Serene Pathways Mental Health Counseling , PLLC

03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day from our women owned and run practice!

“Each time a woman stands up for herself , she stands up for women everywhere “.
Maya Angelou

01/26/2026

01/05/2026

At Serene Pathways MHC, we believe that your past doesn’t have to dictate your future, but understanding its influence is the first step toward freedom. We specialize in holistic therapeutic techniques that honor your whole story. By addressing the root causes of distress, we empower you to move beyond temporary relief and step into a life of lasting peace and genuine healing.

04/24/2025

We're excited to share our new healing space with you, nestled in the heart of downtown Saratoga Springs, where our compassionate therapists are dedicated to helping you unlock your full potential and cultivate a deeper sense of well-being.

Learn more 🌱 ⬇️
Serenepathwaysmhc.com

04/17/2025

Please join us in welcoming Susan to our team! With her warm, humanistic approach and impressive experience, she's the perfect fit. New client opportunities available now - both virtually and in-person at our Saratoga office!

Read below to learn more about Susan and her therapeutic approach!

My name is Susan Bates, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I am specialized in working with those struggling with anxiety, relational issues and relational trauma, people pleasing, codependency, perfectionism, and self-esteem issues. Although I have experience working with a range of presenting problems from my time working in a college counseling center, facilitating skills work in a PROS program and working with those involved with the legal system.

I have an individualized approach to therapy, primarily grounded in humanistic therapy. My priority is meeting you where you are at, honoring the human in you and letting you show up in your most authentic form and hold space for all parts of who you are without judgement. I see our relationship as a window into your relationships outside the therapy room, and the therapeutic relationship as an opportunity to facilitate healing. I ensure this is a space that you can heal by working from a trauma informed and culturally competent lens, in which I prioritize your feelings of emotional safety, emphasize communication and collaboration with me, and foster authenticity in the therapy room. I will incorporate other elements of my training and experience including, MBCT (Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and EFT (Emotion Focused Therapy), as well as other modalities and techniques, to tailor your treatment to you.

04/15/2025

We are thrilled to welcome Erin to our team! With her extensive experience and commitment to holistic, trauma-informed practices, she is a valuable asset to our community. Erin is now accepting new clients, both virtually and in-person at our Saratoga Springs office.

Read on to learn more about Erin's approach and expertise 👇🏼

My name is Erin Flora, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges and transitions. I specialize in working with women navigating pivotal experiences in their lives, focusing on anxiety, depression, fertility issues, prenatal and postpartum periods, grief and loss, trauma, parenthood, and struggles with self-esteem. I understand how isolating these feelings and experiences can be, especially when they are often unspoken and misunderstood. My goal is to provide a safe, nurturing space where we can explore your unique experiences, process their impact, and work toward creating the life you envision.

My therapeutic approach incorporates evidence-based strategies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address and alter thought patterns, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to foster understanding and acceptance of past experiences while moving forward. I practice with a trauma-informed lens to ensure safety, trust, and empowerment when addressing difficult areas of the past. Additionally, I draw on solution-focused and strength-based techniques to help set goals and take meaningful steps toward your emotional well-being.

Believing there’s no “one-size-fits-all” approach, I prioritize understanding your unique journey and together creating a personalized pathway of healing and self-discovery.

Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, attending live music and comedy events, and relaxing with my cat, Rosie.

03/08/2025

Therapy isn’t just about talking through the difficult things. It’s about truly connecting your mind and body by helping your whole self learn how to “unbecome” what you had become to survive all those years ago.

01/10/2025

Our feelings are valid simply because they exist. It can be hard to allow ourselves to navigate our emotions if we were never taught how or never felt safe enough to do so.
Therapy is one way to begin navigating how to find your way back to .

01/02/2025

From our healing space to yours, wishing you a gentle and happy new year!

01/02/2025

•Self-love is about taking care of your own needs and not sacrificing your well-being to please others. It can mean something different for each person because we all have different ways to take care of ourselves.
•Sometimes as children we learn that taking care of ourselves isn’t a priority and that making sure others are taken care of is what matters more.
• Starting to shift out of our childhood patterns can start with something small. All efforts matter.

How will you take care of yourself today?

06/04/2024

Literally running into Pride month over here at Serene Pathways! Practicing equality, affirming support and allyship every single day!
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