A Modern Treatment Team Working For You
You deserve the best care available, and at Whole Wellness, you’ve found it. We utilize a unique “care team” approach, meaning that your therapist works together cohesively in a team environment to provide you with an individualized plan that will lead you to greater overall success in therapy. Tired of unresponsive medical offices and long waitlists? Us too! Our goal is for you to feel cared for, focused upon, and anything but just a number. We start by matching you to your primary therapist specifically based on your individual needs, schedule, and what you’re seeking to achieve. Your therapist will have education and experience in the areas that you most need help with. We then collaborate behind the scenes, utilizing one another’s expertise when creating individualized treatment plans for you that may include other services or staff members as indicated.
We believe in maintaining a diverse group of clinicians who have pointed strengths and training that can be applied to their work with you, which results in better overall therapeutic outcomes. We truly excel at providing collaborative care in order to offer a client various paths to success by utilizing a full range of cutting edge service options in mental health & medicine. We invest in our staff’s ongoing education by providing them with high quality trainings and novel certifications as we work to discover the latest research based techniques, and we provide extensive clinical supervision opportunities to our team so that we can always “keep the discussion going” and continue to grow in our connection to one another and our connection to our clients.
If at any time your treatment plan needs to change, you are interested in additional services, or you would like to involve your family, we will continuously assess and mediate the process to be sure we are providing the most effective therapeutic experience possible or adjust things as needed.
Note: All of our therapists & physicians are LGBTQ+ allies and have worked within this community therapeutically. We also support and work with all types of intimate relationship styles when providing couples and individual work. We are special population and BIPOC aligned.
Patricia Petrone, LMHC, NCC, CMHIMP, CNC
Clinical Psychotherapist & Director
"I believe the power of positivity is unmatched. Through my work as a wellness mentor and psychotherapist, I've seen a shift in the hearts of hundreds of my clients as they begin to open up to new concepts and hope that can be life changing. Unhealthy habits fall away, relationships improve, fear no longer dictates actions, and overall health and wellbeing are no longer unattainable. I am so excited to hear your story, and share new ideas with you that can change your life and health completely."
Patricia acts as your mentor on your journey to wellness and has a passion for helping others to improve their lives. As the owner and director of WWS, Patricia strives to offer our clients something different while directing a team of talented professionals who share her vision.
Patricia is a New York State Licensed Psychotherapist, Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Practitioner, and Certified Nutrition Specialist with over a decade of field experience working in residential, intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient levels of care. Patricia has earned advanced degrees & nationally accredited training from St. John Fisher University, Nazareth College of Rochester, ISSA, & Harvard Medical School, among others. Patricia’s education in holistic & integrative care allow her to design comprehensive, effective programming for all Whole Wellness clientele. Patricia's therapeutic expertise is diverse, with a passion for incorporating the most current medical research into her therapeutic practice by examining all aspects of the individual's lifestyle, and the implications of said lifestyle on mental health.
Patricia strives to treat the whole person, using an integrative approach that combines traditional coping strategies with more modern mindfulness work, and a deep analysis of the individual's history as well as physical state. She encourages a "care team" environment that is tailored to the individual's therapeutic needs, and focuses on the use of specialized clinicians where appropriate as well as collaboration with your primary care physician to encourage the strongest outcome for each and every client. No matter which specialist you’re working with at Whole Wellness, you will have the option at any time during your experience to schedule a session with Patricia for a one-on-one Comprehensive Health & Lifestyle Evaluation that will include a detailed view of your nutrition & sleep patterns, current mental health symptoms, biochemical typing, psychobiological rhythms, and relational/social communication status. Patricia will make suggestions in the form of a personalized evaluation report, as well as work with your primary therapist to help you implement these changes over the course of treatment.
Patricia's goal is to bring WWS clients the most up to date techniques for changing their lives, giving clients the opportunity to explore their struggles, find their strengths, and build upon them over time. She is a passionate group & workshop facilitator, and truly believes in the support and accountability this experience provides. She has and will continue to help hundreds of clients to achieve personal balance and wellness.
Patricia has scrupulously crafted her care team to serve her client population as effectively as possible, utilizing talented and passionate therapists who have specialized training in a wide variety of areas to provide our clients with the most complete experience possible, ultimately leading to better outcomes. Meet our team below.
