Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Orange, CA
With over three decades of experience in mental health, I provide a compassionate and thorough approach to assist you in reaching your objectives within a secure and nurturing environment. I find fulfillment in working with adults facing significant life challenges, mental health issues, and those seeking to improve their quality of life.
With over three decades of experience in mental health, I provide a compassionate and thorough approach to assist you in reaching your objectives within a secure and nurturing environment. I find fulfillment in working with adults facing significant life challenges, mental health issues, and those seeking to improve their quality of life.
Help is only a phone call away. I look forward to exploring ways to make things better.
Help is only a phone call away. I look forward to exploring ways to make things better.
Michelle Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868 (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Michelle Nelson, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based out of California. I obtained both my bachelors and masters degrees from San Jose State University and am a Bay Area native. I have over 10 years of behavioral health experience, including work with children, families and adults facing various mental health and substance use challenges.
Hi! My name is Michelle Nelson, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based out of California. I obtained both my bachelors and masters degrees from San Jose State University and am a Bay Area native. I have over 10 years of behavioral health experience, including work with children, families and adults facing various mental health and substance use challenges.
Hi, my name is Mai Kou. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, hardships, relationship issues, feeling lost or stuck? Sometimes we need someone to talk to about what we are going through, and we need a safe person we can share these things with without being judged. I would love to talk to you to help you improve your quality of life, mental health, self-esteem, self-love, skills, motivation, and help you achieve your goals. I am currently taking new clients adults ages 18-64 for individual therapy and therapy sessions are via telehealth.
Hi, my name is Mai Kou. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, hardships, relationship issues, feeling lost or stuck? Sometimes we need someone to talk to about what we are going through, and we need a safe person we can share these things with without being judged. I would love to talk to you to help you improve your quality of life, mental health, self-esteem, self-love, skills, motivation, and help you achieve your goals. I am currently taking new clients adults ages 18-64 for individual therapy and therapy sessions are via telehealth.
Lives Renewed Counseling Services -EMDR Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92867 (Online Only)
Perhaps you are visiting today to obtain answers to confusion, peace in the torment, clarity from the chaos, healing from the pain. Maybe you just want someone to understand your pain. You might be feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or hopeless. Whatever your reasoning may be, I am dedicated to help you achieve hope and healing. Thank you for taking the first step to work toward your personal healing journey. I am passionate about understanding, accepting, and empathyzing with my clients. I approach therapy holistically, which encompasses spirit, body, and mind.
Perhaps you are visiting today to obtain answers to confusion, peace in the torment, clarity from the chaos, healing from the pain. Maybe you just want someone to understand your pain. You might be feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or hopeless. Whatever your reasoning may be, I am dedicated to help you achieve hope and healing. Thank you for taking the first step to work toward your personal healing journey. I am passionate about understanding, accepting, and empathyzing with my clients. I approach therapy holistically, which encompasses spirit, body, and mind.
If you are in search of a healing and reconciliation process based upon restoring authenticity, resetting connections (with God, oneself, and others) and establishing true inner freedom, consider reaching out to me. I address mental health symptoms by incorporating innovative "quantum" relationship technologies fostering healthy exchanges, breaking generational curses, and liberating individuals from all kinds of addiction/bondage. Witnessing clients transition from pain and despair to sovereignty and joy is a profound honor. Before establishing myself as a psychologist, I served as a master's level therapist over 30 years
If you are in search of a healing and reconciliation process based upon restoring authenticity, resetting connections (with God, oneself, and others) and establishing true inner freedom, consider reaching out to me. I address mental health symptoms by incorporating innovative "quantum" relationship technologies fostering healthy exchanges, breaking generational curses, and liberating individuals from all kinds of addiction/bondage. Witnessing clients transition from pain and despair to sovereignty and joy is a profound honor. Before establishing myself as a psychologist, I served as a master's level therapist over 30 years
At one point, my life felt like an endless maze with no exit—a feeling I understand deeply from my own journey through depression, anxiety, ADHD, destructive perfectionism, and addiction. The breakthrough came when I stopped trying to "fix" myself and started embracing who I truly am. I'm Nathan, and I specialize in guiding clients on their own paths of self-discovery and empowerment.
