Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Highland, Denver, CO
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Elizabeth M Wellington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland, Denver, CO 80211
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be hard, and no one knows this better than adolescents, young adults, and the families who love and support them. Intense emotions; urges to engage in impulsive behaviors; navigating social situations and the stress of school; difficulty getting along with parents; the politics of Snapchat, etc! The instability of this time of life offers both challenge and opportunity. Therapy can support young people to harness the chaotic yet formative nature of this time as a catalyst for lasting wellness and growth: Explore one's identity; develop effective coping strategies, practice interpersonal relationship, heal trauma, and more.
Life can be hard, and no one knows this better than adolescents, young adults, and the families who love and support them. Intense emotions; urges to engage in impulsive behaviors; navigating social situations and the stress of school; difficulty getting along with parents; the politics of Snapchat, etc! The instability of this time of life offers both challenge and opportunity. Therapy can support young people to harness the chaotic yet formative nature of this time as a catalyst for lasting wellness and growth: Explore one's identity; develop effective coping strategies, practice interpersonal relationship, heal trauma, and more.
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Mara Richman
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, Psych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Highland, Denver, CO 80211
My style is a unique blend of warmth, empathy, and clinical proficiency, which can help for me to be a trusted guide for individuals and couples navigating through life's challenges. With a deep understanding of the intricacies of trauma, I provide a safe and nurturing space for her clients to explore their emotions and experiences. I use personalized treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs, which equips clients with practical tools and coping strategies to navigate life's challenges with resilience and strength.
My style is a unique blend of warmth, empathy, and clinical proficiency, which can help for me to be a trusted guide for individuals and couples navigating through life's challenges. With a deep understanding of the intricacies of trauma, I provide a safe and nurturing space for her clients to explore their emotions and experiences. I use personalized treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs, which equips clients with practical tools and coping strategies to navigate life's challenges with resilience and strength.
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Life can indeed feel like a relentless roller coaster with its ups and downs, stressors, and uncertainties. I work with adults of all ages to navigate this journey, specializing in young adults and college students. I frequently help clients manage anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, workplace or school stress, burnout, ADHD, trauma, and substance use. Whether it's making significant life decisions, managing relationships, or taking care of yourself, I provide a supportive space to help you build resilience and align with your personal growth.
Life can indeed feel like a relentless roller coaster with its ups and downs, stressors, and uncertainties. I work with adults of all ages to navigate this journey, specializing in young adults and college students. I frequently help clients manage anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, workplace or school stress, burnout, ADHD, trauma, and substance use. Whether it's making significant life decisions, managing relationships, or taking care of yourself, I provide a supportive space to help you build resilience and align with your personal growth.
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Laurel Marco
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Highland, Denver, CO 80211 (Online Only)
One of the bravest things you can do is invest in yourself and begin therapy. If you're feeling stuck, anxious, dealing with grief/loss, struggling in relationships or have found therapy unsuccessful in the past, contact me. I've seen my clients transform, even when things seem hopeless to them. We will work together to understand your obstacles and to help you acquire the skills needed to overcome them. My approach is interactive and includes feedback, reflection, challenge, and humor. I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and other evidenced based treatments. I also offer coaching.
One of the bravest things you can do is invest in yourself and begin therapy. If you're feeling stuck, anxious, dealing with grief/loss, struggling in relationships or have found therapy unsuccessful in the past, contact me. I've seen my clients transform, even when things seem hopeless to them. We will work together to understand your obstacles and to help you acquire the skills needed to overcome them. My approach is interactive and includes feedback, reflection, challenge, and humor. I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and other evidenced based treatments. I also offer coaching.
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I am a mindfulness based therapist, passionate about interweaving multiple healing modalities for more holistic healing from trauma, anxiety, and grief, among other things. Many of us have wounds from our past or present that hold power over us. I aim to help my clients build skills to reconnect with their mind, body, and life, so they are equip to give attention to those wounds. We will work together to identify these sore points and untangle from the power they hold, so you can move closer to a value driven life.
I am a mindfulness based therapist, passionate about interweaving multiple healing modalities for more holistic healing from trauma, anxiety, and grief, among other things. Many of us have wounds from our past or present that hold power over us. I aim to help my clients build skills to reconnect with their mind, body, and life, so they are equip to give attention to those wounds. We will work together to identify these sore points and untangle from the power they hold, so you can move closer to a value driven life.
