Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Mesa, AZ
Marika Joubert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85207 (Online Only)
I primarily focus my practice on the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder.
Thank you for visiting my profile, I am so glad you found me here! Intelligent and high-functioning people like yourself can still struggle with their inner experience. I know how well you keep it together on the outside, but on the inside you may suffer deeply. Someone like you does not lack insight and self-awareness, but you have found that painful patterns don't seem to go away. Since you increasingly struggle around others, and your relationships suffer, you have started to feel that life is increasingly pointless.
I primarily focus my practice on the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder.
Thank you for visiting my profile, I am so glad you found me here! Intelligent and high-functioning people like yourself can still struggle with their inner experience. I know how well you keep it together on the outside, but on the inside you may suffer deeply. Someone like you does not lack insight and self-awareness, but you have found that painful patterns don't seem to go away. Since you increasingly struggle around others, and your relationships suffer, you have started to feel that life is increasingly pointless.
I specialize in borderline personality, trauma, depression, anxiety, emotions, self-talk, motivation, excess worry, unhealthy relationships, grief/loss, self-care, and more.
I work with GMH issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, self-esteem, emotion regulation, and personality disorders. I work mostly with adults, but also teenagers age 16 and up. I encourage clients to follow their compass. I recognize clients are the experts on their lives. Progress in counseling is a team effort! I guide my clients out of the forest to have a better view of the trees. If you don't know where you're going, any path will get you there. I hold clients accountable to get back on the right path to meet their goals.
I specialize in borderline personality, trauma, depression, anxiety, emotions, self-talk, motivation, excess worry, unhealthy relationships, grief/loss, self-care, and more.
I work with GMH issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, self-esteem, emotion regulation, and personality disorders. I work mostly with adults, but also teenagers age 16 and up. I encourage clients to follow their compass. I recognize clients are the experts on their lives. Progress in counseling is a team effort! I guide my clients out of the forest to have a better view of the trees. If you don't know where you're going, any path will get you there. I hold clients accountable to get back on the right path to meet their goals.
I also work with addiction and recovery, Borderline Personality Disorder, anxiety, depression, work/life balance, and trauma.
The relationship between counselor and client is the backbone of therapy. A client needs a person they can open up to and trust. A counselor needs a client who will be open and honest. I work hard to make every client know that they are the focus of each and every session. By whatever path a client arrives in my office, I seek to know and understand that journey. My approach to therapy comes from both my life experiences as well as my educational journey. These experiences allow me to create a non-judgmental space where I can meet each client where they currently are.
I also work with addiction and recovery, Borderline Personality Disorder, anxiety, depression, work/life balance, and trauma.
The relationship between counselor and client is the backbone of therapy. A client needs a person they can open up to and trust. A counselor needs a client who will be open and honest. I work hard to make every client know that they are the focus of each and every session. By whatever path a client arrives in my office, I seek to know and understand that journey. My approach to therapy comes from both my life experiences as well as my educational journey. These experiences allow me to create a non-judgmental space where I can meet each client where they currently are.
Over the years, I've developed specialized skills to work with diverse populations, various backgrounds, and individuals dealing with depression, dissociative disorders, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, BPD, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, and complex trauma.
Have you ever found yourself in need of someone to talk to, only to feel like there's no one you can turn to? Perhaps you've experienced the frustration of opening up and being vulnerable, only to receive a blank stare or have the conversation unintentionally redirected to the other person's experiences. At Inner Balance, YOU are our primary and central focus. I value the courage it takes to be vulnerable and provide a secure space for you to explore your past, present, and future. I'm here to offer the support and validation you need to evolve into the person you aspire to be.
Over the years, I've developed specialized skills to work with diverse populations, various backgrounds, and individuals dealing with depression, dissociative disorders, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, BPD, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, and complex trauma.
Have you ever found yourself in need of someone to talk to, only to feel like there's no one you can turn to? Perhaps you've experienced the frustration of opening up and being vulnerable, only to receive a blank stare or have the conversation unintentionally redirected to the other person's experiences. At Inner Balance, YOU are our primary and central focus. I value the courage it takes to be vulnerable and provide a secure space for you to explore your past, present, and future. I'm here to offer the support and validation you need to evolve into the person you aspire to be.
