Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Hinsdale, IL

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Mina Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois. I’m experienced in addressing various mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma/PTSD, life transition/stressors, relational problems, and self-esteem issues. I'm most passionate about supporting people with Borderline Personality Disorder, Anxiety, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I have experience working in various mental health treatment settings such as an outpatient therapy office, inpatient psychiatric hospital, and residential treatment center.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois. I’m experienced in addressing various mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma/PTSD, life transition/stressors, relational problems, and self-esteem issues. I'm most passionate about supporting people with Borderline Personality Disorder, Anxiety, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I have experience working in various mental health treatment settings such as an outpatient therapy office, inpatient psychiatric hospital, and residential treatment center.
(217) 885-2661 View (217) 885-2661
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Dawn Krawczyk
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Hello. My therapeutic experience is layered with an emphasis on relational concerns, problematic personality traits, and mood disorders. I attend to clients with psychological, emotional, and physical trauma and/or neglect. Support is offered for recovery from narcissistic or borderline personality abuse. I am a Certified Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor and trained in Domestic Violence, EMDR, and Divorce Mediation. I treat clients who endure anxiety, depression, anger, grief, attachment, identity, and low self-esteem concerns. I assist with life transitions, stress management, family conflict, and parenting skills.
Hello. My therapeutic experience is layered with an emphasis on relational concerns, problematic personality traits, and mood disorders. I attend to clients with psychological, emotional, and physical trauma and/or neglect. Support is offered for recovery from narcissistic or borderline personality abuse. I am a Certified Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor and trained in Domestic Violence, EMDR, and Divorce Mediation. I treat clients who endure anxiety, depression, anger, grief, attachment, identity, and low self-esteem concerns. I assist with life transitions, stress management, family conflict, and parenting skills.
(630) 282-6955 View (630) 282-6955
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Laura Jaramillo
Counselor, MS, LCPC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling lost, stressed or overwhelmed with your life's challenges? Finding a therapist who can truly understand and help you navigate through the complexities of life can be truly life-changing. That's where I come in. With my expertise in Psychology and Counseling, and my 20 years of experience in making a lasting difference in people's lives, I am committed to helping you achieve a life filled with purpose, grace, freedom and ease. Starting from our very first session, I will take the time to understand your unique needs and goals, and tailor our sessions accordingly.
Are you feeling lost, stressed or overwhelmed with your life's challenges? Finding a therapist who can truly understand and help you navigate through the complexities of life can be truly life-changing. That's where I come in. With my expertise in Psychology and Counseling, and my 20 years of experience in making a lasting difference in people's lives, I am committed to helping you achieve a life filled with purpose, grace, freedom and ease. Starting from our very first session, I will take the time to understand your unique needs and goals, and tailor our sessions accordingly.
(847) 893-0865 View (847) 893-0865
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Chelsea Hudson
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hinsdale, IL 60521
If you are feeling trapped and consumed by anxiety, an eating disorder, body image distress or OCD, I am a personable, compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who can help you take charge of your life again. I would feel privileged to provide you with a safe space and useful coping tools in a friendly therapeutic setting. Intense emotions and obsessive thinking often take us out of the present moment and slow our progress towards a life of passion, presence and purpose.
If you are feeling trapped and consumed by anxiety, an eating disorder, body image distress or OCD, I am a personable, compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who can help you take charge of your life again. I would feel privileged to provide you with a safe space and useful coping tools in a friendly therapeutic setting. Intense emotions and obsessive thinking often take us out of the present moment and slow our progress towards a life of passion, presence and purpose.
(312) 635-5633 View (312) 635-5633
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Jorie Miklos
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hinsdale, IL 60521  (Online Only)
I’m here to listen to the story that you’ve written for yourself so far, and to help you write the next chapter. For us, the goal will be to help you find some much-needed balance in your life, despite all of the obstacles that may be slowing you down and forcing you to live outside of who you really want to be. It’s a fast-paced world out there, and I understand the types of demands that society has placed upon us. And often times, those demands can leave us feeling defeated, exhausted, frustrated, and unmotivated to be who we really want to be – and still, we’re forced to “keep it together.”
I’m here to listen to the story that you’ve written for yourself so far, and to help you write the next chapter. For us, the goal will be to help you find some much-needed balance in your life, despite all of the obstacles that may be slowing you down and forcing you to live outside of who you really want to be. It’s a fast-paced world out there, and I understand the types of demands that society has placed upon us. And often times, those demands can leave us feeling defeated, exhausted, frustrated, and unmotivated to be who we really want to be – and still, we’re forced to “keep it together.”
