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Top family therapists in Buffalo, NY

Building healthier family connections starts with the right support. Headway offers flexible therapy options across Buffalo's neighborhoods, with providers trained in evidence-based approaches to family wellness and relationship growth.

Erica Johnson

Erica Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I have experience in emergency or acute psychiatry, Child and adolescent psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, addiction and many more.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Heather Chase

Heather Chase

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pamela Schindler-Thomsen

Pamela Schindler-Thomsen

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Through integrative therapies, including traditional talk therapy, Art therapy, and mindfulness practices, we will work to confront fears and negative thoughts...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Berger

Alexis Berger

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy is to meet you exactly where you are and collaborate on realistic goals that promote healing, growth, and overall well-being.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Sompolski

Anna Sompolski

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I decided to become a therapist to empower people to find their voices in the way that I found mine.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Debbie Dinsmore

Debbie Dinsmore

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“With a focus on building resilience and fostering self-awareness, I help clients identify negative thought patterns and develop effective coping mechanisms.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Grace Sullivan

Grace Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Im a Native New Yorker and a Clinal Social Worer, with over 20 years experience in a vareity of settings. My style is best described as warm, understanding, honest and direct.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Eli Ryp

Eli Ryp

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I have nearly 15 years of experience supporting adults and professionals who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. I’m licensed in NY, NJ, Arizona and Florida, and my focus is on creating a warm, safe, and collaborative space where we can work toward your goals together.

I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of meaningful growth. You are the captain of the ship, guiding the direction of your healing, and I serve as a trusted co-captain helping you navigate the course. I may offer tools or “homework” to support your progress between sessions, but I also value simply holding space for you to reflect and be yourself.

Compassion and integrity are central to my therapeutic process—I show up with consistency, care, and professionalism so you always feel supported and understood. Together, we’ll focus on cultivating deeper self-awareness, emotional balance, and more fulfilling connections in your life.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joshua Locantore

Joshua Locantore

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical: we'll identify what's fueling anxiety, panic, intrusive thoughts, health fears, or trauma responses, then build skills you can use between sessions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Juanita O'Neil

Juanita O'Neil

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Albany, NY


“My goals have always been to help people reach a healthy level of functioning and to provide support to those who are ready for change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Anisha Morgan

Anisha Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm a soul-led therapist who believes that healing is sacred work. I honor where you are in your journey and walk alongside you with deep respect, warmth, and compassion.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Waddy

Brittany Waddy

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I take a warm, down-to-earth approach and believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can show up as you are.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Ogle

Anna Ogle

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to provide a therapuetic experience that provides empathy, acceptance, confidentiality and also facilitates that process of you gaining clarity about your life journey.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Isereau

Carrie Isereau

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I work with children, parents, and couples, helping families navigate life's challenges, strengthen relationships, and develop healthier patterns of communication and connection. Whether your child is experiencing emotional or behavioral difficulties, you're facing parenting challenges, or you're seeking to improve your relationship with your partner, I approach therapy with compassion, curiosity, and respect for your unique experiences

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marlisha Germain

Marlisha Germain

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I have over 15 years of social work experience, working primarily with adults and elderly population.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michiko Yamaguchi

Michiko Yamaguchi

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“With over 25 years of experience working with adolescents in schools and adults in private practice, I bring cultural sensitivity and clinical expertise to every session.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Catherine Valencia

Dr. Catherine Valencia

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe every person already carries strengths and skills that have helped them navigate challenges.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Evan Styron

Evan Styron

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Garden City, NY


“My down-to-earth approach helps clients feel comfortable and safe to explore and grow in skills to manage difficult and challenging areas of development.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Watkins

Lisa Watkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Paltz, NY


“I work with clients is to help assess strengths and insight toward discovering strategies to better understand the self and move toward healthier ways of managing life's challenges.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Kamila Ledoux

Kamila Ledoux

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I guide my clients to create optimal well being for themselves by choosing thoughts and behaviors that work for them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jorge Garcia

Jorge Garcia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I focus on delivering holistic care that places you at the heart of the treatment process, ensuring clients receive the highest quality of care possible.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nidhin Samuel

Nidhin Samuel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Floral Park, NY


“Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner providing comprehensive evaluation and medication management for anxiety, ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, and trauma-related conditions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kasandra Cardona

Kasandra Cardona

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that everyone deserves a safe, supportive space to be heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Heli Apelbaum

Heli Apelbaum

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy is ecletic - which means: Depending on your problem we may use any technique which has proven helpful.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Karla Emperatriz Marmolejos

Karla Emperatriz Marmolejos

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Dare to Flourish: Your Journey to Healing Starts Here

​Healing isn’t just about getting through the day; it’s about rediscovering the strength to grow into your most authentic self. I am dedicated to helping you navigate life’s most difficult transitions.

