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Kyle William McEvoy
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
Kyle is the Founder and President of Collaborative, a multidisciplinary clinical community focused on establishing effective, evidence-based treatment founded on an adaptive mentalization-based treatment model. He holds advanced training in mentalization-based and adaptive mentalization-based integrative treatment through the Anna Freud Centre for Children and Families. He specializes in complex attachment and identity-related disorders such as borderline, avoidant, antisocial, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personalities, along with gender-diverse individuals.
Kyle is the Founder and President of Collaborative, a multidisciplinary clinical community focused on establishing effective, evidence-based treatment founded on an adaptive mentalization-based treatment model. He holds advanced training in mentalization-based and adaptive mentalization-based integrative treatment through the Anna Freud Centre for Children and Families. He specializes in complex attachment and identity-related disorders such as borderline, avoidant, antisocial, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personalities, along with gender-diverse individuals.
(929) 226-6119 View (929) 226-6119
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Jennifer Musico
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
My areas of interest and expertise include, but are not limited to, mood and anxiety disorders and borderline am intensively trained in DBT.
Once you make the decision to seek therapy, the next step is to find the "best fit" therapist for you. My goal as a clinical psychologist is to assist each client on his/her journey to personal success. I've contributed to positive and meaningful changes in my clients lives by guiding them through feelings and alter unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Thus, assisting clients to create and maintain the life they desire.
My areas of interest and expertise include, but are not limited to, mood and anxiety disorders and borderline am intensively trained in DBT.
Once you make the decision to seek therapy, the next step is to find the "best fit" therapist for you. My goal as a clinical psychologist is to assist each client on his/her journey to personal success. I've contributed to positive and meaningful changes in my clients lives by guiding them through feelings and alter unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Thus, assisting clients to create and maintain the life they desire.
(646) 791-3175 View (646) 791-3175
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Meredith L Friedson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
I specialize in depression, trauma, borderline personality disorder, self-injury, and psychosis.
Whether you are in an acute state of crisis, are hoping to improve relational difficulties, or merely want a space where you can feel recognized and understood, a relationship with a trusted therapist can lead to more personal freedom, self-acceptance, and lasting change. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has experience working with people from many diverse backgrounds and all age groups. I view therapy as a collaborative effort where my goal is to help you better understand yourself. I approach therapy with non-judgmental curiosity and look forward to learning more about you.
I specialize in depression, trauma, borderline personality disorder, self-injury, and psychosis.
Whether you are in an acute state of crisis, are hoping to improve relational difficulties, or merely want a space where you can feel recognized and understood, a relationship with a trusted therapist can lead to more personal freedom, self-acceptance, and lasting change. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has experience working with people from many diverse backgrounds and all age groups. I view therapy as a collaborative effort where my goal is to help you better understand yourself. I approach therapy with non-judgmental curiosity and look forward to learning more about you.
(201) 733-4379 View (201) 733-4379
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Marjeta Kane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
My areas of focus are trauma, anxiety, mood disorders/depression, OCD, ADHD, Autism (treating anxiety and improving communication/social skills), attachments/crisis, borderline personality disorder, family, relationship/marital challenges.
Have you been feeling down or anxious? Do you have marital/relationship stressors and feel like things will never change? Does your child experience behavioral challenges and/or has a hard time communicating/socializing with peers? Perhaps parenting has been overwhelming and you need a safe space to talk and find new ways to manage your emotions and situations?
My areas of focus are trauma, anxiety, mood disorders/depression, OCD, ADHD, Autism (treating anxiety and improving communication/social skills), attachments/crisis, borderline personality disorder, family, relationship/marital challenges.
Have you been feeling down or anxious? Do you have marital/relationship stressors and feel like things will never change? Does your child experience behavioral challenges and/or has a hard time communicating/socializing with peers? Perhaps parenting has been overwhelming and you need a safe space to talk and find new ways to manage your emotions and situations?
