Breyanna Locke, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Practice Owner
Breyanna founded Midstate Therapy in 2021, bringing over fifteen years of clinical experience in child welfare and juvenile justice services to her practice and the Greater Syracuse area, including providing home-based family therapy throughout Onondaga County. She holds a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Syracuse University and a Master’s Degree in Community Health from SUNY Cortland.
In addition to her role at Midstate Therapy, Breyanna has served as a clinical supervisor for Syracuse University and continues to oversee the clinical team at Midstate Therapy. She is an AAMFT Clinical Fellow and an AAMFT-approved supervisor.
Breyanna’s therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in systems work and trauma-informed care. Breyanna has received extensive training in the Functional Family Therapy (FFT©) evidence-based model both as a therapist and as a supervising clinician. She is a certified Community Resiliency Model (CRM©) teacher, trained in the Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM©), and has training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Her specialties include relational issues, complex trauma/PTSD, and anxiety/depression. She enjoys working with teens, parents, adults, couples, and families. Breyanna also provides clinical supervision to marriage and family therapy students at the graduate level, supervision for licensure, and approved supervision for MFTs looking for approved supervisor designation.
Accepted insurances include: Fidelis, United Healthcare, Cigna, and Aetna plans (some exclusions may occur due to specific plan coverage).
Out-of-Pocket Cost Per Session: $150
Phone: 315-284-5503
Email: info@midstate-mft.com
Tyler Hill
Limited Permit Marriage and Family Therapist
Tyler Hill is a graduate of Syracuse University’s Marriage and Family Therapy Masters program. He also holds a Limited Permit (LPMFT) with NYS and is a therapist with Midstate Therapy. He has worked with Midstate Therapy since starting as a student in 2021.
Tyler’s experience stems from a systemic and trauma-informed lens, working with his clients to untangle life’s complexities and uncover meaningful solutions. Tyler, like all the Midstate therapists, believes our emotions, past experiences, and relationships profoundly shape our lives. While these areas can feel daunting, exploring them can lead to growth and positive change. Tyler’s approach is tailored to your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based methods like CBT, EFT, IFS, and DBT. Tyler has experience helping clients address a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, identity challenges, frustration, and even moments of crisis.
“My goal is working toward holistic, personal solutions that support client goals. Above all, I believe that a genuine connection between therapist and client is essential. Building trust creates a strong foundation for progress and healing. If you’re ready to take the next step, let’s face these challenges together. Change is possible, and I’d be honored to support you on your journey. You don’t have to navigate these struggles alone—we are here to help.”
Out-of-Pocket Cost Per Session
- Individual Sessions: $100
- Couple and Family Sessions: $120
Tyler does not accept insurance at this time.
Phone: 315-288-8038
Email: Tyler.hill.mfts@gmail.com
Caitlin Hollenbeck
Graduate Student Therapist, Syracuse University
Cate is a graduate student therapist in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Syracuse University. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Arizona where she graduated summa cum laude. With her
background in psychology, ongoing therapeutic training, and experience working with children and families as an educator, Cate has developed a
deep understanding of the value of a collaborative and person-centered approach to therapy. Maintaining an intersectional and attachment-based lens, she has a strong focus on addiction management and the treatment of depression and anxiety in children, adolescents, and adults.
Out-of-Pocket Cost Per Session: $45
Cate does not accept insurance at this time.
Email: info@midstate-mft.com
Merriam Alwani
Graduate Student Therapist, Syracuse University
Merriam Alwani is a graduate student therapist in Syracuse University’s Marriage and Family Therapy program, where she is also pursuing a certificate in Trauma-Informed Practice. She takes a strengths-based, integrative approach grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and experiential models, adapting her work to meet each client’s unique needs.
Merriam has experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through challenges related to connection, communication, and emotional well-being. She also designs psychoeducational programs and group curricula for the Muslim community and is committed to providing culturally responsive care. Merriam works to build strong therapeutic alliances and support clients in accessing their resilience, exploring relational patterns, and cultivating more fulfilling connections.
Out-of-Pocket Cost Per Session: $45
Merriam does not accept insurance at this time.
Email: info@midstate-mft.com
Caroline Pedrotti
Graduate Student Therapist, Syracuse University
Caroline Pedrotti is a graduate student in Syracuse University’s Marriage and Family Therapy program. She is currently pursuing a certificate in Child Therapy. Caroline is also a member of the Transgender Affirmative Support Team (TAST) at Syracuse University and cares deeply about providing access to affirmative care. Her values around cultural humility, and systemic thinking allow her the ability to support a diverse range of individuals, couples, and families. Relational systems are complex and dynamic, and Caroline seeks to help
ease her clients through the evolution of their interpersonal relationships. Clinical interests include: adoption and foster care, childhood development, and exploring intersectionality in relationships.
“Understanding how our own individual experiences guide our perspective and impact how we interact with the world is the first step to strengthening connections. Because we are all unique, therapy will look different for everyone. I look forward to working collaboratively with my clients to help them reach personal and shared goals.”
Out-of-Pocket Cost Per Session: $45
Caroline does not accept insurance at this time.
Email: info@midstate-mft.com