Feminist therapists in Rochester, New York NY
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Feminist
Dr. L A McCrae
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCADC, FOT, CCTP, CCTSA
"Not everything that is faced can be changed. But nothing can be changed until it is faced." - James Baldwin
As a Black, queer, transmasculine, and neurodivergent scholar-practitioner, I view therapy as an act of radical liberation rather than social compliance. Grounded in the Black radical tradition, I partner with "Deep-Sea Divers"—scholars, activists, and survivors—to move beyond traditional talk therapy and into the realm of spiritual reclamation. My approach is direct and somatic, utilizing Sandplay, Somatic Focusing, and Bibliotherapy to map your internal geography and dismantle the "head trash" of carceral systems. Whether navigating neurodivergence, TBI recovery, or the cycles of dependency, we work collaboratively to honor your lived experience without moralistic shame. I do not sit as a detached observer, but as a witness to your evolution and a partner in your resistance against a broken world. My goal is your absolute autonomy, facilitating the heavy, holy work of unmasking and rewriting your testimony. If you are seeking a sanctuary where your identity is celebrated and your liberation is the priority, I am ready to dive with you.
7 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY New York
Feminist
PSYCHe, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, DBT-LBC™, LPC, PsyD, MSW, Marriage and Family Counselor, LCSW
At PSYCHē, we specialize in pairing clients with their perfect therapist. We’re a private network of expert, hand-selected psychologists and counselors across multiple states, offering solid, research-based therapies that work. Our services include Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, DBT Skills Groups, RO-DBT Skills Classes, and Child & Adolescent Therapy.
Not sure where to start? That’s where we come in. The first step is our Consultation Package: a 30-minute online meeting with a Therapy Services Specialist (TSS) who knows the right questions to ask. We’ll review your history, goals, and what you’re looking for (and not looking for) in a therapist. From there, we match you with the clinician best suited to your needs.
The Consultation Package is $650 and includes your 30-minute meeting, record review, written recommendations, and your first therapy session with your matched clinician, so you can start therapy sooner. You’ll also be introduced to your Clinical Concierge, who will guide and support you throughout treatment. If the fit isn’t perfect, we’ll make it right.
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12 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY New York
Feminist
Alexis Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
What makes my practice unique is the way I integrate evidence-based care with a deeply collaborative, person-centered approach. I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel safe enough to be fully themselves, understood without judgment, and supported in a way that honors their autonomy, values, and lived experience.
I work from a place of curiosity, respect, and cultural sensitivity. I always meeting clients where they are and moving at a pace that feels safe and sustainable. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor therapy using various modalities to fit each person’s needs, goals, and emotional experiences.
Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to navigate what they are going through. My role is not to “fix” you, but to help you better understand yourself, your patterns, and your emotional world so that you can begin responding to life with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
I also prioritize accessibility and convenience by offering fully virtual therapy, allowing you to access care from the comfort and privacy of your own space. With flexible scheduling, therapy can be integrated into your life in a way that feels realistic and supportive rather than overwhelming.
If you are looking for a therapeutic space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin creating meaningful change that aligns with who you are and what matters to you, I would be honored to work with you.
2 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY New York (Online Only)
Feminist
Maggie McCarthy
Counselor/Therapist, LMSW
I work with women & LGBTQIA+ adults and couples who are uncertain about their path forward. My approach is rooted in cultural sensitivity and collaboration, customized to fit your identity and dreams, with a strong emphasis on ensuring your comfort and safety. I draw on a variety of therapeutic techniques to help you process past wounds, improve how you communicate, and clarify your next steps. My ultimate goal is to help you feel safe, confident, and aligned with who you are. We’ll work to foster a healthy relationship with yourself, while building stronger, more authentic connections with others. Healing your self-acceptance doesn’t have to be done alone. Let’s take that step forward together and create a life filled with more meaning and joy.
My mission is to help you feel safe, empowered, and at peace in your own skin. Together, we’ll strengthen your relationship with yourself and foster healthier, more fulfilling relationships with others. If self-acceptance feels overwhelming, you don’t have to face it alone. Let’s build a life you love and feel vibrant in!
3 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY New York (Online Only)
Feminist
Shayda Ewalt
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I use a trauma-informed, feminist approach that creates a safe and compassionate space to process at your own pace and honors your lived experience, helping you feel truly seen, valued, and understood.
10 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY New York (Online Only)
Rochester's identity has been shaped by the legacy of companies like Kodak and Xerox — their rise defining the city's mid-20th-century prosperity and their decline leaving a post-industrial community grappling with poverty, population loss, and the psychological challenges of navigating a city in long-term contraction. The University of Rochester Medical Center provides a major institutional mental health anchor — including one of the country's leading psychiatry departments — alongside a private therapy community concentrated in Brighton, Pittsford, and the Park Avenue neighborhood. Rochester's large Black and Latino communities, concentrated in the city's urban core, experience significant mental health inequities, and culturally affirming therapists are an important but undersupplied part of the local landscape. Rochester Institute of Technology and the University of Rochester contribute academic energy to a city that holds significant intellectual capital despite its economic challenges.
Feminist Therapy therapists in Rochester, New York Statistics
Feminist Therapy therapists in Rochester, New York average 13 years of experience and charge around $200 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Trauma and PTSD (74%), Anxiety or Fears (67%), and Depression (63%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$200
Accept insurance
30%
Offer sliding scale
70%
Gender ID
| 56% |
Female |
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| 19% |
Male |
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| 14% |
Non-Binary |
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| 11% |
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
| 74% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 67% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 63% | Depression |
| 63% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 63% | Women's Issues |
| 56% | Stress |
| 52% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 81% | LGBTQ+ |
| 81% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 33% | Black / African American |
| 33% | Jewish |