Rehabilitation Psychology Services
Our rehabilitation program emphasizes a holistic approach to emotional health and recovery by providing effective management of injuries and illnesses. We strive to improve your sense of confidence and control in managing your condition and promote greater engagement and independence with everyday living activities. We recognize the link between mind and body and offer a range of outpatient support services to help strengthen mood and coping skills to optimize health outcomes.
Individual Evaluation and Counseling
Through our initial evaluation, we are able to assess any physical, cognitive, emotional, or social stressors, as well as evaluate your mood and discuss your goals. This will guide your individualized care programs to address coping, adjustment, depression, anxiety, pain management, and trauma (PTSD).
Pre-Surgical Clearance Evaluations
Our comprehensive psychological evaluations determine your readiness for surgery. These evaluations fulfill the necessary clearance for specialized surgical procedures and also provide recommendations for post-surgical resources and services that will enhance the recovery process.
Additional Info
LOCATION
Center for Rehabilitation Services
ECMC Main Building
462 Grider Street
Buffalo, NY 14215
HOURS OF OPERATION
General Visiting Hours
Monday – Sunday
10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
CONTACT
Outpatient Rehab Therapy and Psychology
(716) 898-3225
Outpatient Rehab Physicians
(716) 898-5498
Driver Evaluation Program
(716) 898-3225
Inpatient Medical Rehabilitation Admissions
(716) 898-6594 or (716) 898-6167
Pediatric Educational & Diagnostic Services (PEDS)
(716) 819-2400
Counseling and Support Groups
Pain Management Support Group
This is a community-based group that meets biweekly to focus on proactive pain management. It offers counseling with an emphasis on non-medication-based coping discussion and strategies. Under the guidance of a licensed provider, this group offers a supportive environment to express your experience and concerns with peers who are experiencing similar symptoms and situations.
Acquired Brain Injury Support Group
This group meets monthly and strives for community reintegration, a return to work, and greater engagement in recreational activities. Our goal is to support an overall improved quality of life through education, coping skills training, and connection with peers who serve as mentors in the recovery and adjustment process.
Therapeutic Reading Groups
Using literature, this bibliotherapy group explores the natural range of emotions associated with traumatic experiences, recovery, and physical pain/disability. These innovative groups offer a nontraditional therapy experience to connect with others. They promote engagement in cognitively stimulating conversations and exercises and enhance socialization and confidence.
Creative Expression Group
For individuals experiencing pain and disability, this group engages individuals in productive and creative tasks, despite pain or perceived limitations. Our goal is to increase confidence and encourage engagement in productive and recreational activities, while increasing socialization. Activities include trivia, painting, board games, baking, and more.
Spinal Cord Injury Support Group
We offer a semi-structured emotional support group where participants have the chance to discuss recent stressors and concerns. Participants and facilitators will share and discuss educational resources to facilitate adjustment to disability. The purpose of this group is to provide a space for individuals living with a spinal cord injury to make social connections and find meaning and joy in their lives.
Additional Rehab Services
Inpatient Medical Rehab Unit (MRU)
The Medical Rehabilitation Unit (MRU) at ECMC, founded in 1978, has a long history of dedication to the community, helping sick and injured people return to their families, homes, and careers.
Outpatient Therapy Services
The outpatient rehabilitation program is an interdisciplinary team of skilled staff that provide patient centered evaluations and consults for patients with any injury or illness effecting functional performance and quality of life.
Pediatric Education & Diagnostic Services (PEDS)
ECMC provides community-based multidisciplinary evaluations and therapeutic services to children, from birth to five years of age, through NYS Early Intervention Program or the Committee on Preschool Special Education in the child’s school district.