Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in North Hollywood, CA
Kathleen B De Luca
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Hollywood, CA 91601 (Online Only)
My specialty is working with individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder utilizing DBT.
Life can sometimes feel unsafe, out of control, and desperate. We find ourselves overwhelmed by life transitions, stress, anxiety, or depression. Perhaps you’re struggling to find stability in most areas of life, particularly relationships, feeling trapped on the emotional rollercoaster and out of control of your responses in times of distress. These seasons leave us feeling isolated, hopeless, and not knowing where to turn. Everyone deserves a safe therapeutic space and a chance to build a life worth living. Allow me to help! I provide a warm, non-judgmental and collaborative space to heal, grow, and overcome these life challenges.
My specialty is working with individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder utilizing DBT.
Life can sometimes feel unsafe, out of control, and desperate. We find ourselves overwhelmed by life transitions, stress, anxiety, or depression. Perhaps you’re struggling to find stability in most areas of life, particularly relationships, feeling trapped on the emotional rollercoaster and out of control of your responses in times of distress. These seasons leave us feeling isolated, hopeless, and not knowing where to turn. Everyone deserves a safe therapeutic space and a chance to build a life worth living. Allow me to help! I provide a warm, non-judgmental and collaborative space to heal, grow, and overcome these life challenges.
Minoo Taraz Amini
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
North Hollywood, CA 91601
Facing life challenges can be difficult and overly stressful at times. These difficulties can affect all aspects of one's life causing emotional, social, vocational and relational problems. Day to day functioning may also be impacted resulting in more stress and struggles. Suffering from emotional distress and mental anguish can be just as painful as any physical ailment.
Facing life challenges can be difficult and overly stressful at times. These difficulties can affect all aspects of one's life causing emotional, social, vocational and relational problems. Day to day functioning may also be impacted resulting in more stress and struggles. Suffering from emotional distress and mental anguish can be just as painful as any physical ailment.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA, 53160), an Educator with a School Psychologist and a Clear Administrative Credential, and a Lawyer preparing to take the BAR soon. Additionally, I specialize in court-involved therapy and have written a curriculum for co-parenting and parallel parenting education. My approach to counseling is multidisciplinary, integrative, culture-centered, and evidence-based. I prioritize your perspective and unique experiences over a single theoretical approach to counseling. Research shows that such approaches are only valuable when adapted and personalized to fit one’s life experiences.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA, 53160), an Educator with a School Psychologist and a Clear Administrative Credential, and a Lawyer preparing to take the BAR soon. Additionally, I specialize in court-involved therapy and have written a curriculum for co-parenting and parallel parenting education. My approach to counseling is multidisciplinary, integrative, culture-centered, and evidence-based. I prioritize your perspective and unique experiences over a single theoretical approach to counseling. Research shows that such approaches are only valuable when adapted and personalized to fit one’s life experiences.
I am licensed in California with over 30 years of professional mental health work experience, 20 of those as a licensed clinician. I have experience helping clients cope with addictions, family/relationship conflict, coping grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I also support others with the change of life and existential questioning. Sometimes the first steps are challenging, but I will provide a safe space for you to begin that journey. My approaches vary. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to the therapeutic process, especially when we all come from diverse backgrounds.
I am licensed in California with over 30 years of professional mental health work experience, 20 of those as a licensed clinician. I have experience helping clients cope with addictions, family/relationship conflict, coping grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I also support others with the change of life and existential questioning. Sometimes the first steps are challenging, but I will provide a safe space for you to begin that journey. My approaches vary. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to the therapeutic process, especially when we all come from diverse backgrounds.
Zach B Melmet
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Hollywood, CA 91601 (Online Only)
I work with a wide range of issues, including improving inter-personal relationships, working through relational trauma, ADD, Alternative Lifestyles, Anxiety, and Substance Use. I empower my clients to become more confident, achieve the goals they set for themselves, and to better communicate with the people around them. I aid my clients in gaining a better understanding of themselves and help them explore how to solve problems while staying aligned with their core values.
