Therapists for Seniors in Kenmore, NY
Everyone deserves to feel safe and supported with someone neutral, who is there to listen to your story. Some people come with clear goals while some people don't know where to start - and both are okay! My approach to therapy starts where the client is - focusing on what feels most important and meaningful to you. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches to motivate reflection and change. I am supportive, collaborative and focused on helping individuals build skills to feel confident and achieve success in their every day lives. Together, we can make sense of this wild thing called "life".
Everyone deserves to feel safe and supported with someone neutral, who is there to listen to your story. Some people come with clear goals while some people don't know where to start - and both are okay! My approach to therapy starts where the client is - focusing on what feels most important and meaningful to you. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches to motivate reflection and change. I am supportive, collaborative and focused on helping individuals build skills to feel confident and achieve success in their every day lives. Together, we can make sense of this wild thing called "life".
Currently accepting new clients! You may be seeking support for trauma, chronic pain, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, or dissatisfaction in areas such as relationships, spirituality, work, or finances. I believe mental health is as important as physical health and will meet you where you are by listening closely and seeking to understand your needs. Together, we will build a trusting therapeutic relationship, identify meaningful goals, and work toward greater balance, peace, and satisfaction in your life.
Currently accepting new clients! You may be seeking support for trauma, chronic pain, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, or dissatisfaction in areas such as relationships, spirituality, work, or finances. I believe mental health is as important as physical health and will meet you where you are by listening closely and seeking to understand your needs. Together, we will build a trusting therapeutic relationship, identify meaningful goals, and work toward greater balance, peace, and satisfaction in your life.
Is stress, anxiety, or depression impacting your life? Do you wish you felt better but are not quite sure how or what to change? I would be happy to work with you to help you address the barriers that are currently keeping you from living the life you desire. Together, we will explore your stressors at a pace that is comfortable for you, pull from your personal strengths, and pinpoint the skills necessary to get you back to the lifestyle you want and deserve!
Is stress, anxiety, or depression impacting your life? Do you wish you felt better but are not quite sure how or what to change? I would be happy to work with you to help you address the barriers that are currently keeping you from living the life you desire. Together, we will explore your stressors at a pace that is comfortable for you, pull from your personal strengths, and pinpoint the skills necessary to get you back to the lifestyle you want and deserve!
Life can be hard, & sometimes we need someone who will listen and work with us through the difficult times.
You don't have to face life's challenges alone. I bring over 15 years of experience helping children, adults, and couples with trauma, & relationships.
My approach is warm & collaborative, using evidence-based therapies including EMDR, CBT, DBT, SFBT, Person-Centered Therapy. I believe trust, feeling heard, & collaboration are the foundation of effective therapy.
I specialize in PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Borderline, OCD, Trauma, Crisis, suicidal ideation, marital/relationships, children, Adults, LGBTQ, Anger
Life can be hard, & sometimes we need someone who will listen and work with us through the difficult times.
You don't have to face life's challenges alone. I bring over 15 years of experience helping children, adults, and couples with trauma, & relationships.
My approach is warm & collaborative, using evidence-based therapies including EMDR, CBT, DBT, SFBT, Person-Centered Therapy. I believe trust, feeling heard, & collaboration are the foundation of effective therapy.
I specialize in PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Borderline, OCD, Trauma, Crisis, suicidal ideation, marital/relationships, children, Adults, LGBTQ, Anger
Hi, I’m Emily Wright, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 11 years of experience helping individuals and families find balance, healing and growth. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I am very passionate about the work I do and find this work to be very rewarding. I believe therapy works best when it feels safe, collaborative and centered on your unique story. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, attention
deficit disorders, grief and loss, self-esteem issues as well as issues related to autism spectrum disorder.
Hi, I’m Emily Wright, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 11 years of experience helping individuals and families find balance, healing and growth. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I am very passionate about the work I do and find this work to be very rewarding. I believe therapy works best when it feels safe, collaborative and centered on your unique story. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, attention
deficit disorders, grief and loss, self-esteem issues as well as issues related to autism spectrum disorder.
I help my clients cultivate meaning, healing, and wholeness in their lives. Through spiritually grounded counseling, I work with clients to help them become their ideal selves. Our work together can serve as an excellent compliment to other clinical modes of counseling, or as a stand-alone service to help you find solace, healing, and growth. I work in a whole-person model offering care and services that range from meaning-based counseling, to solution focused coaching, to personal training. My goal is total client wellness.
I help my clients cultivate meaning, healing, and wholeness in their lives. Through spiritually grounded counseling, I work with clients to help them become their ideal selves. Our work together can serve as an excellent compliment to other clinical modes of counseling, or as a stand-alone service to help you find solace, healing, and growth. I work in a whole-person model offering care and services that range from meaning-based counseling, to solution focused coaching, to personal training. My goal is total client wellness.