Stephanie Carletta, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner & Integrative Psychiatry Specialist
“I offer a personal, relaxed, and comfortable approach; shying away from the stigmatized power dynamics that can exist in a patient-provider relationship. I welcome everyone in my office with inclusivity, warmth, and compassion.
“The goal is not to heal and then begin your life. The goal is to embrace healing as a lifelong journey and allow genuine connections to emerge organically along the way.” -Yung Pueblo
Together, we will collaborate on a personalized treatment plan with an integrative approach, highlighting the benefits of all treatment modalities including pharmacotherapy if right for you. I believe we can do better in the mental health profession, and I strive to uncover the root cause of illness through my functional and integrative approach. Above all else, working with me you will be heard, valued, and cared for as we embark on your journey to wellness together.
Stephanie Carletta PMHNP-BC is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who earned her Master’s degree from Stony Brook University. She is a recognized Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Practitioner and Functional Psychiatry provider who utilizes a whole person approach to treatment through use of individualized testing, nutritional therapies, as well as traditional medical treatments including medication and psychotherapy. Stephanie is licensed across the lifespan with most of her experience focusing on the care of adults, but does work with ages 14+. She has experience treating a broad variety of mental health conditions from community outreach work with severely mentally ill to high functioning, highly successful working professionals, and everything in between. Stephanie has experience treating Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Personality Disorders, Eating Disorders, Women’s Health Issues (including prenatal, perinatal, and postpartum care), Insomnia, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, and Substance Use Disorders. Stephanie’s approach is warm, inviting, and personable. Her approach is professional yet relaxed and she will always take the time to get to know all parts of you, not just focus on the medicine.
Stephanie is currently providing psychiatric evaluations, basic and integrative medication management for mental health, functional lab workups, and more.
Kristen Wozniak, MS, L-CAT, BC-ART, EMDR, C-DBT
Clinical Administrator, Primary Therapist
“I believe in meeting you wherever you are in your life journey. I seek to explore your needs and to best support you in fostering positive growth. Utilizing a person-centered, strengths-based approach, I will be here to help you find your own path to wellness and well-being. With my Creative Art Therapist education, experience in an inpatient mental health level of care, and always ongoing training, I will employ creative and integrative approaches for self-discovery and leading a more meaningful, productive, fulfilling life.”
Kristen Wozniak, L-CAT, ART-BC is a Master’s Level Therapist & Licensed/Board Certified Creative Arts Therapist, EMDR Therapist, & Gottman Level I + II Certified Therapist, and Certified DBT therapist. She is currently a primary therapist in addition to her role as a Site Manager of WWS. Her years of experience working in inpatient settings before joining our team have provided her with invaluable experience working successfully with some of the most difficult populations to treat, including those suffering with acute Anxiety, Depression, Suicidal ideation, Personality disorders, Eating Disorders, PTSD, TBI & Stroke, Dependency Issues, Psychosis, & Abuse. Kristen is also a Level I and Level II certified Gottman couple’s therapist. The Gottman model is the gold standard of treatment for relational struggles. Kristen uses her breadth of knowledge & expertise to provide creative, holistic, and effective solutions that foster real progress toward wellness and emotional recovery.
Some of her chosen interventions include EMDR Trauma Therapy, CBT, Gottman Couple’s Methods, DBT, Coping Skill Development, Distress Tolerance Work, Mindfulness Based Practices, MB-CT, Poly-Vagal Work, Art Therapy Interventions, and Person-Centered Techniques. Kristen is LGBTQ+ Aligned and treats adults, teens, and children as young as 5 years old.
Rachelle Buchanan, PMHNP-BC, MFT
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner & Integrative Psychiatry Specialist
“I look forward to getting to know my clients on a personal level to be able to support their goals. I love blending my therapeutic knowledge and interventions with the functionality of medicine. I believe that mind and body do best when both are supported.”
Rachelle Buchanan, PMHNP-BC, MFT, is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner & Pre-Doctoral Marriage & Family Therapist recognized for blending her counseling experience with her medical knowledge to provide an integrated service for her clients. Rachelle is dually educated, earning a master's degree in community counseling from Regis University and her master's degree in psychiatric nursing from the University of Rochester. She has received post-master education in art and play therapy, trauma-informed care, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and substance use/misuse. Her experience is across the lifespan, and her passion lied in serving children, teens, and their families. She has experience treating developmental disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma-related disorders.
