To schedule a new appointment as a new or existing client:
Click on the orange button titled 'Request Appointment' next to the therapists profile.
Select 'I'm a New Client' or if you are an existing client select 'I'm an existing client'
Choose the therapist that you want an appointment with
Follow the Prompts to see your therapists availability and schedule .
We will confirm your appointment via E-mail.
If you have any questions please give us a call or email us at help@hillviewcounseling.com
Click on the orange button titled 'Request Appointment' next to the therapists profile.
Select 'I'm a New Client' or if you are an existing client select 'I'm an existing client'
Choose the therapist that you want an appointment with
Follow the Prompts to see your therapists availability and schedule .
We will confirm your appointment via E-mail.
If you have any questions please give us a call or email us at help@hillviewcounseling.com
Richard Jimenez, LMHC/CASAC
Executive Director Extension 10 |
Hello.
Thank you for taking the time to visit our website. My name is Richard and I am the director of our practice and supervise the therapists below. We are a group of clinicians with different concentrations in our field who pride themselves in the work we do with our clients and in our community. We each have a different passion for what we do and we try to give the best experience possible. We strive for integrity, accountability and respect. Our team sees adults, adolescents, clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, marital and LGBTQIA+ issues. I am very proud of the team that we have and I invite you to read their profiles and schedule an appointment. We also provide the Impaired Drivers Assessment for individuals involved in a DWI/DWAI. We coordinate with the DMV, Courts and attorneys involved. If you have any questions about scheduling, coverage or billing issues please reach out to me at help@hillviewcounseling.com and I will personally reach out to you. Thank You! |
Caitlin Scheller, LMHC
Vice President Extension 11 |
Caitlin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and has her Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling from Medaille College (2011). She also holds a dual bachelor's degree in psychology and sociology from SUNY at Fredonia . Caitlin has 10 years experience in the mental health field working as a residential counselor, a clinical care coordinator, an addictions counselor and most recently as a Senior Counselor at a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic. She is experienced in substance use disorder issues and uses a trauma informed care approach with her clients. Caitlin is trained in the seeking safety program for individuals with PTSD and Substance use Disorder. Caitlin accepts Aetna, Highmark BCBS of WNY, Cigna, Fidelis, Independent Health ), Optum/United Behavioral Health and Univera. Medicaid: We do not accept the following Medicaid Plans: Independent Health or Blue Cross Blue Shield or Optum Community Plan |
Anna Caflisch, LMHC
Extension 12 |
I have had the opportunity to experience working with most age groups and diagnosis/life issues, in a wide variety of settings including behavioral health hospitals, schools, in-home, and clinics. I enjoy working with diverse populations and have experience working with clients from different cultures, clients from the LGBTQ+ community, and the military community.
I am especially interested in helping young adults build self-esteem and work through life transitions. My overall approach to therapy is trauma-informed. I am trained in EMDR to treat trauma and use other modalities such as TF-CBT. Along with treating trauma, I like to use positive psychology. I believe in helping people find the good in their life, even if it can sometimes be hard to find. Other tools I use include DBT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing. For me, helping others reach their goals so that their lives can be even better is incredibly fulfilling. What goals are you currently looking to achieve, and how can we get there together. Anna only accepts Highmark BCBS of WNY, |
Kari Beckel, LMHC
Extension 14 |
As a therapist I strive to have an open and honest space for my clients. I specialize in working with children/adolescents, adults, pregnant women and LGBTQIA+.
Together we can address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm and mood disorders. I find it important to collaborate and communicate with clients to decide on the best course of treatment for them. Through the use of evidence-based practices such as, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, CBT for Anxiety (children), Trauma Focused-CBT and play therapy we can begin your journey to mental wellness. Kari accepts Highmark BCBS of WNY, Fidelis, Independent Health and Optum |
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Supporting our Youth - Kari Beckel, LMHC
Today's youth struggle with a variety of challenges from increased mental health symptoms, bullying (virtual and in person) and pressure to present perfection via social media. While all youth struggle with varying issues, LGTBQ+ youth have added pressures to manage. The Williams Institute reports that there are approximately 3.2 million LGBTQ youth between the ages of eight and 18. While younger generations are becoming more accepting of these youth, they still face significant adversity in their families and communities.
Self-Care: Is It Really a Cure-All?
“Self-care” seems like the new and woke response to any mention of anxiety or depression. “I’ve been really anxious today.” “Self-care!” The word gets said again and again until it means almost nothing at all. For many, this could feel invalidating without recognizing a deeper definition of self-care. Here goes some clearer definitions of self-care that won’t leave you feeling ignored, as well as some reasons why “self-care” as a suggestion might stand as an avoidance tactic...
Telling Your Story
When it comes to our memory we don’t often think of it as story telling because our memory is a collection of our recollections. When we re-tell a story from our past the way we present that material and our willingness to present that information differently actually creates how that memory is stored and changed over time. This doesn’t mean that our memories are always inaccurate of invaluable. On the contrary it means that our memories, and our telling of them gives us the chance to write out own story and emphasize the parts that we want to focus on...
