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Kahlia Burruss

Therapist
~1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Stress management, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over six years of experience working with adolescents and adults. I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have a background in both psychology and criminal justice, allowing me to take a well-rounded, trauma-informed approach to care.

I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions by building practical skills and healthier thought patterns. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to each individual.

I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, gain insight, and work toward meaningful change.

My approach to therapy

I take a collaborative, client-centered approach, creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable being open and supported.

I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), helping clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns while building healthier behaviors. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, offering practical tools to improve daily functioning.

I also incorporate strengths-based, trauma-informed care and draw on DBT skills when helpful, to support emotional regulation and coping. My goal is to help you gain insight, build effective skills, and feel more in control of your life.

What you can expect from me

I create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment while also encouraging accountability and active participation. I believe therapy is a collaborative process—progress, growth, and change require effort from both of us. I come prepared and engaged, and I expect clients to show up ready to do the work so we can create meaningful, lasting outcomes together.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    ~1 year of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Niagara University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Stress management, Trauma
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Identity issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Gestalt, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    60 Eiseman Avenue Apt 2
    Buffalo, NY 14217