Licensed art therapist
Ciera LaCount, LCAT (they/her)
- complex trauma
- neurodivergence
- LGBTQIA+ issues
- gender affirming care
- ethical non-monogamy
- relationship dynamics
Openings currently available @ Pittsford. Please contact for availability.
$125 self-pay rate.
Do you find it difficult to explain to others why you’re struggling? Do they keep saying that you have a great life and have no reason to be anxious or depressed? If you find it challenging to consistently be your authentic self this probably sounds familiar. You feel like you are supposed to feel happy. But you don’t. You feel like you should be proud of your accomplishments. But you aren’t. You feel like you should know what you want to do with your life. But you’ve got absolutely no idea.
Feeling stuck often has to do with a lack of authenticity in your life; your actions aren’t aligned with your own personal values, that in some ways you are living your life according to the wants and expectations of others while ignoring your own boundaries. As someone who is LGBTQ+ I’ve personally experienced what it’s like to live inauthentically, as well as what it’s like to transition into my genuine self. As a therapist I prioritize helping you identify your own personal values and challenge the belief that we have to live the life others expect us to, particularly when it comes to our gender and sexual identity. In sessions together, we’ll use art-making to practice introspection, to develop healthy coping skills, and as a way to heal. Not only do I offer a listening ear, but I can help you better identify and understand your emotions and how they relate to unmet needs and unresolved trauma so you can live a life that is truly your own.
“You use a glass mirror to see your face; you use works of art to see your soul.”
G.B. Shaw
Get To Know Ciera!
Education & Training
I graduated from the Nazareth University, Creative Arts Therapy program in 2024 and am licensed as a creative arts therapist in the state of NY. I have extra training in career development and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Currently I am participating in advanced Gottman Training for relationships.
client focus
The clients I see range from adolescents to adults. While each person I meet with is unique in their needs, much of the work we do aligns with emotion regulation, trauma processing, developing coping skills, and exploring topics related to gender, relationships, and neurodiversity.
Therapeutic approaches
As a therapist I work primarily from the perspective of narrative therapy. This approach separates the individual from their experienced problems, while highlighting strengths, skills, beliefs, and values as a way to create a more satisfying life.
areas of specialization
I specialize in gender-affirming care, as well as other LGBTQIA+ identities and relationships, complex trauma (CPTSD), and neurodiversity (ADHD/Autism).
What does a session with you look like?
I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives. Only you know how you feel, think, and perceive the world. As your therapist I strive to understand your unique standing so that we can collaborate on therapeutic strategies that will best support your goals.
Each session is structured around what clients want to bring in and discuss. If there are common themes in these issues and you are open to it we may utilize some structured sessions to aid in developing key skills.
How do I know if we're a good fit?
On average it can take up to 6 months of weekly therapy to develop a trusting therapeutic relationship. However, I often find that simply talking to a therapist can be immediately reliving. This may be due to finally finding a space that can hold all of your concerns and pressures. If during these first few sessions you feel understood and listened to, then we’ll probably be a great fit!
Goal progress is entirely dependent on the effort put in both inside and outside of our sessions. While I strive to encourage the implementation of self-care and coping skills to navigate emotional distress, therapy is not magic. It takes time to integrate new skills and behaviors and to feel like changes are happening.
