Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Victoria, TX
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Cameo Mead
Licensed Professional Counselor, DCMFT, LPC, EMDR C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, TX 77905
I approach counseling with a biological, psychological, sociological, holistically, and Christian viewpoint in order to help couples, families, and individuals reach goals. I have worked with a wide range of people that struggle with personal and family issues. I specialise in Trauma/Abuse using the EMDR Therapy modality. I am working on my Doctoral Degree as a Family and Marriage Therapist. I have an extensive approach to the family system and focus on empowering people to manage and conquer dysfunctional behaviors.
I approach counseling with a biological, psychological, sociological, holistically, and Christian viewpoint in order to help couples, families, and individuals reach goals. I have worked with a wide range of people that struggle with personal and family issues. I specialise in Trauma/Abuse using the EMDR Therapy modality. I am working on my Doctoral Degree as a Family and Marriage Therapist. I have an extensive approach to the family system and focus on empowering people to manage and conquer dysfunctional behaviors.
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My life experiences have enabled me to become the compassionate, empathetic and non- judgmental therapist that I strive to be. I am a true believer in the Holistic approach to counseling. I believe wellness comes from treating the whole person: physical, mental , spiritual and emotional health. A healthy diet, exercise, rest, and medical check-ups are vital to staying mentally and physically healthy. I’m an LPC and RPT. I work with all populations: individual, couples, families n children. I provide a safe space to work collaboratively with my clients and together we can work on your goals. I’m bilingual fluent in Spanish.
My life experiences have enabled me to become the compassionate, empathetic and non- judgmental therapist that I strive to be. I am a true believer in the Holistic approach to counseling. I believe wellness comes from treating the whole person: physical, mental , spiritual and emotional health. A healthy diet, exercise, rest, and medical check-ups are vital to staying mentally and physically healthy. I’m an LPC and RPT. I work with all populations: individual, couples, families n children. I provide a safe space to work collaboratively with my clients and together we can work on your goals. I’m bilingual fluent in Spanish.
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Auravia Holistic Therapy, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, TX 77901
Challenges are a common occurrence in our day-to-day lives, more times than not, they seem overwhelming and discouraging but, navigating through them is possible and attainable. At Auravia Holistic Therapy, we believe when each person is viewed, treated, and nurtured as an entire entity they are able to heal, thrive, and live a more fulfilling life. We aim to provide a guiding light on your path to healing, change and wellness. Our hope is that positive energy, thoughts and actions combined with our holistic and therapeutic techniques will promote mental wellness and wholeness.
Challenges are a common occurrence in our day-to-day lives, more times than not, they seem overwhelming and discouraging but, navigating through them is possible and attainable. At Auravia Holistic Therapy, we believe when each person is viewed, treated, and nurtured as an entire entity they are able to heal, thrive, and live a more fulfilling life. We aim to provide a guiding light on your path to healing, change and wellness. Our hope is that positive energy, thoughts and actions combined with our holistic and therapeutic techniques will promote mental wellness and wholeness.
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Barbara H Bohman LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Victoria, TX 77904
Online Therapists
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I specialize in treating infidelity, post-infidelity stress, trauma, complex PTSD, PTSD, mood disorders, emotion dysregulation, borderline personality disorder, anger issues, lack of assertiveness, family dysfunction, anxiety, faith-based issues, marital sex-based issues, substance use, sex abuse, stress, domestic violence, etc.
I truly believe that while you may come in broken, by faith, you can leave healed! I approach therapy in a collaborative manner with my clients. To effectively collaborate, I have a "no walking on eggshells" policy in our therapeutic space. Hold on, Faith! What does a “no walking on eggshells” policy mean? This policy empowers my clients to present what they may think are the “icky” parts of themselves without fear of being unrighteously judged in therapy. I will work to earn your trust so have faith in me, yourself, and the process as part of your healing journey.
I specialize in treating infidelity, post-infidelity stress, trauma, complex PTSD, PTSD, mood disorders, emotion dysregulation, borderline personality disorder, anger issues, lack of assertiveness, family dysfunction, anxiety, faith-based issues, marital sex-based issues, substance use, sex abuse, stress, domestic violence, etc.
I truly believe that while you may come in broken, by faith, you can leave healed! I approach therapy in a collaborative manner with my clients. To effectively collaborate, I have a "no walking on eggshells" policy in our therapeutic space. Hold on, Faith! What does a “no walking on eggshells” policy mean? This policy empowers my clients to present what they may think are the “icky” parts of themselves without fear of being unrighteously judged in therapy. I will work to earn your trust so have faith in me, yourself, and the process as part of your healing journey.