Rachelle believes that mental health and medicine should be treated as one entity, with the body and mind connected to achieve wellness. She relies on the science of brain development and current research to support her client's goals. She understands that each individual is the expert on their experience and works as a partner and advocate. Rachelle creatively combines therapeutic interventions, education, and lifestyle with medication knowledge to understand her client's needs fully. Her welcoming and compassionate nature makes working with Rachelle relaxing and worry-free.
Rachelle currently provides Psychiatric Evaluations for all ages, Autism Spectrum Screenings & Diagnosis for adults and children, as well as Basic and Integrative medication management & blood work for mental health.
Adam DeNault, PMHNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In Psychiatry
“I utilize a collaborative and personal approach to treatment. I want to get to know you and understand what your goals are. Most importantly, I want to empower you to achieve them, whether that means taking the time to just listen or providing you with the tools. I am a part of your journey, and you are the leader.”
“Promise me you’ll always remember: You’re braver that you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” – Christopher Robin from Winnie the Pooh
Adam DeNault is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who earned his Master of Science from the University of Rochester and Bachelor’s degrees from University of Pittsburgh and University of Rochester. Adam has worked in Psychiatry for over 8 years working across the lifespan. He has experience with patients from 8 to 101 years-old, and with the treatment of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, primary psychotic disorders, PTSD, ADHD, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance use disorders, and more. In his time as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse, he has focused on improving the patient experience through partnership and client driven treatment planning.
Adam is currently providing psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and basic blood work for mental health clients of all ages.
Jennifer Beaton, MS, LMHC
Clinical Therapist
"I view every intake as the beginning of a new and exciting journey. I believe that every person has unique strengths and I love to find creative ways to use those strengths to empower my clients. The way that I approach one client, couple, or family may not always work for others. As such, my approach to therapy is very collaborative: you bring your expertise on your life experiences, feelings and needs, while I bring knowledge on therapeutic approaches on how we can align those needs. I also believe that therapy can be more than just talk; I like to incorporate art and activities as a way for clients to express themselves and go deeper. I look forward to meeting you and I hope that we can learn from each other."
Jennifer is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who received her Master of Science from St. John Fisher University. She has supported clients in navigating a variety of issues, including substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders and relationship issues. She is open to exploring other areas and loves to learn from people with unique experiences and identities. Jennifer has worked with adolescents (12+), adults, people with developmental disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. She uses a broad range of methods to match clients' needs and personal preferences, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Poly-Vagal Work, Motivational Interviewing, Biofeedback, Mindfulness, Gottman Therapy, and Journaling. Jennifer has also coached clients on using effective communication skills to improve their relationships. She is a Gottman Level II couples therapist and certified in Functional Family Therapy (FFT).
Jennifer believes that therapeutic relationships benefit when feedback goes both ways: when clients are open to hearing different perspectives and are also comfortable letting her know when they need therapy to go in a different direction. She strives to create an environment where clients can feel safe enough to communicate openly.
Brooke Ward, MS, LMFT, EMDR
Associated Clinical Supervision Provider
"I believe that within human connection, hope, and kindness, we can all reach our goals and find inner compassion. Sometimes without these components in our lives, we can often feel lost or hopeless. My hope in our work together is to help you navigate any challenge, improve relationships, define and accomplish goals, gain a sense of healing, and change your life experience for the better. My style as a family and individual therapist is warm, compassionate, and solution focused. I am so eager to hear your story."
Brooke Ward, MS, LMFT is a Marriage and Family Therapist & Certified EMDR Therapist who earned her Master's of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Rochester. Brooke provides clinical supervision as a WWS Associate. Brooke works with individuals, couples, and families from a Bio-Pyscho-Social lens. Brooke treats depression, anxiety, family dysfunction, and much more. Brooke has speciality experience working with mothers and families, families with CPS involvement, trauma, and has experience with treating tough Eating Disorder cases at a Partial Hospitalization level. She is an expert in women's health issues, including postpartum depression and traumatic birth experiences from her time working in a women’s health clinic setting.
Brooke views her style as flexible, warm, emotion-focused, and collaborative to help remove any maladaptive coping skills or thoughts. Some of the therapeutic approaches that Brooke often offers are mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, narrative therapy, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and family systems work. Her goal in your therapeutic journey is to gain insight and build meaningful connections with others to help support your healing and self discovery of wellness.
