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Buffalo Counseling – Therapy, Life Coaching, Mental Health

The world is a scary, overwhelming place. As we grow, we encounter more and more dangers, more and more people that lose our trust and respect. As children, the world can seem so simple, with clear divisions between “right” and “wrong,” and “good” and “evil.” But as adults, we learn that life is filled with gray area, and it can be hard to know who to trust. The burdens and realities of the world can become too much to process on our own. We feel unsure of the world around us, and unable to make steps toward positivity. When this happens, enlisting the help of a Thriveworks Provider in Buffalo can provide clarity and peace in the storm of life.

Perhaps you are thriving and working well on your own, but just know that you could be achieving more. You are looking for that helping hand, that boost in your productivity, that guiding light in a sea of choices and possibilities. Thriveworks Counseling providers include life coaches and career coaches that can help you take your life or career to the next level. We can help you understand and realize your potential. We can help you thrive even more, in either in-person counseling or online counseling therapy.

Who Can Benefit from Coaching or Counseling?

Those who choose to pursue counseling or coaching come from both sides of the spectrum. If you are seeking counseling, the reason may be very serious and traumatic, or it may be simply seeking career or life coaching. Whatever you are facing, we have a Thriveworks Provider in Buffalo that can partner with you to create the life that you need. We all encounter problems and issues on a daily basis. Trouble in our relationships, with our children, or in our extended family, is very common. We are all flawed individuals, and our issues multiply when we are together. When you connect with a Thriveworks Provider in Buffalo, we can help diagnose the exact cause of your emotional turmoil, and then create a realistic plan for improvement.

There is no comprehensive list that includes all of the reasons that individuals, families, and couples seek therapy or counseling. In coaching, people are looking to achieve more and make their goals and dreams a reality. They may be simply looking for a short pause button during their week in which to regroup. Other times, our clients are struggling with a serious trauma or disaster, and are looking to put the pieces of their life back together.

Reasons to pursue counseling may include:

  • Anxiety issues
  • Sexual issues
  • Couples counseling
  • Career coaching
  • Eating disorders
  • Obsessive-compulsive tendencies
  • Grief counseling
  • Problems with a child
  • Stress management
  • Divorce recovery
  • Anger management
  • Addiction issues
  • Life coaching
  • Life transitions such as divorce or loss of a job

People of all ages can benefit from counseling, from the very young to the very mature. When you read through this list, perhaps you were immediately able to identify the issue that you or your loved one are facing. Or perhaps you did not see your personal problem and feel discouraged. There is no need to feel this way. The problems we deal with on a daily basis may be so complicated, unique, and personal, it is difficult to sum them up into a bullet point. Every human is unique, as are their problems. We can put you into contact with a Thriveworks Provider in Buffalo that has experience dealing with your personal issue or concern. We have a provider standing by that is perfect for you.

What to Expect in Counseling or Coaching

You may be hesitant to contact us because you have no idea what to expect in a session. For some people, they do not know anyone else who has been to counseling. They may picture laying on a couch, crying uncontrollably, talking about childhood for weeks and weeks. While this may be true for some clients, it is certainly not the case for many. You are in charge of your session. You can set the pace and decide on the topics of conversation. We are working together for your improvement. If something makes you uncomfortable, you have every right to say so.

Thriveworks Counseling providers in Buffalo will begin by helping you determine the reasons for why you decided to seek counseling or coaching. They will then help you set goals, and determine how progress will be measured. We will then help you realize your strengths, understand your weaknesses, and overcome adversity. Every counselor has different methods and areas of specialty, and we will match you with a provider that will work for you.

When a Loved One is Struggling

Perhaps you are not looking for help for yourself, but rather for a spouse or child. If so, Thriveworks Counseling providers in Buffalo are the answer. Slammed doors, screaming matches, lies, late nights; some of these things are normal in life, but they can also indicate a serious problem. If your home sounds like this, you or your child could benefit from talking with a Thriveworks Provider. You owe it to yourself and your loved one to try to create more harmony in your home. This type of home life does not have to be the norm. Make the effort to create the peace that your family really needs.

Teenagers in today’s society are dealing with many stressors and temptations. Drugs, social media, peer pressure, college and career plans; sometimes if it helpful to have a listening ear that is not a parent. A Thriveworks Provider may be able to reach your child or teenager in a way you cannot. When your lovely child becomes a sullen teenager, he or she may spend hours in their room, on the phone, and unwilling to talk to their family. If you, as a parent or caregiver, has a feeling something might be wrong, do not ignore that instinct.