I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, borderline, and trauma presentations, using a combination of EMDR, NARM, narrative, acceptance, and existential therapies to support my clients.
Many of us feel like we are fighting several losing battles at once, often causing feelings of hollowness, sadness, hopelessness, and anxiety. This can make us feel like there’s no way to find our purpose or direction in life, impacting our relationships to others and ourselves. Navigating these struggles means more than addressing symptoms: we have to rediscover a sense of meaning. To do this, I blend together modalities that address trauma, identity, problem solving, and understanding our belief systems to best support the person from a place that is grounded and informed by their personal goals and priorities.
I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, borderline, and trauma presentations, using a combination of EMDR, NARM, narrative, acceptance, and existential therapies to support my clients.
Many of us feel like we are fighting several losing battles at once, often causing feelings of hollowness, sadness, hopelessness, and anxiety. This can make us feel like there’s no way to find our purpose or direction in life, impacting our relationships to others and ourselves. Navigating these struggles means more than addressing symptoms: we have to rediscover a sense of meaning. To do this, I blend together modalities that address trauma, identity, problem solving, and understanding our belief systems to best support the person from a place that is grounded and informed by their personal goals and priorities.
In my professional practice, I've provided support to individuals grappling with a diverse range of challenges, including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, gender, transitioning, sexuality concerns, borderline personality disorder ( BPD), and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Drawing upon my personal journey, I intimately understand the overwhelming and isolating nature of our internal struggles. Yet, I firmly believe that life doesn't have to be overshadowed by fear and loneliness. What if we viewed life's challenges as opportunities for profound growth and understanding? What if we discarded societal labels, embracing ourselves with unwavering acceptance and kindness? My passion lies in guiding individuals away from the clutches of suffering and towards the inherent beauty that exists within our lives.
In my professional practice, I've provided support to individuals grappling with a diverse range of challenges, including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, gender, transitioning, sexuality concerns, borderline personality disorder ( BPD), and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Drawing upon my personal journey, I intimately understand the overwhelming and isolating nature of our internal struggles. Yet, I firmly believe that life doesn't have to be overshadowed by fear and loneliness. What if we viewed life's challenges as opportunities for profound growth and understanding? What if we discarded societal labels, embracing ourselves with unwavering acceptance and kindness? My passion lies in guiding individuals away from the clutches of suffering and towards the inherent beauty that exists within our lives.
Lori Mockler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , CTP
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85204 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I provide a compassionate and supportive environment where clients can explore their personal challenges and develop practical strategies for growth. I provide multiple modalities to my clients to help them overcome their challenges and make lasting changes. I have experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, mood dysregulation, motivation, self-esteem, and trauma. I also work with personality disorders such as bipolar and borderline. If you want to be better at managing your symptoms lets discuss how we can start towards the path of self-awareness and personal growth.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I provide a compassionate and supportive environment where clients can explore their personal challenges and develop practical strategies for growth. I provide multiple modalities to my clients to help them overcome their challenges and make lasting changes. I have experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, mood dysregulation, motivation, self-esteem, and trauma. I also work with personality disorders such as bipolar and borderline. If you want to be better at managing your symptoms lets discuss how we can start towards the path of self-awareness and personal growth.
I have an extensive background working with SMI clients and work well with clients diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. I also appreciate working with clients who are of Native American background and I am very knowledgeable of the culture of the Akimel O'odham people. I also utilize integrated therapies such as DBT, CBT and Existential therapy when working with those experiencing grief and loss and seek to assist clients experiencing bereavement. I also work well with adolescents, adults and older adults.
I have an extensive background working with SMI clients and work well with clients diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. I also appreciate working with clients who are of Native American background and I am very knowledgeable of the culture of the Akimel O'odham people. I also utilize integrated therapies such as DBT, CBT and Existential therapy when working with those experiencing grief and loss and seek to assist clients experiencing bereavement. I also work well with adolescents, adults and older adults.