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Alissa Sladek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, TX 78374 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Alissa and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in the mental health field since 2012. I work with adults 18 and over on many different mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, BPD, Bipolar, Adjustment Disorder, relationship issues, work issues, and family stress, among other things. I use CBT, DBT, and Strength-based approaches to help individuals achieve the life they want and enjoy using different approaches with therapy as I know everyone is an individual and has individual needs.
Welcome! My name is Alissa and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in the mental health field since 2012. I work with adults 18 and over on many different mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, BPD, Bipolar, Adjustment Disorder, relationship issues, work issues, and family stress, among other things. I use CBT, DBT, and Strength-based approaches to help individuals achieve the life they want and enjoy using different approaches with therapy as I know everyone is an individual and has individual needs.
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Angele Devezin
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Schertz, TX 78108 (Online Only)
Have you had an experience that was traumatic, or a history of early childhood trauma that has a grip on you, limiting the joy and love you want in your life? Childhood traumas can result in severe physical and emotional trauma to a survivor and their loved ones. Whether it happened two weeks or two decades ago, sexual trauma can cause sexual, intimacy and relationship issues, symptoms of PTSD or borderline personality disorder, suicidal ideations, problems with memory, etc... Seeking help is a courageous step in transcending harm and regaining power and control over your body and life.
Have you had an experience that was traumatic, or a history of early childhood trauma that has a grip on you, limiting the joy and love you want in your life? Childhood traumas can result in severe physical and emotional trauma to a survivor and their loved ones. Whether it happened two weeks or two decades ago, sexual trauma can cause sexual, intimacy and relationship issues, symptoms of PTSD or borderline personality disorder, suicidal ideations, problems with memory, etc... Seeking help is a courageous step in transcending harm and regaining power and control over your body and life.
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Rebecca Gonzales
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
Cheers, I am currently an LPC-Associate under the supervision of Bonnie Lilly, LPCS. I serve clients 5 yrs. of age to adult. I am presently helping clients who deal with sever anxiety, depression, ADHD, low-self esteem, suicidal ideations, and borderline personality disorder. I see clients from a variety of cultures, including but not limited to Sex, Religion, Race, and Sexual Identity. These ideas individuals hold should be acknowledged and integrated as part of their counseling process. I work with my clients to meet them where they, and cultivate and environment of trust, congruency, and unconditional positive acceptance.
Cheers, I am currently an LPC-Associate under the supervision of Bonnie Lilly, LPCS. I serve clients 5 yrs. of age to adult. I am presently helping clients who deal with sever anxiety, depression, ADHD, low-self esteem, suicidal ideations, and borderline personality disorder. I see clients from a variety of cultures, including but not limited to Sex, Religion, Race, and Sexual Identity. These ideas individuals hold should be acknowledged and integrated as part of their counseling process. I work with my clients to meet them where they, and cultivate and environment of trust, congruency, and unconditional positive acceptance.
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I have specialized training working with children, teens, and adults who experience a variety of life’s issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship complications, domestic violence, trauma/grief, and borderline personality disorder.
Through my education and experience, I have learned that people are truly doing the best they can at all times. Life can be so difficult, and we as humans are tasked with the complex job of navigating those difficulties. I utilize a multi-dimensional, trauma-informed, and attachment-based approach to help clients understand themselves, others, and their place in the world. However, when working with anyone, my goal is to give you tools, skills, and support to help you navigate the world outside of therapy. You deserve to feel safe, seen, heard, and understood.
I have specialized training working with children, teens, and adults who experience a variety of life’s issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship complications, domestic violence, trauma/grief, and borderline personality disorder.
Through my education and experience, I have learned that people are truly doing the best they can at all times. Life can be so difficult, and we as humans are tasked with the complex job of navigating those difficulties. I utilize a multi-dimensional, trauma-informed, and attachment-based approach to help clients understand themselves, others, and their place in the world. However, when working with anyone, my goal is to give you tools, skills, and support to help you navigate the world outside of therapy. You deserve to feel safe, seen, heard, and understood.
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I work with persons who have trauma histories, chronic depression and anxiety, social isolation, borderline personality and narcissistic personality.
If life has left you feeling lonely, adrift, confused, or disappointed, I can help. I'm here to help you discover the ways your family and early environment impact who you are today, and take actions steps to feel better and change your life. Whatever challenges you have faced or are facing now, we can work through them together. LGBTQIA+ knowledgeable and affirming. Knowledgeable about the therapeutic use of psychedelics.
I work with persons who have trauma histories, chronic depression and anxiety, social isolation, borderline personality and narcissistic personality.
