Personality Disorders Therapists in 14222
Life is a journey! Let's take the journey together. I engage with my clients utilizing tailored, researched based practices in order to help them rediscover the best versions of themselves. My experience in this field has awarded me the perspective of creating a practice that works with my clients, not simply for. The goals that we work toward are inherently developed by the client; my role is simply to provide unbiased support in a safe, open environment, geared toward developmental and spiritual growth.
Life is a journey! Let's take the journey together. I engage with my clients utilizing tailored, researched based practices in order to help them rediscover the best versions of themselves. My experience in this field has awarded me the perspective of creating a practice that works with my clients, not simply for. The goals that we work toward are inherently developed by the client; my role is simply to provide unbiased support in a safe, open environment, geared toward developmental and spiritual growth.
Matt Ballacchino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Buffalo, NY 14222
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.
I work with individuals and couples of all ages and backgrounds in therapy. I enjoy working with adolescents, families and adults who are experiencing challenges in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, life transitions, illness, grief and loss, and relationship and family problems. I provide treatment of self- esteem, stress, sexual identify and women's issues. I also provide cognitive, behavioral and supportive insight-oriented therapy. I work to create an environment that is at your pace and focused on creating a "safe space" for you. I look forward to speaking with you and hope to help you reach your fullest potential.
I work with individuals and couples of all ages and backgrounds in therapy. I enjoy working with adolescents, families and adults who are experiencing challenges in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, life transitions, illness, grief and loss, and relationship and family problems. I provide treatment of self- esteem, stress, sexual identify and women's issues. I also provide cognitive, behavioral and supportive insight-oriented therapy. I work to create an environment that is at your pace and focused on creating a "safe space" for you. I look forward to speaking with you and hope to help you reach your fullest potential.
Surprisingly, the trickiest part isn't the treatment for what ails you, it's finding the willingness to do what's needed. Really, there are two kinds of therapy: There's therapy for your "symptoms," and there's therapy that helps you to embrace change and growth to begin with. Most people have been hampered in some way for some time, then something puts them over the edge and they are suddenly willing to see a therapist. People want to feel better or have more satisfying lives--it's the getting there that's the sticking point!
Surprisingly, the trickiest part isn't the treatment for what ails you, it's finding the willingness to do what's needed. Really, there are two kinds of therapy: There's therapy for your "symptoms," and there's therapy that helps you to embrace change and growth to begin with. Most people have been hampered in some way for some time, then something puts them over the edge and they are suddenly willing to see a therapist. People want to feel better or have more satisfying lives--it's the getting there that's the sticking point!
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.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Alessandro Hillel Zanoni
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LP, NcPsyAc, CGT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Buffalo, NY 14222
Founder of Therapy New York, a collective of therapists focusing on men's mental health (www.therapy-newyork.com). Many men and young adults face challenges processing their feelings. I focus on men's mental health and I can help you overcome the difficulties of expressing and understanding your emotions. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, intimacy issues, anger, depression, and schizoid personality disorder and adaptation. My therapeutic model is centered on creating a nurturing space for you to explore your life experiences. I provide treatment in English, Hebrew, and Italian.
Founder of Therapy New York, a collective of therapists focusing on men's mental health (www.therapy-newyork.com). Many men and young adults face challenges processing their feelings. I focus on men's mental health and I can help you overcome the difficulties of expressing and understanding your emotions. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, intimacy issues, anger, depression, and schizoid personality disorder and adaptation. My therapeutic model is centered on creating a nurturing space for you to explore your life experiences. I provide treatment in English, Hebrew, and Italian.
I am a professional, well-established leader in the counseling and wellness field. I have been working as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and advocate for over 18 years. My experience includes working with adults, young adults, and teens experiencing mental health and behavioral struggles. My professional specialties include: depression, anxiety, trauma, grief / loss, anger, job-related stress, transitional concerns, interpersonal issues, communication difficulties, eating disorders, self-injury, suicidal thinking / behaviors, and impulsivity. I work with individuals with co-morbid medical concerns, those struggling with alcohol / substance use, and individuals who require court-mandated services in a confidential setting.
I am a professional, well-established leader in the counseling and wellness field. I have been working as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and advocate for over 18 years. My experience includes working with adults, young adults, and teens experiencing mental health and behavioral struggles. My professional specialties include: depression, anxiety, trauma, grief / loss, anger, job-related stress, transitional concerns, interpersonal issues, communication difficulties, eating disorders, self-injury, suicidal thinking / behaviors, and impulsivity. I work with individuals with co-morbid medical concerns, those struggling with alcohol / substance use, and individuals who require court-mandated services in a confidential setting.
