Personality Disorders Therapists in Kenmore, NY
Currently accepting new clients! I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York. I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and have additional training in Grief and Loss, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to treat anxiety and depression. I believe good mental health is equally as important as good physical health. I am enthusiastic about helping people to achieve and maintain balance in their lives. Primary to my approach is a good therapeutic alliance between myself and the people I provide therapy to. I try to meet you where you are at, by listening and seeking to understand your needs and desires.
Currently accepting new clients! I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York. I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and have additional training in Grief and Loss, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to treat anxiety and depression. I believe good mental health is equally as important as good physical health. I am enthusiastic about helping people to achieve and maintain balance in their lives. Primary to my approach is a good therapeutic alliance between myself and the people I provide therapy to. I try to meet you where you are at, by listening and seeking to understand your needs and desires.
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.
Everyone deserves someone in their life whom they can trust. You deserve to be heard, and to have someone in your life that is actually listening. My goal is to be that person for my clients. Through a therapeutic relationship grounded in empathy and genuineness, we can work together to give you the power to tackle the issues most concerning you. By using cognitive-behavioral skills and mindfulness techniques, my goal is to expose my clients to the value of self-worth, the importance of nurturing one’s self-worth, and ultimately crafting a more optimistic version of one's self and their future.
Everyone deserves someone in their life whom they can trust. You deserve to be heard, and to have someone in your life that is actually listening. My goal is to be that person for my clients. Through a therapeutic relationship grounded in empathy and genuineness, we can work together to give you the power to tackle the issues most concerning you. By using cognitive-behavioral skills and mindfulness techniques, my goal is to expose my clients to the value of self-worth, the importance of nurturing one’s self-worth, and ultimately crafting a more optimistic version of one's self and their future.
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".
I recognize that change and loss, as well as unexpected and unwanted circumstances, can impact life and foster a sense of hopelessness. Understanding that these changes may be painful and often times debilitating, I seek to provide a safe, trusting and supportive environment to promote healing and growth in each and every client I work with. I work with individuals and families that experience a wide range of behavioral and emotional impairments, including depression, anxiety, grief/loss, stress management, PTSD, OCD and addictions. My approach to therapy is tailored to each individual client.
I recognize that change and loss, as well as unexpected and unwanted circumstances, can impact life and foster a sense of hopelessness. Understanding that these changes may be painful and often times debilitating, I seek to provide a safe, trusting and supportive environment to promote healing and growth in each and every client I work with. I work with individuals and families that experience a wide range of behavioral and emotional impairments, including depression, anxiety, grief/loss, stress management, PTSD, OCD and addictions. My approach to therapy is tailored to each individual client.
“Feeling overwhelmed, or stuck?
I help adults & couples get relief and manage day to day life stressors.
I bring over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health, with a strong focus on putting my clients first.
I have worked with children, adults, and couples, as well as individuals navigating crises and transitions from hospital settings.
My professional background includes experience at Brylin Hospital, BestSelf and Endeavor Health, Restoration Society, Gateway Longview.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and tailored to each individual's needs. I utilize Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy,
“Feeling overwhelmed, or stuck?
I help adults & couples get relief and manage day to day life stressors.
I bring over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health, with a strong focus on putting my clients first.
I have worked with children, adults, and couples, as well as individuals navigating crises and transitions from hospital settings.
My professional background includes experience at Brylin Hospital, BestSelf and Endeavor Health, Restoration Society, Gateway Longview.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and tailored to each individual's needs. I utilize Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy,
Currently accepting new clients for in-person and virtual appointments! Life gets messy sometimes—whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, or just trying to keep it together. I work with young adults, families, and individuals navigating anxiety, addiction, depression, and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). I take a holistic, client-centered approach that honors the connection between mind, body, and spirit. My goal is to create a safe space where you can feel supported, empowered, and truly seen as you move toward healing and growth.
Currently accepting new clients for in-person and virtual appointments! Life gets messy sometimes—whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, or just trying to keep it together. I work with young adults, families, and individuals navigating anxiety, addiction, depression, and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). I take a holistic, client-centered approach that honors the connection between mind, body, and spirit. My goal is to create a safe space where you can feel supported, empowered, and truly seen as you move toward healing and growth.
Everyone deserves peace of mind. Through several years of experience, I have worked with many different clients on increasing their confidence and ability to manage their daily lives. Using a person centered approach, we will work collaboratively on reaching your personal and treatment goals. I am passionate about mental health and using self care practices to better manage the struggles life throws at us. Through our work together, clients will be able to improve interpersonal effectiveness, problem solving skills and better manage life stressors.
