Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Bend, OR
Andrea J Tyler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC NCC, LCPC, LMHC, CADCIII, CIEC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97707 (Online Only)
Whether you struggle with Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, disordered eating/eating disorders, co-occurring substance use, depressive or anxiety disorders, we will address the behaviors that interfere with you living the life you want to have.
Do any of these comments sound familiar? “You’re too emotional.” “You’re so dramatic.” “Why can’t you just let it go?” “You’re so sensitive!” Do you struggle to cope without going to extremes? Too many people haven’t been taught how to cope with the struggles of life in healthy, effective ways and instead find any possible way to feel better, as quickly as possible. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in particular can help you learn these vital skills to begin building the life you choose. If you’re tired of being stuck in suffering and emotional pain, I’d like to help you find your way through.
Whether you struggle with Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, disordered eating/eating disorders, co-occurring substance use, depressive or anxiety disorders, we will address the behaviors that interfere with you living the life you want to have.
Do any of these comments sound familiar? “You’re too emotional.” “You’re so dramatic.” “Why can’t you just let it go?” “You’re so sensitive!” Do you struggle to cope without going to extremes? Too many people haven’t been taught how to cope with the struggles of life in healthy, effective ways and instead find any possible way to feel better, as quickly as possible. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in particular can help you learn these vital skills to begin building the life you choose. If you’re tired of being stuck in suffering and emotional pain, I’d like to help you find your way through.
Katelyn Bessette
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADCIII
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702 (Online Only)
Are you navigating the complexities of your relationships and sexuality, whether monogamous, non-monogamous, or exploring kink? I specialize in sex therapy, providing a kink-friendly and non-judgmental space for individuals and couples. My practice is dedicated to supporting you in your unique journey. With extensive experience in working with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, borderline personality disorder, and trauma, I am equipped to help you face and overcome these challenges. I understand that each person's path to healing and growth is unique, and I strive to meet you where you are in your process.
Are you navigating the complexities of your relationships and sexuality, whether monogamous, non-monogamous, or exploring kink? I specialize in sex therapy, providing a kink-friendly and non-judgmental space for individuals and couples. My practice is dedicated to supporting you in your unique journey. With extensive experience in working with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, borderline personality disorder, and trauma, I am equipped to help you face and overcome these challenges. I understand that each person's path to healing and growth is unique, and I strive to meet you where you are in your process.
Many people come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or navigating the challenges of borderline personality disorder. Whether it's emotional turbulence, the deep wounds of trauma, or difficulty with life transitions, I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space to explore, heal, and grow. Anxiety, depression, and nagging intrusive thoughts can cause significant disruptions at home, work, and socially, or they may even be things you manage well enough that others don't know about. We will work to lessen these burdens and improve the quality of your life.
Many people come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or navigating the challenges of borderline personality disorder. Whether it's emotional turbulence, the deep wounds of trauma, or difficulty with life transitions, I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space to explore, heal, and grow. Anxiety, depression, and nagging intrusive thoughts can cause significant disruptions at home, work, and socially, or they may even be things you manage well enough that others don't know about. We will work to lessen these burdens and improve the quality of your life.
Christopher Lee Creaturo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701 (Online Only)
I specialize in techniques of EMDR for trauma, Internal Family Systems for meeting and healing our exiled parts, Mentalization Based Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder, Jungian techniques such as dreamwork, and Attachment-informed strategies to improve relationships.
I look for clients that are serious about change, tired of the dead ends and ready to step into a new life path as their best selves. My practice offers tools for trauma, depression, anxiety, and also works to progress life's bigger picture, and aid the search for direction and purpose that we often feel is missing. This toolset includes EMDR and Internal Family Systems, as well the creation of a healing space to reflect. We can bring about hope to the stuck parts of our worlds, and gain an edge to finally be fully present in our own lives and relationships again. Email is preferred to take the next step and see if we fit!