We all know the dismal statistics on marriage. When you and your spouse are fighting frequently, it may quickly become “normal.” You are too busy with your responsibilities to address these serious issues, and resentment begins to grow. If your relationship or marriage is in trouble, Thriveworks Counseling providers are ready to help. Two people can have very different communication styles, daily habits, and goals for the relationships. Deep seated hurts can cause so many hard feelings, it can be difficult to know where to start in repairing a relationship. We can address each partner’s fears, needs, and misunderstandings. Thriveworks Counseling providers in Buffalo are experts in repairing relationships, and can help yours begin to recover the love that you have lost.

Why Choose Thriveworks?

Your life is very busy and full of responsibilities. You spend time caring for so many people in life, but how much time do you give to yourself? Perhaps you have simply put your dreams on hold for too long. You have spent decades caring for others, addressing your family’s needs, and ignoring your own. Are you simply settling for less in life because you just have no idea how to make a realistic change? Our Thriveworks Counseling providers understand, but we want you to know that you can be more. Life is not a dress rehearsal. If you do not take charge of your life now, when? If you do not give attention to your dreams, who will?

Thriveworks Counseling providers are unique in that we do not operate with a waiting list. We want to be ready when you are ready to make a change in your life. We pride ourselves on being available when we are needed. In most cases, we can pair you with a Thriveworks provider within 24 hours.

Call Thriveworks Counseling providers in Buffalo, and we will connect you with a coach or counselor immediately. This person will help you discover and understand your goals for coaching or counseling, and will journey with you in creating the life you really want. We will help you identify your strengths and weaknesses, and create a plan for improvement and assessment. It would be our honor to walk with you on this journey of healing and growth. You exercise, try to eat right, attend annual physicals, take your vitamins. Why not give some attention to your dreams and emotional health? Call today for in-person counseling or online therapy.

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We call this The Thriveworks Difference

Thriveworks Typical Counseling Practice
Offices open early and late
Same- or next-day appointments
Appointments start on time Unlikely
Care at 100+ locations
Phone access to your provider between sessions
Email access to your provider between sessions
Providers that accept major insurance plans
Online counseling opportunities Unlikely
Ask-a-coach 24hr Q&A
Text support via our Success Navigator
Exclusive video content
Counselor-moderated community discussion
Ultra-flexible 23.5hr cancellations
A free e-copy of "Leaving Depression Behind"
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Overall Rating: 5★★★★★ based on 4 5 1 4 reviews. See all reviews
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Jennifer Burt- LCSW-R

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Jennifer balances her counseling expertly between talking/educating and listening. I already trust her after just a handful of sessions thanks to her objective feedback and concern. If you need a skilled mental health professional to help guide you thru life’s challenges, you will not be disappointed in Jennifer.
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Extremely pleased

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Wendy has been seeing my wife and I for almost two and half years. Her insights into how we both viewed our marriage so differently ultimately helped us both see that we are not the right people for one another. We have unfortunately decided that divorce was the right path forward for us as individuals but counseling made it a healthy, productive journey instead of letting things just fall apart at home. She is now my personal therapist helping me deal with the loss of my marriage. I don’t just appreciate our sessions, but I look forward to them. I take notes and I learn a lot about myself and my growth every time we meet.
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So glad we found this place!

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I was looking for a new therapist for my teenage son and came across their website. I called to see how long of a waitlist they had, expecting there to be a waitlist. ThriveWorks got my son in within 24 hours! Incredible! My son found a great therapist at ThriveWorks, Mr.Stephen Obrien. This guy has a unique approach and it works for my son. My son actually WANTS to go to therapy. He's getting more out of his sessions than either of us could have hoped for. We found this place at the right time and we couldn't be happier.
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great care

★★★★★
Had circumstances that made me very unhappy. My therapist Cheryl gave me great coping skills. The appointments were easy to get and the office was bright and inviting. I would recommend Thriveworks to my friends and family.
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  • 8612 Main St #1,
    Buffalo, New York 14221

  • Mon-Fri:M-Th: 9AM-9PM | Fri: 9AM-6PM
    Sat-Sun:Sat: 9AM-4PM | Sun: By request only

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