Rooted in care. Focused on growth.

Compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families.

Our Services

  • Individual therapy provides a safe, supportive space to explore personal challenges, develop coping strategies and work toward meaningful change. Sessions are tailored to your unique needs and may focus concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, or life transitions.

  • Couples therapy is designed to help partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen their connection. We support couples in navigating conflict, emotional distance, and relationship challenges in a structured and collaborative environment.

  • We offer both in-person counseling at our Hamburg office and secure online therapy options for clients who prefer the flexibility of meeting from home.

We are dedicated to helping you achieve your mental health goals. Whether you are seeking relief, growth, or lasting change, our personalized care and evidence-based approaches are designed to support you every step of the way.

Areas of Support

Life Transitions

Guidance through change, uncertainty, and major life adjustments.

Trauma & PTSD

Support for processing difficult experiences and building emotional safety and stability.

Anxiety & Depression

Help managing feelings of overwhelm, mood changes, and chronic stress.

Relationships & Family Dynamics

Support for improving communication and navigating interpersonal conflict.

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Meet the Team

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    Tammy Bissonnette

    FOUNDER & COUNSELOR | LMHC, CASAC, QHP

    Tammy is the founder of Southern Tier Mental Health Counseling and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with additional credentials in substance use counseling (CASAC). She utilizes evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, EDMR, trauma-focused therapy, and traditional talk therapy to support clients in their healing journey. Tammy specializes in working with children, adolescents, couples , and individuals navigating trauma, mental health concerns, and substance use disorders.

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    Lauren Vilardo

    PRE-LICENSED PROFESSIONAL

    Lauren is a graduate counseling intern who takes a compassionate, collaborative approach to therapy. She incorporates CBT and solution-focused brief therapy to help clients identify strengths, develop coping skills, and work toward meaningful change. Her areas of interest include family and relational dynamics, anxiety, ADHD, grief, self-esteem concerns, communication, and identity development.

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    Ainsley Goble

    OFFICE MANAGER

    Ainsley supports the day-to-day operations of Southern Tier Mental Health Counseling by assisting with scheduling, client communication, intake coordination, record management, and office administration. She helps create a welcoming and organized experience for clients from their first point of contact and throughout their care journey.

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    Alayna Simmons

    CLAIMS AND BILLING

    Alayna holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance and supports Southern Tier Mental Health Counseling in managing insurance claims, billing processes, and client account coordination. She also assists with practice systems and technology operations to help ensure smooth day-to-day functioning behind the scenes. Alayna works to create a seamless administrative experience so clients can focus on their care.