Cynthia Vogel, LMSW

Meet Cynthia. Cynthia Vogel, LMSW, is a dedicated therapist with a passion for helping children, adolescents, and young adultsnavigate trauma, identity, and emotional expression. She earned her Master’s degree from the University at Buffalo in 2024 and has specialized training in EMDR, Expressive Arts Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

With a family-centered and expressive approach, Cynthia integrates Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Schema-Focused Therapy, ACT, and Expressive Arts Therapy into her work, creating a space where clients can explore their emotions, process experiences, and embrace their authentic selves.

Therapeutic Philosophy & Approach

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Cynthia is inspired by the words of Gaston Bachelard, who wrote:
"We comfort ourselves by reliving memories of protection… we are never real historians, but always near poets, and our emotion is perhaps nothing but an expression of a poetry that was lost."

Guided by this perspective, Cynthia believes that therapy is about learning to look at our emotions—both joyful and painful—without fear. By embracing our experiences and being present in our daily lives, we can better understand our personal journeys and step into our fullest selves.

 

What Inspired Cynthia to Become a Therapist?

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Cynthia’s journey into therapy began with her own personal healing process. Experiencing firsthand the transformative power of therapy, she knew she wanted to help others find the same clarity, acceptance, and growth.

 

What She Finds Most Rewarding About Being a Therapist

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For Cynthia, the most fulfilling part of her work is watching clients discover their own strength and self-expression—whether through words, art, or emotional breakthroughs. She values the process of helping people reconnect with themselves and find creative, meaningful ways to heal.

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Beyond the Therapy Room

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Cynthia is a professional artist, an avid hiker and outdoor explorer, and a passionate animal lover. She also teaches art and enjoys blending creativity with her therapeutic practice.

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Fun Fact About Cynthia

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Not only is she an artist, but she can sing and is currently learning to play the guitar!