Kristen Mita, MS, LMHC, EMDR
Clinical Therapist
"Over the course of my career, I have learned that creating a shared safe space, mutual trust and respect, and having compatible senses of humor are integral to a productive and meaningful therapeutic relationship. I have a warm and collaborative approach to counseling, and believe that when we know better, we do better."
Kristen Mita is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and EMDR Therapist who received her Bachelor & Masters degrees from Pace University. Over the course of her career, she has worked in a wide range of settings, including inpatient psychiatric facilities, intensive outpatient programs, residential adolescent facilities, sensory-integration and educational centers, outpatient non-profit settings, substance abuse treatment programs, and as an independent private practice therapist.
Kristen utilizes a warm and holistic approach to counseling. Her therapeutic approach is a blend of existential, Jungian, and person-centered counseling, and she utilizes a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT, Expressive arts, EMDR, play therapy, mindfulness, and positive psychology. Her ability to warmly connect with her clients as well as providing tools & accountability leads her to excellent client outcomes consistently.
Amy Eisenhauer, MS, ACC, NBC-HWC
Triple Certified Health & Life Coach
“I believe in everyone’s ability to choose their own destiny and create a life they truly love. It Is common for all of us to have times where you just need some support and perspective to help you clear your path, focus, and navigate to your desired destination with a feeling of confidence and purpose. As a coach, I offer a heart-centered, solution-focused approach to help you understand what you want, why you want it, and assist you in closing the gap from where you are to where you want to be to live a healthier, happier, more fulfilling life! I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!
"Coaching works because it’s all about you. When you connect with what you really want and why – and take action – magical things can happen." Emma-Louise Elsey
The truth is that everyone needs accountability and encouragement! Change can be hard. Goals take commitment. Doing something new or scary is always better and more likely to happen with a partner or guide. As your coach, Amy will challenge you to see your true potential and to settle for nothing less than all that you are meant to be.
Amy’s purpose is to empower clients to improve the quality of their life by building self-awareness, self-confidence, self-esteem, and resilience which are key aspects of healthy living. Amy coaches her clients in a growth-promoting partnership that inspires and supports them to maximize their personal and professional potential. Amy believes that coaching is especially helpful in today’s uncertain, complex and challenging environment as the process helps people make lasting changes to health and overall well-being. Amy’s goal in working with you is that you will gain greater self-awareness and appreciation for a renewed sense of balance, health, wellness and vitality.
Amy holds a Masters Degree in Strategic Leadership. Amy is a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBHWC); a Certified Coach through the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC); ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC), International Coaching Federation; a Certified Health Coach from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition; certified in DISC Emotional Intelligence and Motivator Assessments. Outside of her work with WHOLE, Amy is also a professor of leadership courses at Robert’s Wesleyan University.
Danielle Radigan, CMHC, CYT, EMDR
Clinical Therapist, Yoga Instructor, Reiki Practitioner, EMDR Certified Therapist
“I believe that people already have the qualities they need to flourish…they just may not know how to access them and put them to use yet. I encourage curiosity, intuition, and creativity in the counseling environment. I also use mind body approaches to help the client understand how the two are connected, helping them learn to trust their body’s cues and needs. I believe so strongly in this work and I believe we are all capable of healing and growing through whatever we go through.”
Danielle is a Masters level Mental Health Counselor who received her Master of Arts from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and has worked with a variety of populations in both New Jersey and New York. She has supported clients in navigating a variety of issues, including but not limited to substance abuse, depression, grief and loss, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, Trauma/PTSD, and relationship issues. Danielle has Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) training and has coached clients on using effective communication skills to improve their relationships with self and others. Danielle began her career in a high intensity psychiatric crisis unit while also working in inpatient eating disorder units as well as an inpatient psychiatric unit. Danielle has worked in homes with children & families, in inpatient substance abuse rehab, and outpatient therapy settings similar to Whole Wellness. Danielle possesses additional skills as a Certified Yoga Instructor as well as a Reiki Practitioner. Some of the therapeutic approaches that Danielle offers are mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills, Solution-focused therapy, Motivational interviewing, Mind-body approaches, Trauma work, and Attachment work. Danielle is certified in EMDR Trauma Therapy. Her goal during your therapeutic journey is to help support your healing and growth through presenting new means of self care. Danielle believes this is possible by working together toward total wellness by creating harmony between your body, mind, soul, and relationships.
