About Jennifer Lafratta
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Groups
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Art Therapy
Adlerian
Attachment-based
Applied Behavioral Analysis
Christian Counseling
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Jennifer Lafratta
Jenna’s ideal clients are individuals who often feel misunderstood by traditional mental health care, including those navigating intense emotions, relationship difficulties, chronic illness or disability, trauma, and the unique experiences of veterans and military families. Clients may come feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from trying to manage alone. Jenna offers a warm, nonjudgmental space to understand the patterns beneath their struggles, build practical coping skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change that reflects their values and goals.
Jenna specializes in supporting clients navigating emotional dysregulation and BPD, chronic illness or disability, trauma, and military life. Using CBT, DBT-informed skills, ACT, and psychodynamic approaches, she helps clients understand patterns, manage emotions, process difficult experiences, strengthen relationships, and build a meaningful life.
You deserve a space where you can be honest about what you’re experiencing without judgment or having to explain why it feels so difficult. Jenna will meet you with curiosity, compassion, and respect for the strengths you already carry. Together, you can make sense of what feels overwhelming and find a path forward that feels authentic to you.
What should a new client know about working with you?
🌿 What Clients Can Expect Working With Me
-A Safe, Nonjudgmental Space
Clients can be honest about what they’re feeling — even emotions that feel “too much” or hard to explain — without fear of being dismissed. I will meet them with curiosity and compassion, helping them feel seen and understood.
-Collaborative Exploration
I help clients make sense of the patterns beneath their struggles — how emotions, thoughts, and behaviors interact — and guide them toward insight rather than simply giving advice. Sessions feel like teamwork, not interrogation.
-Practical Skill Building
Using CBT, DBT‑informed, ACT, and psychodynamic approaches, you teach clients concrete tools for emotional regulation, communication, and self‑understanding. They leave sessions with strategies they can apply immediately.
-Trauma‑Informed Care
Clients experience sensitivity to their histories and triggers. I pace sessions thoughtfully, ensuring safety and choice while exploring difficult experiences.
-Respect for Identity and Context
I recognize the unique challenges of chronic illness, disability, military life, LGBTQ+, and relational trauma. Clients feel that their lived experiences are respected and integrated into treatment.
-Authentic Growth
I help clients reconnect with their values and strengths, fostering change that feels genuine — not forced or performative. Progress is measured by increased self‑trust, emotional clarity, and relational confidence.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our first session is simply about getting to know you and understanding what brought you to therapy. We’ll talk about what feels most important right now, what you’ve been navigating, and what you hope to get out of our work together.
There’s no pressure to go deep or unpack anything heavy unless that’s what you need. I meet every client exactly where they are, so each first session looks a little different. Some people want to share their story right away, while others prefer to start slowly and focus on comfort, safety, and building trust.
My goal is to create a space where you can show up as you are — without judgment, without rushing, and without having to hide how hard things have been. Together, we’ll begin laying the foundation for a therapeutic relationship that feels supportive, collaborative, and centered on your needs.
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Fees
Individual Session Cost:
$125 per session
Couples Session Cost:
$125 per session
Sliding Scale:
I offer sliding scale pricing
Payment Method
American Express
Cash
Check
Discover
Health Savings Account
Mastercard
Venmo
Visa
Insurance--In-Network Plans
Aetna
Cigna and Evernorth
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Highmark
Highmark BCBS of Western New York
Medicaid
Out-of-Network
I accept clients claiming on their OON benefits.
Office location
Jennifer Lafratta, LMSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
- Move Me Brightly
Education and training
- University at Buffalo, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1376256289
How soon can I make an appointment with Jennifer Lafratta?
Generally, Jennifer Lafratta has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Jennifer Lafratta's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Jennifer Lafratta accepting new patients?
Jennifer Lafratta generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Jennifer Lafratta's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Jennifer Lafratta accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Jennifer Lafratta online?
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What practice does Jennifer Lafratta work with?
Jennifer Lafratta works with Move Me Brightly.
Where is Jennifer Lafratta's office located?
Jennifer Lafratta has 2 office locations, including in Williamsville and Smyrna, view full addresses on Jennifer Lafratta's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Jennifer Lafratta?
Jennifer Lafratta frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Jennifer Lafratta on their profile.
What languages does Jennifer Lafratta speak?
Jennifer Lafratta speaks English.