(929) 499-2194 View (929) 499-2194
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Isak de Vries
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10038
We have many words for the psychic, emotional, and self-injuries we endure - bi-polar, psychoses, depression, anxiety, borderline, PTSD, abuse, addiction, grief - and working together we learn to unclot the wounds so they heal.
Whether the collapse is "out there" or "in here," it often seems the world is collapsing. Many of us seek therapy because the sense of losing our mind, our self, our loved ones, or our livelihood is terrifying, and the real threats of catastrophe are debilitating. Knowing what we want becomes increasingly difficult, and we struggle to take shape and hold on to ourselves in the presence of others. We fold up or fold in to protect ourselves and our relationships, but then aloneness, desperation, panic, and self attack set in.
We have many words for the psychic, emotional, and self-injuries we endure - bi-polar, psychoses, depression, anxiety, borderline, PTSD, abuse, addiction, grief - and working together we learn to unclot the wounds so they heal.
Whether the collapse is "out there" or "in here," it often seems the world is collapsing. Many of us seek therapy because the sense of losing our mind, our self, our loved ones, or our livelihood is terrifying, and the real threats of catastrophe are debilitating. Knowing what we want becomes increasingly difficult, and we struggle to take shape and hold on to ourselves in the presence of others. We fold up or fold in to protect ourselves and our relationships, but then aloneness, desperation, panic, and self attack set in.
(332) 334-7061 View (332) 334-7061
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Isak de Vries
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10038
We have many words for the psychic, emotional, and self-injuries we endure - bipolar, psychoses, depression, anxiety, borderline, PTSD, abuse, addiction, grief - and working together psychoanalytically, we learn to unclot the wounds so they heal.
Whether the collapse is "out there" or "in here," it often seems the world is collapsing. Many of us seek therapy because the sense of losing our mind, ourselves, our loved ones, or our livelihood is terrifying, and the real threats of psychic catastrophes are debilitating. Knowing what we want becomes increasingly difficult, and we struggle to take shape and hold on to ourselves in the presence of others. We fold up or fold in to protect ourselves and our relationships, but then aloneness, desperation, panic, and self-attack set in.
We have many words for the psychic, emotional, and self-injuries we endure - bipolar, psychoses, depression, anxiety, borderline, PTSD, abuse, addiction, grief - and working together psychoanalytically, we learn to unclot the wounds so they heal.
Whether the collapse is "out there" or "in here," it often seems the world is collapsing. Many of us seek therapy because the sense of losing our mind, ourselves, our loved ones, or our livelihood is terrifying, and the real threats of psychic catastrophes are debilitating. Knowing what we want becomes increasingly difficult, and we struggle to take shape and hold on to ourselves in the presence of others. We fold up or fold in to protect ourselves and our relationships, but then aloneness, desperation, panic, and self-attack set in.
(347) 970-8927 View (347) 970-8927
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Footprints Mental Health Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, BPD, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, BPD, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(718) 550-5392 View (718) 550-5392
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Footprints to Feel Better
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10027
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, BPD, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, BPD, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(646) 204-2295 View (646) 204-2295
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Footprints Mental Health Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, BPD, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, BPD, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(646) 204-2295 View (646) 204-2295
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Stony Brook University Mind Body Center
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
We serve children (ages 5 and up), adolescents, and adults across the lifespan. We treat conditions including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Autism, Developmental Disorders. We also focus on the treatment of stress and anxiety in individuals coping with chronic medical illnesses.
We serve children (ages 5 and up), adolescents, and adults across the lifespan. We treat conditions including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Autism, Developmental Disorders. We also focus on the treatment of stress and anxiety in individuals coping with chronic medical illnesses.
(631) 459-4625 View (631) 459-4625
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Khadijah Cyril
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
Accepting a Couple New Clients. I am so proud of the courage that it took you to look for a therapist. I may not know your full story yet, but I am here to get to know you and help you. If you are someone who feels sad more days than not, has lost pleasure in things you once enjoyed, worry or fearful about your present or future, struggle with relationships, or experienced sensitive events that you do not talk about with others, I am here to help. Also, if you are a parent and this information reflects your child, I specialize in working with them too!