Everyone deserves peace of mind. Through several years of experience, I have worked with many different clients on increasing their confidence and ability to manage their daily lives. Using a person centered approach, we will work collaboratively on reaching your personal and treatment goals. I am passionate about mental health and using self care practices to better manage the struggles life throws at us. Through our work together, clients will be able to improve interpersonal effectiveness, problem solving skills and better manage life stressors.
I am certified in Trauma-Informed Therapy and have training as a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Therapist.
Maybe you’ve been juggling a big change, feeling weighed down by past pain that still echoes today, or wondering why you just can’t seem to feel like yourself lately. You’ve been carrying it all, but you don’t have to keep doing it alone. I’m here to help you sort through the hard stuff, make sense of what’s been holding you back, and start creating the kind of life that feels lighter, calmer, and more you. Together, we’ll talk, laugh when we can, cry when we need to, and find your way forward one step at a time.
I am certified in Trauma-Informed Therapy and have training as a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Therapist.
Maybe you’ve been juggling a big change, feeling weighed down by past pain that still echoes today, or wondering why you just can’t seem to feel like yourself lately. You’ve been carrying it all, but you don’t have to keep doing it alone. I’m here to help you sort through the hard stuff, make sense of what’s been holding you back, and start creating the kind of life that feels lighter, calmer, and more you. Together, we’ll talk, laugh when we can, cry when we need to, and find your way forward one step at a time.
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.
The fact that you are looking at this profile means that you have hope that things can be much better for you, and you're ready to make a change! I'd like to help you through your recovery. Whether it's anxiety, depression, panic, phobias, obsessive thoughts, shame, trauma, or just a tough spot in your life, I can support you through it and help you learn the tools to cope with it. We can work together through the stress, pain, doubts, and negative thoughts to help you achieve a greater sense of peace, joy, pride, and happiness.
The fact that you are looking at this profile means that you have hope that things can be much better for you, and you're ready to make a change! I'd like to help you through your recovery. Whether it's anxiety, depression, panic, phobias, obsessive thoughts, shame, trauma, or just a tough spot in your life, I can support you through it and help you learn the tools to cope with it. We can work together through the stress, pain, doubts, and negative thoughts to help you achieve a greater sense of peace, joy, pride, and happiness.
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.
I believe that true healing can only begin when we finally feel safe. So much of our suffering comes from a world that feels unstable emotionally, physically, or mentally. My mission is to provide the sanctuary I once needed: a space where you are truly heard and protected. By prioritizing a sense of profound safety, we can create a foundation where you don't have to perform or protect yourself. Together, we move past the survival of the
here and now to unpack who you really are and who you want to be.
I believe that true healing can only begin when we finally feel safe. So much of our suffering comes from a world that feels unstable emotionally, physically, or mentally. My mission is to provide the sanctuary I once needed: a space where you are truly heard and protected. By prioritizing a sense of profound safety, we can create a foundation where you don't have to perform or protect yourself. Together, we move past the survival of the
here and now to unpack who you really are and who you want to be.
I can help you to understand and overcome the conflicts in your personal and professional relationships, especially those pertaining to the management of narcissistic personalities.
Choosing the right therapist is critical to the success of your treatment, but it can be a daunting task. I understand and welcome you to call for a consultation before making a decision. Good treatment depends on a strong relationship founded on trust and respect and it is important that you feel at ease with whomever you work. I encourage an open and friendly rapport in the therapeutic relationship, appreciate its potential to alleviate stress, self-doubt, and anxiety, and hope to share with you its capacity to effect change both within yourself and in your relationships with others.
I can help you to understand and overcome the conflicts in your personal and professional relationships, especially those pertaining to the management of narcissistic personalities.
Choosing the right therapist is critical to the success of your treatment, but it can be a daunting task. I understand and welcome you to call for a consultation before making a decision. Good treatment depends on a strong relationship founded on trust and respect and it is important that you feel at ease with whomever you work. I encourage an open and friendly rapport in the therapeutic relationship, appreciate its potential to alleviate stress, self-doubt, and anxiety, and hope to share with you its capacity to effect change both within yourself and in your relationships with others.
Angel Minuto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Kenmore, NY 14217
Not accepting new clients
Not accepting new clients at this time.
Are you looking for balance, confidence, and fulfillment? You’ve done a lot of inner work—you’ve been in therapy before or explored personal development, and you have a strong sense of self-awareness. But despite your efforts, certain patterns keep showing up. Maybe you struggle to maintain a work-life balance, set healthy boundaries, or manage stress in a way that feels sustainable. Perhaps you feel unfulfilled in your career or relationships and aren’t sure how to create the changes you desire.
Not accepting new clients at this time.
