Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) therapists in Amherst, NY
Browse Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) therapists in Amherst, New York. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Jack Szary
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC-D
I provide therapy for adults experiencing anxiety, chronic stress, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties, with a focus on helping high-functioning individuals who feel overwhelmed, self-critical, or emotionally "stuck". My approach is collaborative, structured, and insight-oriented, combining evidence-based strategies with deeper exploration of emotional and relational patterns to support meaningful, lasting change. Clients often appreciate my thoughtful, direct, and supportive style, as well as the practical tools they gain to better manage emotions, improve relationships, and navigate life with greater clarity and confidence. I offer a professional, supportive space for individuals seeking both understanding and forward momentum, and I welcome those ready to engage intentionally in the therapeutic process.
5 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY (Online Only)
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Willow Health
Psychiatrist
Willow Health offers patients immediate access to our virtual crisis clinic that provides personalized, recovery-oriented care for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. We care for patients with a wide range of conditions including major depressive disorder with suicidal ideations, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, post traumatic stress disorder, among others.
Willow's clinical team can see new patients as soon as the day of initial referral. All care sessions are held virtually so patients can efficiently access care from the comfort and privacy of their own home.
Willow Health's clinical staff includes licensed psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, certified peers and care managers with significant expertise in treating and supporting patients with behavioral health disorders.
8 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY (Online Only)
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Dr. Erica Gardner-Schuster
Psychologist, PhD
I am a specialized trauma- & attachment-oriented group therapist committed to helping adults heal, grow and cultivate more fulfilling relationships and lives. In my groups, healing happens in the context of a safe therapeutic community of fellow travelers who can relate, help each other feel less alone, and support one another in making the changes needed to get more out of life. I also use a liberation psychology lens to help group members explore the intersection of cultural and identify factors and mental health and feel more confident and empowered in their lives.
Group therapy can help you find deeper meaning and connection through the practice of authenticity: "letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are" (Brené Brown). By helping you bring your full authentic self into connection, Group can help you transcend loneliness to find more fulfilling relationships. Group can help you lean into your life with more courage, compassion and vulnerability. Group can support your unique journey as you find your way home to where you belong, and to the relationships that sustain you.
16 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY (Online Only)
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Jazmin Melendez
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
I believe every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and respected for who they are and the experiences that have shaped them. As someone who identifies as queer and is part of the LGBTQ+ community, I understand the importance of having spaces where you can show up as your full self without judgment or the need to explain who you are. I value culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ affirming, and identity-affirming care, and recognize that culture, family, identity, and lived experience are important parts of each person’s story. I approach therapy with curiosity, compassion, honesty, and humanity, while honoring both the challenges you’re carrying and the strengths that have helped you navigate them. I also believe there should be room for humor and genuine connection in therapy. My hope is that our work helps you feel more understood, connected to yourself, and empowered to move forward in a way that feels authentic to you.
I work with children, teens, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, relationships, identity, stress, neurodivergence, and life transitions. You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of what comes next. My goal is to create a space where you can be honest about what’s happening, feel understood, and work together toward greater clarity, confidence, and meaningful change.
3 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY (Online Only)
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Mind Body Connections
Counselor/Therapist
Mind Body Connections is a group practice with locations in Naperville and Chicago, and the professional home of 10 highly skilled therapists each in their areas of expertise. We believe in the importance of identifying and attending to the root cause of the issues that brought you to seek therapy at this time. By working with us, you will gain skills to support yourself outside of the therapy hour and feel more empowered to tackle life's challenges. As the owner of Mind Body Connections, I will personally do your intake within less than 48 hours and place you with the clinician that will best meet your needs.
28 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) therapists in Amherst, NY Statistics
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) therapists in Amherst, NY average 13 years of experience and charge around $195 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (79%), and Trauma and PTSD (70%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$195
Accept insurance
54%
Offer sliding scale
59%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 79% | Depression |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 59% | Stress |
| 47% | Loss or Grief |
| 47% | Social Anxiety |
| 47% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Teen |
| 48% | Senior |
| 32% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 42% | Men |
| 32% | Black / African American |
| 32% | Hispanic / Latino |