Sissy has experience working with anxiety, depression, career issues, PTSD, BPD, addiction, and family/couple issues.
Sissy's ideal client is looking for a partner in change. This client is at a point where they know change is necessary, is transparent, and sees her as the missing link to change or enhance their life.
Sissy has experience working with anxiety, depression, career issues, PTSD, BPD, addiction, and family/couple issues.
Sissy's ideal client is looking for a partner in change. This client is at a point where they know change is necessary, is transparent, and sees her as the missing link to change or enhance their life.
Sissy has experience working with anxiety, depression, career issues, PTSD, BPD, addiction, and family/couple issues.
Sissy's ideal client is looking for a partner in change. This client is at a point where they know change is necessary, is transparent, and sees her as the missing link to change or enhance their life.
Sissy has experience working with anxiety, depression, career issues, PTSD, BPD, addiction, and family/couple issues.
Sissy's ideal client is looking for a partner in change. This client is at a point where they know change is necessary, is transparent, and sees her as the missing link to change or enhance their life.
Jennifer Szabo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85204 (Online Only)
I am also trained in perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, OCD and comfortable working with Bipolar & Borderline.
Feeling consumed by intrusive, unwanted thoughts that interrupt your daily living? Are you wanting to regain power over your thoughts and life? I understand how difficult it may seem to begin the healing process. But, you do not need to do it alone. When you meet with me you will be welcomed into a nonjudgmental space that will allow you to explore the possible source of your current challenges and ways you can enhance your well-being. I do not believe therapy has to be a painful experience, it can be a healing and rewarding journey. I can walk along side you as you begin to regain control of your life.
I am also trained in perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, OCD and comfortable working with Bipolar & Borderline.
Feeling consumed by intrusive, unwanted thoughts that interrupt your daily living? Are you wanting to regain power over your thoughts and life? I understand how difficult it may seem to begin the healing process. But, you do not need to do it alone. When you meet with me you will be welcomed into a nonjudgmental space that will allow you to explore the possible source of your current challenges and ways you can enhance your well-being. I do not believe therapy has to be a painful experience, it can be a healing and rewarding journey. I can walk along side you as you begin to regain control of your life.
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You, your pain and the challenges that brought you here matter. Life, relationships, family, work, and just being human can be overwhelming and confusing. Sometimes it is difficult to see through the mental mazes our minds create. Sometimes intense emotions block our ability to see clearly. I offer a non-judgmental and honest space to explore your experiences. I believe each person can find the peace, fulfillment, and answers they seek and am honored to walk beside them on that journey. One of the most significant pieces to a good therapeutic experience is the “fit” between you and your therapist. I am caring and competent.
You, your pain and the challenges that brought you here matter. Life, relationships, family, work, and just being human can be overwhelming and confusing. Sometimes it is difficult to see through the mental mazes our minds create. Sometimes intense emotions block our ability to see clearly. I offer a non-judgmental and honest space to explore your experiences. I believe each person can find the peace, fulfillment, and answers they seek and am honored to walk beside them on that journey. One of the most significant pieces to a good therapeutic experience is the “fit” between you and your therapist. I am caring and competent.
As a counselor with over a decade of dedicated experience, I'm here to be your companion through these challenging times. My goal is to guide you through processing past experiences, embracing the present, and shaping a more hopeful future. I've had the privilege of working extensively with diverse individuals, spanning adolescents, adults, and couples facing a variety of hurdles. Whether it's adolescents coping with the pressures of growing up, adults dealing with life transitions, or couples navigating relationship challenges, I'm here to offer my support.