Chelcy Babcock, LMHC, RYI
Clinical Therapist, Yoga Instructor, Reiki Practitioner
"My approach to therapy is holistic, interactive, and collaborative. We will work together as a team while you learn new ways of navigating life transitions and develop a deeper sense of self-awareness and connection. I believe that each individual faces their own unique experiences and challenges in life, so no two clients' experiences in therapy will look exactly alike. We will create a personalized plan designed to help you manage daily life stressors and overcome barriers along the way as you work to nurture a secure sense of personal identity and find a purpose and meaning in your life. I believe that healing is an integrated process and will often incorporate breathing techniques, mindfulness, and other yoga-based skills into my typical therapeutic process to assist in strengthening and healing the mind-body connection, further promoting healing and growth."
Chelcy is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who received her Master's Degree from Alfred University. She has worked in a variety of settings including mental health and substance abuse clinics, yoga studios, and schools. Chelcy has supported adult & adolescent clients in working with a variety of concerns, which include: depression, anxiety, career/life path concerns, gender identity/sexuality concerns, communication and relationship difficulties, substance abuse and other addictions, anger management, and trauma. She specializes in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Chelcy's therapeutic interventions are based in existentialist, Jungian, and person-centered theories. She also has extensive training and experience with mindfulness-based stress reduction, motivational interviewing, career assessment, personality assessment, narrative therapy, attachment theory, inner child work/reparenting, and dialectical behavior therapy. She is a Registered Yoga Instructor & Reiki Practitioner, and will often incorporate yoga-based interventions in therapy sessions, such as breath-work, mindfulness, and movement. Her primary focus is to create a welcoming and safe environment where clients can feel safe to openly share their experiences and begin their healing processes. She strives to help clients find compassion for themselves while working through life's challenges, and describes her therapeutic style as warm and collaborative as she supports clients in meeting their growth edges with a sense of purpose and mastery.
Buffy Curtis, MA, L-CAT, EMDR
Primary Therapist
“Bienvenido, Welcome! My approach to expressive mediums in the therapy space is to support personal expression of concepts we simply may not have words for. Creative expression through visual, musical, movement and drama mediums is a way for us to explore our personal symbols and resonance with aspects of ourselves that we sometimes are not consciously aware of; this external expression in a therapy setting allows for a witness to be present to help support us in remembering our inner knowing. The use of these creative modalities can help us to integrate the many facets of ourselves, connect in meaningful ways with our own creativity, build our self-esteem and self-awareness, as well as foster the ability to more clearly communicate our needs and wants with ourselves and those around us. You need not personally identify as an artist of any kind for these techniques to be helpful, each of us has our own expressive medium and all mediums are welcome in working with me; part of the journey is us determining what is your creative medium! I enjoy allowing others to explore a wide variety of materials that may include textiles, found objects, upcycled products, and more traditional mediums of drawing, painting, collage and sculpture. I welcome exploration of non visual mediums through the use of improvised instruments, our body as an instrument both musically and kinesthetically, role play or re enactment of important themes discovered in sessions, creative writing and any other form of expression you can imagine! In addition to working with creative expression I incorporate mindfulness, somatic practice and eclectic traditional talk therapy practices into sessions. I have training and experience in CT-R, DBT and safety based counseling for PTSD.You will always be the master of your path to healing and I look forward to co-creating the space for you to stand in your power and walk on your path.”
Buffy Curtis is a Master’s Level Therapist, EMDR Therapist, Creative Arts Therapist, and a Spanish Speaking Bilingual Therapist with over 15 years of field experience in many settings. She is proficient in working with age ranges: 2+ through geriatric populations and has experience with some of the most difficult populations to successfully treat. She has special training in Recovery Oriented Cognitive Therapy (CT-R,) DBT, & SPARCS (Structured Psychotherapy For Adolescents Responding to Chronic Stress) and also utilizes many other modalities such as Art therapy, Poly-Vagal Work, Kinesthetic/Movement Therapy, Drama and Music expression in therapy, Play therapy, Mindfulness Work, Trauma Informed Care, Transpersonal Therapy, Existential Therapy, Psychodynamic Approaches, & Family Therapy.