(331) 214-5237 View (331) 214-5237
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Katie Butusov
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Seeking help can be scary and overwhelming, but you are not alone! I am here to offer a safe, nonjudgmental, and comfortable place that you can feel heard and validated. I believe that building strong foundations and relationships with people are imperative to the growth and healing of an individual’s mind and soul. I bring energy, compassion, and even a little humor to my work with clients, to create a collaborative environment that you can be comfortable and yourself in.
Seeking help can be scary and overwhelming, but you are not alone! I am here to offer a safe, nonjudgmental, and comfortable place that you can feel heard and validated. I believe that building strong foundations and relationships with people are imperative to the growth and healing of an individual’s mind and soul. I bring energy, compassion, and even a little humor to my work with clients, to create a collaborative environment that you can be comfortable and yourself in.
(331) 241-6562 View (331) 241-6562
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Lisa Keller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
I work with teens and adults who are experiencing mood disorders, eating disorders, and trauma. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and EMDR, a research-based method for trauma resolution. My treatment focus is to help my clients find the tools they feel are necessary to manage things on a day-to-day basis. Everyone is different and processes things in their own ways. Some people talk through things, while others do artwork. I take time to learn my clients’ needs and then guide them into the coping practice that best serves them.
I work with teens and adults who are experiencing mood disorders, eating disorders, and trauma. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and EMDR, a research-based method for trauma resolution. My treatment focus is to help my clients find the tools they feel are necessary to manage things on a day-to-day basis. Everyone is different and processes things in their own ways. Some people talk through things, while others do artwork. I take time to learn my clients’ needs and then guide them into the coping practice that best serves them.
(708) 249-3259 View (708) 249-3259
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Nicole Lesser
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Are you overwhelmed from school, work, home life? Wearing multiple hats can be exhausting. I can teach you various skills to reduce that stress as we navigate life transitions. My goal is to provide a safe space for you as we work together to build a meaningful relationship. Lets set goals to help you succeed!
Are you overwhelmed from school, work, home life? Wearing multiple hats can be exhausting. I can teach you various skills to reduce that stress as we navigate life transitions. My goal is to provide a safe space for you as we work together to build a meaningful relationship. Lets set goals to help you succeed!
(312) 262-7802 View (312) 262-7802
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Aleksandra Papież Zubek
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hinsdale, IL 60521
This profile is regularly updated, call or text us at 312-373-0035 to schedule an inquiry call. Having experienced my own share of life transitions and dedicated to helping others navigate similar journeys, I deeply empathize with what you're going through. I specialize in working with individuals amidst significant life changes who seek stability, structure, and security. My clients often face transitions such as career shifts, relationship changes, or personal growth journeys. Their challenges may manifest as anxiety, depression, uncertainty, and a sense of being overwhelmed by the unknown, coupled with a need to regain control.
This profile is regularly updated, call or text us at 312-373-0035 to schedule an inquiry call. Having experienced my own share of life transitions and dedicated to helping others navigate similar journeys, I deeply empathize with what you're going through. I specialize in working with individuals amidst significant life changes who seek stability, structure, and security. My clients often face transitions such as career shifts, relationship changes, or personal growth journeys. Their challenges may manifest as anxiety, depression, uncertainty, and a sense of being overwhelmed by the unknown, coupled with a need to regain control.
(630) 599-7302 View (630) 599-7302
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Karen C Shockley
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
I provide individual counseling to late adolescents and adults, with a special interest in adjustment and periods of transition. My clinical focus is on issues of mood and depression, stress and anxiety, adjustment to life transitions, relationship distress, grief, self-esteem and identity issues, self-harm, and trauma-related issues. I begin with a person-centered approach - believing in each person's potential - and utilize strategies appropriate to each client's unique situation, including CBT, family dynamics, relationship building, relaxation methods, DBT, and narrative therapy.
I provide individual counseling to late adolescents and adults, with a special interest in adjustment and periods of transition. My clinical focus is on issues of mood and depression, stress and anxiety, adjustment to life transitions, relationship distress, grief, self-esteem and identity issues, self-harm, and trauma-related issues. I begin with a person-centered approach - believing in each person's potential - and utilize strategies appropriate to each client's unique situation, including CBT, family dynamics, relationship building, relaxation methods, DBT, and narrative therapy.
