Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Connecticut
Andrea Bayley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Andrea and I'm a psychotherapist who specializes in helping individuals struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, borderline personality disorder, and other painful, emotional experiences. My treatment approach focuses on building the therapeutic relationship, understanding my client's goals and working with the client to identify barriers that prevent them from achieving their goals. Together, we create an individualized plan for overcoming those barriers using supportive/insight-oriented psychotherapy, education, and skill building.
Hi! My name is Andrea and I'm a psychotherapist who specializes in helping individuals struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, borderline personality disorder, and other painful, emotional experiences. My treatment approach focuses on building the therapeutic relationship, understanding my client's goals and working with the client to identify barriers that prevent them from achieving their goals. Together, we create an individualized plan for overcoming those barriers using supportive/insight-oriented psychotherapy, education, and skill building.
Ian Friedrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Hartford, CT 06119
Ian Friedrich is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 7 years of experience in various mental health settings. He is passionate about providing effective and competent care to support his clients in achieving their personal and clinical goals. He specializes in working with clients who struggle with traits of borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and concerns regarding sexuality and gender expression. Ian obtained his Master of Social Work from the University of Connecticut.
Ian Friedrich is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 7 years of experience in various mental health settings. He is passionate about providing effective and competent care to support his clients in achieving their personal and clinical goals. He specializes in working with clients who struggle with traits of borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and concerns regarding sexuality and gender expression. Ian obtained his Master of Social Work from the University of Connecticut.
The Harmony Center for Change, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington, CT 06032
We specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Borderline Personality Disorder.
We help sensitive individuals find harmony with their emotions. We ensure that clients who would typically slip through the cracks in therapy are seen, supported and have the skills they need to create meaningful change in their lives. During individual DBT therapy sessions, the therapist pays close attention to your behaviors looking for motivational concerns, including personal and environmental factors that inhibit effective behaviors (the things you want to do more) and that elicit and reinforce maladaptive behaviors (the things you want to do less).
We specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Borderline Personality Disorder.
We help sensitive individuals find harmony with their emotions. We ensure that clients who would typically slip through the cracks in therapy are seen, supported and have the skills they need to create meaningful change in their lives. During individual DBT therapy sessions, the therapist pays close attention to your behaviors looking for motivational concerns, including personal and environmental factors that inhibit effective behaviors (the things you want to do more) and that elicit and reinforce maladaptive behaviors (the things you want to do less).
Laura B DeAngelo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AB, MBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glastonbury, CT 06033 (Online Only)
I am trained in Dialetical Behavior Therapy (DBT), an evidence-based method to help symptoms of borderline personality disorder.
Are you facing challenges coping with life stressors or relationships? Do you need help learning to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to lead a productive and happy life? Are you a parent trying your best to parent a challenging child but still feel stuck? I offer compassionate, collaborative, results-oriented therapy and training for individuals and families who would like to improve the quality of life for themselves and/or their children. I use a warm and nonjudgmental approach to help you feel safe and comfortable. I want you to leave each session feeling hopeful, insightful, and empowered.
I am trained in Dialetical Behavior Therapy (DBT), an evidence-based method to help symptoms of borderline personality disorder.
Are you facing challenges coping with life stressors or relationships? Do you need help learning to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to lead a productive and happy life? Are you a parent trying your best to parent a challenging child but still feel stuck? I offer compassionate, collaborative, results-oriented therapy and training for individuals and families who would like to improve the quality of life for themselves and/or their children. I use a warm and nonjudgmental approach to help you feel safe and comfortable. I want you to leave each session feeling hopeful, insightful, and empowered.
DBT has demonstrated efficacious treatment of a wide variety of mental health conditions including; self-harm, suicidal behaviors, Borderline personality disorder, and substance abuse.
I am a Linehan trained Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) therapist . My priority is in providing the utmost quality of care by closely following evidence-based practices within the standard DBT protocol and consultation with other trained DBT professionals. I am also trained in a multitude of interventions geared towards treating PTSD as well as CBT interventions.
DBT has demonstrated efficacious treatment of a wide variety of mental health conditions including; self-harm, suicidal behaviors, Borderline personality disorder, and substance abuse.
I am a Linehan trained Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) therapist . My priority is in providing the utmost quality of care by closely following evidence-based practices within the standard DBT protocol and consultation with other trained DBT professionals. I am also trained in a multitude of interventions geared towards treating PTSD as well as CBT interventions.