Accepting a Couple New Clients. I am so proud of the courage that it took you to look for a therapist. I may not know your full story yet, but I am here to get to know you and help you. If you are someone who feels sad more days than not, has lost pleasure in things you once enjoyed, worry or fearful about your present or future, struggle with relationships, or experienced sensitive events that you do not talk about with others, I am here to help. Also, if you are a parent and this information reflects your child, I specialize in working with them too!
(929) 499-2747 View (929) 499-2747
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Ting Mandel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
I focus my practice on managing anxiety, depression, anger, relational conflict, substance abuse, personality disorders, trauma, and impulsive behavior. I specialize in populations affected by minority stress, including stigma associated with ethnic, gender, and sexual identities. I take a non-judgemental and compassionate stance with my clients. By attuning to their unique needs, I help clients understand the cause of their suffering and pain and work to help them facilitate change in pursuit of a life that feels authentic, valued, and worth living
I focus my practice on managing anxiety, depression, anger, relational conflict, substance abuse, personality disorders, trauma, and impulsive behavior. I specialize in populations affected by minority stress, including stigma associated with ethnic, gender, and sexual identities. I take a non-judgemental and compassionate stance with my clients. By attuning to their unique needs, I help clients understand the cause of their suffering and pain and work to help them facilitate change in pursuit of a life that feels authentic, valued, and worth living
(914) 252-3920 View (914) 252-3920
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Counseling For You NYC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CAMSll, TS, DVS, CASAC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
Counseling For You NYC is a group of therapists that have a passion for helping others. They are devoted to helping people through difficulties they are experiencing and are nonjudgemental, supportive and knowledgeable about the issues people face in the world today. Whether you are dealing with trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, or any other issues that cause stress or get in the way of leading a healthy and happy life, there is someone here to help you.
Counseling For You NYC is a group of therapists that have a passion for helping others. They are devoted to helping people through difficulties they are experiencing and are nonjudgemental, supportive and knowledgeable about the issues people face in the world today. Whether you are dealing with trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, or any other issues that cause stress or get in the way of leading a healthy and happy life, there is someone here to help you.
(929) 547-9874 View (929) 547-9874
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Jeanette Lorandini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
Does your child have problems regulating his or her emotions? Do they go from 0-100 in no time and are they prone to frequent behavioral and emotional outbursts? Have you noticed a change in him or her? Are you concerned that your child might be unhappy? I offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , I will sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. I have helped thousands of families to heal. Let me offer you the same hope.
Does your child have problems regulating his or her emotions? Do they go from 0-100 in no time and are they prone to frequent behavioral and emotional outbursts? Have you noticed a change in him or her? Are you concerned that your child might be unhappy? I offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , I will sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. I have helped thousands of families to heal. Let me offer you the same hope.
(646) 939-5210 View (646) 939-5210
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Will Osei
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
My ideal client is a boy or young man, aged 10-25, struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or self-esteem issues. They need a safe space to express themselves, develop coping skills, and build resilience. Their goals include improving mental health, emotional regulation, and self-confidence. Parent coaching is integral to my approach, with parents expected to meet with me once a month to support their child's progress and strengthen family dynamics. Together, we work towards empowering these young men to thrive in all areas of life.
My ideal client is a boy or young man, aged 10-25, struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or self-esteem issues. They need a safe space to express themselves, develop coping skills, and build resilience. Their goals include improving mental health, emotional regulation, and self-confidence. Parent coaching is integral to my approach, with parents expected to meet with me once a month to support their child's progress and strengthen family dynamics. Together, we work towards empowering these young men to thrive in all areas of life.