(630) 749-2511 View (630) 749-2511
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Mary Gigi Borge
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA , LCPC, EMDR, NCC
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you seek relief from depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, PTSD, relationship difficulties or other challenges, I am excited to collaborate with clients who desire to live their unique lives fully, participate in their healing process and seek to establish genuine, compassionate relationship with themselves and others! I believe most of us are doing our best to become who we hope to be, and can benefit from seeking appropriate support. Therefore, I don’t see a diagnosis, but an amazing human who wants to thrive despite life’s many challenges.
Whether you seek relief from depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, PTSD, relationship difficulties or other challenges, I am excited to collaborate with clients who desire to live their unique lives fully, participate in their healing process and seek to establish genuine, compassionate relationship with themselves and others! I believe most of us are doing our best to become who we hope to be, and can benefit from seeking appropriate support. Therefore, I don’t see a diagnosis, but an amazing human who wants to thrive despite life’s many challenges.
(630) 407-1782 View (630) 407-1782
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Kimberly Tiscia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Hello! I'm Kimberly. I am a therapist who prioritizes genuine human connection and compassion and understands the importance of finding a therapist with whom you feel connected and safe with. I strive to provide a space that is casual, relaxed, and authentic while also ensuring that the hard work of therapy is able to be done. Some of my hopes for therapy are to help you live your life in a value aligned way, to encourage you to hold compassion for yourself, to better understand the relationship between thoughts and behaviors, and to help you practice acceptance of things we cannot change or control.
Hello! I'm Kimberly. I am a therapist who prioritizes genuine human connection and compassion and understands the importance of finding a therapist with whom you feel connected and safe with. I strive to provide a space that is casual, relaxed, and authentic while also ensuring that the hard work of therapy is able to be done. Some of my hopes for therapy are to help you live your life in a value aligned way, to encourage you to hold compassion for yourself, to better understand the relationship between thoughts and behaviors, and to help you practice acceptance of things we cannot change or control.
(630) 496-5412 View (630) 496-5412
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Paula K Brown
Counselor, MS, LCPC, CADC, Mediato
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
We all find ourselves at times in our life that we require nurturance to help us through life's changes. Loss in our lives requires care and guidance by a professional. Loss may be defined in various ways, it may be death, divorce, depression, addictions, infidelity, anxiety, infertility just to name a few. I work to specifically assist individuals, couples, families and groups to alleviate emotional disorders, to understand conscious and unconscious motivation, to resolve emotional, relationship and attitudinal conflicts and to help modify behaviors that interfere with effective emotional, social adaptive, and intellectual functioning.
We all find ourselves at times in our life that we require nurturance to help us through life's changes. Loss in our lives requires care and guidance by a professional. Loss may be defined in various ways, it may be death, divorce, depression, addictions, infidelity, anxiety, infertility just to name a few. I work to specifically assist individuals, couples, families and groups to alleviate emotional disorders, to understand conscious and unconscious motivation, to resolve emotional, relationship and attitudinal conflicts and to help modify behaviors that interfere with effective emotional, social adaptive, and intellectual functioning.
(630) 733-1450 View (630) 733-1450
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Zak Strine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
In the words of James Hillman: “If the oak is in the acorn - what’s in you?” Are you struggling with self-esteem, self-worth, or self-compassion? Are you feeling as if the pain and challenges you experience are hindering you from feeling whole and reaching your true potential? If so, I am here for you on your journey toward wellness. I believe each individual is a whole and multidimensional being, and I strive to provide services that help individuals realize and unlock the wisdom and healing potential that already lies dormant within them. I am here to help you grow and change in ways that are adaptable for you.
In the words of James Hillman: “If the oak is in the acorn - what’s in you?” Are you struggling with self-esteem, self-worth, or self-compassion? Are you feeling as if the pain and challenges you experience are hindering you from feeling whole and reaching your true potential? If so, I am here for you on your journey toward wellness. I believe each individual is a whole and multidimensional being, and I strive to provide services that help individuals realize and unlock the wisdom and healing potential that already lies dormant within them. I am here to help you grow and change in ways that are adaptable for you.
(708) 742-6591 View (708) 742-6591
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Maureen P Tamillow
Counselor, LCPC, RDDP, PEL
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Waitlist for new clients
I work with all aged clients. I have long -term school experience: teacher, counselor, administrator. I enjoy all ages.Many people enjoy my mix of therapeutic and personal coaching styles. During the years, I have advanced my training into divorce mediation and custody mediation. I have also expanded my clientelle to include people who have long-term illness with pain. I work with health issues to help people learn to better adapt to their condition while also finding and concentrating on creating healthy lifestyle choices and personal calmness. I consider my background in addiction as a pathway to help people achieve wellness.
