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Top therapists in Buffalo, NY accepting new patients

Buffalo residents deserve accessible mental health support. Headway's network of 8,492 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.

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
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
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 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
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 7 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
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 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Stephanie Keating

Stephanie Keating

Therapist

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


I utilize several treatment modalities in my practice with the primary approach being trauma-focused. I am trained in EMDR and understand that there is no 'one size fits all' in therapy so I also utilize CBT, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and somatic-based therapy. I have been working in the mental health field for 14 years and in private practice for 3 years. Currently, I am focused on working with individuals 15 years and older.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul Pasternak

Paul Pasternak

Therapist

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


I schedule sessions during evening hours; 9:00am to 7:00pm Monday thru Thursday and Friday 9:00am and 12:00pm.


I’ve been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2007. 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. These experiences have given a host of tools to address your mental health needs and help you make positive change.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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
Brooke Schmit

Brooke Schmit

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.5 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I'm a warm, down-to-earth therapist who believes that therapy should feel like a space where you can show up exactly as you are- messy thoughts, big feelings, awkward moments and all!”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 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
Rebecca Ben-Merre

Rebecca Ben-Merre

Therapist

In-person • 7.2 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“Living with problems that are invisible and often misunderstood by others can make them even more painful and isolating.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 7 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
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 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Laura Spencer

Dr. Laura Spencer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.5 mi away • Hamburg, NY


“My preferred approach is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, but I use this in conjunction with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other interventions as well.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 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
Marcus Jang

Marcus Jang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Orchard Park, NY


“I place primacy in human dignity, and it is the lens through which I view every patient-provider partnership.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 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
Kristen Wojtaszek

Kristen Wojtaszek

Therapist

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


“I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported without judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tali Schwiethale

Tali Schwiethale

Therapist

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


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and person-centered. I strive to meet you where you are, listen without judgment...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lindsey Bala

Lindsey Bala

Therapist

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


Hi, I’m Lindsey, a psychotherapist who works with adult (18+) individuals navigating a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. I believe the most effective therapy is a collaborative process where we work together as a team to identify what’s not working and build practical, meaningful solutions that fit your life. My goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and actively involved in your own healing.

We begin by building a strong therapeutic alliance—creating a space that feels safe, nonjudgmental, and grounded in trust. From there, we explore your specific needs, patterns, and goals in a way that feels respectful of your pace and readiness.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Downie

Jennifer Downie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Buffalo, NY


I came to therapy from teaching, and that background shapes how I show up: I'm used to adapting to who's in front of me, reading what's unsaid, and finding an approach that actually fits the person — not just the presenting concern.

I work with adolescents and adults on trauma, PTSD, anxiety, panic, maternal mental health, grief, and family stress. EMDR is a core part of my practice — particularly for clients whose past experiences still affect how they feel and function today, even when they'd rather they didn't.

I keep a small, intentional caseload. If you'd like to see if we're a good fit, I offer a free phone consultation before we commit to anything.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paige Schultze

Paige Schultze

Therapist

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


“My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative. I tailor my approach to each individual, focusing on the underlying root of individuals' challenges...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kathleen Meyer

Kathleen Meyer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Bowmansville, NY


It takes a tremendous amount of courage to reach out to a therapist for help with life's difficult challenges, and to find hope in the midst of struggle. It is my joy as a therapist, and as a human being, to help individuals find that hope within themselves. I have many years of experience helping individuals of all ages with anxiety, depression, relationship and communication issues, anger management, PTSD, childhood trauma, ADHD, substance use and grief and loss. I especially enjoy working with young people trying to navigate these challenges. I also work with couples and older adults. Grief and loss is an area of expertise.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jean Bennett

Jean Bennett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Lancaster, NY


“I pride myself on being genuine, keeping things simple, and making people comfortable in the therapy process.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
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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 67 therapists in Buffalo, NY accepting new patients.
67+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 79%Stress management
  • 75%Trauma
  • 73%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 55%Oxford
  • 55%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%Polish
  • 1%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 27%Man
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 42%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 4%Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 19%Couples therapy

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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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