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Top therapists in Buffalo, NY accepting new patients

Buffalo residents deserve accessible mental health support. Headway's network of 8,993 providers serves communities including Elmwood Village, Allentown, and the Waterfront District. Sessions cover talk therapy and medication management, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.

Mary-Lucinda Palmieri

Mary-Lucinda Palmieri

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.9 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“Clients can expect to walk away feeling challenged to a new perspective and gain skills to practice outside of session for an empowering outlook.”
Anxiety, Trauma
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alia Cross

Alia Cross

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I've been on both sides of "the therapy couch", as a survivor/thriver with Bipolar I Disorder & as a LMHC.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Heather Henry Rawlins

Heather Henry Rawlins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“All people have a deep well of resources for healing and growth within them that life experiences and the noisy world cover up.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Brooks Denton-Zimmerman

Brooks Denton-Zimmerman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“My work affirming, social justice–oriented, and grounded in the belief that symptoms are adaptive responses rather than disorders to be fixed.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wayne Brown

Wayne Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.5 mi away • Buffalo, NY


If there is one common human emotion, it is a feeling that we are doing the best we can, with the options we see as available to us. We like to feel we always make our best decisions.


Throughout my career, I have had the honor of working with people at all levels of life. Many who are seeking change, and some who have been forced to talk with a therapist. All of whom are, on some level, scared of the change they are seeking.

Whatever brings you here, I offer warmth and compassion.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elisabeth Burn

Elisabeth Burn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I am passionate about working with clients who have experienced trauma and supporting clients in making meaning from these events, while forging a new perspective and identifying skills and strategies to manage their symptoms.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Caroline Horrigan-Maurer

Caroline Horrigan-Maurer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“As a trauma-focused therapist, I help individuals understand and reshape their relationship with stress.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yvonne Cavanaugh

Yvonne Cavanaugh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • Kenmore, NY


“With an empathic approach and an extensive background of over 25 years in behavioral health, I am comfortable working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Hilary Grooms

Hilary Grooms

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I believe meaningful change happens when compassion is paired with insight and personal responsibility.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Paul Pasternak

Paul Pasternak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I've worked with a wide range of individuals; people suffering from severe chronic mental health disabilities, children and families, and adults seeking to bring positive change to their lives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Michael Guerin

Michael Guerin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“It is my belief that we have an innate ability to be resilient at times in which our lens may become scratched, foggy, or even cracked.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michele Beal

Michele Beal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“As a certified EMDR therapist with training in somatic and parts work, I help individuals process adverse experiences, including trauma and dissociation, that may be impacting their current lives.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Russ Blackstone

Russ Blackstone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I foster a therapeutic environment that feels positive, safe, friendly, open, encouraging, creative, and solution-focused.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Siclari

Elizabeth Siclari

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Amherst, NY


“My style is warm, direct, and deeply attuned. I integrate EMDR, trauma‐focused therapy, IFS/parts work, and expressive arts therapy...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brittany Manchester

Brittany Manchester

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Amherst, NY


“I see therapy as being in the passenger seat with the road map, and you tell me what the destination is.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Pew

David Pew

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Kenmore, NY


I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience working in the field. I am passionate about what I do and feel very fortunate to have worked with a very diverse and inspiring group of individuals, families and community providers in my time in the field. I also love hiking, biking and spending as much time as I can with my family.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Rutherford

Richard Rutherford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • West Seneca, NY


“Clients feel empowered after sessions with me. Clients are the experts in their own lives and will determine their own course of treatment by developing their own treatment plan goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tori Dykstra

Tori Dykstra

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.9 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“As a queer person, I am passionate about offering a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community to access mental health care.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Timothy Greco

Timothy Greco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Kenmore, NY


“Each session includes supportive psychotherapy, which gives patients the chance to talk through their challenges and build new coping skills.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miranda Albini

Miranda Albini

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Amherst, NY


● Provides supportive psychotherapy for clients dealing with a variety of mental health

concerns, trauma, and life events

● Develops and implements treatment plans

● Completes evaluative assessments and collaborates with psychiatrists to diagnose clients

● Attends weekly supervision and team meetings to facilitate personal growth

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Laquita Dawkins

Laquita Dawkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • West Seneca, NY


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. I work with adolescents and adults ages 13-65 experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, insomnia, mood disorders, trauma-related concerns, and substance use challenges. My practice focuses on integrative psychiatry, combining traditional psychiatric treatment with lifestyle, nutrition, sleep optimization, and wellness strategies to support whole-person healing. I am especially passionate about helping individuals from diverse backgrounds, including BIPOC communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, college students, and young professionals.

Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Sleep disorder
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jola Dzierzynska

Jola Dzierzynska

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Amherst, NY


“As a counselor, I utilize cognitive, behavioral as well as humanistic, existential & Jungian perspectives to serve my clients.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly McCarty

Holly McCarty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.6 mi away • Tonawanda, NY


“I specialize in mental health and behavioral health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, ADHD, and oppositional defiant disorder...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abigail Nunn

Abigail Nunn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.6 mi away • Tonawanda, NY


“At the heart of my practice as a holistic trauma therapist is the belief that everyone deserves to feel heard, supported, and encouraged...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jill Lyons

Jill Lyons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Amherst, NY


“I provide a comforting, safe space which allows for growth, empowerment, and change in the lives of clients.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Deborah Schwagler

Deborah Schwagler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I am a licensed mental health counselor with diagnostic privileges, specializing in trauma-informed care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Daryl Taberski

Daryl Taberski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Williamsville, NY


“I aim to provide a therapeutic environment that is supportive, healing, collaborative, trauma-informed and judgement free.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Wilcox

Robert Wilcox

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Williamsville, NY


“I do my best to create a warm, safe, non judgemental place for all clients, as it is through vulnerability that we are able to heal.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Brautlacht

Megan Brautlacht

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Amherst, NY


“Life brings us too much to do it alone - let me provide you with a safe and supportive place where we can work together on addressing your struggles and develop skills to move forward.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eric Todd

Eric Todd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I take a nonjudgmental approach that balances an appreciation for who you are and the challenges you are facing along with a compassionate push for change and growth.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michelle Volpe

Michelle Volpe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I specialize in working with children, teens and adults with anxiety, depression, ODD, ADHD, bipolar infertility, and much more.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krystina Kasprzyk

Krystina Kasprzyk

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.1 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I am dedicated to teaching you how to implement effective skills in order to decrease anxiety, depression, and overall life stress.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Fraize

Natalie Fraize

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Amherst, NY


“I continuously saw clients with co-occurring chronic mental and physical health conditions. That led me to create my own practice where I focus on the mind-body connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Panic disorders
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joseph Kemp

Joseph Kemp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I bring over 15 years of experience helping children, adults, and couples with trauma, & relationships.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sunny Sisley

Sunny Sisley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.8 mi away • Getzville, NY


Hello! I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), and I am committed to helping you feel supported and understood from day one through your life's challenges with compassion and care. My training and clinical experience have equipped me to work with people facing anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and life transitions. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel respected and heard. My goal is to help you build insight, resilience, and practical tools for lasting emotional well-being.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Sean O'Dell

Dr. Sean O'Dell

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • Buffalo, NY


Hi there! I'm Dr. Sean. I help people break out of vicious cycles and build a life they love to live.

I work with individuals from birth to age 30, and their families. My specialty is treating ADHD and other complex issues for which help is often hard to find.

In addition to my doctoral training, I completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Geisinger in pediatric psychology (2014). I am a licensed psychologist in PA and NY.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kimberly Hilliker

Kimberly Hilliker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“My therapeutic approach is interactive, practical and down to earth. My goal is to build a strong therapeutic relationship with a foundation of trust.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lauren Lutey

Lauren Lutey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I balance compassion with gentle challenge—supporting you while also helping you recognize patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Joy Mercer

Joy Mercer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Amherst, NY


“Clients can expect to learn and empower their own personal strengths, resilience, and insight to live the best versions of themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ann Frank

Ann Frank

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Hamburg, NY


“Therapy is not always easy but clients often leave sessions saying they feel hopeful, relieved, and/or validated.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Buffalo, NY

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Buffalo, NY
There are over 80 therapists in Buffalo, NY accepting new patients.
80+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 78%Stress management
  • 74%Trauma
  • 73%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 91%Cigna
  • 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 55%United Healthcare
  • 54%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 75%Woman
  • 25%Man
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 43%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 30%Family therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 18%Couples therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Buffalo

Searching for therapists in Buffalo starts with knowing what kind of support you want. Buffalo therapy options may include help with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, or life transitions. As you compare Buffalo NY therapists, look for someone whose listed specialties, training, and therapy approach match your needs. A therapist’s bio can show whether they use approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.

In a mid-size market like Buffalo, your search may include therapists with offices near Elmwood Village, Allentown, North Buffalo, downtown, or nearby suburbs, along with therapists who offer virtual appointments across New York. Some people prefer in-person sessions close to home or work, while others choose virtual care for more scheduling options. Before booking, review whether a therapist is accepting new clients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, provides a free phone consultation, and describes a communication style that feels like a good match.

Therapy in Buffalo can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for a Buffalo therapist, counselor in Buffalo NY, psychologist in Buffalo, or support for couples therapy in Buffalo by showing therapists who match your preferences, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and offer upfront cost estimates when your coverage can be verified. You can browse profiles, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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