I specialize in techniques of EMDR for trauma, Internal Family Systems for meeting and healing our exiled parts, Mentalization Based Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder, Jungian techniques such as dreamwork, and Attachment-informed strategies to improve relationships.
I look for clients that are serious about change, tired of the dead ends and ready to step into a new life path as their best selves. My practice offers tools for trauma, depression, anxiety, and also works to progress life's bigger picture, and aid the search for direction and purpose that we often feel is missing. This toolset includes EMDR and Internal Family Systems, as well the creation of a healing space to reflect. We can bring about hope to the stuck parts of our worlds, and gain an edge to finally be fully present in our own lives and relationships again. Email is preferred to take the next step and see if we fit!
As a Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, I specialize in supporting the LGBTQ community, the kink community, and ethically non-monogamous (polyamorous) relationships. My practice is dedicated to addressing intimacy-related issues, including sexual pain and dysfunction, navigating sex with chronic pain and illness, resolving desire discrepancies, and addressing the impact of body image on sexuality. I am also a sex work-affirming therapist, having collaborated with Pineapple Support Society to offer reduced-rate counseling for sex workers. Additionally, I provide family counseling tailored to queer families.
As a Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, I specialize in supporting the LGBTQ community, the kink community, and ethically non-monogamous (polyamorous) relationships. My practice is dedicated to addressing intimacy-related issues, including sexual pain and dysfunction, navigating sex with chronic pain and illness, resolving desire discrepancies, and addressing the impact of body image on sexuality. I am also a sex work-affirming therapist, having collaborated with Pineapple Support Society to offer reduced-rate counseling for sex workers. Additionally, I provide family counseling tailored to queer families.
Centering - identifying that space in the middle, the balance between extremes, both inside and outside of ourselves. Regain balance with support. At Centered Therapy, we have a team of professional counselors ready to assist you with your specific needs. We treat adults with a variety of issues, ranging from trauma and anxiety to relationship issues and life transitions. Our therapists utilize a wide range of empirical and evidence-based practices and techniques to assist you on your path. They create a safe space as a foundation to walk alongside you and encourage your self-empowerment by teaching skills for growth and resilience.
Centering - identifying that space in the middle, the balance between extremes, both inside and outside of ourselves. Regain balance with support. At Centered Therapy, we have a team of professional counselors ready to assist you with your specific needs. We treat adults with a variety of issues, ranging from trauma and anxiety to relationship issues and life transitions. Our therapists utilize a wide range of empirical and evidence-based practices and techniques to assist you on your path. They create a safe space as a foundation to walk alongside you and encourage your self-empowerment by teaching skills for growth and resilience.
As a Counseling Intern, I am passionate about bringing real healing to clients from diverse backgrounds through EMDR and a Gestalt-informed approach. My natural curiosity allows me to embody a non judgmental stance with my clients, practicing acceptance and finding joy in learning. I follow the client’s lead and am an empathic listener, yet I do not refrain from sharing my insights and challenging my clients to explore novel perspectives and take positive action when appropriate. I view myself as my clients’ partner, collaborating to empower, improve wellness, and support them in living wholeheartedly.
As a Counseling Intern, I am passionate about bringing real healing to clients from diverse backgrounds through EMDR and a Gestalt-informed approach. My natural curiosity allows me to embody a non judgmental stance with my clients, practicing acceptance and finding joy in learning. I follow the client’s lead and am an empathic listener, yet I do not refrain from sharing my insights and challenging my clients to explore novel perspectives and take positive action when appropriate. I view myself as my clients’ partner, collaborating to empower, improve wellness, and support them in living wholeheartedly.
Wednesdays Counseling Services
Professional Counselor Associate , LPC-A
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702
I believe that human behaviors, emotions and ideas are interrelated and impact each other continuously in psychologically meaningful ways.
I believe that human behaviors, emotions and ideas are interrelated and impact each other continuously in psychologically meaningful ways.