I work with all aged clients. I have long -term school experience: teacher, counselor, administrator. I enjoy all ages.Many people enjoy my mix of therapeutic and personal coaching styles. During the years, I have advanced my training into divorce mediation and custody mediation. I have also expanded my clientelle to include people who have long-term illness with pain. I work with health issues to help people learn to better adapt to their condition while also finding and concentrating on creating healthy lifestyle choices and personal calmness. I consider my background in addiction as a pathway to help people achieve wellness.
(708) 274-7892 View (708) 274-7892
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Asma Halim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Our emotional health and well-being play a large role in the choices we make. If you find that issues such as anxiety and depression are consuming your life, psychotherapy can help you to take control over your feelings, and ultimately allow you to have more positive experiences.
Our emotional health and well-being play a large role in the choices we make. If you find that issues such as anxiety and depression are consuming your life, psychotherapy can help you to take control over your feelings, and ultimately allow you to have more positive experiences.
(312) 470-6933 View (312) 470-6933
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Brian Weir
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
*Offering both online and in-person sessions. Are you looking for a therapist who is engaging, warm, understanding, experienced and very knowledgeable? If so, I'm your therapist. I have helped others like you improve their relationships, overcome anxiety, depression and anger. Even if you have lost hope, together we can build self-confidence, strengthen resilience, and find motivation to overcome the obstacles. Whether you come for individual, or for couples therapy, my clients are often surprised what can be overcome and how much better things can be.
*Offering both online and in-person sessions. Are you looking for a therapist who is engaging, warm, understanding, experienced and very knowledgeable? If so, I'm your therapist. I have helped others like you improve their relationships, overcome anxiety, depression and anger. Even if you have lost hope, together we can build self-confidence, strengthen resilience, and find motivation to overcome the obstacles. Whether you come for individual, or for couples therapy, my clients are often surprised what can be overcome and how much better things can be.
(630) 517-5554 View (630) 517-5554
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Rachel Winborn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFA, MA, LSW
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Rachel’s creative background lends itself to an intuitive therapeutic practice and her recent training as a Social Worker brings her grounded in the world of each individual she works with. Rachel is an attuned, empathetic listener, who focuses on her clients’ needs. She has experience working with persons with chronic distress, complex PTSD, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, learning differences), faith-based injury/inquiry, grief/loss, identity, life transitions, parenting, family, and relationship issues.
Rachel’s creative background lends itself to an intuitive therapeutic practice and her recent training as a Social Worker brings her grounded in the world of each individual she works with. Rachel is an attuned, empathetic listener, who focuses on her clients’ needs. She has experience working with persons with chronic distress, complex PTSD, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, learning differences), faith-based injury/inquiry, grief/loss, identity, life transitions, parenting, family, and relationship issues.
(630) 446-6692 View (630) 446-6692
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Guided Path Psychological Services
Counselor, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hinsdale, IL 60521
"When life brings challenges that exceed your ability to cope, it might be the time to consider working with a competent, respectful, and understanding therapist. I believe in living life to the fullest extent possible, and sometimes that means peering into your past to understand how the solutions of yesterday transform to the problems of today. Whether your issue is substance abuse, unhealthy expression of anger, depression, anxiety, self esteem/body imagine or difficult relationships with others; counseling can be your first step towards a healthy way of living. Make that first step in your journey towards wellness.
"When life brings challenges that exceed your ability to cope, it might be the time to consider working with a competent, respectful, and understanding therapist. I believe in living life to the fullest extent possible, and sometimes that means peering into your past to understand how the solutions of yesterday transform to the problems of today. Whether your issue is substance abuse, unhealthy expression of anger, depression, anxiety, self esteem/body imagine or difficult relationships with others; counseling can be your first step towards a healthy way of living. Make that first step in your journey towards wellness.
(847) 243-6898 View (847) 243-6898
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Sarah Kelder
Psychologist, PsyD, SEP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Dr. Sarah Kelder is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience. She believes in a holistic, mind, body, and spirit approach to mental health and uses innovative and body-based methods to accelerate change and reduce distress. She is passionate about helping people relieve unnecessary suffering and find their joy, purpose, and meaning in life. Throughout her career she has provided individual, group, and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults and has provided psychotherapy and case management to children.
Dr. Sarah Kelder is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience. She believes in a holistic, mind, body, and spirit approach to mental health and uses innovative and body-based methods to accelerate change and reduce distress. She is passionate about helping people relieve unnecessary suffering and find their joy, purpose, and meaning in life. Throughout her career she has provided individual, group, and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults and has provided psychotherapy and case management to children.
(779) 218-5637 View (779) 218-5637
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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.