I am a trauma-informed therapist with certifications in Reiki as a Shoden and Okuden, and in treating Borderline Personality Disordered clients.
We all experience difficulties and carry those burdens throughout our lives. Whether that be a developmental issue in childhood, difficulties finding oneself in adolescence, struggling with the aftermath of a traumatic experience, or the pressures of adulthood, I believe everyone has the capacity to heal and make positive changes to their lives. And with support, safety, empowerment, and the right tools, I can help each client grow through the hardships they may encounter.
I am a trauma-informed therapist with certifications in Reiki as a Shoden and Okuden, and in treating Borderline Personality Disordered clients.
We all experience difficulties and carry those burdens throughout our lives. Whether that be a developmental issue in childhood, difficulties finding oneself in adolescence, struggling with the aftermath of a traumatic experience, or the pressures of adulthood, I believe everyone has the capacity to heal and make positive changes to their lives. And with support, safety, empowerment, and the right tools, I can help each client grow through the hardships they may encounter.
Chu has extensive experiences in working with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
Certified PSYPACT psychologist. Dr. Chu is a bilingual licensed clinical psychologist. As a Board Certified DBT (DBT-Linehan Board of Certification) and Certified CBT therapist (Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies), she teaches her clients tangible tools to make healthy choices by approaching life challenges flexibly and mindfully. Her background in Psychodynamic and Mindfulness-Based psychotherapy led her to fluidly utilize different therapeutic approaches that are most helpful to individual needs.
Chu has extensive experiences in working with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
Certified PSYPACT psychologist. Dr. Chu is a bilingual licensed clinical psychologist. As a Board Certified DBT (DBT-Linehan Board of Certification) and Certified CBT therapist (Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies), she teaches her clients tangible tools to make healthy choices by approaching life challenges flexibly and mindfully. Her background in Psychodynamic and Mindfulness-Based psychotherapy led her to fluidly utilize different therapeutic approaches that are most helpful to individual needs.
Jerena Rozario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Windsor, CT 06095 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in assisting adults with Anxiety, Depression, and Borderline Personality Disorder to develop and maintain coping skills to enhance their lives.
In our daily lives, we face many challenges and obstacles that may be overwhelming at times. It may seem like you have no one to turn to or that no one truly understands what you are going through. Having the courage to seek someone to help you navigate these challenges is commendable and I would be grateful to have the opportunity to assist you. I treat a variety of presenting problems but with a specific focus on Depression, Anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, Stress management, and Self Esteem issues.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in assisting adults with Anxiety, Depression, and Borderline Personality Disorder to develop and maintain coping skills to enhance their lives.
In our daily lives, we face many challenges and obstacles that may be overwhelming at times. It may seem like you have no one to turn to or that no one truly understands what you are going through. Having the courage to seek someone to help you navigate these challenges is commendable and I would be grateful to have the opportunity to assist you. I treat a variety of presenting problems but with a specific focus on Depression, Anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, Stress management, and Self Esteem issues.
I specialize in treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder and emotion dysregulation.
I typically work with adults and adolescents whose lives feel chaotic and out of control with unrelenting misery and emotional suffering. My practice is dedicated to equipping these individuals with the tools needed to accept emotional pain, eliminate harmful ways of coping, and build lives that reward them with purpose and meaning. My approach is open, direct, and compassionate. I speak and interact with clients as my authentic self in a therapeutic relationship.
I specialize in treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder and emotion dysregulation.
I typically work with adults and adolescents whose lives feel chaotic and out of control with unrelenting misery and emotional suffering. My practice is dedicated to equipping these individuals with the tools needed to accept emotional pain, eliminate harmful ways of coping, and build lives that reward them with purpose and meaning. My approach is open, direct, and compassionate. I speak and interact with clients as my authentic self in a therapeutic relationship.