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I am skilled in working with young adults, adults, & college students who are in a moments of doubt, transition and unease. If you are experiencing low moods, anxiety spirals and difficulty regulating emotions, you are in the right place. I specialize in working with clients to find the roots of their pains. I offer a safe space where we are free to explore how your childhood, relationships, and present environment have impacted who you are. I believe you are the expert of your own life, and empower you to make lasting changes.
I am skilled in working with young adults, adults, & college students who are in a moments of doubt, transition and unease. If you are experiencing low moods, anxiety spirals and difficulty regulating emotions, you are in the right place. I specialize in working with clients to find the roots of their pains. I offer a safe space where we are free to explore how your childhood, relationships, and present environment have impacted who you are. I believe you are the expert of your own life, and empower you to make lasting changes.
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Green Couch Counseling, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland, Denver, CO 80211
Green Couch Counseling is a group behavioral health practice. We are experienced and passionate clinicians that have a wide range of specialties. We all use evidenced based practices to help clients accomplish their goals and find what they are looking for in their journey. Check out our website to see individual provider specialties!
Green Couch Counseling is a group behavioral health practice. We are experienced and passionate clinicians that have a wide range of specialties. We all use evidenced based practices to help clients accomplish their goals and find what they are looking for in their journey. Check out our website to see individual provider specialties!
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Joni Handran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland, Denver, CO 80211
Hi! My name is Joni. I am a compassionate, down-to-earth individual who has over 20 years working with individuals facing stressful life events. People come to see me because they are having troubles dealing with histories of abuse, neglect, or trauma, overwhelming anxiety, sadness, grief, or low self-esteem, and/or relationship issues. Please email me if you would like to schedule a time to connect!
Hi! My name is Joni. I am a compassionate, down-to-earth individual who has over 20 years working with individuals facing stressful life events. People come to see me because they are having troubles dealing with histories of abuse, neglect, or trauma, overwhelming anxiety, sadness, grief, or low self-esteem, and/or relationship issues. Please email me if you would like to schedule a time to connect!
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I am a British psychotherapist, passionate about psychotherapy and the impact it can have on society. My passion for psychotherapy stems from my own experiences with therapy and the powerful impact it made on my own life. I have a reflective style that I bring into the therapeutic environment in order to achieve deeper and more authentic connections with my clients.
I am a British psychotherapist, passionate about psychotherapy and the impact it can have on society. My passion for psychotherapy stems from my own experiences with therapy and the powerful impact it made on my own life. I have a reflective style that I bring into the therapeutic environment in order to achieve deeper and more authentic connections with my clients.
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As a Psychologist with both clinical and educational experience, I will work with you to address problematic thoughts/behaviors, plan specific steps and actions towards solutions, and achieve personal growth. I recognize the impact that our relationships, responsibilities, health, stress levels, and history have on our choices and overall well being - and attempt to bring these cumulative factors into focus.
As a Psychologist with both clinical and educational experience, I will work with you to address problematic thoughts/behaviors, plan specific steps and actions towards solutions, and achieve personal growth. I recognize the impact that our relationships, responsibilities, health, stress levels, and history have on our choices and overall well being - and attempt to bring these cumulative factors into focus.
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Karen Lockwood - Green Couch Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Highland, Denver, CO 80211
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes life feels overwhelming, and we aren’t sure what to do to move forward. Have you found yourself stuck and feeling hopeless? I believe we are all capable of change and I would like to be part of the journey towards healing. My style of therapy involves Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Schema Therapy. I am also trained in trauma specific treatment modalities, EMDR and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
Sometimes life feels overwhelming, and we aren’t sure what to do to move forward. Have you found yourself stuck and feeling hopeless? I believe we are all capable of change and I would like to be part of the journey towards healing. My style of therapy involves Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Schema Therapy. I am also trained in trauma specific treatment modalities, EMDR and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
Online Therapists
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Tabula Rasa Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAAT, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80209
We specialize in Complex PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder and Dissociative disorders.
Hello! May name is Cara Czarnecki and I am the Owner/ Clinical Director of Tabula Rasa Counseling. Are you looking for a therapeutic approach that is different than what you might be used to? Are you ready to explore the root of the problem that is continuing to cause you the symptoms you are struggling with? At Tabula Rasa we believe in bottom up approaches that target the root of the problem. We are an EMDR, IFS informed practice that uses progressive approaches to healing.