At one point, my life felt like an endless maze with no exit—a feeling I understand deeply from my own journey through depression, anxiety, ADHD, destructive perfectionism, and addiction. The breakthrough came when I stopped trying to "fix" myself and started embracing who I truly am. I'm Nathan, and I specialize in guiding clients on their own paths of self-discovery and empowerment.
You’re interested in therapy but can’t stand the stiff who sits there silently nodding. You’ve been feeling stuck or unhappy, and need someone to help you regain some clarity in your life. It can be frustrating when you repeat old patterns that get you nowhere, and you don’t even know how to change it. It might be the mindless hum drum of work, not getting your ass off the couch to do that thing (getting in shape, starting that business you’ve been wanting to, breaking up with Joe Shmoe… why am I with him again?). Maybe everything seems okay, but you’re feeling empty, anxious, depressed, or constantly irritable.
You’re interested in therapy but can’t stand the stiff who sits there silently nodding. You’ve been feeling stuck or unhappy, and need someone to help you regain some clarity in your life. It can be frustrating when you repeat old patterns that get you nowhere, and you don’t even know how to change it. It might be the mindless hum drum of work, not getting your ass off the couch to do that thing (getting in shape, starting that business you’ve been wanting to, breaking up with Joe Shmoe… why am I with him again?). Maybe everything seems okay, but you’re feeling empty, anxious, depressed, or constantly irritable.
Therapy by Lauren
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92865 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who provides strength-based, trauma-informed therapy to individuals and groups of all ages. In providing person-centered therapy, I believe each client is the expert in their own life. I combine this belief with 15 years of experience and a variety of approaches to assist clients in reaching their goals. My approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Informed Care (TIC), Positive Psychology, and Psychoeducation.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who provides strength-based, trauma-informed therapy to individuals and groups of all ages. In providing person-centered therapy, I believe each client is the expert in their own life. I combine this belief with 15 years of experience and a variety of approaches to assist clients in reaching their goals. My approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Informed Care (TIC), Positive Psychology, and Psychoeducation.
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
NOW Accepting IN-Person/Virtual Appointments. The decision to enter into therapy is very personal. My goal is to help you resolve obstacles in your life that are creating additional pain. I work with adults and adolescents in an individual and group counseling setting. This allows me to provide guidance for clients to resolve pain from difficult events and will come out with stronger coping strategies and self-care. We can't change our past experiences or current diagnostics, but we can work together to better understand and work with the challenges in your life.
NOW Accepting IN-Person/Virtual Appointments. The decision to enter into therapy is very personal. My goal is to help you resolve obstacles in your life that are creating additional pain. I work with adults and adolescents in an individual and group counseling setting. This allows me to provide guidance for clients to resolve pain from difficult events and will come out with stronger coping strategies and self-care. We can't change our past experiences or current diagnostics, but we can work together to better understand and work with the challenges in your life.
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Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
Tonia Lee Stephens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92868
Thirteen years ago, I found myself struggling with addiction. Through treatment, therapy, and recovery group participation, I was able to rebuild my life and connect with the best parts of myself. I decided to return to school and dedicate my life to helping others in their healing journeys. I have over a decade of experience working with individuals who struggle with substance use disorders and mental health issues. I am certified in dialectical behavior therapy and passionate about helping clients make positive growth changes. My job is to work myself out of a job by helping people identify and achieve goals.
Thirteen years ago, I found myself struggling with addiction. Through treatment, therapy, and recovery group participation, I was able to rebuild my life and connect with the best parts of myself. I decided to return to school and dedicate my life to helping others in their healing journeys. I have over a decade of experience working with individuals who struggle with substance use disorders and mental health issues. I am certified in dialectical behavior therapy and passionate about helping clients make positive growth changes. My job is to work myself out of a job by helping people identify and achieve goals.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Thanks for connecting. Allow me to introduce myself. I have worked with a variety of clients dealing with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, issues of identity, questioning how to relate to loved ones, and working through issues of faith and connection to God. The common thread is connecting the past to the present and helping you make sense of questions and problems that are likely causing you a lot of distress.
Thanks for connecting. Allow me to introduce myself. I have worked with a variety of clients dealing with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, issues of identity, questioning how to relate to loved ones, and working through issues of faith and connection to God. The common thread is connecting the past to the present and helping you make sense of questions and problems that are likely causing you a lot of distress.