Are you looking for balance, confidence, and fulfillment? You’ve done a lot of inner work—you’ve been in therapy before or explored personal development, and you have a strong sense of self-awareness. But despite your efforts, certain patterns keep showing up. Maybe you struggle to maintain a work-life balance, set healthy boundaries, or manage stress in a way that feels sustainable. Perhaps you feel unfulfilled in your career or relationships and aren’t sure how to create the changes you desire.
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My ideal client is an adult navigating trauma history, depression (including suicidal ideation), and relational challenges. They’re motivated to change, actively engaged in individual therapy, and seeking deeper emotional regulation, self-compassion, and lasting resilience. Together, we honor their autonomy and story, responding with affirmation, structure, and crisis support to foster safety, insight, and empowered growth.
My ideal client is an adult navigating trauma history, depression (including suicidal ideation), and relational challenges. They’re motivated to change, actively engaged in individual therapy, and seeking deeper emotional regulation, self-compassion, and lasting resilience. Together, we honor their autonomy and story, responding with affirmation, structure, and crisis support to foster safety, insight, and empowered growth.
As an individual, I am honest, genuine, empathetic, intellectual, organized, and a strong communicator. As a therapist, I am authentic to my individual personality. I do my very best to meet my clients' needs and expectations. I find communication to be one of the most significant contributing factors to a successful therapeutic relationship. I therapeutically challenge my clients to process their thoughts, feelings, and experiences – especially when they seem most difficult.
As an individual, I am honest, genuine, empathetic, intellectual, organized, and a strong communicator. As a therapist, I am authentic to my individual personality. I do my very best to meet my clients' needs and expectations. I find communication to be one of the most significant contributing factors to a successful therapeutic relationship. I therapeutically challenge my clients to process their thoughts, feelings, and experiences – especially when they seem most difficult.
Hi, Welcome to my page. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. We all face challenges in our daily lives. It is helpful to be able to have someone who is experienced to talk to, and who is not emotionally connected to the situation, in order to help you process, find solutions and to obtain goals. This is where I can be a service to you.
Hi, Welcome to my page. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. We all face challenges in our daily lives. It is helpful to be able to have someone who is experienced to talk to, and who is not emotionally connected to the situation, in order to help you process, find solutions and to obtain goals. This is where I can be a service to you.
I work with individuals to help navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, or the complexities of mood and personality disorders.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, strength-based, and trauma-focused. This means I blend evidence-based treatments to fit exactly what you need in the moment, balancing insight to understand your past with action to support your present.
I work with individuals to help navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, or the complexities of mood and personality disorders.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, strength-based, and trauma-focused. This means I blend evidence-based treatments to fit exactly what you need in the moment, balancing insight to understand your past with action to support your present.
Life has a way of happening at inconvenient times and overwhelming ways. When that happens, an unbiased listening ear may be what helps get us through. Have you felt down, overwhelmed or dissatisfied with the way things have been happening recently? I know it can be easy to feel alone, and I want you to know I am here to help guide you through the difficult times. You don't have to feel stuck.
Life has a way of happening at inconvenient times and overwhelming ways. When that happens, an unbiased listening ear may be what helps get us through. Have you felt down, overwhelmed or dissatisfied with the way things have been happening recently? I know it can be easy to feel alone, and I want you to know I am here to help guide you through the difficult times. You don't have to feel stuck.
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Personality Disorders Therapists
What are the common treatment options for personality disorders?
Personality disorders are typically treated with psychotherapy, sometimes in conjunction with medication. Therapy can help people with personality disorders develop skills to tolerate difficult emotions, navigate interpersonal relationships, and solidify their sense of self. Medications can treat symptoms that co-occur with the disorder, such as depression, anger, aggression, and impulsivity.
When to seek treatment for personality disorders?
Even though treatment for personality disorders can be an uphill battle, it’s best to seek help if you suspect that you or a loved one is struggling with one, because personality disorders can create substantial problems in life. Symptoms depend on the specific disorder, but overall signs of personality disorders include consistent difficulty maintaining close relationships, dramatic variations in self-esteem, and an unstable sense of identity.
How long does therapy take for personality disorders?
The timeline for treating personality disorders isn’t as clear-cut as it is for other disorders. Change can be difficult, taking from around one year to five, 10, or more. The key is finding a therapist who has extensive experience treating the relevant disorder. For example, a psychologist who specializes in narcissistic personality disorder has specific communication strategies that allow them to sustain the relationship and be more effective with narcissistic patients.
Can therapy help people with personality disorders?
Research suggests that for those who are motivated to address concerns or interpersonal conflict related to a personality disorder, therapy is far more effective than no treatment, and that most people in therapy see improvements. However, since personality disorders involve entrenched elements of identity, they are less responsive to treatment than are other mental health conditions. Finding an expert who has extensive experience working with a given personality disorder is one factor that increases the likelihood of successful treatment.