Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Florida
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Darly Sebastian
Counselor, L, P, C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702 (Online Only)
My expertise lies in marriage counseling, couples counseling and individuals facing challenges such as infidelity, BPD and PTSD.
Do you see yourself going one step forward and two steps backward in life? Do feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt drive you to seek external validation? As one of the best online counselors specializing in stress counseling, relationship counseling (relationship therapy), marriage counseling, couple counseling (couples therapy) and trauma counseling, I guide motivated individuals in rediscovering self-love and nurturing healthier connections. With expertise in fostering emotional well-being, I offer hope for transformative change in relationship dynamics, providing counseling tailored to your unique needs.
My expertise lies in marriage counseling, couples counseling and individuals facing challenges such as infidelity, BPD and PTSD.
Do you see yourself going one step forward and two steps backward in life? Do feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt drive you to seek external validation? As one of the best online counselors specializing in stress counseling, relationship counseling (relationship therapy), marriage counseling, couple counseling (couples therapy) and trauma counseling, I guide motivated individuals in rediscovering self-love and nurturing healthier connections. With expertise in fostering emotional well-being, I offer hope for transformative change in relationship dynamics, providing counseling tailored to your unique needs.
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Michelle Fortier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32303
Waitlist for new clients
My specialty is working with adults and teens with emotional dysregulation, self-harming behaviors and difficulty with impulsive, destructive and self-destructive behavior. I offer fully adherent DBT. Adherent Dialectical Behavior Therapy has the most evidence showing it to be an effective treatment for suicidal people and people with Borderline Personality Disorder and BPD traits. I also treat other other Cluster B and Cluster C personality disorders using Schema Therapy and elements of RO-DBT. I also treat trauma both in adolescents and in adults using Brainspotting and DBT prolonged exposure.
My specialty is working with adults and teens with emotional dysregulation, self-harming behaviors and difficulty with impulsive, destructive and self-destructive behavior. I offer fully adherent DBT. Adherent Dialectical Behavior Therapy has the most evidence showing it to be an effective treatment for suicidal people and people with Borderline Personality Disorder and BPD traits. I also treat other other Cluster B and Cluster C personality disorders using Schema Therapy and elements of RO-DBT. I also treat trauma both in adolescents and in adults using Brainspotting and DBT prolonged exposure.
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These treatments have been proven to be effective in treating Borderline Personality Disorder, Substance Use Disorders, Eating Disorders, Panic Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Trauma Disorders, couples, and families.
Tampa Bay DBT is a group of mental health clinicians dedicated to the mission of providing evidence based psychological treatments to adolescents, adults, and families in a compassionate environment. Our clinicians are dedicated to receiving the most up to date trainings to provide the most effective care to the individuals we serve. We provide specific treatments including: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT), DBT for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (DBT-PTSD), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Emotion-Focused Couples and Family Therapy.
These treatments have been proven to be effective in treating Borderline Personality Disorder, Substance Use Disorders, Eating Disorders, Panic Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Trauma Disorders, couples, and families.
Tampa Bay DBT is a group of mental health clinicians dedicated to the mission of providing evidence based psychological treatments to adolescents, adults, and families in a compassionate environment. Our clinicians are dedicated to receiving the most up to date trainings to provide the most effective care to the individuals we serve. We provide specific treatments including: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT), DBT for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (DBT-PTSD), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Emotion-Focused Couples and Family Therapy.
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My clinical experience has given me the tools to help you tackle whatever is standing in the way of your happiness. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and DBT Prolonged Exposure. Both modalities have been found to be effective in treating PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, emotion dysregulation, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and more. Through DBT, I am able to assist my clients in creating a Life Worth Living. Together, we can mindfully tackle the problems that are getting in your way by learning the tools that will help you handle and overcome them.
My clinical experience has given me the tools to help you tackle whatever is standing in the way of your happiness. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and DBT Prolonged Exposure. Both modalities have been found to be effective in treating PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, emotion dysregulation, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and more. Through DBT, I am able to assist my clients in creating a Life Worth Living. Together, we can mindfully tackle the problems that are getting in your way by learning the tools that will help you handle and overcome them.
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Her areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, BPD, anger management, grief, and DBT.
Terra is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who earned her Masters in Counseling Psychology from Lee University in Cleveland, TN. Terra has a heart for people and a passion for helping others. This creates an environment off acceptance for each person who enters and at the same time works towards change.
Her areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, BPD, anger management, grief, and DBT.
Terra is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who earned her Masters in Counseling Psychology from Lee University in Cleveland, TN. Terra has a heart for people and a passion for helping others. This creates an environment off acceptance for each person who enters and at the same time works towards change.