Having support during life’s most challenging moments isn’t always easy to come by. Allow me to provide you with a safe space to be vulnerable and cared for. I aim to provide a therapeutic yet collaborative environment for my clients to succeed. The choice to start, or restart therapy can be overwhelming, but I implore you to be courageous for you. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, phase of life challenges and interpersonal conflicts. I serve as a guide as we navigate the rough but manageable road ahead.
Having support during life’s most challenging moments isn’t always easy to come by. Allow me to provide you with a safe space to be vulnerable and cared for. I aim to provide a therapeutic yet collaborative environment for my clients to succeed. The choice to start, or restart therapy can be overwhelming, but I implore you to be courageous for you. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, phase of life challenges and interpersonal conflicts. I serve as a guide as we navigate the rough but manageable road ahead.
I'm an OCD and Anxiety specialist. If you feel stuck in a cycle of anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or fear that just won’t let up—you’re not alone, and more importantly, it is treatable.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing OCD, anxiety disorders, and phobias, including intrusive thoughts, health anxiety, panic, and specific fears such as flying or losing control. Many of the clients I work with are high-functioning on the outside, but internally feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or trapped in patterns they can’t seem to break. My approach is active, structured, and evidence-based.
I'm an OCD and Anxiety specialist. If you feel stuck in a cycle of anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or fear that just won’t let up—you’re not alone, and more importantly, it is treatable.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing OCD, anxiety disorders, and phobias, including intrusive thoughts, health anxiety, panic, and specific fears such as flying or losing control. Many of the clients I work with are high-functioning on the outside, but internally feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or trapped in patterns they can’t seem to break. My approach is active, structured, and evidence-based.
Sometimes life feels like a pinball machine: work, relationships, emotions, expectations, and unexpected problems keep knocking you in different directions. You try to regain control, but the things that bring relief in the moment can leave you feeling even more stuck later. I’m Ben, a licensed mental health counselor with over six years of experience. In therapy, we will look at these patterns and gain a better understanding of who you are and how you got here. From there, we begin uncovering something I believe is already within you: an innate drive toward growth, healing, and a more fulfilling life.
Sometimes life feels like a pinball machine: work, relationships, emotions, expectations, and unexpected problems keep knocking you in different directions. You try to regain control, but the things that bring relief in the moment can leave you feeling even more stuck later. I’m Ben, a licensed mental health counselor with over six years of experience. In therapy, we will look at these patterns and gain a better understanding of who you are and how you got here. From there, we begin uncovering something I believe is already within you: an innate drive toward growth, healing, and a more fulfilling life.
If you’re reading this, you already have the motivation to heal, the insight to know you need a change and the resourcefulness to seek support. You knew enough to get yourself to this page and I know enough to take you through the journey you may be scared of and yet eager for. Working as a specialist in eating disorders and trauma, I understand the highs and lows of being self-critical to the point of self-punishment, blaming yourself for the situation you are in and being stuck in an endless cycle of overriding your gut instinct in order to please others. Recognize that your intuition got you to these words.
If you’re reading this, you already have the motivation to heal, the insight to know you need a change and the resourcefulness to seek support. You knew enough to get yourself to this page and I know enough to take you through the journey you may be scared of and yet eager for. Working as a specialist in eating disorders and trauma, I understand the highs and lows of being self-critical to the point of self-punishment, blaming yourself for the situation you are in and being stuck in an endless cycle of overriding your gut instinct in order to please others. Recognize that your intuition got you to these words.
I have been a clinical social worker for over thirty years. In that time, I have encountered multitude of issues and concerns. I have had the privilege to work with persons from all walks of life, all different age groups, and and all cultural backgrounds. I work with individuals who have family concerns with their children or as a couple. Also, I have addressed, trauma, mood disorders, addictions, domestic violence, LGBTQ and women’s issues. I have also worked in individuals from all ethnic groups to manage the majority culture while maintaining their personal cultural integrity.
I have been a clinical social worker for over thirty years. In that time, I have encountered multitude of issues and concerns. I have had the privilege to work with persons from all walks of life, all different age groups, and and all cultural backgrounds. I work with individuals who have family concerns with their children or as a couple. Also, I have addressed, trauma, mood disorders, addictions, domestic violence, LGBTQ and women’s issues. I have also worked in individuals from all ethnic groups to manage the majority culture while maintaining their personal cultural integrity.
I understand that change, loss, and unexpected life circumstances can leave us feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or without hope. Recognizing that these experiences can be painful and difficult to navigate, I strive to provide a safe, trusting, compassionate, and supportive environment where every client feels heard and encouraged. I work with individuals and families experiencing concerns including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress, PTSD, OCD, and addictions. My approach is individualized, focusing on each client’s unique experiences, strengths, values, needs, and goals while supporting healing, growth, and change.