I work with a wide range of issues, including improving inter-personal relationships, working through relational trauma, ADD, Alternative Lifestyles, Anxiety, and Substance Use. I empower my clients to become more confident, achieve the goals they set for themselves, and to better communicate with the people around them. I aid my clients in gaining a better understanding of themselves and help them explore how to solve problems while staying aligned with their core values.
Chad Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Hollywood, CA 91601
Chad Nelson, LMFT I am trained in providing Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, and play therapy. I have experience providing school-based therapy, working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I focus on solution-focused and meet clients where they are at by setting realistic goals.
Chad Nelson, LMFT I am trained in providing Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, and play therapy. I have experience providing school-based therapy, working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I focus on solution-focused and meet clients where they are at by setting realistic goals.
I have been a Marriage and Family Therapist for the last 13 years working passionately and sportingly with a variety of clients. I have also spent 10 years prior working in different facets of the mental health system such as schools, hospitals, and group homes. Supporting clients to achieve their goals heal and grow is my core goal. I have worked with a wide variety of clients both Spanish and English speaking. I've worked with clients from the ages of 6 years old to 60 years old on a variety of conditions including anxiety, autism, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
I have been a Marriage and Family Therapist for the last 13 years working passionately and sportingly with a variety of clients. I have also spent 10 years prior working in different facets of the mental health system such as schools, hospitals, and group homes. Supporting clients to achieve their goals heal and grow is my core goal. I have worked with a wide variety of clients both Spanish and English speaking. I've worked with clients from the ages of 6 years old to 60 years old on a variety of conditions including anxiety, autism, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
Rachel Bar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Hollywood, CA 91607 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy is about exploring transitions and losses. A loss of a relationship, a job, a lifestyle, a home, a friendship, or the loss of a dream or expectation. We dismiss some losses, not realizing their impact on our day to day life. We may suffer from anxiety or depression without understanding why they are present. Other losses, however, can be so traumatic that we lose our ability to heal from them. Moreover, we find ourselves repeating the same mistakes, not being able to transform ourselves and change our behavior, even when we realize that our reactions are unhelpful and self-destructive. We wonder whether life will be better.
Therapy is about exploring transitions and losses. A loss of a relationship, a job, a lifestyle, a home, a friendship, or the loss of a dream or expectation. We dismiss some losses, not realizing their impact on our day to day life. We may suffer from anxiety or depression without understanding why they are present. Other losses, however, can be so traumatic that we lose our ability to heal from them. Moreover, we find ourselves repeating the same mistakes, not being able to transform ourselves and change our behavior, even when we realize that our reactions are unhelpful and self-destructive. We wonder whether life will be better.
My name is Drew Caldwell and I have a clinical background in treating high acuity mental health disorders that include anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance, mood, and personality disorders. I have extensive experience working in foster care agencies and community outpatient clinics. My therapeutic approach is rooted in a humanistic perspective utilizing cognitive and dialectical behavior modalities with an emphasis on mindfulness-based stress reduction and holistic nutrition. I am eager to work with clients who are self-aware and are in need of a therapeutic connection.
My name is Drew Caldwell and I have a clinical background in treating high acuity mental health disorders that include anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance, mood, and personality disorders. I have extensive experience working in foster care agencies and community outpatient clinics. My therapeutic approach is rooted in a humanistic perspective utilizing cognitive and dialectical behavior modalities with an emphasis on mindfulness-based stress reduction and holistic nutrition. I am eager to work with clients who are self-aware and are in need of a therapeutic connection.
Brian Shiers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CMF, CMT-P
Verified Verified
North Hollywood, CA 91602
Some people find their minds weighted down with overthinking, replaying difficult conversations, worrying, and trapped in self-judgment and criticism. They're often finding fault in others, and can find it difficult to feel connected and at home in relationships, feeling alone even when next to someone they know. Friendships and marriages suffer, and families can drift apart. Efforts to try to fix things don't work, and they're left feeling helpless, not knowing which direction to go, hiding their true emotions from the people in their lives.
Some people find their minds weighted down with overthinking, replaying difficult conversations, worrying, and trapped in self-judgment and criticism. They're often finding fault in others, and can find it difficult to feel connected and at home in relationships, feeling alone even when next to someone they know. Friendships and marriages suffer, and families can drift apart. Efforts to try to fix things don't work, and they're left feeling helpless, not knowing which direction to go, hiding their true emotions from the people in their lives.
Hello. My name is Sandy Alvarez. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of their relationships and emotional well-being. With passion for fostering healthy connections, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to my practice. My therapeutic approach is grounded in the principles of client-centered therapy. This means that I prioritize your unique experiences, values, and goals. I work collaboratively with you, tailoring my interventions to meet your specific needs.
Hello. My name is Sandy Alvarez. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of their relationships and emotional well-being. With passion for fostering healthy connections, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to my practice. My therapeutic approach is grounded in the principles of client-centered therapy. This means that I prioritize your unique experiences, values, and goals. I work collaboratively with you, tailoring my interventions to meet your specific needs.
I am Ana Zalles, LMFT 137168. I am a multi-dynamic and integrative therapist. I have a background in Trauma, CBT, DBT and multiple other EBP approaches to range ages 3-65+ . I enjoy expanding my treatment expertise and currently training on EMDR and Psychedelic Assisted Treatment. I feel comfortable with clients from all ages and cultural back grounds. I have an extensive training and treatment focus with survivors of trauma, anxiety and depression.
I am Ana Zalles, LMFT 137168. I am a multi-dynamic and integrative therapist. I have a background in Trauma, CBT, DBT and multiple other EBP approaches to range ages 3-65+ . I enjoy expanding my treatment expertise and currently training on EMDR and Psychedelic Assisted Treatment. I feel comfortable with clients from all ages and cultural back grounds. I have an extensive training and treatment focus with survivors of trauma, anxiety and depression.
Casey Penn
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Hollywood, CA 91601
I am a depth psychotherapist who works with kids, adults, and couples. My practice is inclusive and welcoming to all individuals and couples, with respect for all orientations, relationship styles, and cultural backgrounds. I have specific interest in treating ADHD, anxiety, anger and rage, depression, dissociative adaptations, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, mood and personality disturbances, childhood trauma, psychosomatic complaints, sexual challenges, and concerns related to substance use and video games.
I am a depth psychotherapist who works with kids, adults, and couples. My practice is inclusive and welcoming to all individuals and couples, with respect for all orientations, relationship styles, and cultural backgrounds. I have specific interest in treating ADHD, anxiety, anger and rage, depression, dissociative adaptations, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, mood and personality disturbances, childhood trauma, psychosomatic complaints, sexual challenges, and concerns related to substance use and video games.
Arielle Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Hollywood, CA 91607
Do you feel sad, overwhelmed, or anxious? Do you wonder how therapy could help you achieve your goals and meet your needs? You are unique, and I would love to learn your story and journey that brought you here. Clients like you find me to be relatable, warm, and compassionate. As a therapist, I create a space where you can open up without judgment. I can help you look at things in new and different ways using a variety of practices and techniques, following a one size does NOT fit all approach.
Do you feel sad, overwhelmed, or anxious? Do you wonder how therapy could help you achieve your goals and meet your needs? You are unique, and I would love to learn your story and journey that brought you here. Clients like you find me to be relatable, warm, and compassionate. As a therapist, I create a space where you can open up without judgment. I can help you look at things in new and different ways using a variety of practices and techniques, following a one size does NOT fit all approach.
Emma Schneider
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, CADCIII
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Hollywood, CA 91601
At the core of my practice lies a deep belief in the power of authentic connection and the transformative impact of therapy. Having personally experienced the benefits of therapy, I’m dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing space where clients can explore their inner worlds with honesty, compassion, and curiosity. For me, therapy is not a one-size-fits-all solution- it's a collaborative and creative process where we work together to cultivate a life that is in alignment with what matters most to you.
At the core of my practice lies a deep belief in the power of authentic connection and the transformative impact of therapy. Having personally experienced the benefits of therapy, I’m dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing space where clients can explore their inner worlds with honesty, compassion, and curiosity. For me, therapy is not a one-size-fits-all solution- it's a collaborative and creative process where we work together to cultivate a life that is in alignment with what matters most to you.
My name is Curran Commerford Psy.D. and I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California (PSY33834). Change is a constant experience of life. Whether we seek change or change finds us, challenges arise as we strive to better ourselves through understanding. This is part of the human journey. As a psychologist, it is my goal to bring understanding, meaning, and skills to those who work with me. I believe that genuineness, compassion, and respect are imperative in all aspects of clinical work. My specialties are treating anxiety, trauma, chronic pain/health issues, interpersonal relationships, aging, depression, and life changes
My name is Curran Commerford Psy.D. and I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California (PSY33834). Change is a constant experience of life. Whether we seek change or change finds us, challenges arise as we strive to better ourselves through understanding. This is part of the human journey. As a psychologist, it is my goal to bring understanding, meaning, and skills to those who work with me. I believe that genuineness, compassion, and respect are imperative in all aspects of clinical work. My specialties are treating anxiety, trauma, chronic pain/health issues, interpersonal relationships, aging, depression, and life changes
Hello, my name is Hanh Perez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is committed to creating a strong therapeutic alliance with all my clients to supporting them in their journey towards self-discovery, healing, and growth. My approach to therapy is to always stay curious with an open mind and an empathetic heart to connect and relate to your experience. The client I typically work with is adults. I have experience in the realms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, intimate partner violence, and the search for meaning in life.
Hello, my name is Hanh Perez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is committed to creating a strong therapeutic alliance with all my clients to supporting them in their journey towards self-discovery, healing, and growth. My approach to therapy is to always stay curious with an open mind and an empathetic heart to connect and relate to your experience. The client I typically work with is adults. I have experience in the realms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, intimate partner violence, and the search for meaning in life.
Margarita Garcia, Psy.D. a licensed psychologist. I have experience working with children and adults. I aim to provide a client-centered, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment. I tailor therapy to the unique needs of each client, based on the problem, goals, and the individual's expectations and motivations. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and individualized, integrating components from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Trauma Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused therapy.
Margarita Garcia, Psy.D. a licensed psychologist. I have experience working with children and adults. I aim to provide a client-centered, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment. I tailor therapy to the unique needs of each client, based on the problem, goals, and the individual's expectations and motivations. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and individualized, integrating components from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Trauma Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused therapy.
Tiffany Livingston
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Hollywood, CA 91601
Life can at times be challenging and feel too overwhelming to navigate. A relationship with the right therapist can be a transformative experience that allows you heal and continue to grow into the person you want to be. Trauma, depression, anxiety, and life transitions among other day to day dealings can feel paralyzing and feel like the world is burning down around you. Those who work in creative fields can often feel stuck in their work, as well as those in the athletic world. I work to with clients through the foundation of trust and empathy to help them find healing within themselves.
Life can at times be challenging and feel too overwhelming to navigate. A relationship with the right therapist can be a transformative experience that allows you heal and continue to grow into the person you want to be. Trauma, depression, anxiety, and life transitions among other day to day dealings can feel paralyzing and feel like the world is burning down around you. Those who work in creative fields can often feel stuck in their work, as well as those in the athletic world. I work to with clients through the foundation of trust and empathy to help them find healing within themselves.
Heather Davault
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Hollywood, CA 91604
One of the bravest things you can do is ask for help. Imagine traveling on a path and not knowing where you are headed. I imagine you might feel lost, afraid, alone, and unsure of which way to go. Perhaps you have suffered from uncontrollable worry, depression, or loss. Know that you are not alone. Discovering your inherent gifts, strengths/weaknesses, and setbacks can lead to healing for now, for tomorrow, and for the rest of your life. What if you had a travel partner to help support and navigate life's road map? I want to join you on this journey of self-discovery.
One of the bravest things you can do is ask for help. Imagine traveling on a path and not knowing where you are headed. I imagine you might feel lost, afraid, alone, and unsure of which way to go. Perhaps you have suffered from uncontrollable worry, depression, or loss. Know that you are not alone. Discovering your inherent gifts, strengths/weaknesses, and setbacks can lead to healing for now, for tomorrow, and for the rest of your life. What if you had a travel partner to help support and navigate life's road map? I want to join you on this journey of self-discovery.
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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.