Imagine a future where things are better—let's start there.

Focused on solutions. Built for progress.

Even in the midst of struggle, there are possibilities waiting to be discovered. You may be navigating stress, relationship challenges, or a major life transition, feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about what’s next. You’re looking for something different—not endless analysis, but a fresh perspective, real progress, and hope. Here, therapy is a collaborative, action-oriented space designed to help you gain clarity and create meaningful change.

Andrew Wilton LCSW, solution-focused therapist in Western New York

Meet Andrew Wilton LCSW:
Solution-Focused Therapist in Western New York.

I am a Western New York-based therapist offering online therapy (teletherapy) via secure telehealth technology for individual adults near Buffalo and across New York State. With nearly two decades in the helping professions and as a social work professor, I’ve helped individuals, couples, families, organizations, and community groups leverage their strengths, mobilize resources, and build solutions for positive change. Now, I help adults across New York State manage stress, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, life and career transitions, and relationship concerns. If you're ready for a focused, effective, and empowering approach to therapy, let's begin today.

Channeling your strengths. Building solutions.

You have strengths, resilience, and untapped potential—let’s focus on how to use them.


Overcoming Anxiety & Fear

Anxiety can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to define you. Using a solution-focused and skills-based approach, we’ll identify what’s already working, build on your strengths, and develop practical strategies to regain confidence and calm. Instead of endlessly analyzing worries, we’ll focus on tangible actions that help you move forward, feel more in control, and find ease in everyday life.


Breaking Through Depression

Depression can make it hard to see a way forward, but small shifts can create meaningful change. We’ll work together to explore moments of hope and identify the activities, routines, and strengths that support your well-being. Through strategies like behavioral activation and momentum-building, we'll translate insight into action and help you feel more engaged and connected.


Strengthening Relationships

Whether you're navigating challenges with a partner, family member, or friend, therapy can help you reconnect with what matters most. We’ll focus on improving communication, setting healthy boundaries, and building solutions that align with your values. Rather than getting stuck in past dynamics, we’ll work toward creating the kinds of relationships you want to build.


Navigating Life Transitions

Transitions—even positive ones—can bring emotional upheaval. Whether you're navigating a career shift, relationship change, or unexpected challenge, therapy can help clarify your strengths and values, explore what’s possible, and develop practical steps for moving forward with confidence.


Recovering from Stress & Burnout

Stress and burnout drain motivation and joy, leaving you stuck in survival mode. We’ll explore what recharges you, redefine your priorities, and create strategies that restore your energy and sense of balance. Therapy becomes a space to reconnect with meaning, shift away from exhaustion, and build a sustainable rhythm that works for your life.


Transcending Trauma & Adversity

Difficult experiences don’t have to define your future. With a strengths-based and future-focused lens, we’ll explore your resilience, identify stabilizing strategies, and build a path forward rooted in your values. This isn’t about rehashing pain without direction—it’s about healing through clarity, choice, and growth.

Solution-Focused Therapy—and Beyond

I specialize in solution-focused therapy, an approach designed to help you clarify goals, recognize what’s already working, and build practical strategies for change. My work also integrates behavioral activation, skill-building, and psychoeducation to help connect insight to action.

Therapy that helps you understand, act, and grow.

My approach blends the clarity and collaboration of solution-focused therapy with actionable tools drawn from behavioral science. We begin by building a strong therapeutic relationship, understanding your challenges in context, and identifying what’s already helping. Then, we translate that into meaningful action using evidence-based practices like behavioral activation, gradual exposure, or relaxation training to help you build momentum and sustain progress.

This kind of therapy is especially helpful if you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed but still motivated for change. Whether you're managing stress, seeking more fulfillment, or looking to better understand your patterns, our work focuses on building what's next—not just analyzing what's wrong.

Hope, clarity, and progress. Therapy doesn’t have to be about fixing what’s wrong—it can be about building what’s next.

Questions about therapy?

Have questions about therapy? Here are answers to common concerns about starting therapy, session format, and how to access solution-focused therapy in New York.

You’re not alone. Read on.

  • Therapy is a personal journey, and the ideal session frequency depends on your needs. I typically recommend weekly or biweekly sessions to build momentum. Some maintain this frequency, while others space out sessions as they progress.

  • I offer secure, flexible online therapy sessions accessible from anywhere in New York State. Our HIPAA-compliant premium telehealth platform offers encrypted video conferencing, screen sharing, and is optimized for both desktop and mobile use. After scheduling, you'll receive a direct link to access our virtual office via TherapyPortal.

  • Investing in your well-being is invaluable. I strive to make therapy accessible and financially predictable, offering flexible options to fit your needs. Session fees range from $0 to $160, depending on your insurance coverage and eligibility.

    Self-pay rates:

    • 45-minute sessions: $120

    • 60-minute sessions: $160

    I also accept health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and some wellness cards for payment. For a full breakdown of affordability options, see our informed consent or reach out directly.

  • I am an in-network provider with:
    Aetna, All Savers (UHC), Allied Benefit Systems, Christian Brothers Services, Cigna, GEHA - United Healthcare Shared Services, Harvard Pilgrim, Health Plans Inc., Health Scope, Medica, Meritain, Nippon, Optum, Oscar, Oxford, Surest (formerly Bind), Trustmark Health Benefits, Trustmark Small Business Benefits, United Healthcare (including Exchange, Global, Shared Services, and Student Resources plans), and UMR.

    I also accept members of the Optum Live & Work Well and Optum Emotional Wellbeing Solutions employee assistance programs (EAP).

    At this time, I do not participate in Medicare or Medicaid. For other insurance providers, I am considered out-of-network. You may be eligible for partial reimbursement through your plan’s out-of-network benefits, and I offer clear, self-pay rates.

  • I believe everyone deserves access to high-quality therapy, regardless of financial situation.

    I reserve a limited number of fee-reduced spots through the Open Path Psychotherapy Collective for individuals who are uninsured, underinsured, or experiencing financial hardship.

    Additionally, Black women and girls who need financial assistance may be eligible for up to 12 full-session vouchers through the Loveland Therapy Fund.

    Your financial situation should never be a barrier to quality therapy. These resources ensure you receive the same care and support. If you think one of these options might be right for you, please reach out for details.

  • Getting started is simple. Reach out via phone or email to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation. We’ll discuss your needs, concerns, questions, and availability, and I'll help determine if we're a good fit.

    If I’m unavailable when you call, please leave a confidential voicemail, and I’ll return your message by the end of the next business day.

    Once we schedule, you’ll receive an email invitation to our secure online portal, where you can complete a brief welcome packet before our first session.

    From there, we begin your therapy journey—at your pace, with the support you deserve.

Take the next step.

You don’t have to be defined by your struggles—change is possible, and it can start today.

I offer a supportive space where we work together to create real progress. If you're ready to move forward, let's take that next step together. Schedule your free 15-minute phone consultation today, and start building real solutions that bring meaningful change.