As a counselor with over a decade of dedicated experience, I'm here to be your companion through these challenging times. My goal is to guide you through processing past experiences, embracing the present, and shaping a more hopeful future. I've had the privilege of working extensively with diverse individuals, spanning adolescents, adults, and couples facing a variety of hurdles. Whether it's adolescents coping with the pressures of growing up, adults dealing with life transitions, or couples navigating relationship challenges, I'm here to offer my support.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I graduated from Indiana University with a Post Baccalaureate degree in substance abuse counseling and a Masters degree in social work. I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field such as: addictions, grief and loss, couples/ family counseling, anxiety, depression and trauma related stressors. I am committed to working with a diverse population and have experience in various settings. I have a passion for working with individuals and their families as they encounter life changes and various transitions. I am committed to working with people in both brief.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I graduated from Indiana University with a Post Baccalaureate degree in substance abuse counseling and a Masters degree in social work. I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field such as: addictions, grief and loss, couples/ family counseling, anxiety, depression and trauma related stressors. I am committed to working with a diverse population and have experience in various settings. I have a passion for working with individuals and their families as they encounter life changes and various transitions. I am committed to working with people in both brief.
Have you been feeling “stuck” lately? Maybe you feel numb or detached. Maybe you’re so overwhelmed that you find yourself struggling to function or asking yourself “why am I like this?” more often than you’re comfortable with. Maybe you just can’t cope with your symptoms like you used to and it feels like you’re losing control. Or maybe you just find yourself in the same situations or relationships over and over again and just can’t seem to figure out why. Whatever you’ve been dealing with that has brought you to this page today – depression, anxiety, anger, mood swings, stress, dissociation, trauma- I’m here to help.
Have you been feeling “stuck” lately? Maybe you feel numb or detached. Maybe you’re so overwhelmed that you find yourself struggling to function or asking yourself “why am I like this?” more often than you’re comfortable with. Maybe you just can’t cope with your symptoms like you used to and it feels like you’re losing control. Or maybe you just find yourself in the same situations or relationships over and over again and just can’t seem to figure out why. Whatever you’ve been dealing with that has brought you to this page today – depression, anxiety, anger, mood swings, stress, dissociation, trauma- I’m here to help.
Finding the right therapist can be exhausting. This one is too hard. That one is too soft. It sounds like something out of Goldilocks and the Three Bears doesn’t it? You’re likely browsing this profile because your past has been painful. Maybe you’re feeling stuck – unable to move forward. Maybe it feels like your emotions are more in control of you than you are of them. Or maybe you fluctuate between feeling disconnected and shut down to feeling completely on edge. If any of this sounds familiar, then you and I might be the right fit.
Finding the right therapist can be exhausting. This one is too hard. That one is too soft. It sounds like something out of Goldilocks and the Three Bears doesn’t it? You’re likely browsing this profile because your past has been painful. Maybe you’re feeling stuck – unable to move forward. Maybe it feels like your emotions are more in control of you than you are of them. Or maybe you fluctuate between feeling disconnected and shut down to feeling completely on edge. If any of this sounds familiar, then you and I might be the right fit.
What is trauma? In the more than 20 years that I've been working in the field of counseling, I've come to discover that though some trauma is obvious (physical abuse, sexual abuse, military experience, car accidents, etc) so much more is less obvious and really relevant to your experience. What one person might consider just a bump in the road, another might feel is an impossible obstacle to get over. Your trauma is relative to your experiences. Regardless, of whether you feel stuck, unable to "get over it", or just that you keep having problems that you can't get passed, it's worth it to get help.
What is trauma? In the more than 20 years that I've been working in the field of counseling, I've come to discover that though some trauma is obvious (physical abuse, sexual abuse, military experience, car accidents, etc) so much more is less obvious and really relevant to your experience. What one person might consider just a bump in the road, another might feel is an impossible obstacle to get over. Your trauma is relative to your experiences. Regardless, of whether you feel stuck, unable to "get over it", or just that you keep having problems that you can't get passed, it's worth it to get help.
My mission is to walk alongside you, helping you overcome past traumas and create a safe environment where you feel heard and empowered to heal. I am committed to being on your team every step of the way. I hold a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and am licensed in the state of Arizona. Additionally, I have a background in business with a bachelor’s degree in Business Marketing and an MBA. With extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, I specialize in addressing trauma, grief, fertility issues, and providing support to athletes.
