Sustainable Wellness

02/17/2026

Please join us in welcoming Erin Whitman, LMSW to our Sustainable Wellness team! 🎉

Erin provides individual therapy to adults and young adults, taking a deeply non-judgmental and client-led approach, and specializing in attachment, interpersonal relationships, parenting, LGBTQIA+ identity issues, and religious trauma. She is in the process of accepting Aetna, BCBS, and MVP insurances.

Erin's work centers around the nervous system and the ways in which nature, nurture, and systemic influences impact both our individual and collective experiences. Utilizing a variety of modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Modern Psychoanalytic Theory, systems theory, and somatic techniques, she helps clients develop a deeper understanding of how subconscious patterns affect behavior.

She provides a grounded, compassionate space for clients to identify and peel away the layers of conditioning and survival tactics that get in the way of living with confidence and authenticity. By connecting the mind and body, she supports clients in building a better relationship with themselves and their communities.

Visit our website at www.sustainablewellnessny.com to learn more about Erin and to request an appointment!
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12/22/2025

Learn more about our Emotions in Motion group for teens - starting on Sundays in January!

11/30/2025

We're excited to announce that Chris Love, LMSW is opening more spots on his caseload starting next week (12/8/25)! If you live in NY state and are looking for a new trauma therapist, don’t hesitate to contact us to learn more!

Chris accepts BCBS and Aetna insurances and is in the process of credentialing with MVP. He works with adults and young adults and has a deep commitment to serving the LGBTQ+ community as well as individuals navigating emotional and relational challenges. His clinical experience includes working with PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, low self-esteem, attachment wounds, grief, and interpersonal issues.

Chris draws from an eclectic, evidence-based approach tailored to each client’s unique needs. He integrates modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Ego States Therapy. He is also undergoing training for EMDR therapy.

At the core of Chris’ philosophy is the belief that therapy is a partnership. Healing begins with the relationship we hold with ourselves—the foundation from which all other connections are built. Through this lens, Chris supports clients in rediscovering their inherent worth and reclaiming the power to shape meaningful change.

Visit our website at www.sustainablewellnessny.com to learn more about Chris and to request an appointment!

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Sustainable Wellness is a trauma-informed psychotherapy and wellness practice focused on providing a holistic approach to healing. We offer specialized mental health services for PTSD and other trauma disorders, along with trauma-informed care for communities exposed to high levels of chronic stress...

11/11/2025

Did you know you can attend therapy at a discounted rate by working with a clinical intern? No insurance required!

Our Supervised Training Program is designed as a mutually beneficial, community-focused model that allows clients to receive high-quality, affordable therapy while interns gain essential clinical experience in trauma-focused interventions.

You can expect:
• Trauma-informed, relational, affirming care
• A community that welcomes all backgrounds
• Client-centered, evidence-based approaches
• Individual sessions starting at $50

Who qualifies?
• Everyone! By working with a clinical intern, you receive affordable therapy while directly supporting our supervised training program and expanding access for others in need.

Contact us today at www.sustainablewellnessny.com or by calling 585-206-2631.

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Quality therapy at reduced rates with supervised clinical interns. Safe, ethical, trauma-informed care for kids, teens and adults.

11/01/2025

We had such a wonderful morning connecting with LGBTQ+ youth, parents, and allied providers at the GSA Unity Summit. Special thanks to Our Local History for inviting us and organizing such a wonderful event!


Visit our website for more information about our Aligned Care Services at Sustainable Wellness:

www.sustainablewellnessny.com

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10/21/2025

As we ease into this rainy week, we’re still carrying the energy and inspiration from the Rochester Q***r Arts Festival on October 11th. 🌈

We were proud to sponsor this incredible event and stand in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community. It was also an honor to host three ImageOut film screenings in our Village Gate studio, including a documentary about the wonderful Mrs. Kasha Davis, along with a historical presentation on the history of drag. It was a beautiful opportunity for storytelling and celebration within our community.

Our practice is dedicated to supporting community efforts that make healing more accessible and equitable. Visit our website to learn more about our Aligned Care Services and our work with the LGBTQ+ community.

www.sustainablewellnessny.com

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10/17/2025

Community, Healing, & Connection

A reflection and recap of our time at the Rochester Q***r Arts Festival!

10/12/2025

Who doesn’t love a team photo op at a community festival? Q***r Arts Fest was a blast - more pics to come!

10/08/2025

October Newsletter - Our team is growing! Read about our new openings and services:

Our team is expanding! This month at Sustainable Wellness, we welcome new clinicians, clinical interns, and affiliates dedicated to providing trauma-informed and trauma-focused care. As our team expands, so does our community involvement and building partnerships that strengthen our services and out...

10/07/2025

We are so excited to *officially* welcome Caren Calamita (she/they) as our newest Sustainable Wellness affiliate! You may have already met Caren around our Village Gate office where she’s been renting space these past six months. We’ve received such glowing ✨ feedback about her services - and have personally loved her partnership so much - that we wanted to take it to the next level!

Caren is a Reiki practitioner, Tarot reader, and educator. Drawing on her own healing journey and neurodivergence, she offers support that is compassionate and grounding in both her Tarot and Reiki practices.

Her Tarot practice blends Jungian psychology, intuition, and personal integration - guiding people beyond fear-based interpretations into deeper self-awareness. As a Reiki Master Practitioner, Caren provides a gentle container for restoration and renewal helping people release energy blockages that are being stored in the body.

This month, she is also launching a new coaching service designed for neurodiverse adults who need support in creating and following systems that best fit their neurodivergency.

At the heart of all Caren’s work is a belief in community, curiosity, and the power of healing to open new possibilities.

Caren holds a Master’s in Education as well as an advanced certificate in Special Education, specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorder.

She can be found on Instagram and via email at crowscatsandtarot@gmail.com. Appointments and other offerings can be found on her linktree page at linktr.ee/crowscatsandtarot13 or on the Affiliates page of our Sustainable Wellness website.

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10/03/2025

Have you ever been to a yoga classes at our Sustainable Wellness studio?🧘🏻✨ Classes are open to the community, so grab a friend - or come solo after a therapy session if you’re connected with one of our awesome providers. Mats and props are provided!

This is a pic from our friends at . YogaVibe offers yoga classes on Monday & Wednesday nights and Friday & Sunday mornings. They also offer sound baths, book clubs, Tarot workshops and other cool events in between!

Our Events schedule is available on our website: www.sustainablewellnessny.com.

Interested in renting our Studio or partnering with us for your classes or events? Fill out the contact form on our website. We’d love to hear from you!

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09/29/2025

On Saturday, Oct. 11th, Sustainable Wellness will be spending the day vending at the Rochester Q***r Arts Festival () - just a hop, skip & a jump downstairs from our main office!

Come visit our booth and learn about our LGBTQ+ Aligned Care Services, which include assessments and letters for gender affirming care along with specialized therapy and wellness services. You'll also find a showcase of artisans, hand-crafters, and professional artists along with food trucks and food carts.

will also be film screenings in our Studio throughout the day.😍

This is a free community event - open to allies of all ages! We hope to see you there.🌈

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