I understand that change, loss, and unexpected life circumstances can leave us feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or without hope. Recognizing that these experiences can be painful and difficult to navigate, I strive to provide a safe, trusting, compassionate, and supportive environment where every client feels heard and encouraged. I work with individuals and families experiencing concerns including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress, PTSD, OCD, and addictions. My approach is individualized, focusing on each client’s unique experiences, strengths, values, needs, and goals while supporting healing, growth, and change.
I am passionate about working with teens (15+), teen parents, BIPOC communities, young adults, and adults. I am experienced in supporting individuals experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, stress management, and mood disorders. I draw from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches.
I am passionate about working with teens (15+), teen parents, BIPOC communities, young adults, and adults. I am experienced in supporting individuals experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, stress management, and mood disorders. I draw from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches.
I am passionate about helping adolescents, individuals, families, and couples navigate challenges related to identity, relationships, and emotional regulation. I specialize in family dynamics, couples issues, and supporting survivors of narcissistic abuse. Having grown up with a narcissistic figure, I understand how these relationships can leave you questioning your reality and self-worth. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. In our work, we will rebuild your confidence, help you trust yourself again, and make sense of your experiences, including learning to “grey rock” to protect your peace.
I am passionate about helping adolescents, individuals, families, and couples navigate challenges related to identity, relationships, and emotional regulation. I specialize in family dynamics, couples issues, and supporting survivors of narcissistic abuse. Having grown up with a narcissistic figure, I understand how these relationships can leave you questioning your reality and self-worth. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. In our work, we will rebuild your confidence, help you trust yourself again, and make sense of your experiences, including learning to “grey rock” to protect your peace.
Welcome! I'm Shawn Lightburn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to providing individuals, couples, and families with a supportive and empowering therapeutic experience. With over 10 years of experience in diverse settings, including schools, child welfare, and private practice, I offer a client-centered approach to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve greater well-being.
Welcome! I'm Shawn Lightburn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to providing individuals, couples, and families with a supportive and empowering therapeutic experience. With over 10 years of experience in diverse settings, including schools, child welfare, and private practice, I offer a client-centered approach to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve greater well-being.
I help individuals, couples, and families navigate relationship challenges, improve communication, rebuild trust, establish healthy boundaries, and strengthen emotional connection. I also work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. For those who desire it, I offer faith-integrated counseling from a Christian perspective, incorporating biblical principles and prayer into the therapeutic process.
I help individuals, couples, and families navigate relationship challenges, improve communication, rebuild trust, establish healthy boundaries, and strengthen emotional connection. I also work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. For those who desire it, I offer faith-integrated counseling from a Christian perspective, incorporating biblical principles and prayer into the therapeutic process.
If you've spent time in traditional therapy, you've likely made valuable progress. But if talk, insight, and coping haven’t led to lasting change, it may be time for a different approach. I often work with clients who come from families where boundaries were unclear, emotions were misunderstood, connection felt conditional, or abuse was mistaken for love. These challenges run deep, creating patterns of reactivity, anxiety, depression, and painful relationship dynamics. By addressing the root cause, we break cycles of suffering and move beyond mere coping to true, lasting healing.
If you've spent time in traditional therapy, you've likely made valuable progress. But if talk, insight, and coping haven’t led to lasting change, it may be time for a different approach. I often work with clients who come from families where boundaries were unclear, emotions were misunderstood, connection felt conditional, or abuse was mistaken for love. These challenges run deep, creating patterns of reactivity, anxiety, depression, and painful relationship dynamics. By addressing the root cause, we break cycles of suffering and move beyond mere coping to true, lasting healing.
Struggling to focus, complete tasks, or feeling overwhelmed? If that’s you, I applaud your efforts to make changes in your life. People often want to changes but don’t know how, leading to painful patterns or feeling stuck. My focus is to help clients understand core experiences that shaped the patterns and shift emotions associated with them.
Struggling to focus, complete tasks, or feeling overwhelmed? If that’s you, I applaud your efforts to make changes in your life. People often want to changes but don’t know how, leading to painful patterns or feeling stuck. My focus is to help clients understand core experiences that shaped the patterns and shift emotions associated with them.
Hello, I've been a psychotherapist in private practice for over 45 years. That experience, coupled with earlier work in hospitals and clinics, means I have helped thousands of people, from seven to ninety years old, deal with just about every problem you can imagine. My practice is truly holistic, in that I not only consider your thoughts and feelings, but also your history, habits and lifestyle.
Hello, I've been a psychotherapist in private practice for over 45 years. That experience, coupled with earlier work in hospitals and clinics, means I have helped thousands of people, from seven to ninety years old, deal with just about every problem you can imagine. My practice is truly holistic, in that I not only consider your thoughts and feelings, but also your history, habits and lifestyle.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
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FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counseling for seniors and the elderly different from counseling for other age groups?
In general, counseling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialize in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counseling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counselors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counselors specializing in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counselors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.