Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Amherst, New York NY
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Dr. Michelle Woogen
Psychologist, PsyD
Are you experiencing an increase in stress, anxiety, or depression? Does life feel more difficult that usual? Do you feel stuck and unsure how to move forward? I would be happy to work with you to help you address what is causing your distress and get you back to the life you desire. We will carefully explore your stressors at a pace that is comfortable for you, pull from your strengths, and pinpoint how to overcome the barriers that are currently holding you back from the lifestyle you want and deserve.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Amherst, NY
Online in Amherst, NY New York
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Erikka Cole
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC-D
Finding the right therapist is hard. We want to make it a little easier.
At Creative Resilience, we're a small group of therapists who genuinely care about the people we work with. We offer virtual therapy for teens and adults across New York, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Florida, and we take real care in matching each person to the right fit, because that's where the work actually begins.
Whether you're carrying something heavy, feeling stuck in the same patterns, or just sensing that something needs to change, you deserve support that meets you where you are, not where you "should" be. Our sessions are unhurried, nonjudgmental, and grounded in approaches that actually work.
We're currently accepting new clients. Reach out and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.
8 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY New York (Online Only)
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Yuanfei Zhang
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
I became a therapist because I know what it means to be between worlds.
As someone who has navigated different cultures, languages, and identities, I understand the particular kind of loneliness that comes when your inner life doesn't quite have words yet — or when the words you have don't translate. That experience lives at the heart of everything I do.
I work primarily with women and individuals in the perinatal space — pregnancy, postpartum, fertility, and loss — as well as college students and immigrants standing at crossroads moments in their lives. These are the seasons when we most need someone who can hold complexity without rushing to fix it.
My training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) gives me a framework, but honestly, what guides me most is curiosity. I want to know what your life actually feels like from the inside — what you carry, what you've adapted to, what you've quietly set aside. I want to know how your culture shaped the way you love, grieve, and ask for help. And I want to sit with you in all of it, without judgment, without a predetermined destination.
Clients tell me our sessions feel like finally exhaling. My hope is that over time, that feeling stops being something you only find in a therapy room — and starts becoming something you carry with you.
4 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY New York (Online Only)
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Abby Leefer, LCSW-R - Perspectives Counseling of LI
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R
Life can be messy, unpredictable, and overwhelming—and it’s normal to feel unsure about what to do sometimes. Our therapists have been there, and understand what it’s like to navigate life’s ups and downs. We use humanistic, client-centered approaches alongside evidence-based practices, to focus on you as a whole person, listen without judgment, and work together to help you find clarity and understand your life better, while offering support and practical guidance.
22 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY New York
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Susana Scotti, Journey Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PhD
I am a licensed psychologist with over 12 years of experience dedicated to helping individuals navigate the deeper patterns that drive emotional pain, addiction, and relationship struggles. My work focuses not only on symptom relief, but on understanding and healing the underlying experiences that shape how you think, feel, and connect with others. I am passionate about helping people get the most out of life and am committed to providing quality, individualized services to meet your specific needs. I provide Telehealth sessions in New York and California, in English and in Spanish, offering increased flexibility, convenience and privacy for sessions. Through a supportive, nonjudgmental process, we work through root causes and build skills to create meaningful, lasting change.
13 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY New York (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Amherst, New York Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Amherst, New York average 10 years of experience and charge around $180 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (80%), and Trauma and PTSD (70%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$180
Accept insurance
68%
Offer sliding scale
70%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
Online Only |
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| 43% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 80% | Depression |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 68% | Stress |
| 65% | Loss or Grief |
| 58% | Social Anxiety |
| 55% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 85% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 58% | LGBTQ+ |
| 53% | Men |
| 33% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 30% | Black / African American |