About
Hello and welcome! I’m Meghan, and I believe that asking for help is one of the bravest first steps you can take. My goal is to be your dedicated guide for the steps that follow, helping you navigate the parts of your life that feel overwhelming or unfulfilling.
My Approach and Experience
With almost a decade of experience in the mental health field, I’ve developed a deep understanding of diverse needs across different settings:
I currently serve as a School Social Worker, giving me unique expertise in the challenges faced by adolescents. I truly enjoy helping teens manage the complex emotional, social, and academic pressures of this confusing and often difficult time in their lives.
My background also includes extensive work in outpatient mental health and with children involved in the juvenile justice program, which has sharpened my skills in crisis intervention, long-term support, and family systems.
What Clients Say
I strive to create a warm, safe, and open environment where you can feel comfortable being your authentic self. My adolescent clients have shared feedback like:
“You have a good energy that makes it easy to talk to you.”
“You have a judgement free attitude, I never feel scared to tell you things.”
Specialized Focus
I draw from a blend of evidence-based therapeutic models to create a personalized plan that works for you. My specialties include:
Mindfulness and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused CBT
Solution-Focused Treatment
I have experience helping individuals navigate a range of concerns, including:
Anxiety and Depression
Mood Disorders
Trauma
Self-Esteem Struggles
Major Life Changes impacting daily function
Taking the Next Step
The hardest work is over, you’ve decided to seek support. I look forward to connecting with you and creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can start managing your challenges and begin building a more fulfilling life.
Information
Office: West Seneca
Email:
meghan@shurmatzcounselingwny.com
My Approach and Experience
What Clients Say
Specialized Focus
Taking the Next Step