Business Details
7 Years
experience
Evidence-Based Mental Health Therapy Services in Western NY
At Genesee Valley Psychology, we are dedicated to providing evidence-based mental health therapy that prioritizes accessibility, cultural responsiveness, and clinical excellence. Founded in 2019, our practice specializes in treating anxiety, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma/PTSD, and borderline personality disorder (BPD) through modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and exposure and response prevention (ERP). Our team of licensed clinicians combines decades of collective experience with ongoing professional training to deliver treatments grounded in scientific research.We accept major insurance plans including Excellus, Blue Cross, Aetna, and United Healthcare while maintaining sliding scale options to ensure financial accessibility. Our mission emphasizes cultural humility, inclusivity, and empowering clients of all identities through transparent care and community partnerships focused on mental health equity.
Services
OCD Treatment
DBT Therapy
Trauma Recovery
CBT Programs
Psychological Assessment
Group Therapy
Online Courses
Intensive Treatment
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We specialize in evidence-based treatments for OCD, trauma, and personality disorders
- Our clinicians provide culturally responsive care for diverse identities
- We maintain sliding scale fees for financial accessibility
- Our team includes experts in DBT, CBT, and ERP therapies
- We partner with community organizations to advance mental health equity
What people say
Top notch services
Culturally responsive care
Financial accessibility options
Community partnerships
Evidence-based treatments
Services
OCD Treatment
Specialized exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Our clinicians deliver evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual symptom patterns and severity levels. Treatment includes gradual exposure exercises combined with response prevention strategies to reduce compulsive behaviors and anxiety.
DBT Therapy
Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for borderline personality disorder and emotion dysregulation. Our program includes individual therapy, skills training groups, and phone coaching to develop mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Trauma Recovery
Trauma-focused cognitive processing therapy (CPT) and prolonged exposure therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder. Treatment addresses trauma processing through structured sessions that help clients understand and reframe traumatic experiences while developing coping strategies.
Psychological Assessment
Comprehensive psychological assessments for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Our evaluation process includes clinical interviews, standardized assessments, and collaborative feedback sessions to ensure clear understanding of presenting concerns and appropriate treatment recommendations.
Online Courses
Accessible mental health education through our online school platform. Courses cover OCD management, trauma recovery, and evidence-based coping strategies with self-paced modules designed to complement traditional therapy and expand skill-building opportunities for broader audiences.
People
Dr. Lauren Wadsworth
Director
Licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based treatments for OCD and trauma. Developed community partnerships including the Justice Program at GVP. Provides training on racial trauma and cultural responsiveness in mental health care.
Dr. Broderick Sawyer
Clinical Psychologist
Expert in race-based stress and trauma with mindfulness specialization. Offers community workshops and monthly mindfulness retreats. Provides cultural competence training for mental health professionals and organizations.
Dr. Stephanie Pinder-Amaker
Co-Founder
Clinical psychologist and co-author of 'Did That Just Happen?!' specializing in organizational anti-racism training. Leads Twin Star Diversity consulting partnership focused on creating inclusive workplace environments through listening-based leadership development.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma/PTSD, borderline personality disorder (BPD), and mood disorders using evidence-based therapies.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept Excellus, Blue Cross, Aetna, Optum, United Healthcare, MVP, and Medicare plans. We also offer sliding scale fees for those without insurance.
Are your services accessible for marginalized communities?
Our practice incorporates sociocultural considerations in treatment and partners with organizations like the Black Healers Network to improve mental health equity.
What therapy formats do you offer?
We provide in-person therapy at our Rochester and Amherst offices, telehealth sessions, and online educational courses for skill-building.
How long is the typical wait time for appointments?
Wait times vary by treatment type (1-12 months) due to high demand, but we can often provide referrals for immediate care needs.