I have a passion for working with people who are hurting. With gentle compassion, wisdom and humor, I help people create change to bring a sense of peace and order back into their lives. I have a Master's degree in Social Work from the University at Buffalo and have been in practice since 2007.
I have a passion for working with people who are hurting. With gentle compassion, wisdom and humor, I help people create change to bring a sense of peace and order back into their lives. I have a Master's degree in Social Work from the University at Buffalo and have been in practice since 2007.
Connie Suarez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, DevPsy, RPT
Verified Verified
Buffalo, NY 14222
I have been working in the field of Mental Health for over 15 years. My experience includes working in outpatient mental health clinics, special education school settings and home-based therapy through NYS Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. I spent the last 13 years in New York City and had the pleasure of being exposed to a wealth of diversity, cultures, languages, ethnicities, religions, etc.
I have been working in the field of Mental Health for over 15 years. My experience includes working in outpatient mental health clinics, special education school settings and home-based therapy through NYS Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. I spent the last 13 years in New York City and had the pleasure of being exposed to a wealth of diversity, cultures, languages, ethnicities, religions, etc.
Sometimes in life stressful things happen. Sometimes we experience mental health issues that feel beyond our control. Our quality of life may suffer or we may struggle to reach our goals. I am here to help. I try to create a warm and nonjudgmental space for you to reflect and grow. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor I have experience helping people with a variety of issues including stress, depression, relationship problems, and perinatal/postpartum concerns. I also enjoy helping couples learn to communicate more effectively and strengthen their friendship.
Sometimes in life stressful things happen. Sometimes we experience mental health issues that feel beyond our control. Our quality of life may suffer or we may struggle to reach our goals. I am here to help. I try to create a warm and nonjudgmental space for you to reflect and grow. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor I have experience helping people with a variety of issues including stress, depression, relationship problems, and perinatal/postpartum concerns. I also enjoy helping couples learn to communicate more effectively and strengthen their friendship.
Our practice listens to our clients and provides a variety of therapy and counseling approaches to meet our client's needs. We know that life can get difficult at times and we believe that counseling can help you to see the situation from a different point of view to facilitate change. Our focus is to help individuals and families heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and providing each client with a customer treatment plan. We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow.
Our practice listens to our clients and provides a variety of therapy and counseling approaches to meet our client's needs. We know that life can get difficult at times and we believe that counseling can help you to see the situation from a different point of view to facilitate change. Our focus is to help individuals and families heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and providing each client with a customer treatment plan. We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow.
Amanda Ciesla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Buffalo, NY 14222
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What are you looking for in therapy? Maybe you just need a little help getting through your day. Maybe you need a little extra support, someone in your corner to listen to you and help you untangle the thoughts in your head. Maybe you feel like you're going down the spiral, and nothing seems to bring you back. Let's talk about it. Let's work together to help you live the life you want, to find peace.
What are you looking for in therapy? Maybe you just need a little help getting through your day. Maybe you need a little extra support, someone in your corner to listen to you and help you untangle the thoughts in your head. Maybe you feel like you're going down the spiral, and nothing seems to bring you back. Let's talk about it. Let's work together to help you live the life you want, to find peace.
Hi! I'm Denise Litterer and I am a psychologist who has successfully worked with clients with a range of presenting issues and from diverse backgrounds for over 25 years. I am highly collaborative and active in therapy, utilizing an interpersonal, feminist, and multicultural approach to combine your life experiences and identities with my professional knowledge. I am also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and often incorporate these techniques into my therapy as well as use them in my own life! On a personal note, I live with my wife, three children, dogs and cats and spend my free time cooking, baking, and reading.
Hi! I'm Denise Litterer and I am a psychologist who has successfully worked with clients with a range of presenting issues and from diverse backgrounds for over 25 years. I am highly collaborative and active in therapy, utilizing an interpersonal, feminist, and multicultural approach to combine your life experiences and identities with my professional knowledge. I am also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and often incorporate these techniques into my therapy as well as use them in my own life! On a personal note, I live with my wife, three children, dogs and cats and spend my free time cooking, baking, and reading.
Jola Dzierżyńska
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PLLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Buffalo, NY 14222
I graduated from SUNY University at Buffalo School of Social Work and since then, I have worked with clients with various mental health afflictions in long-term and short-term therapy. I have experience working with clients in group & individual settings. Besides common approaches such as Cognitive & Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, I use Existential & Jungian perspectives to serve my clients. In trauma work, I use the Moral Injury Model, Schema Therapy approach as well as Post-Traumatic Growth Model. I see humor, laughter, poetry…and silence as quite effective therapeutic modalities, too!