Roxanne Zapata Castillo Wellness Coach
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92868 (Online Only)
Welcome, brave soul! Though it can often be challenging knowing when to ask for help, I'm here to reassure you that you're taking the a step in the direction toward wellness by allowing me to be part of that journey. My experience working with clients who are healing from attachment wounds, loss, intergenerational trauma, and substance abuse recovery has helped me develop a practice that integrates compassion and authenticity to help meet my clients’ needs. As a human being first, I also empathize with overcoming adversity and the mental and emotional toll that can come from adjusting from one phase of life to the next.
Welcome, brave soul! Though it can often be challenging knowing when to ask for help, I'm here to reassure you that you're taking the a step in the direction toward wellness by allowing me to be part of that journey. My experience working with clients who are healing from attachment wounds, loss, intergenerational trauma, and substance abuse recovery has helped me develop a practice that integrates compassion and authenticity to help meet my clients’ needs. As a human being first, I also empathize with overcoming adversity and the mental and emotional toll that can come from adjusting from one phase of life to the next.
Life can be a wonderful joy, it just takes a bit of work. I'm Alex, and as a therapist my job is to help people do that work navigating the rough waters of life and find that joy. I was once held through that journey myself by some wonderful therapists and I love the opportunity to give back and help my own clients achieve much the same. In our work, we will establish a hopeful and compassionate environment where you can feel safe to talk about anything, from your day-to-day struggles to your deepest secrets.
Life can be a wonderful joy, it just takes a bit of work. I'm Alex, and as a therapist my job is to help people do that work navigating the rough waters of life and find that joy. I was once held through that journey myself by some wonderful therapists and I love the opportunity to give back and help my own clients achieve much the same. In our work, we will establish a hopeful and compassionate environment where you can feel safe to talk about anything, from your day-to-day struggles to your deepest secrets.
Hi, my name is Glenna Hawn. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I enjoy working with individuals who are feeling stuck and helping them create positive change. I believe positive change happens when we focus on what is happening now and identify what we need to do to move forward. I value the intrinsic strength and wisdom of the individual and feel they know best what is needed for themselves. My approach to therapy is as a supportive presence in that process and to provide insight and skills along the way.
Hi, my name is Glenna Hawn. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I enjoy working with individuals who are feeling stuck and helping them create positive change. I believe positive change happens when we focus on what is happening now and identify what we need to do to move forward. I value the intrinsic strength and wisdom of the individual and feel they know best what is needed for themselves. My approach to therapy is as a supportive presence in that process and to provide insight and skills along the way.
I am a bilingual English-Spanish speaking marriage and family therapist and I'm here to support you on your journey towards healing and self-discovery. I offer a safe space for you to express your feelings, explore your emotions, and gain valuable insights. Together, we'll develop effective strategies to cope with life's difficulties and foster a healthier sense of self.
I am a bilingual English-Spanish speaking marriage and family therapist and I'm here to support you on your journey towards healing and self-discovery. I offer a safe space for you to express your feelings, explore your emotions, and gain valuable insights. Together, we'll develop effective strategies to cope with life's difficulties and foster a healthier sense of self.
I’m a clinical psychologist and I specialize in therapy for adults. If you’re here, I’m guessing it’s because you are struggling with something in your life and feel like you need help. I know how hard it can be to reach out and ask for help, and I’m glad that you’ve made it this far. Therapy doesn’t have to be daunting and mysterious. At the most basic level, therapy is just two people relating with one another in a relaxed, safe, and supportive atmosphere. What makes it different from other relationships is that we keep the focus on you, and I have specialized training that enables me to foster the conditions necessary for change.
I’m a clinical psychologist and I specialize in therapy for adults. If you’re here, I’m guessing it’s because you are struggling with something in your life and feel like you need help. I know how hard it can be to reach out and ask for help, and I’m glad that you’ve made it this far. Therapy doesn’t have to be daunting and mysterious. At the most basic level, therapy is just two people relating with one another in a relaxed, safe, and supportive atmosphere. What makes it different from other relationships is that we keep the focus on you, and I have specialized training that enables me to foster the conditions necessary for change.
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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.