She works regularly with Substance abuse/use histories, Self-harm, Suicidal ideation, Somatic Complaints, Psychosis, Attachment Disorders, PTSD, Women's issues, Eating Disorders, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Domestic Violence Survivors, Teen Mothers, Spanish Speaking Populations, Family needs, Bereavement, Stress Management, General Burnout, Existential Crises, Play Therapy, & non-verbal Populations. Buffy is EMDR trained well as trained in Reiki. Ask her about these services to learn more!
Rebecca Potter, MS, (L)MHC
Clinical Therapist
"I believe that the best way to overcome challenges, discomfort, and difficulties is to fully lean in, rather than pull away or avoid. With my clients, I provide a supportive presence as you travel through your experiences, not around them. My goal is to assist you in reaching your goals, big and small. Together, we will identify your strengths and keep them at the forefront of your journey towards your own unique definition of personal wellness."
Rebecca Potter is a Master’s Level Mental Health Counselor who earned her Master of Science from the University of Rochester. Becca has experience working with adults & college-age individuals presenting with various mental health and wellness concerns, including anxiety disorders, depression, eating concerns, personality disorders, and trauma. Becca primarily practices cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT,) with emphasis on relationship building, communication style analysis, and strengths-based approaches. Becca works diligently to make therapy sessions feel relevant and unique to client's own individual interests and passions. Becca's goal is for clients to leave sessions with tangible skills that they can utilize independently to promote their health and wellness in times of distress and discomfort. Becca's therapeutic style is warm yet direct, and is infused with humor, challenging, and encouragement.
Amy Desimon, MS, LMHC
Clinical Therapist
“As a therapist living in Manhattan and working with highly successful clients regularly, quality of care and confidentiality are my highest priorities. I understand the lifestyle of the busy professional intimately, and my specialized experience in forensic psychology lends itself to deep interpersonal work with Whole Wellness clientele. My goal is always to help guide you to a happier life using evidenced based techniques, but those techniques would be utterly ineffective without a strong therapeutic connection preceding them. In addition to my specialized training, my ability connect with you and form a true bond that allows for openness and healthy challenging is what will make your experience with me exceptional. I look forward to hearing your story and moving toward your goals together.
Amy DeSimon, LMHC of Manhattan, NY is a Licensed Mental Health Clinician with a passion from improving the wellbeing of her clients. She works with Adults, Young Adults, & Teens, providing both individual and couples sessions. Her diverse training in Forensic Psychology as well as mental health have given her a keen eye for detail as far as presenting symptoms and how they manifest in everyday life for the average individual. Amy has worked with some of the most challenging populations in the country, and is well equipped to provide our clients with excellent strategies for symptom improvement and becoming happier, healthier people. Amy works exclusively via Telehealth at this time.
Amy utilizes an integrative and individualized approach with her clients that plays to their strengths. Some of her frequently used therapeutic modes are: Existentialism, Attachment Theory, Systems Theory, DBT, Mindfulness work, Person-Centered Therapy, and Trauma Informed Work. Her goal is to form deep, constructive bonds with her clients that allow her to understand them thoroughly and collaborate with them to help them reach their goals effectively. *Please note, Amy is only available via Telehealth sessions at this time.
Sara Liedtki, LMHC, MT-BC, EMDR
Associated Clinical Supervision Provider
“I am here to explore your needs so that you may find support in a meaningful, intentional way. My passion for people runs deep, and I will always be giving my best to assist you with personal growth. I am inspired by those I work with, having hope, strength, openness, and dedication. "Believe you can and you're halfway there." -T. Roosevelt. I look forward to meeting you.
Sara Liedtke, M.S., LMHC, MT-BC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor as well as a Certified EMDR Therapist, and Board Certified Music Therapist. For our staff, she acts as a clinical supervisor for license pending therapists as well as a clinical coordination leader. With over 15 years clinical experience serving adults, children, and adolescents, she assists her clients with self exploration, recognizing individual strengths that become foundational supports for healthy growth to build upon. Sara uses a holistic approach, often using the bio-psycho-social model to find balance of the physical body, mind, community or social self, and life purpose. When appropriate, Sara utilizes creative tools for expression, integrating musical experiences for additional self awareness and personal empowerment.