I graduated from SUNY University at Buffalo School of Social Work and since then, I have worked with clients with various mental health afflictions in long-term and short-term therapy. I have experience working with clients in group & individual settings. Besides common approaches such as Cognitive & Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, I use Existential & Jungian perspectives to serve my clients. In trauma work, I use the Moral Injury Model, Schema Therapy approach as well as Post-Traumatic Growth Model. I see humor, laughter, poetry…and silence as quite effective therapeutic modalities, too!
Shannon Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Buffalo, NY 14222 (Online Only)
Shannon is a licensed clinical social worker, working with adolescents, adults and families. She has experience working with a wide-range of clients; however, specializes in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, relationship conflicts, substance use, ADHD and life transitions. She is trained in IFS, CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, somatics, and Gottman approaches. Above all, Shannon knows the connection between therapist and client is the most important and always encourages honest communication.
Shannon is a licensed clinical social worker, working with adolescents, adults and families. She has experience working with a wide-range of clients; however, specializes in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, relationship conflicts, substance use, ADHD and life transitions. She is trained in IFS, CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, somatics, and Gottman approaches. Above all, Shannon knows the connection between therapist and client is the most important and always encourages honest communication.
Our minds are incredible tools for experiencing life- and yet , the mind can so easily slip into anxiety and overthinking. Our memories can bring us joy and a sense of identity, but we can also get "stuck" in past patterns & hurts. Therapy is a unique type of relationship focused on your empowerment and growth. We'll work together to create awareness around those mental, emotional, and behavioral patterns. From here, we'll seek ways to implement positive, conscious changes, based on your personal values and desires.
Our minds are incredible tools for experiencing life- and yet , the mind can so easily slip into anxiety and overthinking. Our memories can bring us joy and a sense of identity, but we can also get "stuck" in past patterns & hurts. Therapy is a unique type of relationship focused on your empowerment and growth. We'll work together to create awareness around those mental, emotional, and behavioral patterns. From here, we'll seek ways to implement positive, conscious changes, based on your personal values and desires.
Currently accepting in person clients for weekday appointments between 9a-2p and virtual clients after 4p. I enjoy working with people of all ages who are striving to move through and process the difficult life experiences, changes and transitions we all experience such as grief & loss, divorce, trauma, addictions of all kinds, parenting and behavioral problems in children and adolescents.
Currently accepting in person clients for weekday appointments between 9a-2p and virtual clients after 4p. I enjoy working with people of all ages who are striving to move through and process the difficult life experiences, changes and transitions we all experience such as grief & loss, divorce, trauma, addictions of all kinds, parenting and behavioral problems in children and adolescents.
Your journey to empower self deserves empathy, authentic intentions and a passion for the growth you seek. You will find that I am a compassionate and non-judgmental listener, and I am confident that I will earn your trust. I have 17 years of experience with crisis intervention, medication monitoring, problem solving, human rights and evolving relationship dynamics. Additionally, I work with the special challenges that face the LGBTQIA+ community. Clients often tell me they appreciate my authentic, direct and warm style and are pleasantly surprised that we can share laughter together, despite addressing difficult topics.
Your journey to empower self deserves empathy, authentic intentions and a passion for the growth you seek. You will find that I am a compassionate and non-judgmental listener, and I am confident that I will earn your trust. I have 17 years of experience with crisis intervention, medication monitoring, problem solving, human rights and evolving relationship dynamics. Additionally, I work with the special challenges that face the LGBTQIA+ community. Clients often tell me they appreciate my authentic, direct and warm style and are pleasantly surprised that we can share laughter together, despite addressing difficult topics.
Jacob Vecchio
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Buffalo, NY 14222
Not accepting new clients
If you are reading this right now, then that's good news, it means you are thinking about creating a healthier you! Whether you're working through a difficult time or simply feel like you've been stuck in a rut, therapy can be a great help! I’m grateful for the opportunity to support others and my approach to therapy is based in empathy, humor, acceptance, and transparency. I know how hard it can be to find a therapist that “clicks," so I would greatly appreciate the chance to hear your story and offer a fresh perspective! I have a wealth of experience in treating adolescents and adults.
If you are reading this right now, then that's good news, it means you are thinking about creating a healthier you! Whether you're working through a difficult time or simply feel like you've been stuck in a rut, therapy can be a great help! I’m grateful for the opportunity to support others and my approach to therapy is based in empathy, humor, acceptance, and transparency. I know how hard it can be to find a therapist that “clicks," so I would greatly appreciate the chance to hear your story and offer a fresh perspective! I have a wealth of experience in treating adolescents and adults.
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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.