Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Counseling Partner in Buffalo, NY
At CPH Mental Health Counseling, we are more than just a small officewe are a compassionate community dedicated to personalized mental health care. Our clinicians prioritize building genuine connections with clients, offering individualized treatment plans tailored to each person's unique needs. We specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, gender dysphoria, relationship challenges, and life transitions through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Our intimate practice environment fosters privacy, continuity of care, and strong therapeutic relationships, ensuring clients feel seen as whole individuals rather than case numbers. With flexible scheduling and minimal wait times, we provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for healing and growth.Our team includes highly qualified professionals with expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and trauma-informed care. We serve children, teens, adults, and families, offering individual, couples, and family counseling sessions. Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in our telehealth options and client portal system, which streamlines appointment management and secure communication. We actively collaborate with local healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for our clients. Our practice is built on the foundation that every individual's story matters, and we strive to create a supportive environment where clients feel empowered to thrive.
Services
Individual Counseling
Family Counseling
Couples Counseling
Teen Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Trauma Recovery
Gender Dysphoria Support
Life Transitions Coaching
Relationship Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- Our clinicians specialize in evidence-based therapies for diverse mental health concerns
- We maintain an intimate practice environment for focused client care
- Our team includes award-winning professionals with decades of combined experience
- We provide accessible telehealth options with secure client portal integration
What people say
Compassionate staff
Safe environment
Improved mental health
Excellent counselors
Highly recommend
Services
Individual Counseling
Our individual counseling sessions provide personalized mental health support for adults, teens, and adolescents. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT, we address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Each session focuses on building coping skills and fostering personal growth through a collaborative therapeutic relationship that adapts to evolving client needs.
Family Counseling
Family counseling services help improve communication patterns and resolve conflicts within households. Our clinicians address relationship dynamics, behavioral issues, and intergenerational challenges through structured sessions that promote understanding and cooperation. This approach strengthens family bonds while respecting individual boundaries and fostering collective emotional wellness.
Gender Dysphoria Support
Specialized gender dysphoria support services include affirming therapy for transgender and gender-diverse individuals. Our experienced clinicians provide assessment documentation, coping strategies, and referral letters when appropriate. We emphasize creating safe spaces for identity exploration while addressing related mental health concerns through trauma-informed care practices.
Telehealth Sessions
Secure telehealth sessions offer accessible mental health care through encrypted video platforms. Our virtual services maintain the same quality standards as in-person visits, with flexible scheduling options that accommodate busy lifestyles. The integrated patient portal enables seamless appointment management, document sharing, and secure messaging between sessions.
Trauma Recovery
Trauma recovery programs utilize specialized techniques to address PTSD and complex trauma symptoms. Our trauma-informed care approach creates safe therapeutic environments for processing adverse experiences while developing grounding techniques. Clinicians employ evidence-based modalities to help clients rebuild emotional regulation and restore daily functioning.
People
Danielle Cook
Owner and Director
Danielle Cook, LMHC-D, owns CPH Mental Health Counseling with 12+ years clinical experience. She holds dual master's degrees from Canisius College and specializes in gender dysphoria treatment. An adjunct professor and award-winning professional, she serves on medical boards and presents internationally on mental health topics.
Courtney Lauder
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Courtney Lauder, LMHC, has 15 years experience treating depression, anxiety, and trauma disorders. She earned her master's from Canisius College and holds a trauma-informed care certificate. Specializing in CBT and DBT therapies, she provides individual and group counseling while maintaining active clinical supervision credentials.
Eric Frasch
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Eric Frasch, LMHC, combines mental health counseling with pastoral ministry training. He earned his master's from Canisius College and specializes in treating substance use disorders and PTSD. With experience in individual, couples, and group therapy, he employs cognitive behavioral and motivational interviewing techniques for adult and adolescent clients.
McKayla Brown
Mental Health Counselor
McKayla Brown, MHC-LP, graduated from SUNY Buffalo with degrees in psychology and sociology before completing her master's in clinical mental health counseling. She specializes in anxiety, depression, and gender dysphoria treatment using client-centered approaches that emphasize individual strengths and promote holistic healing.
Marvin Henchbarger
Outreach Coordinator
Marvin Henchbarger advocates for LGBTQIA+ youth with 17 years community experience. They connect CPH Mental Health Counseling with local organizations while maintaining educational roles at SUNY College. Identifying as gender expansive, they use inclusive approaches to build community partnerships and support client access.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual, family, and couples counseling for anxiety, depression, trauma, gender dysphoria, and relationship challenges using evidence-based therapies tailored to each client's needs.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Book through our patient portal or call 716.322.6394 to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. New clients receive portal access for managing appointments and secure messaging with clinicians.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as an out-of-network provider. Clients receive superbill documentation for potential insurance reimbursement. Payment options include major credit cards through our secure online portal system.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth sessions using encrypted video technology. All virtual appointments are accessible through our patient portal with technical support available for connection issues.
What makes your practice different?
Our personalized approach combines clinical expertise with compassionate care in an intimate setting. Clinicians maintain specialized training in trauma-informed care and gender-affirming therapies with flexible scheduling options.
How do you handle cancellation policies?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations. Missed appointments without notice incur full session fees. Telehealth clients must log in within 15 minutes of scheduled time to avoid charges.