If life has left you feeling lonely, adrift, confused, or disappointed, I can help. I'm here to help you discover the ways your family and early environment impact who you are today, and take actions steps to feel better and change your life. Whatever challenges you have faced or are facing now, we can work through them together. LGBTQIA+ knowledgeable and affirming. Knowledgeable about the therapeutic use of psychedelics.
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Sara Letizia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Katy, TX 77494
Do you feel disconnected from your true self? Do you yearn to feel like YOU again but have no idea where to start? The good news is, it is possible to reconnect to your truest self. You deserve to feel the joy you once felt. I can help you do this. I have worked in various settings within the I have worked in various settings within the helping field since 2012. I have worked in a psychological research lab, clinical neuropsychology practice, dual diagnosis treatment centers, a behavioral health hospital and private practice. Additionally, I studied various spiritual practices relative to healing trauma.
Do you feel disconnected from your true self? Do you yearn to feel like YOU again but have no idea where to start? The good news is, it is possible to reconnect to your truest self. You deserve to feel the joy you once felt. I can help you do this. I have worked in various settings within the I have worked in various settings within the helping field since 2012. I have worked in a psychological research lab, clinical neuropsychology practice, dual diagnosis treatment centers, a behavioral health hospital and private practice. Additionally, I studied various spiritual practices relative to healing trauma.
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Amy Mikulski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Floresville, TX 78114 (Online Only)
Life can be overwhelming at times. Let's figure this out together with kindness and care. I am an anti-diet, intersectional, and trauma-informed social worker that uses an eclectic approach to support your goals, challenge unhelpful patterns, and empower you to be your own therapist and biggest support. I will commit to your experience and my own deconstruction in our work together. I have experience working with children in foster care, families, and individuals from age 2 to 82. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, OCD and anxiety disorders, and grief. Grateful to be part of your growth journey!
Life can be overwhelming at times. Let's figure this out together with kindness and care. I am an anti-diet, intersectional, and trauma-informed social worker that uses an eclectic approach to support your goals, challenge unhelpful patterns, and empower you to be your own therapist and biggest support. I will commit to your experience and my own deconstruction in our work together. I have experience working with children in foster care, families, and individuals from age 2 to 82. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, OCD and anxiety disorders, and grief. Grateful to be part of your growth journey!
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I am non-judgmental experienced Licensed psychologist who has over 14 years of experience in the mental health field. My mission in life is to help people on their journey and to help them to overcome any trauma, set back or challenges that they have. My therapeutic style is warm, empathic, and down-to-earth and I believe in creating a safe space for everyone. I have a background in academia as a professor teaching in both Europe and the USA. I have published various scientific papers within the area of psychology and presented research worldwide. The client populations I work with are children, adolescents, adults and couples.
I am non-judgmental experienced Licensed psychologist who has over 14 years of experience in the mental health field. My mission in life is to help people on their journey and to help them to overcome any trauma, set back or challenges that they have. My therapeutic style is warm, empathic, and down-to-earth and I believe in creating a safe space for everyone. I have a background in academia as a professor teaching in both Europe and the USA. I have published various scientific papers within the area of psychology and presented research worldwide. The client populations I work with are children, adolescents, adults and couples.
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I'm about love, self-compassion, radical acceptance, embracing failure, trusting your innate wisdom and starting over. I fundamentally believe in every person's ability to recover from trauma, addiction and life, in general. Experience has taught me that no one is really avoiding anything. When people accuse you of not dealing with something, what they are really saying is you aren't dealing with it the way they want you to. From my perspective, if you wake up every morning and breathe in and out all day long, you're dealing with your stuff. A tiny bit of intention is all it takes to begin healing.
I'm about love, self-compassion, radical acceptance, embracing failure, trusting your innate wisdom and starting over. I fundamentally believe in every person's ability to recover from trauma, addiction and life, in general. Experience has taught me that no one is really avoiding anything. When people accuse you of not dealing with something, what they are really saying is you aren't dealing with it the way they want you to. From my perspective, if you wake up every morning and breathe in and out all day long, you're dealing with your stuff. A tiny bit of intention is all it takes to begin healing.
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Welcome! I believe therapy can allow for individuals to experience healing and self-growth. It is an investment in one’s overall well-being. Therapy can help one identify their strengths and areas of growth in order to promote a more fulfilling life. I work to establish a valuable and meaningful relationship with my clients that is open, warm, and supportive. The therapeutic relationship is a partnership that will be built on trust and respect.
Welcome! I believe therapy can allow for individuals to experience healing and self-growth. It is an investment in one’s overall well-being. Therapy can help one identify their strengths and areas of growth in order to promote a more fulfilling life. I work to establish a valuable and meaningful relationship with my clients that is open, warm, and supportive. The therapeutic relationship is a partnership that will be built on trust and respect.
