Thriveworks opens new mental health clinic in Buffalo, New York

Before earning my master’s degree in counseling education, I worked with autistic children in a clinical setting and teenagers in an inpatient setting. I primarily work with children and adolescents experiencing anger, anxiety, and depression, particularly those with ADHD or autism. I also have experience working with adults and families.

I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship where clients feel comfortable enough for me to be honest, direct, and straightforward when needed. I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, to meet each client where they are and tailor treatment to their individual needs.

I don’t just believe that people have the power to change—I know they do. I’ve seen it happen. When we work together toward a goal that is meaningful to you, I believe you can make lasting, meaningful change.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master's degree in Counseling Psychology and experience supporting adults through anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, and other challenges that can feel overwhelming. I work with clients who want to better understand themselves, strengthen their coping skills, improve their relationships, and create meaningful change. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical, meeting you where you are while helping you move toward the life you want.

I use evidence based approaches like CBT, DBT skills, motivational interviewing, and solution focused techniques to help clients build insight and practical coping skills. I tailor therapy to each person's needs and provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space for growth and healing.

You don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. Whatever brings you to therapy, you deserve a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment. When you're ready, I'm here to take the next step with you.

Hello, I am Lizette. I enjoy nature, crocheting, art and music. I did my bachelor’s at Meredith and did my master’s at UNCW. I worked with immigrants and refugees then switched over to clinical support with the supporting Latino and Hispanics in mental health. I found a passion to work with children and teens. Most teens face a struggle for finding who they are, feeling unsupported or unheard and face some challenges in school and at home. I work with them to find themselves and explore to get to understand who they are and feel confident.

My style is to work with the client and their parents. I do fun and creative activities to get the client engaged like art therapy, play therapy, music therapy. I let the client lead with what they wanna work on, if there is nothing I would have something to do. I also tend to have some resources to help the client grow and give a space for clients. .

It is difficult navigating day to day, and sometimes without realizing we get stuck, frustrated, and lost. You can take a moment to schedule an appointment to heal and explore more about why you feel in that way.