Kaylee Damm

Along with an MA in Mental Health Counseling, I have an advanced certificate in LGBTQ health, education, and social services. Previous to this, I graduated with a BA in Psychology and a minor in Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies from the University of Rochester. I have worked with people of various sexualities, genders, races, and ages. The counseling I provide is often focused on relationship conflicts, sex-related topics, gender identity, internal family systems, self-esteem issues, anger, anxiety and depression. I often see clients who may want to make improvements to their confidence, relationships, or simply have a safe space to discuss everyday issues regarding their mental well-being.

I approach clients with an affirming and kind stance to encourage feelings of safety and comfort. I am also likely to acknowledge when patterns are not serving them in order to help them find alternatives. I like to say that my client has the driving wheel as I sit in the passenger seat as the educator. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, among others when appropriate.

I want my clients to feel empowered to make their own decisions that align with the goals they have set for treatment. They will often leave the session with a set intention to work on until the time of the next meeting.