Victoria Shumard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Hartford, CT 06105 (Online Only)
I specialize in OCD, depression, bipolar disorder, BPD, anxiety, & substance abuse. I have helped hundreds of teens, adults, & families working to address the root causes of issues resulting in healing, growth & change. Whether you struggle with rumination, compulsions, sadness, highs/lows, reactivity, issues in relationships, self-esteem, or loss of control in your life. Together, we will focus on progress, positive reinforcement, and replacement; challenging thinking patterns, emotional regulation, mindfulness, grounding, & behavioral action, resulting in positive internal & external outcomes & a reduction of symptoms and distress
I specialize in OCD, depression, bipolar disorder, BPD, anxiety, & substance abuse. I have helped hundreds of teens, adults, & families working to address the root causes of issues resulting in healing, growth & change. Whether you struggle with rumination, compulsions, sadness, highs/lows, reactivity, issues in relationships, self-esteem, or loss of control in your life. Together, we will focus on progress, positive reinforcement, and replacement; challenging thinking patterns, emotional regulation, mindfulness, grounding, & behavioral action, resulting in positive internal & external outcomes & a reduction of symptoms and distress
Inner Reach Therapeutics, LLC
Occupational Therapist, MOT, OTR/L
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Windsor, CT 06095
When struggling with debilitating mental health symptoms, it may still be a struggle to function despite being in talk therapy & taking your medications. You may need help with daily functioning, life balance, routine, enjoying activities, & exploring new ones. OT addresses it all! Areas my clients struggle with include self-care, showering, eating, emotion regulation, leisure & hobbies, sensory processing, sleep, work, social, & school. I typically work with ages 18-35 who struggle with symptoms related to autism, anxiety, depression/bipolar, BPD, trauma, ADHD. I place a big emphasis on neuroaffirming, strengths-based care.
When struggling with debilitating mental health symptoms, it may still be a struggle to function despite being in talk therapy & taking your medications. You may need help with daily functioning, life balance, routine, enjoying activities, & exploring new ones. OT addresses it all! Areas my clients struggle with include self-care, showering, eating, emotion regulation, leisure & hobbies, sensory processing, sleep, work, social, & school. I typically work with ages 18-35 who struggle with symptoms related to autism, anxiety, depression/bipolar, BPD, trauma, ADHD. I place a big emphasis on neuroaffirming, strengths-based care.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vernon, CT 06066 (Online Only)
Some specialties include: substance abuse, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, trauma self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and anger issues.
Navigating life can often feel like an uphill battle. Anxiety may feel like a constant companion, with worries and fears manifesting in a variety of ways. With the right support, you can learn strategies to help you cope with your anxiety and feel better.
Some specialties include: substance abuse, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, trauma self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and anger issues.
Navigating life can often feel like an uphill battle. Anxiety may feel like a constant companion, with worries and fears manifesting in a variety of ways. With the right support, you can learn strategies to help you cope with your anxiety and feel better.
I specialize in working with trauma (especially C-PTSD) using EMDR, Ego State Therapy, and DBT. Issues addressed include self esteem and body image issues, relationship difficulties, parenting struggles, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, BPD, Anxiety, and Depression,. I have worked with a diverse client base and am comfortable treating clients of differing backgrounds, ethnicities and experiences. Because of my background in art therapy and my EMDR training, options for alternative approaches to therapy are available as appropriate and desired.
I specialize in working with trauma (especially C-PTSD) using EMDR, Ego State Therapy, and DBT. Issues addressed include self esteem and body image issues, relationship difficulties, parenting struggles, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, BPD, Anxiety, and Depression,. I have worked with a diverse client base and am comfortable treating clients of differing backgrounds, ethnicities and experiences. Because of my background in art therapy and my EMDR training, options for alternative approaches to therapy are available as appropriate and desired.
Katie Cichon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southington, CT 06489
Hi! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience in the eating disorder field. I am a dedicated therapist specializing in the treatment of adolescents and young adults with eating disorders. I also treat co-occuring conditions including trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, self-harm, suicidality, anxiety and depression. I believe in the importance of a collaborative approach, working closely with families and other treatment team members to provide comprehensive care tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Hi! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience in the eating disorder field. I am a dedicated therapist specializing in the treatment of adolescents and young adults with eating disorders. I also treat co-occuring conditions including trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, self-harm, suicidality, anxiety and depression. I believe in the importance of a collaborative approach, working closely with families and other treatment team members to provide comprehensive care tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Though I specialize primarily in eating disorders, I also have extensive experience in treating generalized anxiety disorder, borderline personality disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship problems (whether that be with others, yourself, food, or your body), and life transition.
Samantha Farber is a passionate and dedicated therapist aiming to help clients of all ages feel more connected to others, to the life they want to live, and, most importantly, to their authentic self. She aims to create a safe and supportive space for those struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and those managing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and trauma.
Though I specialize primarily in eating disorders, I also have extensive experience in treating generalized anxiety disorder, borderline personality disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship problems (whether that be with others, yourself, food, or your body), and life transition.
Samantha Farber is a passionate and dedicated therapist aiming to help clients of all ages feel more connected to others, to the life they want to live, and, most importantly, to their authentic self. She aims to create a safe and supportive space for those struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and those managing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and trauma.