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"Therapy is a journey one takes with a trusted professional who will walk side by side, at times guiding and at times following. There are no preconceived notions about this journey however brief or extended." These are the words I have shared over many years of training young professionals. Though I treat all types of individuals, my area of specialty is complex trauma - borderline personality disorder, PTSD, and dissociation. I am intensively trained in DBT and have been practicing and teaching DBT for over fifteen years. My team is DBT by Design/South FL DBT Consortium.
"Therapy is a journey one takes with a trusted professional who will walk side by side, at times guiding and at times following. There are no preconceived notions about this journey however brief or extended." These are the words I have shared over many years of training young professionals. Though I treat all types of individuals, my area of specialty is complex trauma - borderline personality disorder, PTSD, and dissociation. I am intensively trained in DBT and have been practicing and teaching DBT for over fifteen years. My team is DBT by Design/South FL DBT Consortium.
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Laura J Dallalio-Crotty
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33907 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
People with Borderline Personality Disorder often have a strong sense of abandonment, struggle to maintain healthy relationships, have very intense emotions, act impulsively, and under extreme stress may even experience paranoia and dissociation.
Laura J. Dallalio-Crotty, LMHC, LPCC, Masters in Counseling Psychology, specializes in Standard Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) which is an evidence based practice that has been found to be effective in helping individuals who struggle with intense, out of control emotions, chaotic relationships and impulsivity. DBT is effective for anyone who wants to make changes in their life, and is often used for those who suffer from depression, trauma, suicidal ideation, anxiety or self harm. Laura J. Dallalio-Crotty is extensively trained in DBT with over ten years of experience.
People with Borderline Personality Disorder often have a strong sense of abandonment, struggle to maintain healthy relationships, have very intense emotions, act impulsively, and under extreme stress may even experience paranoia and dissociation.
Laura J. Dallalio-Crotty, LMHC, LPCC, Masters in Counseling Psychology, specializes in Standard Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) which is an evidence based practice that has been found to be effective in helping individuals who struggle with intense, out of control emotions, chaotic relationships and impulsivity. DBT is effective for anyone who wants to make changes in their life, and is often used for those who suffer from depression, trauma, suicidal ideation, anxiety or self harm. Laura J. Dallalio-Crotty is extensively trained in DBT with over ten years of experience.
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As a foundationally trained DBT therapist, I specialize in treating borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, body image, anxiety, depression, family conflicts, relationship issues, and self-harm.
Are you struggling with your relationships? Are you finding it difficult to function in every day activities? Do you feel like you're driven more by emotions than values or goals? As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I compassionately help individuals build greater insight and provide them with tools to better navigate thoughts, emotions and urges that keep them stuck. These maladaptive reactions can interfere with who we want to be and the life we want to live. I can guide you in accepting and tolerating realities that are difficult to accept while also learning how to communicate, cope, and problem solve more effectively.
As a foundationally trained DBT therapist, I specialize in treating borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, body image, anxiety, depression, family conflicts, relationship issues, and self-harm.
Are you struggling with your relationships? Are you finding it difficult to function in every day activities? Do you feel like you're driven more by emotions than values or goals? As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I compassionately help individuals build greater insight and provide them with tools to better navigate thoughts, emotions and urges that keep them stuck. These maladaptive reactions can interfere with who we want to be and the life we want to live. I can guide you in accepting and tolerating realities that are difficult to accept while also learning how to communicate, cope, and problem solve more effectively.
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Anxiety and depression are my specialty areas, and I also have significant experience with addiction, ADHD, anger management, borderline personality disorder, codependency, LGBTQ+ issues, phase of life issues, relational issues, etc.
Hi there! I'm Brooke, and I'm here to help you to unpack all the emotional baggage that your family left for you handle all on your own. My goal as your therapist is to allow you the space that you need to process the issues that you have experienced throughout your life. I hope to create a warm and safe therapeutic environment where you will feel heard, where you will have the courage to share the things that have happened to you, and to help carry the weight of the things that have taken up space in your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others.
Anxiety and depression are my specialty areas, and I also have significant experience with addiction, ADHD, anger management, borderline personality disorder, codependency, LGBTQ+ issues, phase of life issues, relational issues, etc.
Hi there! I'm Brooke, and I'm here to help you to unpack all the emotional baggage that your family left for you handle all on your own. My goal as your therapist is to allow you the space that you need to process the issues that you have experienced throughout your life. I hope to create a warm and safe therapeutic environment where you will feel heard, where you will have the courage to share the things that have happened to you, and to help carry the weight of the things that have taken up space in your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others.
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Elena Scricca
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RMHCI
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32601
I'm a HAES and neurodivergent-affirming provider with experience working with anxiety, eating disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, and Autism.
Welcome. I'm here to provide a safe, healing space for those suffering from low self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, body image issues, disordered eating, and so much more. This may present as feeling out of place, struggling with shame and difficulty accepting yourself. You might also be looking for a way to communicate and connect more with other people. Maybe you're struggling with the body you're living in or feeling worried about your relationship with food. You're not alone and I'm here for you.
