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Couples therapists in Buffalo, NY


Top couples therapists in Buffalo, NY
Navigate relationship challenges with evidence-based couples therapy in Buffalo. Our network of warm, solution-oriented providers specializes in helping partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and build stronger connections. Flexible scheduling and virtual options make it easy to prioritize your relationship.
You've been carrying something heavy — maybe for years. The kind of weight that doesn't show on the outside but makes everything feel harder: getting through a workday, trusting people, feeling safe in your own body. Whether you're navigating trauma, PTSD, OCD, depression, or anxiety — or healing from experiences of sexual or physical abuse — you don't have to keep managing this alone. I work with adults across New York, including women, Black and multicultural clients, and LGBTQ+ individuals who are done shrinking and ready for something to actually shift.
Hello, I'm Dr. Maria Cristina Cintrón Laboy, a bilingual (English/Spanish), bicultural therapist with over 20 years of experience. I specialize in working with adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, stress-related concerns, and adjustment to medical illness.
Hello and welcome!
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in NY who believes deeply in supporting my clients through all lifes challenges and growing pains.
Together, I strive to create a warm and inviting space of growth and opportunity to feel more peace internally.
True healing isn't just about managing symptoms — it's about addressing the whole person.
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who believes that lasting stability and happiness require working on three levels: your physical experience, your emotional patterns, and your spiritual wellbeing. When all three are addressed together, real change becomes possible.
I work with clients to identify what's getting in the way of the life they want — and build the tools, insight, and coping strategies to actually get there.
I am a License Mental Health Counselor in New York that works with marital counseling clients and those experiencing relationship issues and who are struggling with their sense of self confidence. My ideal client is someone who is committed to the process of self-introspection and wants to be held accountable to reach their goals. I specialize in counseling women and men on self-esteem, worth & actualization. I also support clients affected by bullying, narcissistic abuse as well as those dealing with complicated grief. As your therapist, I will assist you in discovering or uncovering yourself.
Hi, I'm Sheila, a psychotherapist providing services for over 15 years. I currently specialize in treating OCD and anxiety disorders for individuals of all ages. Common challenges my clients face involve rumination, intrusive thoughts and related behaviors that can present barriers to well-being. In addition to my area of specialization, I enjoy working with couples as well as people experiencing depression, grief, trauma and life transitions.
I'm a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Registered Drama Therapist, and Ph.D. in Organizational Development. My personal and professional work in social and racial justice informs my commitment to addressing the impact of trauma among those who identify as caregivers, protectors and fighters.
I've been working with clients in New York for over 30 years after completing psychoanalytic training. My decades of experience enable me to grasp and appreciate the complexity of the people I work with as I guide them to achieve lasting change. I feel fortunate that I've been able to engage in such an emotionally rewarding profession in which deep human connections are pursued and valued. Also, I specialize in working with adult males seeking change.
About our couples therapists in Buffalo, NY



- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 91%Stress management
- 89%Relationship issues
- 82%Trauma

- 97%Aetna
- 85%Cigna
- 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 77%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 41%Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York

- 99%English
- 12%Spanish
- 2%Russian
- 2%French
- 2%Hebrew

- 89%Online only
- 11%In-person or online

- 81%Woman
- 18%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 46%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 33%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 7%Clinical Psychologist
- 5%Nurse Practitioner

- 100%Individual therapy
- 72%Couples therapy
- 54%Family therapy
- 21%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions


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Headway makes it easy to find support for your relationship — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Couples Therapist in Buffalo
Finding couples therapists in Buffalo starts with knowing what you and your partner want to work on together. Couples therapy and marriage counseling can support communication patterns, recurring conflict, trust after infidelity, parenting disagreements, and major life transitions. Not all therapists have specific training in couples work, so it can help to look for a licensed marriage and family therapist or a therapist who lists couples-focused approaches, such as the Gottman Method or emotionally focused therapy, in their bio.
In a mid-size city like Buffalo, the right fit often comes down to both clinical match and logistics. Some couples prefer an in-person office near home, work, or a familiar part of the city, while others use virtual appointments to make scheduling easier for two people. As you compare Buffalo couples counseling options, look at appointment availability, whether each therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a brief consultation. Reading profiles can also show how a therapist structures sessions and works with both partners.
Couples therapy in Buffalo can be a significant investment 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 makes it easier to find therapists who provide couples therapy, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and list available times, so you can review bios, compare fit, 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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