Borderline Personality Disorder is difficulty in relationships, intense fears of abandonment, mood instability such as anger and sadness, impulsivity, and thinking in terms of extremes. Thoughts surrounding relationships often cause the most harm, as people with BPD tend to have an over-idealized or extremely negative picture of the same relationship. Impulsiveness can lead to risk-taking. Some people with BPD can have suicidal thoughts or self-harm behaviors.
Available Treatment Options
Therapist interventions for BPD often involve challenging unhelpful thought patterns in terms of a person’s ideas about themselves and their relationships, such as in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Once challenged, therapy can then help alter these thought patterns to be more helpful and realistic.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Borderline Personality
Therapy can be a remarkable journey into greater self-awareness and towards more intentional living. Whether you are seeking major transformation or simply a means of getting unstuck and getting on with the life you want to live, I believe the most important quality of the therapeutic relationship is that you feel understood. That you attain greater understanding of the origins and nature of yo...
I believe relationships have long-lasting healing power. Romantic, parent/child, friendship, or even your relationship with yourself, when these bonds are healthy, they help heal many wounds. But sometimes things get in the way of your goals for your life and relationships – trauma, beliefs that hurt instead of help, new mental health symptoms, or behaviors that aren’t working for you. I come...
With experience as a former chaplain, working with adolescents and adults, I have a passion for working with people who are experiencing difficulties adapting to life's changes. I also have a background in addiction counseling, and enjoy working with people who are experiencing emotional dysregulation, anxiety, depression, grief, loss, separation, illness, and relational issues. (I DO NOT write...
My name is Lisa Higginson, and I am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) Resident Therapist at Gilbert Counselors. My clinical supervisor is Terri Roman, LPC. I work with individuals, couples, and families at any stage, and can help guide you or your loved ones through life’s stressors. Whether it’s anxiety, depression or spiritual rejuvenation via our Meditation and Mindfulness group, we can...
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 33 years of experience working with adolescents & adults who are experiencing a wide range of difficulties including: *Depression, Anxiety, *Substance Misuse *PTSD *Interpersonal issues *Grief *Self-confidence/Personal Growth * Communication Skills *Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing both in clinical and Forensic settings * Anger Managem...
Due to our integrative and holistic approach at Riverstone Wellness Collaborative, we include multiple services. It is our belief that, while traditional counseling and other practices are beneficial, when applied together they can have a greater impact on clients' well being. At RWC, some clinicians operate independently within their own practice. Fees and insurance availability may vary. We w...
My best work is in assisting my clients in a dynamic combination of Self Acceptance and Understanding. Utilizing techniques from psycho-dynamic, gestalt, mindfulness and body-mind therapies I lend direction in finding personal balance. I have been in private practice for over 35 years. My primary focus in on women and the many transitions through which they journey. I have specialized in trauma...
Minimize distress and overcome challenges--we'll work together to identify what keeps you stuck, increase your assertiveness, develop confidence, reduce guilt and identify your fears. My practice also includes conducting psychological evaluations (e.g., ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders including Asperger's Syndrome). DBT (modified), CPT, Cognitive Trauma Therapy specialist, Autism Diagnostic...
( English | español ) Unexpected things will happen from time to time, and some can be significant and life changing. Change can make you feel uncertain about what to do or how to manage things. It doesn't mean you are going to feel like that forever, and you don't have to go through it alone. It's OK, we've all been there. Although at times we might not have control over these situations,...
Do you feel trapped in your thoughts and emotions? For many people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma emotions and thoughts can feel like they are constantly overwhelming and painful. They can often feel trapping, keeping you from enjoying life the way you might want to. However, it doesn't have to stay this way. Together we can learn how to manage these seemingly uncontrollabl...
Our mission: Mental health for all we serve. Our passion: Helping you achieve mental health. Life can be hard. We all have challenges. We all experience loss, stress, grief and, at some point, all of us feel overwhelmed. The team at Behavioral Healthcare Corporation has been helping people just like you deal with life's issues and restore their mental health since 2002. We don't have all the...
Starting is often the hardest part. We all want to have someone listen to us; someone to understand where we have been, where we want to go & help us find a way to get there. No judgement here, just honest conversation to help you help yourself. Sometimes life takes alternate paths & we could all use a little GPS from time to time. I'm a firm believer that people need people and that we are all...
Whether you are experiencing long-term, transitional or unexpected challenges, I am committed to working with you as team. I would like to support you in the process of getting to know yourself and your personal experiences. Along with my five years of clinical experience, I am also an active member of the Society of Sexuality as well as a Lecturer at a Community College. My approach in therapy...
As a therapist my goal is to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to share your story and ultimately access the ability to understand and manifest change in your life. I view my role as a privilege and wholeheartedly believe that the therapeutic relationship is one that you need to be comfortable with. I spent a number of years working in non-profits before I made the choice to become ...
