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Carlchinn@becomethewaytherapy.com

Meet your therapist

Carl Chinn, LMHC

First of all, thank you for considering me to help you through the hard time you're experiencing. I have a deep spiritual conviction that we're all on the same human team and that we are all in this together. I want to be an active member of your team and have a wealth of experience to offer. I've been a counselor since 2012 and have had hundreds of folks walk through my door.

Rather than focusing on trying to heal our wounds from the past, the kind of treatment I offer is similar to the mental health version of physical therapy. Rather than stitching a wound together and scratching the scar that it leaves behind, we're aiming to increase your strength and flexibility so that you're not only back to your old self, you may even feel better than you did before these issues first started causing trouble for you.

It's a lot of work but the results are very consistent. We get better at whatever we practice. For many folks, they've struggled with running away or hiding from things, and fair enough, our troubles can be terrifying. With me on your team, I hope to help you take the steps to practice getting stronger, to grow our bravery, our courage, and our sense of purpose. If those are stronger than the things that have previously dragged us down, we'll make progress.

Clinical Experienced in:

  • Acculturation Difficulties

  • ADHD

  • Anger

  • Anxiety

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders

  • Career Counseling

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Depression

  • Gender-Related Issues

  • Grief and Loss

  • Independence

  • Life Coaching

  • Life Transitions

  • Relationship Distress

  • Self Esteem

  • Spirituality

  • Substance Abuse

  • Suicidality

  • Trauma and PTSD

How does it work?

  • Evaluation

    We meet for an hour to discuss what’s bringing you in and how I can help. We’ll outline a plan of action and schedule around implementing it. There is a free consultation before this if you’re unsure if this is the right fit for you.

  • Therapy

    I have curated a specific collection of therapies to help you develop the strengths to be your own counselor. Therapy can be up to monthly with protracted homework assignments to accommodate budgets but can also be as frequent as weekly to closely process specific concerns.

  • Location

    Currently, all of our appointments are being offered remotely via video calls.

  • Why me?

    Your time is valuable and so is your mental health. When you work with me, I make it my job that for 3-6 months, to help you develop a skillset, a discipline. I fully intend for that discipline to replace me in your life. We plan so that when you have problems in the future, as we all do, your skills will still be there for you, and you’ll know how to use them.

  • Out of Pocket Cost

    The upfront cost for a session is $300. Payment is due at the time of service. Sessions can be between 30-60 minutes long, but 60 minutes is recommended.

  • Let's get started

    Consultations are free so please schedule one for folks with questions. Click the link below to get enrolled through our patient portal if you’re covered by one of our insurance carriers or call/text us at 716-404-9990.

    Otherwise, feel free to book directly by using the Book Online button at the top or bottom of the page.

What can I expect?

Let’s talk a little about the experience: