Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Oakbrook Terrace, IL
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.
The current healthcare industry has failed many people living with chronic physical and mental health diseases. People are faced with a large push for psychiatric medication, misdiagnosis, and a one-dimensional approach to treatment. It is time for a more holistic, whole-body solution to people’s health. This is the pledge that Nelmar Health Centers have made. No matter what you are struggling with, Nelmar Health Centers can help you live a happier and healthier life. We offer comprehensive diagnostic measures, counseling, Neurotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, dietary and herb management, yoga, and meditation under one roof.
The current healthcare industry has failed many people living with chronic physical and mental health diseases. People are faced with a large push for psychiatric medication, misdiagnosis, and a one-dimensional approach to treatment. It is time for a more holistic, whole-body solution to people’s health. This is the pledge that Nelmar Health Centers have made. No matter what you are struggling with, Nelmar Health Centers can help you live a happier and healthier life. We offer comprehensive diagnostic measures, counseling, Neurotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, dietary and herb management, yoga, and meditation under one roof.
Dr. Demers believes that a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship is necessary for meaningful behavioral change. His approach emphasizes the development of rapport and encourages patients to provide open and honest feedback throughout the therapeutic relationship. His practice utilizes a variety of modalities including cognitive behavioral (CBT), acceptance and commitment (ACT), dialectical behavioral (DBT) and functional analytic (FAP) therapies. Dr. Demers completed his doctorate at Adler University in Chicago. He has experience working with school-age children, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Demers believes that a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship is necessary for meaningful behavioral change. His approach emphasizes the development of rapport and encourages patients to provide open and honest feedback throughout the therapeutic relationship. His practice utilizes a variety of modalities including cognitive behavioral (CBT), acceptance and commitment (ACT), dialectical behavioral (DBT) and functional analytic (FAP) therapies. Dr. Demers completed his doctorate at Adler University in Chicago. He has experience working with school-age children, adolescents, and adults.
I treat children, adolescents, couples and family in a variety of therapeutic means. I have used cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, EMDR, behavioral, and eclectic therapies in addition to others. I also have experience working with behavioral, mood, anxiety, conduct and other specialties. I appreciate diversity and love working with others of various cultures, abilities and races.
I treat children, adolescents, couples and family in a variety of therapeutic means. I have used cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, EMDR, behavioral, and eclectic therapies in addition to others. I also have experience working with behavioral, mood, anxiety, conduct and other specialties. I appreciate diversity and love working with others of various cultures, abilities and races.
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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.
Sculpting meaning from our lives can be challenging especially during difficult times. I am a licensed clinical Psychologist who provides evidence-based therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and am a Linehan Board Certified clinician with an expertise in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I have an expertise treating a wide range of mental disorders with a specific focus on problems of emotional dysregulation including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders.
Sculpting meaning from our lives can be challenging especially during difficult times. I am a licensed clinical Psychologist who provides evidence-based therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and am a Linehan Board Certified clinician with an expertise in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I have an expertise treating a wide range of mental disorders with a specific focus on problems of emotional dysregulation including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders.
Rose Mary Spizzirri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Everyone goes through times of struggle and needs someone to listen, reflect and help them move forward. We specialize in working with persons who have experienced trauma, abuse or neglect. Trauma can lead to many life issues & symptoms that we can help you manage & alleviate. Using trauma-informed attachment focused psychotherapy we provide parents with therapeutic skills to help their children heal. I have worked with families, kids, & adults for 25 of years who have various mental illnesses and emotional challenges. Everyone deserves happiness & we can help you through the healing process to restore your mind, body & spirit.
Everyone goes through times of struggle and needs someone to listen, reflect and help them move forward. We specialize in working with persons who have experienced trauma, abuse or neglect. Trauma can lead to many life issues & symptoms that we can help you manage & alleviate. Using trauma-informed attachment focused psychotherapy we provide parents with therapeutic skills to help their children heal. I have worked with families, kids, & adults for 25 of years who have various mental illnesses and emotional challenges. Everyone deserves happiness & we can help you through the healing process to restore your mind, body & spirit.
Anxiety, depression, and other symptoms can cause you to feel alone in your journey. Life can be stressful, overwhelming and difficult at time and it takes a lot of courage and strength to take the initial steps to seek help. As a licensed social worker, I would like to welcome the opportunity to work with you in making the changes. I will provide insight,guidance, a safe environment where you can feel empowered to find clarity and self-awareness to make the needed and wanted changes.
Anxiety, depression, and other symptoms can cause you to feel alone in your journey. Life can be stressful, overwhelming and difficult at time and it takes a lot of courage and strength to take the initial steps to seek help. As a licensed social worker, I would like to welcome the opportunity to work with you in making the changes. I will provide insight,guidance, a safe environment where you can feel empowered to find clarity and self-awareness to make the needed and wanted changes.