(929) 202-5048 View (929) 202-5048
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Michelle Geffen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Are you struggling with maladapting to life challenges? Has anxiety and depression tried to control your life? If you answered yes to these questions, with your permission, I would like to journey with you and help you develop your own inner peace and tranquility. Through evidence-based practices including cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing and dialectical behavioral techniques, I will provide you with a safe, trusting and nonjudgmental environment to help you create the life you want to live.
Are you struggling with maladapting to life challenges? Has anxiety and depression tried to control your life? If you answered yes to these questions, with your permission, I would like to journey with you and help you develop your own inner peace and tranquility. Through evidence-based practices including cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing and dialectical behavioral techniques, I will provide you with a safe, trusting and nonjudgmental environment to help you create the life you want to live.
(585) 634-2916 View (585) 634-2916
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Amira Aboras
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
Clinically, Ms. Aboras has extensive experience treating individuals with substance abuse/ addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and LGBTQ issues. Ms. Aboras uses an eclectic approach of evidence-based treatment modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectal behavioral therapy, psychodynamic theory, and interpersonal-based sessions. Through a non-judgmental and empathetic approach.
Clinically, Ms. Aboras has extensive experience treating individuals with substance abuse/ addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and LGBTQ issues. Ms. Aboras uses an eclectic approach of evidence-based treatment modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectal behavioral therapy, psychodynamic theory, and interpersonal-based sessions. Through a non-judgmental and empathetic approach.
(347) 508-7002 View (347) 508-7002
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Deanna Danielian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, SEP, LMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
New York, NY 10019
I strongly believe in the power of human connection and in being present for my clients. In a non-judgemental supportive environment, I can help my clients find their own strength and ability to identify the best way for a more fulfilling life and/or resolve challenging life situations. I believe it is the trusting therapeutic rapport along with my active participation that makes my clients feel safe to evaluate their own quality of life and move forward to a more positive fulfilling place in their lives. My clients include adolescents, families, couples and adult individuals.
I strongly believe in the power of human connection and in being present for my clients. In a non-judgemental supportive environment, I can help my clients find their own strength and ability to identify the best way for a more fulfilling life and/or resolve challenging life situations. I believe it is the trusting therapeutic rapport along with my active participation that makes my clients feel safe to evaluate their own quality of life and move forward to a more positive fulfilling place in their lives. My clients include adolescents, families, couples and adult individuals.
(917) 267-0754 View (917) 267-0754
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Carlos Ortiz Rea
Counselor, LMHC, MSEd, MS, JD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024  (Online Only)
My professional expertise is primarily rooted on establishing a positive rapport with the client. The individual's needs are of paramount importance when trying to establish said connection. I don't believe much in theoretical concepts but rather in how the dynamics are presented between the dyad when processing and dealing with sensitive personal issues, which ultimately may help us to develop a stage of psychological balance and emotional fulfillment.
My professional expertise is primarily rooted on establishing a positive rapport with the client. The individual's needs are of paramount importance when trying to establish said connection. I don't believe much in theoretical concepts but rather in how the dynamics are presented between the dyad when processing and dealing with sensitive personal issues, which ultimately may help us to develop a stage of psychological balance and emotional fulfillment.
(646) 699-3066 View (646) 699-3066
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Zeynep Catay Caliskan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 18 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and children. In psychotherapy, I believe in creating a safe and collaborative environment that can serve as a catalyst for self-understanding and change. Through open self-expression and close listening, I seek to shed light on the multilayered nature of problems and clarify various relational, emotional and thought processes that are involved. Depending on your individual needs the work of psychotherapy may include elements of deepening insight, strengthening coping abilities or implementing life style changes.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 18 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and children. In psychotherapy, I believe in creating a safe and collaborative environment that can serve as a catalyst for self-understanding and change. Through open self-expression and close listening, I seek to shed light on the multilayered nature of problems and clarify various relational, emotional and thought processes that are involved. Depending on your individual needs the work of psychotherapy may include elements of deepening insight, strengthening coping abilities or implementing life style changes.
(929) 552-6786 View (929) 552-6786
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.