Angela Arndt Telehealth Provider
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702 (Online Only)
I offer compassionate and non-judgmental therapy to help you make the desired changes in your life. I teach coping skills or work with you to help you understand yourelf better. I help adults (18+) who are struggling with anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, loneliness, feelings of worthlessness, and shame.
I offer compassionate and non-judgmental therapy to help you make the desired changes in your life. I teach coping skills or work with you to help you understand yourelf better. I help adults (18+) who are struggling with anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, loneliness, feelings of worthlessness, and shame.
Every individual experiences difficulty in many areas of their life throughout their time. This could include unwanted thoughts, overwhelming changes, or feelings of anxiety. Whatever it may be, we can work together to explore new and healthy ways to cope with your experiences while focusing on your strengths, values, and needs.
Every individual experiences difficulty in many areas of their life throughout their time. This could include unwanted thoughts, overwhelming changes, or feelings of anxiety. Whatever it may be, we can work together to explore new and healthy ways to cope with your experiences while focusing on your strengths, values, and needs.
24 years experience. Licensed Professional Counselor and Level III Certified Alcohol/Drug Counselor. I am a solution-focused therapist working with clients to find relief for current presenting issues and long-term maintenance of their overall well-being. I have worked as an independent therapist, clinical supervisor, consultant, and treatment program administrator, resulting in treating a wide range of clients and issues. My goal is to provide realistic and practical solutions that have potential for immediate application/results.
24 years experience. Licensed Professional Counselor and Level III Certified Alcohol/Drug Counselor. I am a solution-focused therapist working with clients to find relief for current presenting issues and long-term maintenance of their overall well-being. I have worked as an independent therapist, clinical supervisor, consultant, and treatment program administrator, resulting in treating a wide range of clients and issues. My goal is to provide realistic and practical solutions that have potential for immediate application/results.
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Ian Nathanael Richard
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, EdS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97703
I am currently accepting new clients in person and via telehealth! I specialize in working with couples, LGBTQI+ individuals, and anyone navigating a change in religion or spirituality. In addition, I welcome all people from adolescents to adults who are struggling with mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment, or simply struggles with everyday life. I am excited to work with people of all intersectional identities, including people of all ages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, religious orientations, and ethnicities.
I am currently accepting new clients in person and via telehealth! I specialize in working with couples, LGBTQI+ individuals, and anyone navigating a change in religion or spirituality. In addition, I welcome all people from adolescents to adults who are struggling with mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment, or simply struggles with everyday life. I am excited to work with people of all intersectional identities, including people of all ages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, religious orientations, and ethnicities.
When working with clients I work from a holistic person centered approach to support the individual needs of clients and help them achieve meaningful growth and change in their lives. I work from somatic and expressive arts trauma informed and mindfulness based intervention methods; geared to support clients in processing and overcoming life traumas, such as sexual abuse; anxiety; depression; postpartum depression; infant mental health; pain management, emotional eating; grief/loss; emotional dysregulation; child/parent interactions. My role is to assist clients in their healing so that they may reclaim their lives.
When working with clients I work from a holistic person centered approach to support the individual needs of clients and help them achieve meaningful growth and change in their lives. I work from somatic and expressive arts trauma informed and mindfulness based intervention methods; geared to support clients in processing and overcoming life traumas, such as sexual abuse; anxiety; depression; postpartum depression; infant mental health; pain management, emotional eating; grief/loss; emotional dysregulation; child/parent interactions. My role is to assist clients in their healing so that they may reclaim their lives.
I offer Telehealth and in person counseling sessions. I have 25 years of mental health and addiction experience working with children, teenagers, couples, adults, and families. I use a Family Systems approach to treatment including a variety of modalities with special focus on teaching the art of mindfulness called dialectical behavioral therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. I have successfully helped clients to resolve serious life problems, return to optimal functioning, meet personal and career goals, improve many intimate relationships, and to help persons to build new life skills necessary for self improvement.