In sessions, Sara views herself as an ally, walking with her clients towards personal growth. She may offer therapeutic attention to forgiveness and healing, trauma, dependency issues, grief and loss, in addition to other mental health obstacles that confine individuals within their daily lives. Therapeutic styles include mindfulness and meditation work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Creative Expression, Narrative Therapy, faith & spirituality based therapy, motivation for change, and existential exploration.
Sarah Pulinski, LMFT
Primary Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
"I feel strongly that when people take the time to verbalize their experiences, sort through them, and connect them to feelings, self awareness and change can begin. My priority is to provide a space where you can do this without judgment and feel heard and understood. When we take time to examine our thoughts and feelings we create an awareness that helps us move through life in a new way. No approach fits every person and my goal is to figure out the most helpful therapeutic methods and tools for each individual and that this is a collaborative process. I am repeatedly inspired by resilience, healing, and change I see in those I work with. It is an honor to hear each person’s story and I look forward to hearing yours."
"In our lives, even though one episode amounts to a crash and burn, there is always another episode awaiting us and then another. There are always more opportunities to get it right, to fashion our lives in the ways we deserve to have them." - Clarissa Pinkola Estes
Sarah Pulinski, M.S., is a Master’s Level Marriage and Family Therapist who earned her Master of Science from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. Sarah has experience working with adults, couples, families and children presenting with various diverse concerns. These include family and life transitions, conflict, divorce, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and interpersonal relationship issues. She also has experience working with chronic pain and illness. Through her training as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Sarah is able to offer a systemic perspective on her client's behavior in the context of their family and larger social influences, meaning she does not see your “problems” as individual outliers in your life, but intermingled and connected to larger systems such as family, relationships, environment, physical health, and spiritual beliefs. Sarah’s therapeutic approach is warm, empathetic, & includes humor and a strength based approach. Sarah focuses on building trust and safety between client and therapist and her approach is integrative and person-centered, meaning she relies on various treatment modalities in order to best meet you and/or your families needs. Specific treatment interventions include Emotionally Focused, Poly-Vagal Work, Psychodynamic Therapy, & Attachment Theory.
Hannah Caruso, MS, (L)MHC, EMDR
Clinical Therapist
“I believe every person is a product of their own personal life experiences; how they view the external world. That said, providing and offering a safe, judgement free space for clients is key to achieving self-awareness and self-acceptance. I view the mind as a fast-working machine, that over time and routine, can develop mechanisms that may not be conducive for our well-being. The work in cognitive behavioral therapy recognizes the power of our mind and encourages us to reflect on our patterns of thinking. I believe self-awareness to be the prerequisite in achieving self-empowerment. I value therapist-client rapport above all, because sharing vulnerability requires reciprocated trust and dedication. Life as we know it is full of kinks that can be all too overwhelming to tackle, and especially alone. But cultivating that foundation between client and therapist is essential for a fulfilling therapeutic experience.”
Hannah Caruso, M.S., is a Master’s Level Mental Health clinician & EMDR trained therapist who earned her Master’s of Science from St. John Fisher University. Hannah utilizes a person centered, solution focused approach to her work with clients, and deeply recognizes the importance of the therapeutic connection needed to create long lasting change. Hannah’s therapeutic style is warm, humorous, and empathic, drawing upon the clients strengths in order to meet them where they are at while also encouraging growth and providing valuable feedback/encouraging the client to be more than a passive participant in their own life and decisions. Hannah has experience working with anxiety, depression, life transitions, eating disorders, relational issues, men’s concerns, and more. Hannah’s therapeutic tactics include DBT therapy, EMDR Therapy for trauma, Narrative therapy, Poly-Vagal Work, existential techniques, and Rogerian Theory. Hannah works primarily with adults and young adult individuals, as well as couples.
Michelle Rush, MS, LMHC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist
“I believe genuine happiness and living a fulfilling, balanced life is attainable for all people. As human beings, we are influenced by and learn from personal experiences, relationships, and the world around us. Self-exploration in a safe space can lead us to deeper insight of the challenges we face, as well as the discovery of personal strengths. In our sessions, my hope is to provide a safe space to join you in exploring and achieving your goals towards personal growth. Using a holistic person-centered approach that is solution focused, I will assist you in finding what tools work best for you in your journey towards living life to its fullest potential. I look forward to meeting you and hearing your story.”
