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 offer individual therapy for adults and adolescents, and specialize in working with women and teens dealing with the impact of sexual assault, childhood abuse, or other trauma. Other areas of clinical interest include relationship issues, life transitions, anxiety, and identity questions. I believe therapy is a collaborative process that allows us to be deeply seen and heard, and to see...
My office in the Maxwelton Health Center is a safe place to share your your thoughts, feelings, fears, and as much of your personal story as you choose. You are always the center of my attention, and therapy is based on what you want to change about your behaviors, thoughts or feelings. I listen to what you have to say, and help you identify solutions to problems you may identify. I provide cri...
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and the storms of life rage. Having a counselor who can provide tools necessary to find a sense of peace and acceptance is so invaluable. Whether you are needing help with anxiety, depression, self esteem and self confidence, stress, guilt/shame, past hurts, or relationship issues, or substance use disorders, I use a holistic approach to healing and personal...
Regardless of the pressing issue, most people struggle through transitions and adjustments in life. My goal is to provide professional quality treatment in the comfort of your own space in a manner that fosters growth, wellness, and positive thinking toward living a productive healthy life and stabilizing emotional distress. I have an extensive history in treating anxiety, trauma, depression,...
Currently, I am taking clients online or by the phone all over Indiana and Illinois. I am a Social Worker who believes that a good relationship with you is important. I want to help you and your family enrich your lives. Life is a journey, and like all journeys, there will be challenges along the way. I am here to help you get through those challenges, and live a life of vitality. I have worked...
Hi there! For some, the very first step is difficult, but once it is made, each step thereafter becomes easier. There are times when we lose control, feel angry, confused, a loss of direction and even discouraged. These are some of the things that makes us human; we can be vulnerable at any moment. Despite challenges, we are capable of finding resolutions with the right support and guidance. I...
As a therapist, I understand and appreciate the mixed emotions that accompany one's decision to ask for help. It is my goal to create a space where you feel safe and supported as you share your personal story. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and non-judgmental. I will help you to increase awareness around your thoughts, feelings, and behavior so that you can make positive changes...
Do you often find yourself wondering if you can ever overcome your trauma and feel better? It seems you have tried everything, but nothing seems to work, at least not for very long. You may have even found yourself using substances and things are spiraling out of control. You're noticing changes in yourself and sometimes you worry that things could get worse. It can be scary to reach out to a...
(LIMITED AVAILABILITY) Do you ever feel out of sync with yourself or within your relationships? Do you feel as if past experiences are preventing you from being fully present in your daily life? I am a trauma-informed clinician; I work with clients who have been impacted by traumatic events and/or relationships, to safely process these life experiences. Together, we will mindfully acknowledge y...
Life is a marathon! The marathon will continue whether you are ready or not. How you finish is solely up to each individual! I believe we all have the desire to finish strong. Ultimately, it is our mindset that keeps us in the race. A mindset that is weighed down from life experiences can impact an individual’s mental perspective and outlook. What’s your mental health regimen? Let me assist you...
With over 20 years of experience, I can help you navigate difficult times. I love working with children of all ages, adolescents, adults and seniors. I firmly believe that every individual already holds the keys to unlock their full potential but that we all need a little help finding the right doors along our journey. I specialize in working with trauma, depression & anxiety, parenting, anger...
Congratulations on taking the first step in dealing with the issue(s) that may be affecting you. This is the first step in getting the necessary coping strategies needed for you to continue to move forward. I believe that all things have a beginning and an end. Everything in the middle of those two points is the walk that you must make in order to accomplish the goals that you set out to achiev...
I am a Clinical Counselor with Supervisory credentials and have worked most of my career with teens and families, specifically those with complex trauma. My work also includes treatment of the full scope of mental health diagnosis including but not limited to ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Addiction and Personality Disorders. I also provide clinical supervision to graduate students and LPC's seekin...
*Accepting new clients in CH/Durham, with Telehealth.* I have been an LCSW for over 25 years and genuinely love connecting with people to develop skills that find greater stability, serenity and internal strength. I enjoy emphasizing strengths and resilience, while working to understand larger patterns, working through trauma and developing skills to reduce anxiety, emotional reactions,...
I am a licensed psychotherapist and a former U.K. registered mental health nurse. I have worked in the field of substance abuse and mental health in the U.K. since 1999 and more recently in California. I have a high level of comfortability with family and relational issues, emotional disturbance in adult and youth. I welcome culturally diverse adults, youth and families. I take an existential...
