About

Luann Martin, LCSW-R

I have over 20 years experience in the human service field. My passion is providing compassionate support for those struggling with life’s challenges in a safe and non-judgmental environment; assisting individuals in addressing what is troubling them; whether it is marital conflict, depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, trauma, anger management, serious mental illness, etc.; helping them to achieve their personal goals; effecting positive change and working toward desired outcomes. I incorporate principles from the Christian faith for those who desire that but work with all people/faiths indiscriminately.

I love working with college-aged individuals; helping them to navigate the difficulties associated with entering adulthood successfully. I am closely located to Canisius, Medaille, UB South and Buffalo State colleges. Public transportation is available: the bus stops in front of the office and the Humboldt/Hospital Metrorail station is a block away.

I also derive great joy in assisting married couples in developing more effective ways of communicating with the end goal of resolving conflict and enjoying a more satisfying relationship where both parties feel valued and connected to each other in a deep way.

Joelle Stoltzfus, LCSW

Life is hard sometimes! Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, a traumatic experience or a family relationship, counseling is a good place to start addressing those difficulties so you can live a more fulfilling life. I integrate the principles of the Christian faith in my counseling for those who seek that but I’m also happy to engage those from all walks of faith and spiritual beliefs. I enjoy engaging children and their families to help promote happy, healthy family systems and relationships.

I have varied experiences working with children, adolescents and families in the community, in an outpatient mental health clinic and in the Buffalo public school system. I also utilize my training in EMDR therapy to help both children and adults process and resolve disturbing traumatic memories so that they can move forward in their lives.

My hope is that I can provide a compassionate and empathetic space for you to explore the vast array of thoughts and emotions that come with difficult life situations and to work together on finding solutions and peace for you and your loved ones.

Jennifer Kavanagh, LMHC, Christian Life Coach

Everyone is looking for a safe place to be themselves and to heal. As I engage with Christian faith-based people and people of color I often hear, “there’s no safe place for me to go for mental health help that won’t make me leave my faith” and “There aren’t any therapist who look like me.” This is a lonely place to be, needing helping, but feeling ostracized because of your faith or skin color.  My passion is helping those who are of faith and of color have a safe place to heal and restore their inherent dignity, value, and worth.

Three words that describe my therapeutic style are: warm, compassionate and direct. My approach is an integration of mental health tools and Christian faith-based principles. I believe every person has value, worth, and purpose and I seek to help you to see that about yourself.  

Julie Hasselbeck, LCSW

Are you feeling stuck in negative relationship patterns, negative thoughts about yourself, feelings of anxiety, or depression? Perhaps you have tried your best to break these belief patterns but haven’t made the headway you were hoping for. Sometimes we get stuck due to challenges life has sent our way. The consequences seem to replay themselves day in and day out in our beliefs of ourselves and our interactions with others.

I use an eclectic approach to therapy based on your needs and specialize in using Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). We will develop coping skills for the here and now; and also seek to understand the root causes of these negative patterns. This will allow new freedom for you to think and relate in a healthy way.

Despite the heaviness of life there is hope. You don’t have to stay stuck in the place where you are. If you would like a support and guide as you navigate through past hurts, current concerns, and anxieties about the future, give me a call. I would be honored to take the journey with you as you seek healing.