​Whether you are seeking individual, family, or couples therapy, my goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can process grief, strengthen relationships, and find your footing again. Together, we will work to move beyond just surviving—we will work so you can truly flourish.

As a bilingual clinician, I offer therapy in both English and Spanish, ensuring that language is never a barrier to expressing your deepest emotions or cultural nuances.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rosemarie Ieda Gargano

Dr. Rosemarie Ieda Gargano

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm eclectic — which means I don't apply one method to every person. I draw on EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches depending on what fits you...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Megan Black

Megan Black

Therapist

Virtual • East Rochester, NY


“I help people understand why they feel stuck and what it actually takes to change it, not just manage it.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Derrick Jordan

Derrick Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My practice is client-centered, and rooted in respect, collaboration, and understanding of each client's lived experience.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rupert Thompson

Dr. Rupert Thompson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


My goal is to help you feel better—not just temporarily, but long-term.

As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I provide comprehensive evidence-based care for children and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, and other mental health concerns. I combine medication management with supportive psychotherapy to create personalized treatment plans that help patients achieve lasting wellness. I also specialize in evaluating and treating treatment-resistant depression, including determining whether advanced therapies such as Spravato® (esketamine) may be appropriate. My goal is to ensure every patient feels heard, supported, and empowered with a clear path toward recovery.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
David Caton

David Caton

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use a person-centered, trauma informed approach, supporting and assisting people in creating their best lives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Anna Moretti

Anna Moretti

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I know well that starting therapy can feel formidable and thoroughly overwhelming, and on occasion, the absolute hardest step of all is merely beginning. In spite of that, you are here, and you are actively setting out on your personal journey to heal and reconstruct. I warmly invite the opportunity to communicate with you and learn how I might best help you. My professional style is kind, deeply empathetic, and shared.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carmen Valentin

Carmen Valentin

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Carmen takes a client-centered, nonjudgmental approach, creating a safe and supportive space where individuals can openly explore their experiences and build resilience.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Grace Adwabour

Grace Adwabour

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I believe in building trust and creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel respected and heard.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley O'Brien

Ashley O'Brien

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I enjoy a person-centered approach, placing you in the driver's seat, determining our speed and destination, while I ride along beside you, providing support and guidance throughout the journey.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mackenson David

Mackenson David

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Therapy is a collaborative effort between therapist and client that start with client educating their therapist on the reasons for seeking services.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Doyle

Brian Doyle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York, NY


“I believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship with clients is essential to providing the best care.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alpana Patel

Alpana Patel

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I firmly believe that everyone deserves to share their story in a nonjudgmental and supportive context while gaining insight into the impact their experiences have on their lives.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sabra Johnson

Sabra Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Change is hard, even when people want it. Therefore, it's important to collaborate with clients to find out what they have already tried...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Stella Okechukwu

Dr. Stella Okechukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, schizophrenia, eating disorders in children, adolescents and adults.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Natacha Gordon

Natacha Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“With 10 years of clinical, assessment, and research experience, in addition to my lived experience as a person with multiple intersecting identities, I can utilize these experiences to help bring context to clients in our session.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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Find the right counselor for your family

Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in Buffalo

Finding family therapists in Buffalo starts with identifying what your family wants to work on together. Family therapy can support concerns like parenting conflict, adolescent struggles, blended family dynamics, and communication across generations. A family therapist is trained to work with the relational system, not just one person. As you compare therapists, look for listed experience with family counseling, marriage counseling, couples counseling, or a therapist specializing in blended families if those needs match your situation.

Buffalo has a range of therapists across the city and nearby communities, with both in-person and virtual appointment options. Virtual care can add more flexibility if it is hard for multiple family members to meet in the same office. Session structure may also vary. Some sessions may include the full family, while others may focus on parents, siblings, partners, or individual family members. Before booking, read each therapist’s bio to understand their approach, availability, and whether they offer a free phone consultation to discuss fit and session structure.

Family counseling in Buffalo, NY 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 therapists who are accepting new patients, review bios, verify insurance, see estimated out-of-pocket costs, 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.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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