My mission is to walk alongside you, helping you overcome past traumas and create a safe environment where you feel heard and empowered to heal. I am committed to being on your team every step of the way. I hold a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and am licensed in the state of Arizona. Additionally, I have a background in business with a bachelor’s degree in Business Marketing and an MBA. With extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, I specialize in addressing trauma, grief, fertility issues, and providing support to athletes.
Hello! I work with teens 16+, Adults, First Responders, and Veterans who are experiencing PTSD, Complex PTSD, and trauma related symptoms. I have experience working with Anxiety, Depression, Suicidal Ideation, Low Self-Esteem/Self Worth and Assertiveness, Sleep Issues including Nightmares, and Problems in Relationships. I am a Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC) who is trained in the Flash Technique. I love seeing my client’s experience such quick improvement in processing trauma related memories! I am also trained in anger management and CBT-I (Insomnia).
Hello! I work with teens 16+, Adults, First Responders, and Veterans who are experiencing PTSD, Complex PTSD, and trauma related symptoms. I have experience working with Anxiety, Depression, Suicidal Ideation, Low Self-Esteem/Self Worth and Assertiveness, Sleep Issues including Nightmares, and Problems in Relationships. I am a Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC) who is trained in the Flash Technique. I love seeing my client’s experience such quick improvement in processing trauma related memories! I am also trained in anger management and CBT-I (Insomnia).
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Welcome! What an honor it is to start this journey with you. I know that reaching out for help can often be the most difficult part of the therapeutic process. I am wholeheartedly committed to helping you during a difficult time on your journey in life. I see couples and adults of all ages and specialize in women’s issues including perinatal mental health. Life happens; stress, mental illness, substance abuse, trauma, for example, can all be too much at times, causing us to disconnect. You currently possess strengths that will help you to make progress in your journey toward your best self.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Welcome! What an honor it is to start this journey with you. I know that reaching out for help can often be the most difficult part of the therapeutic process. I am wholeheartedly committed to helping you during a difficult time on your journey in life. I see couples and adults of all ages and specialize in women’s issues including perinatal mental health. Life happens; stress, mental illness, substance abuse, trauma, for example, can all be too much at times, causing us to disconnect. You currently possess strengths that will help you to make progress in your journey toward your best self.
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Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists
What is the most successful approach to treating borderline personality disorder?
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is considered the gold standard of treatment for borderline personality disorder. An evidence-based treatment, it addresses the extreme emotional reactivity, the relationship difficulties, and the acts of self-harm that create so much distress for BPD patients. DBT is a comprehensive program that includes both regular individual psychotherapy sessions and weekly group sessions of skills training.
What happens in treatment of borderline personality disorder?
Treatment typically consists of weekly individual therapy sessions that last an hour and group skill-focused instructional sessions that may last up to two hours. Patients are typically given homework “assignments” in which they are asked to practice in their daily life the skills they acquire in therapy. Patients also keep a diary tracking their emotions and impulses as a way to know which situations are most problematic and to help them gain control over their own behavior. Difficult situations and feelings are typically reviewed in therapy sessions and more constructive solutions found.
What kinds of problems does BPD treatment help with?
DBT was initially developed to dampen the self-destructive impulses of chronically suicidal patients. It is now the treatment of choice for borderline personality disorder, a serious condition marked by extreme emotional reactivity, relationship instability, and self-injurious behaviors. Treatment of BPD helps patients tolerate the flux of emotions without acting on them, often with a specific focus on tolerating negative emotions. DBT addresses the core problems of BPD—fear of abandonment, low self-esteem, and impulsivity.
What is the goal of treatment in borderline personality disorder?
The goal of treatment for borderline personality disorder (BPD) is to relieve the extreme emotional distress that patients experience—to curb their emotional reactivity, to minimize their inclination to self-harm, and to reduce their impulsivity. Toward these ends, patients are not only taught an array of new coping skills and techniques for emotional regulation, they are given opportunities to practice them. Another major goal of treatment is interpersonal effectiveness; patients learn and problem-solve ways to effectively communicate in relationships, especially how to ask for what they need as a way to minimize hurt feelings.