Megan Wills is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults, adolescents, and families. She practices from a relational, trauma-informed, and intersectional feminist lens. Megan believes that the foundation of good therapy is a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship. She works to create a space where clients can experience safety, support, and unconditional positive regard, build insight into their values, and live a better life.
Megan Wills is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults, adolescents, and families. She practices from a relational, trauma-informed, and intersectional feminist lens. Megan believes that the foundation of good therapy is a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship. She works to create a space where clients can experience safety, support, and unconditional positive regard, build insight into their values, and live a better life.
Susan A Gabel
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP-II, CATP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lombard, IL 60148
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Life can throw a lot of stressors our way, and for many, this can lead to anxiety, shutdown, and/or feelings of overwhelm. Early childhood experiences have a significant impact on how we respond to stress. I specialize in treating complex or attachment trauma and have training in treatment modalities which support the brain’s and body’s natural capacity to heal. I work with teens, adults, and specifically therapists, to increase awareness of underlying patterns and assist in the healing of unprocessed events. My role is to provide support as we work together towards increasing your overall emotional capacity and regulation.
Life can throw a lot of stressors our way, and for many, this can lead to anxiety, shutdown, and/or feelings of overwhelm. Early childhood experiences have a significant impact on how we respond to stress. I specialize in treating complex or attachment trauma and have training in treatment modalities which support the brain’s and body’s natural capacity to heal. I work with teens, adults, and specifically therapists, to increase awareness of underlying patterns and assist in the healing of unprocessed events. My role is to provide support as we work together towards increasing your overall emotional capacity and regulation.
Hey there! I’m Celia, and I know life can get messy sometimes. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in a rut, or working through past pain, you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to help you navigate those tough times and find your way back to feeling like yourself again. We’ll work together to figure out what you need, whether that's support through a big life change or just someone to listen and help you make sense of things. You deserve to feel supported, understood, and empowered, and that’s exactly what I’m here for. I love working with folks from all walks of life, including children, teens, and adults.
Hey there! I’m Celia, and I know life can get messy sometimes. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in a rut, or working through past pain, you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to help you navigate those tough times and find your way back to feeling like yourself again. We’ll work together to figure out what you need, whether that's support through a big life change or just someone to listen and help you make sense of things. You deserve to feel supported, understood, and empowered, and that’s exactly what I’m here for. I love working with folks from all walks of life, including children, teens, and adults.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, families, and individuals and am committed to collaborating with each person to provide a non-judgmental, personalized therapeutic experience. I am dedicated to helping others to understand their difficulties and to create healthy ways to value themselves and others.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, families, and individuals and am committed to collaborating with each person to provide a non-judgmental, personalized therapeutic experience. I am dedicated to helping others to understand their difficulties and to create healthy ways to value themselves and others.
Karla Bonkowski Magnan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA, CTTP, CDM
Verified Verified
Lombard, IL 60148 (Online Only)
TV Host. Licensed in Illinois, Florida, and Vermont! 2023-24 Marquis’ WHO’s WHO Globally Specialty in Trauma in adults and adolescents as a Certified Trauma Treatment Professional. For 20 years I specialized in divorce issues, both in families with high amounts of conflict and custody disagreements and provide support during this difficult transition. In addition, I have a strong background in Attachment, and I specialize in Attachment issues in children and adults and address the various challenges clients face in their current relationships. I use EMDR when appropriate and myriad Neuropsychological interventions.
TV Host. Licensed in Illinois, Florida, and Vermont! 2023-24 Marquis’ WHO’s WHO Globally Specialty in Trauma in adults and adolescents as a Certified Trauma Treatment Professional. For 20 years I specialized in divorce issues, both in families with high amounts of conflict and custody disagreements and provide support during this difficult transition. In addition, I have a strong background in Attachment, and I specialize in Attachment issues in children and adults and address the various challenges clients face in their current relationships. I use EMDR when appropriate and myriad Neuropsychological interventions.
Olga L Padilla-Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PEL:SSW, CBITS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Villa Park, IL 60181
My ideal clients are children and adolescents who are navigating various mental health challenges. These young individuals may be dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, or the emotional aftermath of significant life events. Their primary goals often include improving their emotional regulation, enhancing their social skills, and achieving academic success. They seek a supportive and understanding environment where they can express their feelings openly and work towards building resilience and coping strategies. By providing tailored interventions and compassionate guidance, I aim to help them overcome their hurdles.
My ideal clients are children and adolescents who are navigating various mental health challenges. These young individuals may be dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, or the emotional aftermath of significant life events. Their primary goals often include improving their emotional regulation, enhancing their social skills, and achieving academic success. They seek a supportive and understanding environment where they can express their feelings openly and work towards building resilience and coping strategies. By providing tailored interventions and compassionate guidance, I aim to help them overcome their hurdles.
I provide integrative therapy to individuals and their families specializing in the provision of treatment to those dealing with the mental health effects associated with chronic illness. I also work with individuals diagnosed with medical health diagnoses such as Heart Disease, Cancer, and Diabetes, to name just a few, among the aging population. I bring the same kindness and compassion to my clients that professionals have given me throughout the years, understanding that when individuals feel overwhelmed due to life circumstances, the need for connection, guidance, and support is profound.
I provide integrative therapy to individuals and their families specializing in the provision of treatment to those dealing with the mental health effects associated with chronic illness. I also work with individuals diagnosed with medical health diagnoses such as Heart Disease, Cancer, and Diabetes, to name just a few, among the aging population. I bring the same kindness and compassion to my clients that professionals have given me throughout the years, understanding that when individuals feel overwhelmed due to life circumstances, the need for connection, guidance, and support is profound.
This profile reflects the most up to date information. 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 reflects the most up to date information. 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.
Are you struggling with negative thinking, regulating emotions or behavior issues? Are you a new parent feeling overwhelmed? Working together, my approach guides you toward meaningful growth by helping you recognize your own strengths and potential. I work to adjust my therapeutic methods based on your specific needs, fostering a safe space where you feel empowered to overcome life’s challenges and achieve a deeper sense of satisfaction in life and relationships. I love working with individuals of all ages, couples, and parents looking for new parenting skills.
Are you struggling with negative thinking, regulating emotions or behavior issues? Are you a new parent feeling overwhelmed? Working together, my approach guides you toward meaningful growth by helping you recognize your own strengths and potential. I work to adjust my therapeutic methods based on your specific needs, fostering a safe space where you feel empowered to overcome life’s challenges and achieve a deeper sense of satisfaction in life and relationships. I love working with individuals of all ages, couples, and parents looking for new parenting skills.
Tom Stamas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Lombard, IL 60148 (Online Only)
When life is challenging it can be hard to know what to do or where to turn to. You feel worried, angry, or sad. You don't think you're "good enough." It's hard to get things done. You can't let loose and fully enjoy life. You might be struggling with an addiction. You aren't where you thought you'd be at this point in time and you know you’re capable of so much more. You want fulfillment, success, fun, money, and love. I can help. I am a collaborative, caring therapist. Together we will identify your needs and learn to take action to overcome obstacles and achieve your goals to make your life happy, comfortable, and meaningful.
When life is challenging it can be hard to know what to do or where to turn to. You feel worried, angry, or sad. You don't think you're "good enough." It's hard to get things done. You can't let loose and fully enjoy life. You might be struggling with an addiction. You aren't where you thought you'd be at this point in time and you know you’re capable of so much more. You want fulfillment, success, fun, money, and love. I can help. I am a collaborative, caring therapist. Together we will identify your needs and learn to take action to overcome obstacles and achieve your goals to make your life happy, comfortable, and meaningful.
Paige Fitterer - A Home For Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, PEL
Verified Verified
Elmhurst, IL 60126
With a practical nature, I collaborate with you to discover light, healing, and transformation in even the most demanding of life events. Self development and empowerment begin with a trusting, open, therapeutic relationship and I structure my practice around these values. I have extensive experiences providing services to a diverse range of individuals across multiple settings which has equipped me with an integrated approach to therapy. Using a trauma focused lens I work with clients to make past present connections to increase self awareness and change.
With a practical nature, I collaborate with you to discover light, healing, and transformation in even the most demanding of life events. Self development and empowerment begin with a trusting, open, therapeutic relationship and I structure my practice around these values. I have extensive experiences providing services to a diverse range of individuals across multiple settings which has equipped me with an integrated approach to therapy. Using a trauma focused lens I work with clients to make past present connections to increase self awareness and change.
Mind Body Neurotherapy, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, BCN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lombard, IL 60148
Is it time to make a change? Welcome to Mind Body Neurotherapy! Trouble with anxiety or moods? Need help for your child? Relationships taking a hit? We help with a safe place of support, confidentiality and freedom to speak. We are open and accepting new clients. We see children, teens, adults and couples. Counseling, neurofeedback and infrared light therapy are all offered. With these methods, we have the tools to help you find the changes you want and return your focus and energy.
Is it time to make a change? Welcome to Mind Body Neurotherapy! Trouble with anxiety or moods? Need help for your child? Relationships taking a hit? We help with a safe place of support, confidentiality and freedom to speak. We are open and accepting new clients. We see children, teens, adults and couples. Counseling, neurofeedback and infrared light therapy are all offered. With these methods, we have the tools to help you find the changes you want and return your focus and energy.
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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.