We specialize in Complex PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder and Dissociative disorders.
Hello! May name is Cara Czarnecki and I am the Owner/ Clinical Director of Tabula Rasa Counseling. Are you looking for a therapeutic approach that is different than what you might be used to? Are you ready to explore the root of the problem that is continuing to cause you the symptoms you are struggling with? At Tabula Rasa we believe in bottom up approaches that target the root of the problem. We are an EMDR, IFS informed practice that uses progressive approaches to healing.
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Christine Mangum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80205
We all have something we struggle with and can often find ways of dealing with it. Sometimes how we have dealt with things are no longer effective and it's time to find alternatives. Things from your past or recent experience can bubble up and keep you in patterns of distressful thinking, emotions, and behaviors. I believe that understanding yourself on a deep level enables you to see the path to improved living and more positive emotions while being patient with the negative emotions. I have been practicing since 2020 with people between 18 and 55 years old with a variety of struggles including depression, anxiety, BPD, and PTSD.
We all have something we struggle with and can often find ways of dealing with it. Sometimes how we have dealt with things are no longer effective and it's time to find alternatives. Things from your past or recent experience can bubble up and keep you in patterns of distressful thinking, emotions, and behaviors. I believe that understanding yourself on a deep level enables you to see the path to improved living and more positive emotions while being patient with the negative emotions. I have been practicing since 2020 with people between 18 and 55 years old with a variety of struggles including depression, anxiety, BPD, and PTSD.
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I work very well with individuals with diagnosis of borderline personality disorder, PTSD, and bipolar disorder.
I am a Licensed clinical mental health and substance use therapist with 12+ years of experience in person centered therapeutic strategies, trauma based work, and cognitive behavioral mindfulness. I believe that understanding how we interact within our own environment greatly impacts our thoughts, feelings, and actions. It is a privilege to work with you as we navigate and better understand our mental health.
I work very well with individuals with diagnosis of borderline personality disorder, PTSD, and bipolar disorder.
I am a Licensed clinical mental health and substance use therapist with 12+ years of experience in person centered therapeutic strategies, trauma based work, and cognitive behavioral mindfulness. I believe that understanding how we interact within our own environment greatly impacts our thoughts, feelings, and actions. It is a privilege to work with you as we navigate and better understand our mental health.
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Tahleen Varian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80209 (Online Only)
I was extensively trained in third-wave CBT-based therapies at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, and have ample experience in utilizing CBT treatments for depression, anxiety, PTSD, BPD, and substance use.
I often wish I could change my professional moniker from “psychotherapist” to “life enhancer,” because that is truly what I do. I want to help you cultivate self-compassion and acceptance for who you are and where you are at in your life, while at the same time encouraging you to evaluate and change what is not productive. My style can be described as “radically genuine” – I communicate authentically, compassionately and openly. You won’t ever hear that space cadet therapist-y voice coming from me, but you will definitely hear an f-bomb or two.
I was extensively trained in third-wave CBT-based therapies at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, and have ample experience in utilizing CBT treatments for depression, anxiety, PTSD, BPD, and substance use.
I often wish I could change my professional moniker from “psychotherapist” to “life enhancer,” because that is truly what I do. I want to help you cultivate self-compassion and acceptance for who you are and where you are at in your life, while at the same time encouraging you to evaluate and change what is not productive. My style can be described as “radically genuine” – I communicate authentically, compassionately and openly. You won’t ever hear that space cadet therapist-y voice coming from me, but you will definitely hear an f-bomb or two.
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Alyssa Nazario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80230 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As an LCSW specializing in suicide prevention, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and PTSD treatment, I bring 9 years of dedicated experience in mental health to support your journey towards healing and empowerment. I offer a compassionate and evidence-based approach, providing a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore the complexities of these challenges. I collaborate closely with clients to develop personalized strategies for managing symptoms, fostering resilience, and promoting lasting recovery. I am here to provide the support and guidance you need to thrive.
As an LCSW specializing in suicide prevention, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and PTSD treatment, I bring 9 years of dedicated experience in mental health to support your journey towards healing and empowerment. I offer a compassionate and evidence-based approach, providing a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore the complexities of these challenges. I collaborate closely with clients to develop personalized strategies for managing symptoms, fostering resilience, and promoting lasting recovery. I am here to provide the support and guidance you need to thrive.