I'm a HAES and neurodivergent-affirming provider with experience working with anxiety, eating disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, and Autism.
Welcome. I'm here to provide a safe, healing space for those suffering from low self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, body image issues, disordered eating, and so much more. This may present as feeling out of place, struggling with shame and difficulty accepting yourself. You might also be looking for a way to communicate and connect more with other people. Maybe you're struggling with the body you're living in or feeling worried about your relationship with food. You're not alone and I'm here for you.
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Daniela Krotzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, EMDR-C, IFS-C, CDBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33076 (Online Only)
Daniela has expertise in various areas such as trauma, PTSD, grief, relationship challenges, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, suicidal thoughts, self-injury, depression, anxiety, and more.
The past years have been challenging for everyone, bringing about new behaviors in loved ones or ourselves and resurfacing past traumas. Whether it's "big T" traumas like abuse or "little t" traumas like rejection, these experiences can keep us stuck in the past. But there is a way to break free from their grip. Sign up today for a consultation at drdanielakrotzer.com and take the first step towards living a life free from the impact of these traumas.
Daniela has expertise in various areas such as trauma, PTSD, grief, relationship challenges, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, suicidal thoughts, self-injury, depression, anxiety, and more.
The past years have been challenging for everyone, bringing about new behaviors in loved ones or ourselves and resurfacing past traumas. Whether it's "big T" traumas like abuse or "little t" traumas like rejection, these experiences can keep us stuck in the past. But there is a way to break free from their grip. Sign up today for a consultation at drdanielakrotzer.com and take the first step towards living a life free from the impact of these traumas.
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Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32207 (Online Only)
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I work exclusively w/ women & LGBTQIA+ members experiencing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, BPD, attachment & abandonment wounds, & emotional dysregulation.
Hello, I'm Ally, & I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Unlike traditional therapy, where it might feel like a one-sided conversation, I assure you that I'm as real as it gets! I value the power of connection and seek to experience our journey together as real people. I work hand in hand with you to identify your desires & empower you to make positive changes in your life. Taking the first step towards seeking help can be challenging, so I use an approach that is compassionate, direct, & non-judgmental.
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Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
Orlando, FL 32820 (Online Only)
I have expertise in working with trauma, eating disorders, C-PTSD and BPD.
Hi and thanks for reading! I'm a relational therapist focused on collaborating together to create long lasting change in the way you feel about yourself, your life, and the people around you. Feeling both safe and heard while you explore what you've been through and what might be causing you to feel stuck is a crucial part of this work. If you've been struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, or the ability to navigate difficult emotions, I would love to work with you.
I have expertise in working with trauma, eating disorders, C-PTSD and BPD.
Hi and thanks for reading! I'm a relational therapist focused on collaborating together to create long lasting change in the way you feel about yourself, your life, and the people around you. Feeling both safe and heard while you explore what you've been through and what might be causing you to feel stuck is a crucial part of this work. If you've been struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, or the ability to navigate difficult emotions, I would love to work with you.
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Sometimes, when our emotions feel out of our control, we do things that don’t reflect our values. My goal is to assist you as you work to engage in life more authentically using effective nervous system regulation and increasing skillfulness. I believe that people are always doing the best that they can with the resources that they have, and they also want and need to deal with the hardships of life more effectively - that's where I step in to support, accept, educate, and guide. Some of my areas of specialization include: Addiction, Anxiety, BPD, Depression, Identity Exploration, Trauma Recovery, & Relationships and Communication.
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My main focus is working with clients and/or family who are struggling with Borderline Personality Disorder. I utilize DBT and EMDR, among other approaches, to help the client find a way to regulate their symptoms and utilize new ways of approaching issues. I believe in education about what is going on in the mind and body so the client can leave my office with information and skills that can be utilized on a daily basis in order to achieve real change.
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I offer video or in-person sessions. Trained at Princeton, University of Miami, and University of Texas--in practice over 30 years. Board certified in clinical psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology--a credential obtained by only 5% of all psychologists in the nation. I was President (for 2020) of the Florida Psychological Association, and past Training Director at Citrus Health Network mental health center. I'm trained to treat borderline and narcissistic personality disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship conflicts, school/work underachievement, autism/Asperger's disorders, and ADHD.
I offer video or in-person sessions. Trained at Princeton, University of Miami, and University of Texas--in practice over 30 years. Board certified in clinical psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology--a credential obtained by only 5% of all psychologists in the nation. I was President (for 2020) of the Florida Psychological Association, and past Training Director at Citrus Health Network mental health center. I'm trained to treat borderline and narcissistic personality disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship conflicts, school/work underachievement, autism/Asperger's disorders, and ADHD.
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My areas of specialty include Borderline Personality Disorder, anxiety disorders, treatment resistant depression, eating disorders, and trauma.
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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.