Pacific Islander therapists in Amherst, NY
Browse Pacific Islander therapists in Amherst, New York. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving Pacific Islander
Marcy Abramsky, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Counseling, Teletherapy, Serving NYS
I am passionate about working with clients in therapy and coaching, guiding them to break barriers, harness strengths, and unleash their full potential. Begin your journey to growth, resilience, and fulfillment with online therapy in 2026—get ready to power your new beginning today!
26 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY (Online Only)
Serving Pacific Islander
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)
Serving Pacific Islander
Chrissie Chua- Ly van manh
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC-D, LPC
I’m a therapist with over 10 years of experience helping people work through anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and life challenges across many different settings and stages of life. I bring a warm, kind, and grounded approach to my work, and I use humor when it helps create ease and connection in the room.
I believe therapy should feel both safe and effective. My priority is building a strong, trusting relationship where you feel comfortable being yourself and talking about what’s really going on beneath the surface. I also value collaboration, and I welcome feedback from clients so we can shape the work together in a way that feels most helpful for you.
Together, we can explore the deeper history and past experiences you may still be carrying- especially the ones that continue to impact your stress, mood, relationships, and sense of self today. At the same time, I bring structure to our work so sessions feel focused, intentional, and productive, making sure your time is used in a meaningful and thoughtful way.
My goal is for you to feel more understood, supported, and connected to yourself as you move toward real and lasting change.
10 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY (Online Only)
Serving Pacific Islander
Denise Trainer
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, M.A., L.C.S.W., NCPsyA
I believe that we all have challenges to deal with at different times in our lives. All of us as humans are at times faced with situations that can feel overwhelming and trigger unresolved conflicts. Psychotherapy can help in understanding ourselves, our behaviors, and in developing an appreciation for our uniqueness. Please call for a free consultation.
34 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY (Online Only)
Serving Pacific Islander
Nadira Jackson - TherapyWithDira
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
As a Black female Licensed Mental Health Clinician with nearly five years of experience, I hold deep respect for the ways culture, identity, and intergenerational experiences shape us. I bring curiosity, compassion, and cultural awareness to our work. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, self-worth, trauma, or life transitions—this is a space where your whole self is welcome.
Therapy with me isn’t about fixing you—it’s about coming home to yourself. And from that place, building deeper, more meaningful connections in every area of your life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY (Online Only)
Amherst is a suburban town of Buffalo and home to the North Campus of the University at Buffalo, one of the largest universities in the State University of New York system, bringing a substantial student population and the mental health demands that come with a large public research university. The town's generally affluent suburban character contrasts with the significant challenges faced by neighboring Buffalo, and many residents access mental health services in the broader Buffalo metro area alongside local providers. UB's counseling services are a primary resource for students, and a private therapy sector serves Amherst's established families and professional residents. Common therapy concerns include student mental health, academic and identity development stress at a large research university, anxiety, family and relationship issues, and the transitional challenges of navigating life in a prosperous suburb adjacent to a struggling urban center.
Pacific Islander therapists in Amherst, NY Statistics
Pacific Islander therapists in Amherst, NY average 13 years of experience and charge around $231 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (91%), Depression (88%), and Stress (81%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$231
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
69%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 91% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 88% | Depression |
| 81% | Stress |
| 75% | Loss or Grief |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Women's Issues |
| 63% | Codependency |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 72% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 38% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Pacific Islander |
| 97% | Women |
| 94% | Asian |
| 91% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 91% | LGBTQ+ |