About

I am a dedicated LMHC who has experience working with LGBTQ+, People of Color (POC), and HIV+ populations, mental health (in both inpatient and outpatient settings), and chemical dependency/dual diagnosis clients (in both inpatient and outpatient settings).

I am a very outgoing person as well as a compassionate and empathetic person-centered caregiver. My counseling style is direct and interactive and uses humor therapeutically. My therapeutic approach combines solution focused, cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral counseling. Additionally, I am trained in domestic violence, LGBTQ+ issues, BIPOC issues, teaching assertive communication skills, veterans issues (I am a veteran of the US Army), and chronic pain and disabilities.

It always takes an open mind and a courageous heart to step outside of your comfort zone and look to someone else for help. I look forward to helping you on your journey to discovery, recovery and healing. I have personally struggled with depression and anxiety for the majority of my life, thus giving me a much more in-depth understanding of these hefty diagnoses. I hope to talk with you soon. Take good care in the meantime.

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Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor

Organization Name: Bestself Behavioral Health, Inc.

Gender

Female

Client Focus

  • Children (6 To 10)
  • Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)

Therapy Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ Issues
  • Life Coaching
  • Multicultural Issues
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Orientation

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Modality

  • Couples

Education

  • Medaille University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

Years in Practice

9 years

Languages

  • English

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 101Y00000X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Counselor

Credentials

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Licenses

Name License Number State
LMHC 011230 Verify NY

Practice Locations

430 Niagara St

Buffalo, NY 14201-1886

Phone Number: (716) 856-2587

Fax Number: (716) 856-2608

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