Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Buffalo, New York NY
We are proud to feature top rated Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Buffalo. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
CFT
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 Buffalo, NY New York (Online Only)
CFT
Clara Kuntz
Psychologist, PhD
My approach to therapy is collaborative, personalized, and neurodiversity-affirming. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor our work to how your mind processes, focuses, and experiences the world. Together, we focus on practical strategies and deeper insight so you can move from simply getting through the day to feeling more grounded, balanced, and confident in yourself.
7 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY New York (Online Only)
CFT
Healing Space Therapy Collective
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-QS, CST
At Healing Space Therapy Collective, we believe therapy should feel both grounding and transformative. Our practice was built on the idea that meaningful mental health care requires depth, warmth, and clinical skill—not just coping strategies, but real understanding.
We work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, relationship stress, communication breakdowns, intimacy concerns, and life transitions. Many of our clients are thoughtful, high-functioning adults who appear “fine” on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck internally. Others are couples who love each other but feel caught in repeating patterns they don’t know how to change.
Our therapists are trained in psychotherapy and sex therapy and provide identity-affirming, kink- and ENM-aware care. We balance compassion with thoughtful feedback, helping clients gain insight, build emotional regulation skills, and strengthen their relationships. Sessions are collaborative, intentional, and tailored to your goals.
We offer secure online therapy throughout Florida, making it easier to access consistent, high-quality mental health care from wherever you are. Whether you’re seeking clarity, reconnection, healing, or growth, we’re here to support lasting change—not just temporary relief.
11 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY New York
CFT
Mary Knoblock, DNH
Hypnotherapist, DNH, RTT Practitioner, Hypnotist, Holistic Naturopath Practitioner, Spiritual Counselor
Mary Knoblock, Holistic Health Practitioner, Doctor of Natural Health DNH, Duke Certified Integrative Medicine Health Coach, Emotion Code Practitioner and Hypnotist, Clinical Rapid Transformation Therapy Practitioner and Kings College London MSc Psychology & Neuroscience Candidate 28’ with over 10 years experience helping clients with Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Anorexia, Sports Performance, Chronic Pain, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Complex Trauma, Health and Wellness Goals, Childhood trauma, Fibromyalgia, Auto Immune disorders, Panic Disorders, Cancer, End of Life, Bipolar Disorder, and more - offering modalities that are highly effective all via online sessions from anywhere in the world.
11 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY New York (Online Only)
CFT
Chris Colasuonno
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R, MBA, CASAC
Offering effective counseling in a solutions oriented approach. Chris Colasuonno, LCSW-R, MBA, CASAC has worked with
thousands of clients with caring and empathy in the New York Area. Selecting a counselor is an important decision. Chris
offers empathy and a direct but supportive approach for individual, couples, and family therapy. Daily, Evening Hours including Saturday and Sunday morning and evening available Some Insurance Accepted - Call to see if yours is accepted as many of my clients get partial to full reimbursement from their plans. Offering a free consultation to make you feel comfortable and getting to know your therapy needs and goals.
16 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY New York
Buffalo's post-industrial economy and harsh winters contribute to elevated rates of depression and seasonal mood challenges, and therapists here are experienced in working with these climate-related patterns. The city has a strong community identity and a sizable working-class population, with therapists frequently addressing grief, economic stress, relationship issues, and intergenerational family dynamics. The University at Buffalo and Erie County Medical Center provide institutional mental health resources, while private practices serve those seeking longer-term therapeutic relationships. Buffalo's proximity to Canada and its large Rust Belt peer cities also shapes a regional resilience that many therapists draw on in their work.
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Buffalo, New York Statistics
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Buffalo, New York average 17 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (93%), Depression (76%), and Stress (67%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
52%
Offer sliding scale
69%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 93% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 76% | Depression |
| 67% | Stress |
| 60% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 55% | Loss or Grief |
| 52% | Women's Issues |
| 50% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 43% | Senior |
| 40% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 76% | Women |
| 62% | Men |
| 57% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Christian |
| 38% | Hispanic / Latino |