I work with adults 18+ who are experiencing ADHD, BPD, clients who are neurodivergent, and who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness, and PTSD.
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I work with adults 18+ who are experiencing ADHD, BPD, clients who are neurodivergent, and who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness, and PTSD.
Are you experiencing distressing symptoms that are making it hard to get through the day? I want to assist you in creating peace in your life. I would love to assist you in achieving your goals, and exploring skills that can help you cope with symptoms that may be effecting your daily life. It's possible to feel relief from these symptoms- including worry, anxiety, depression, grief, and ADHD, and I am here to help. I specialize in treating individuals experiencing extreme stress, mood disorders, BPD, chronic illness and chronic pain, and a variety of conditions and situations that can be difficult to manage.
Life at times can feel overwhelming and challenging. My goal is to assist my clients in achieving their personal goals and improve their overall quality of life. My therapeutic approach is an eclectic mix of person-centered, CBT, DBT, gender responsive treatment, and trauma focused therapy. I have experience working with clients with a variety of issues including Addiction, depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, family and relationship issues, trauma, grief and loss, and personal development.
Life at times can feel overwhelming and challenging. My goal is to assist my clients in achieving their personal goals and improve their overall quality of life. My therapeutic approach is an eclectic mix of person-centered, CBT, DBT, gender responsive treatment, and trauma focused therapy. I have experience working with clients with a variety of issues including Addiction, depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, family and relationship issues, trauma, grief and loss, and personal development.
Yulan Menzie-Hackney
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Middlebury, CT 06762
Being a mental health provider, I specialize with working with those struggling with populations with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Borderline Personality Disorder, Grief, Relationship Issues, Anger Management, Substance Use and Trauma.
Coming to therapy is the first step, and it may seem scary, but you are not alone. I believe the therapeutic process is a collaborative effort. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A), I am committed to provide an environment for my clients to be their true authentic self, in a judgment free environment. My goal is to help client create the change they want in their lives. As you navigate daily stressors in life, I want you to know that asking for help is the most beneficial thing can do for yourself to help strength connection and express yourself.
Being a mental health provider, I specialize with working with those struggling with populations with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Borderline Personality Disorder, Grief, Relationship Issues, Anger Management, Substance Use and Trauma.
Coming to therapy is the first step, and it may seem scary, but you are not alone. I believe the therapeutic process is a collaborative effort. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A), I am committed to provide an environment for my clients to be their true authentic self, in a judgment free environment. My goal is to help client create the change they want in their lives. As you navigate daily stressors in life, I want you to know that asking for help is the most beneficial thing can do for yourself to help strength connection and express yourself.
Alanna M. Voloshin, LCSW Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CEO
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06905
I take time to assess why you are here today. I value your goals & needs to ensure the best quality of treatment. I believe trust, safety, & comfort are the keys in therapeutic success. I'm mindful, compassionate, non-judgmental,& believe it's imperative to find a balance between acceptance and change. I specialize in working with adolescents, families, and young adults struggling with trauma, addiction, BPD, and mood disorders. When exploring past & traumatic events I implement an evidence-based,collaborative approach equally effective & safe; providing you with successful goal oriented outcomes. Licenses: CT(009487) NY(085733).
I take time to assess why you are here today. I value your goals & needs to ensure the best quality of treatment. I believe trust, safety, & comfort are the keys in therapeutic success. I'm mindful, compassionate, non-judgmental,& believe it's imperative to find a balance between acceptance and change. I specialize in working with adolescents, families, and young adults struggling with trauma, addiction, BPD, and mood disorders. When exploring past & traumatic events I implement an evidence-based,collaborative approach equally effective & safe; providing you with successful goal oriented outcomes. Licenses: CT(009487) NY(085733).
Accepting (NEW) patients at this time. Online/Telehealth Referrals Only. There's an inner child inside all of us who is begging to be seen and heard. You are worth investing your time and energy into. Let me help you to see the light that is within you. I work with adults (18 and over) who struggle with anxiety, depression, mood disorder, borderline personality disorder, addictive personality/substance use, complex trauma and grief/loss.
Accepting (NEW) patients at this time. Online/Telehealth Referrals Only. There's an inner child inside all of us who is begging to be seen and heard. You are worth investing your time and energy into. Let me help you to see the light that is within you. I work with adults (18 and over) who struggle with anxiety, depression, mood disorder, borderline personality disorder, addictive personality/substance use, complex trauma and grief/loss.
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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.