Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in Elmira, New York NY
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Mary Gale Gurnsey
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I became passionate about this work because I've witnessed how deeply relationship trauma affects people's ability to trust themselves and others. Many of my clients come in feeling lost, unsure of what healthy actually looks like, and carrying the weight of past relationships where they lost their sense of self.
What I love most is helping people recognize that they're not broken — they're responding logically to what they've experienced. By understanding your attachment patterns and past dynamics, we can build a different future. My goal is to help you feel secure in yourself while building relationships where you're truly valued as an equal partner.
I believe therapy should be collaborative, non-judgmental, and respectful of your pace.
18 Years Experience
Online in Elmira, NY New York (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 Elmira, NY New York (Online Only)
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Colette Pauta
Counselor/Therapist
If you're looking for someone who will truly listen and help you feel heard and seen, my goal is to offer a space where you don't have to filter or perform. I take a warm, relational, and collaborative approach to therapy, meeting you where you're at with curiosity and care. I believe that humor has a place in healing, and when used thoughtfully, it can make difficult conversations feel less intimidating and more human. My work is trauma-informed and grounded in understanding how your experiences, relationships, and environment shape the challenging you're facing. Together, we'll explore patterns, build insight, and develop practical tools that feel relevant to your everyday life. Therapy with me is not about having all the answers, it's about creating space to slow down, reflect, and move forward with greater clarity and self-trust. Whether you're thinking about therapy for the first time, or have been in the counseling space before, I welcome the opportunity to get to know who you are at your core.
1 Years Experience
Online in Elmira, NY New York (Online Only)
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Lauren Bradley
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Bringing ease to therapy with a relaxed, down-to-earth approach—where comfort and insight go hand in hand.
I specialize in a wide range of areas, including anxiety and depressive disorders, trauma and post-traumatic stress, sexual violence, grief, coping with chronic illness or cancer, life transitions, relationship and family issues, low self-esteem, women’s and men’s health, as well as caregiver distress and burnout.
10 Years Experience
Online in Elmira, NY New York (Online Only)
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Kiona Edwards
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LCAT, ATR-BC
When we bring compassion, curiosity, and courage into how we relate to ourselves, it opens space to understand our emotions more deeply, trust our inner voice, and move toward a life that feels more aligned. I care deeply about this work because I believe real change starts in that relationship with ourselves.
3 Years Experience
Online in Elmira, NY New York (Online Only)
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in Elmira, New York Statistics
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in Elmira, New York average 15 years of experience and charge around $185 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (80%), Depression (73%), and Trauma and PTSD (67%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$185
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
65%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 20% |
Male |
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| 10% |
Non-Binary |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
Online Only |
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| 38% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 80% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 73% | Depression |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 64% | Stress |
| 55% | Self Esteem |
| 49% | Codependency |
| 47% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 45% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Men |
| 36% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 29% | Asian |