Michelle Rush is a Master’s Level Mental Health Counselor who earned her Master of Science from St. John Fisher College. Michelle works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing individualized counseling. She has experience working with various presenting concerns including anxiety, developmental disabilities, dependency issues, trauma, eating disorders, interpersonal relationships, parental training, and severe mental illness. Michelle is an LGBTQ+ ally, supporting all intimate relationship types within the therapeutic relationship.
Michelle utilizes an integrative holistic approach, collaborating with the client to work towards their personal goals, incorporating aspects of mind, body, and social health. Some specific therapeutic modalities Michelle uses include DBT, CBT, Poly-Vagal Work, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Trauma Informed Work and Person-Centered Therapy, & Play Therapy. Michelle’s goal is to create an empathetic, nonjudgmental environment in which an authentic therapeutic bond can be established to help clients move towards self-compassion, awareness, and growth.
Jill Snitzel, CASAC, (L)MHC
Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Credentialed Alcohol & Substance Abuse Counselor
“Every individual deserves a safe space to be seen honestly, heard deeply, and a place where their whole self is fully welcomed. It is my priority to create that safe space where individuals feel free to openly explore the challenges of the human experience and to connect more deeply with their unique strengths and resiliency. From the deep respect I hold for each client’s diversity and personal journey, I apply individualized therapeutic interventions based on each person’s unique concerns and treatment goals. I value the opportunity to connect with each of my clients as they reconnect with themselves.”
Jill Snitzel is a Master’s Level Mental Health Counselor and Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse counselor who earned her Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from the State University of New York, Brockport. Jill utilizes a warm, empathetic, and down to earth approach to connect with her clients. Jill has experience working with various issues including but not limited to; substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, grief and loss, Borderline Personality disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder and Bipolar disorder. Jill draws from a holistic, person-centered, strengths-based approach but utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities to meet the unique needs of each client. She values the mutual partnership of the client/counselor relationship and prioritizes transparency and clear communication as tenets of her practice.
Julia Rabinovich, MS, LMFT
Clinical Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
“I believe every person that sits across from me has the strength and resiliency to create a better tomorrow. My practice is rooted in the values of self-awareness and self acceptance, with the goal of encouraging healthy and meaningful relationships. During our time together, you can expect to feel safe, heard and understood as we work together towards growth. My style as a therapist is warm and extroverted while placing emphasis on direct feedback and education. I would be honored to hear your story!”
Julia Rabinovich, M.S., is a Master’s Level Marriage and Family Therapist who earned her Master of Science from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. Julia has experience working with adults, couples, and families presenting with various concerns including depression, anxiety, family discord, interpersonal relationships, eating disorders and more. She also has specialized training and experience working with women's health issues including postpartum depression and traumatic birth experiences. Through her training as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Julia is able to offer a systemic perspective on her client's behavior in the context of their interpersonal relationships. She utilizes a bio-psycho-social model to support you in reflecting on all aspects of your life in order to promote positive change. Julia places a great value on rapport-building and trust between client and therapist and her approach is integrative and person-centered, meaning she relies on various treatment modalities in order to best meet you and/or your families needs. Specific treatment interventions include CBT, DBT, Poly-Vagal Work, Gottman Methods, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Julia is currently training in Level 1 & 2 of Gottman Couples Therapy.
Shannon Swenson, M.S., (L)MHC
Primary Therapist
“Therapy can help us explore the many facets of life that make up who we are: Our past, our relationships, our goals, our struggles, and our strengths. Through therapy, we can uncover what makes our lives meaningful and our personal relationships fulfilling. As your therapist, I aim to create a non-judgmental space where clients can explore their interior worlds with curiosity and compassion. I utilize a warm and attentive presence to help clients feel comfortable “in the uncomfortable.” James Prochaska says “change is movement over time.” In my experience, this could not be truer. I believe that we can change and grow while accepting and loving ourselves right now, as we are. I look forward to collaborating with you on this journey.”
Shannon earned her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from at St. John Fisher University. She has experience working with various presenting concerns including depression, anxiety, existentialism, life transitions, trauma, and bereavement / grief. She is also experienced in working with artists, older adults & geriatric populations, stress related to chronic health conditions, and individuals with disabilities. Shannon utilizes an integrative approach with a focus on holistic wellness and relational growth. Her counseling style is often informed by cognitive behavioral & dialectical behavior therapy, narrative therapy, existential therapy and art therapy. She believes creativity and collaboration can help counselors and clients find a supportive and effective therapeutic relationship.