I offer Telehealth and in person counseling sessions. I have 25 years of mental health and addiction experience working with children, teenagers, couples, adults, and families. I use a Family Systems approach to treatment including a variety of modalities with special focus on teaching the art of mindfulness called dialectical behavioral therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. I have successfully helped clients to resolve serious life problems, return to optimal functioning, meet personal and career goals, improve many intimate relationships, and to help persons to build new life skills necessary for self improvement.
Bend Thoughts & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, M-Coun, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702
Waitlist for new clients
Anxiety can leave us feeling stuck, but there is hope. Do you wake up feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what next steps in life look like and how to move forward? If you feel stuck in the same patterns, symptoms of burnout, stress, overwhelm and trauma in day to day life, I can help guide you to unpack challenges and stuck points to begin working towards a life of fulfillment. Check out my website for more info! bendthoughtsandtherapy.squarespace.com
Anxiety can leave us feeling stuck, but there is hope. Do you wake up feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what next steps in life look like and how to move forward? If you feel stuck in the same patterns, symptoms of burnout, stress, overwhelm and trauma in day to day life, I can help guide you to unpack challenges and stuck points to begin working towards a life of fulfillment. Check out my website for more info! bendthoughtsandtherapy.squarespace.com
Thrive Mental Health
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LPC-I, RYT
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97703
We are a team of practitioners who specialize in therapy, counseling and mental healthcare for children, teens, adults, families and couples who are ready to heal and thrive now.
We are a team of practitioners who specialize in therapy, counseling and mental healthcare for children, teens, adults, families and couples who are ready to heal and thrive now.
I understand that beginning therapy can be overwhelming and I take pride on my unique ability to connect and build a therapeutic relationship with my clients. I believe that finding the “right fit” of therapists is one of the most important factors in the therapeutic process. I specialize in working with teenagers, and young- middle aged adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, navigate life transitions, low self-esteem/self worth, impulsivity, rebellious/defiant behaviors, poor family relationships, self harm, social challenges and/or negative peer relationships.
I understand that beginning therapy can be overwhelming and I take pride on my unique ability to connect and build a therapeutic relationship with my clients. I believe that finding the “right fit” of therapists is one of the most important factors in the therapeutic process. I specialize in working with teenagers, and young- middle aged adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, navigate life transitions, low self-esteem/self worth, impulsivity, rebellious/defiant behaviors, poor family relationships, self harm, social challenges and/or negative peer relationships.
*** WE HAVE NEW CLIENT OPENINGS! CURRENT AVAILABILITY FOR CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, AND ADULTS.*** We believe that with the right information and tools, each of us has the capacity to improve the way we feel and our overall quality of life. Our goal is to create a welcoming and open clinical space where you feel comfortable, safe, supported, and empowered..
*** WE HAVE NEW CLIENT OPENINGS! CURRENT AVAILABILITY FOR CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, AND ADULTS.*** We believe that with the right information and tools, each of us has the capacity to improve the way we feel and our overall quality of life. Our goal is to create a welcoming and open clinical space where you feel comfortable, safe, supported, and empowered..
Currently accepting new clients. Office hours M-Thur 830am-3pm Fridays 830-1 pm As a Therapist I provide a safe, non judgmental, and compassionate environment for my clients to explore their own lives. My ideal client would come to therapy open, ready, and willing to engage in the therapeutic process. I believe that we are constantly creating and bettering ourselves and have the ability to overcome even life's hardest obstacles. We all have the ability to grow and heal and are capable of taking control of our own lives.
Currently accepting new clients. Office hours M-Thur 830am-3pm Fridays 830-1 pm As a Therapist I provide a safe, non judgmental, and compassionate environment for my clients to explore their own lives. My ideal client would come to therapy open, ready, and willing to engage in the therapeutic process. I believe that we are constantly creating and bettering ourselves and have the ability to overcome even life's hardest obstacles. We all have the ability to grow and heal and are capable of taking control of our own lives.
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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.