Cindy McGinley, LMHC, CCTP, CHt
LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)
Chittenango, NY
Online & In-Person
About me
Experience more joy in your life and relationships! Get unstuck, stop living from fear, develop trust, regain or improve your self-esteem, and simply work on feeling better. Have your sessions in the more-than-human world, out in the fresh air, supported by nature in a private space and/or in the wonderful healing presence of horses. SpiritedScience® programs offer solace in the spirit(s) of nature and are especially appropriate for those who may not thrive in a conventional psychotherapy setting. I also offer virtual sessions in inclement weather, for those who prefer not to work with horses (or walk-and-talk), or those who prefer not to/cannot travel.
My approach is person-centered, positive, feminist, Jungian, existential, and transpersonal. One size does not fit all, and I utilize various approaches, deciding with each individual what feels right and necessary for their own growth and healing. I am aware of the various systems (racial, socioeconomic, patriarchal) that many of us live in and must navigate, as well as how they might affect a person's well-being. I am an advocate and ally for the marginalized, including women, BIPOC, and the LGBTQIA+ population. My style of communication is direct and honest, and I will challenge you sometimes in order to help facilitate introspection and growth, but I will also provide a safe and caring environment for our explorations together.
The horses and I can help you develop healthy relationship patterns and/or effectively deal with grief, depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, PTSD, and addiction. You can experience personal growth after acute, chronic, or complex trauma. I can guide you through the integration of the physical, mental, emotional, & spiritual aspects of Self that is necessary to be whole, assist you in making meaning out of tragedy or abuse, foster resilience, & hold a safe space for you while we work together to heal your soul loss.
License
License(s)
Professional certifications
Professional associations
Education
Prescott College
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$130 - $150Accepted payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Paypal
- Venmo
- Credit Card
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- United Healthcare
- Aetna
- Out of Network
- Oscar Health
Specialties and clinical interests
- Alcohol or Drug Use/Addictions
- Anxiety
- Binge Eating
- Depression
- Grief & Loss
- Life Coaching
- Pet Loss
- Relationships
- Self-Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress/Stress Management
- Trauma & PTSD
- Women's Issues
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
- equine-assisted psychotherapy
Community specialties
- Biracial
- Trauma Survivors
- Health at Every Size (HAES)
Faith-based specialties
- Indigenous American Religions
- Wicca / Paganism
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
- Couples
Languages
- English
Website and social media