feel it will be motivational. My faith has been a significant foundation along my own inner healing journey from anxiety and I am more than happy to share that testimony with you if you think it will help you heal in some small way.The resilience of human beings and our ability to grow has always captivated me. I have training in CBT and some Christian Counseling training. I received my BA in psychology and then my Masters from Columbia University in 2008 and my birth doula certification from DONA International and I am Lamaze trained.I tend to use an interpersonal and client strength focused approach when helping my clients process unresolved issues related to being a caregiver, depression, stress management, self-esteem issues and anxiety. I have been practicing as a psychotherapist for more than 20 years. I have worked in various hospital settings throughout New York City. In my spare time, I enjoy international travel, singing, cooking, spending time with family, friends and exploring the outdoors when possible. Looking forward to helping you along your healing breakthrough journey! Let’s chat to see if my services would be a good fit.
Carole Jarvie
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionADHD
15 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New York with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Jenny Martinez
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
5 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New York with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Alisha Ellis
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Georgia and New York with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Dunkirk available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Dunkirk therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Dunkirk therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Dunkirk region and in the state of New York.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Dunkirk can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Dunkirk may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Dunkirk offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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