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
I have been a marriage and family therapist for 20 years. I have worked with marriage and family issues as well as mental health issues throughout that time. I have been in private practice for over 10 years and thoroughly enjoy the work that I do and the clients that I work with. I work well with clients from all walks of life and experiences. I enjoy helping couples work through adjustment in...
( English | español ) I am an International Certified Psychoanalyst in private practice with over 20 years of extensive clinical and educational experience with adolescents and adults of different backgrounds and cultures with a variety of concerns. Since opening the doors of my private practice, I have provided patients with a wide range of mental health services. From small-scale circumstance...
I believe that intervention is one of the most effective ways to help someone suffering from alcoholism, substance abuse, eating disorders or other process addictions, such as gambling, internet, or sex addiction. I have been fortunate to have an amazing success rate and, in certain circumstances, will refund fees if the intervention is unsuccessful after a level III family meeting. Interventio...
I have years of experience working with children, teens and adults in a variety of settings. I integrate several different approaches to tailor each therapeutic connection to meet individual needs. Modalities I use include cognitive behavioral therapy, art therapy, biofeedback, Neurofeedback and more. I enjoy being able to look at health from different perspectives and deeply respect the link...
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for 40 years, 25 year of which have been at the doctoral level. I offer therapy to individuals, couples, and families in order to address a wide range of problems. I work with clients who suffer from depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and family-of-origin problems. In addition to practicing at the Courtyard Counseling Center, I write and have lectured ...
My approach to therapy is to be mindful of the individual and what they may need. Each person is unique. I believe my education, training and experience are important and influence how I conceptualize therapy. However, in the end it comes down to making a connection and doing the work. I am focused on meeting my client's treatment goals as they present themselves, as they evolve and as they...
Welcome! I am so happy you are you here! If you are suffering, you have already made the first step in improving your quality of life. I believe everyone has a story and I have helped many learn that they do not have to allow their past to dictate their present situation. I know personally and professionally that people can change and I am here to offer you hope in your journey. I provide...
I have an expertise in addiction and codependency. My favorite clinical skills are teaching clients how to take care of themselves and gain insight on where they begin and others end. I am a seasoned professional in all clinical settings including hospitals, counseling centers and private practice. I am a licensed clinical social worker and did my graduate work at the University of Maryland. My...
I am a licensed psychologist and have years of experience helping people meet their goals. I most often work with individuals addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, relational conflict, or grief. I help clients address and resolve underlying issues that create pain. I also utilize action-oriented techniques and exercises to promote healing and change. I implement multiple therapies, including...
With over 30 years of experience providing psychotherapy and psychological testing, I have come to know, understand and help a vast variety of people of all ages. I am now devoting my practice to psychological testing to clarify psychological diagnosis and personality dynamics, evaluate difficulties in learning and attention, assist in obtaining special accommodations for college and profession...
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with many years experience, I have focused my career to helping people overcome life's challenges. I believe in guiding people to their own solutions, based on individual needs, in a safe, confidential and compassionate environment. I work with children over 12, individuals, adults, couples and families. My specialties include Couples Connections, Blended...
How to choose a therapist? I think it can be a bit overwhelming for some. Sometimes clients come see me simply because I take their insurance, or I have availability during a time that works for them. Sometimes people have asked their friends, family, colleagues for recommendations. Sometimes modality or style is important. I am a warm, collaborative, interactive therapist, licensed since 2005....
My aim in therapy is to help people reach their full potential in life. I do this through developing a strong relationship with those I work with. Through this working relationship, it is my goal to assist individuals in breaking free of past conditioning through self-discovery and self-awareness. I help individuals, discover their strengths, make better choices, and transition from their inter...
Something - some event / loneliness /feeling like a fraud / feeling like something is missing - brought you to look for a resource at this particular time. Wondering "what's wrong with me" What is the message in the difficulty you are having? The answers lie within that message. It is in discovering - or rediscovering - of who you are that you need. It is finding out and getting back to who you...
We all go through difficult times in our lives, and I believe we all have our strengths when it comes to solving problems. If you are going through a tough time, feeling overwhelmed with new or ongoing challenges feeling anxious, depressed and/or hopeless, I may be able to help you navigate through your struggles. As a client centered and culturally aware psychotherapist, I focus on helping you...