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I am deeply convinced that we all suffer from the same human condition. We all have an internal voice that is at times worried, critical, and even hopeless. My therapeutic approach involves acknowledging and working with these parts of ourselves, rather than silencing or eliminating them. I specialize in treating professionals (e.g., individuals in medicine, law, tech), and I have comfort working with anxiety, depression, PTSD and general life stress. I also have extensive experience working with racial and sexual minorities. I help people learn to sit with their feelings, develop self-compassion, and build healthy habits.
I am deeply convinced that we all suffer from the same human condition. We all have an internal voice that is at times worried, critical, and even hopeless. My therapeutic approach involves acknowledging and working with these parts of ourselves, rather than silencing or eliminating them. I specialize in treating professionals (e.g., individuals in medicine, law, tech), and I have comfort working with anxiety, depression, PTSD and general life stress. I also have extensive experience working with racial and sexual minorities. I help people learn to sit with their feelings, develop self-compassion, and build healthy habits.
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Sarra Mudd
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Being a teenager is hard. There is an immense amount of pressure for them to fit in, be academically successful, navigate social relationships, and become comfortable with their uniqueness. At this stage in their development, it is common for adolescents to become overwhelmed, irritable, and worried about being ENOUGH. You may notice that your child overthinks, ruminates on their worries, and compares themselves to others. You may also have noticed physical symptoms such as stomachaches, headaches, and trouble sleeping. Ultimately, teens desire to feel accepted for who they are – even on their worst days.
Being a teenager is hard. There is an immense amount of pressure for them to fit in, be academically successful, navigate social relationships, and become comfortable with their uniqueness. At this stage in their development, it is common for adolescents to become overwhelmed, irritable, and worried about being ENOUGH. You may notice that your child overthinks, ruminates on their worries, and compares themselves to others. You may also have noticed physical symptoms such as stomachaches, headaches, and trouble sleeping. Ultimately, teens desire to feel accepted for who they are – even on their worst days.
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Dr. Ashley Cuevas
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
New Braunfels, TX 78130 (Online Only)
Are you uncertain of where or how to begin restoring your mental and emotional health? Are you feeling lost coping with a current or previous life hardship or transition? Perhaps you're experiencing anxiety or depression in some form and you are in need of an active listener to aide with your day-to-day struggles? Transitions and change often offer a unique opportunity for growth and evolving. Allow me to help facilitate this process with you! You can expect to discuss and express your feelings, uncover and focus on your strengths, challenge and work through your thoughts, and develop a plan towards a healthier version of yourself.
Are you uncertain of where or how to begin restoring your mental and emotional health? Are you feeling lost coping with a current or previous life hardship or transition? Perhaps you're experiencing anxiety or depression in some form and you are in need of an active listener to aide with your day-to-day struggles? Transitions and change often offer a unique opportunity for growth and evolving. Allow me to help facilitate this process with you! You can expect to discuss and express your feelings, uncover and focus on your strengths, challenge and work through your thoughts, and develop a plan towards a healthier version of yourself.
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Andrea Chapa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Feeling like you're drowning in a sea of expectations? Caught between who you are and who everyone expects you to be? If you are struggling with the weight of anxiety, battling the isolation of depression, or feeling voiceless in a world that seems too loud, I'm here for you. You might be thinking no one 'gets it' or wondering if it's just you. It's not just you, and I'm here to listen, understand, and help you navigate through those tangled emotions.
Feeling like you're drowning in a sea of expectations? Caught between who you are and who everyone expects you to be? If you are struggling with the weight of anxiety, battling the isolation of depression, or feeling voiceless in a world that seems too loud, I'm here for you. You might be thinking no one 'gets it' or wondering if it's just you. It's not just you, and I'm here to listen, understand, and help you navigate through those tangled emotions.
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In my practice, my ideal client is an individual who recognizes the importance of prioritizing their mental and emotional well-being. They may be navigating challenges such as anxiety, stress, or relationship issues and are seeking a supportive and empathetic space to explore and understand their feelings. My ideal client values personal growth and is motivated to cultivate a deeper understanding of themselves, their patterns, and their relationships. They are open to the therapeutic process, aspiring to enhance self-awareness, build resilience, and develop coping strategies for life's complexities.
In my practice, my ideal client is an individual who recognizes the importance of prioritizing their mental and emotional well-being. They may be navigating challenges such as anxiety, stress, or relationship issues and are seeking a supportive and empathetic space to explore and understand their feelings. My ideal client values personal growth and is motivated to cultivate a deeper understanding of themselves, their patterns, and their relationships. They are open to the therapeutic process, aspiring to enhance self-awareness, build resilience, and develop coping strategies for life's complexities.
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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.