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We work with depression, anxiety, self harm, trauma, suicidal thoughts, and borderline personality disorder.
You may have been struggling to feel connected to others and overwhelmed a lot of the time. Is your anxiety high? Struggling with fears of rejection or not doing well enough? Using all the skills you know you have but still have a hard time seeing results? You're certainly not alone. Therapy can help you identify what the block is that keeps you from applying what you logically know to your emotional understanding. Let us help. We accept Anthem, Optum, Cigna, and Aetna. Telehealth offered in Colorado also.
We work with depression, anxiety, self harm, trauma, suicidal thoughts, and borderline personality disorder.
You may have been struggling to feel connected to others and overwhelmed a lot of the time. Is your anxiety high? Struggling with fears of rejection or not doing well enough? Using all the skills you know you have but still have a hard time seeing results? You're certainly not alone. Therapy can help you identify what the block is that keeps you from applying what you logically know to your emotional understanding. Let us help. We accept Anthem, Optum, Cigna, and Aetna. Telehealth offered in Colorado also.
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Hazel Patel-Krueger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80204 (Online Only)
I specialize in OCD, mood related disorders, attachment concerns, trauma (I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional), anxiety, and Borderline personality.
Welcome! With a dual background in Clinical Psychology and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), I bring an integrative approach to therapy along with 8 years of experience. My Clinical Psychology expertise allows me to understand the complexities of human behavior, emotions, and mental health disorders. Additionally, my proficiency in ABA empowers me to utilize scientifically validated principles to bring about positive behavioral changes. By combining these two disciplines, this enables me to create individualized treatment plans, fostering sustainable progress, and empowering clients to achieve their therapeutic goals effectively.
I specialize in OCD, mood related disorders, attachment concerns, trauma (I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional), anxiety, and Borderline personality.
Welcome! With a dual background in Clinical Psychology and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), I bring an integrative approach to therapy along with 8 years of experience. My Clinical Psychology expertise allows me to understand the complexities of human behavior, emotions, and mental health disorders. Additionally, my proficiency in ABA empowers me to utilize scientifically validated principles to bring about positive behavioral changes. By combining these two disciplines, this enables me to create individualized treatment plans, fostering sustainable progress, and empowering clients to achieve their therapeutic goals effectively.
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Megan K Viall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80201 (Online Only)
I have experience working with individuals managing lives touched with mood and anxiety disorders, including depression and bipolar; grief; domestic violence (offenders and victims); physical, emotional and sexual abuse; custody issues; family reunification; marriage/relationship hurdles; problem sexual behavior; borderline personality disorder/characteristics; PTSD; ADD/ADHD; death and dying; caretaking of ill and aging family members; and life change events, i.e. anything that is a positive change, but also brings with it fear, doubt and lots of unknowns.
I have experience working with individuals managing lives touched with mood and anxiety disorders, including depression and bipolar; grief; domestic violence (offenders and victims); physical, emotional and sexual abuse; custody issues; family reunification; marriage/relationship hurdles; problem sexual behavior; borderline personality disorder/characteristics; PTSD; ADD/ADHD; death and dying; caretaking of ill and aging family members; and life change events, i.e. anything that is a positive change, but also brings with it fear, doubt and lots of unknowns.
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Stacey M King
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC -IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
I have been working with clients who suffer from, bipolar disorder, depression, borderline personality disorder.
As a licensed professional counselor, in specializing treating people, with mental health disorders. I have worked with clients who suffer, from major depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia clients. I have also worked with clients who suffer from borderline personality disorder. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adult clients. It's my duty, to make sure that you are coping well, with your mental health, and learning how to live a more fulfilling life. I will go out my way, to make sure my clients are getting what they need, to start to make healthier progress in their Everday life."
I have been working with clients who suffer from, bipolar disorder, depression, borderline personality disorder.
As a licensed professional counselor, in specializing treating people, with mental health disorders. I have worked with clients who suffer, from major depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia clients. I have also worked with clients who suffer from borderline personality disorder. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adult clients. It's my duty, to make sure that you are coping well, with your mental health, and learning how to live a more fulfilling life. I will go out my way, to make sure my clients are getting what they need, to start to make healthier progress in their Everday life."
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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.