About Prester Mental Health Counseling
At Prester Mental Health Counseling, PLLC, our mission is to provide culturally responsive, evidence-based therapy that helps individuals reconnect to themselves, their loved ones and their community.
Empowering you to create the fulfilling life you deserve
With over 20 years of experience, we are committed to empowering individuals to navigate challenges and create a path to healing and growth. We have a strong passion for working with marginalized communities, including people of color, women, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants, and refugees.
Some common therapeutic orientations we use include behavioral therapies, mindfulness therapies and motivational interviewing. Our specialized training and areas of focus include:
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Trauma
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Racial, Intergenerational, and Foreign-Born Trauma
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Grief and Loss
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Substance Use and Recovery
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LGBTQIA
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Stress Management
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Mood Disorders
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Anxiety and Depression
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Life Transitions
Our Owner and Therapist
MEET DANIELLE PRESTER, LMHC
From a very young age, I knew I wanted a career in the helping professions. I decided to pursue mental health counseling after personally experiencing how impactful therapy was in helping myself and my loved ones. I have worked as a therapist, clinical supervisor and program director in various clinical settings. One thing that remained consistent throughout my work experiences is the need for culturally informed counseling practices. I founded Prester Mental Health Counseling PLLC to provide affirming and inclusive therapy to the WNY community and beyond.
Supporting the community is a foundational value for myself and the business. I volunteer with the UB Human Rights Initiatives performing psychological evaluations for individuals seeking asylum. I maintain a presence in a community nonprofit clinic to reach those who cannot access private therapy. I also volunteer with the City of Buffalo Animal Shelter.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts from Allegheny College and a Master of Arts in Counseling from PennWest University of Pennsylvania (2008). I have been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York since 2018 (License #009013). I am a former Licensed Professional Counselor (Pennsylvania, 2012-2019).