Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Fort Wayne, IN
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I work with a variety of individuals 18 and older, especially those suffering from psychotic conditions, including schizophrenia; sexual abuse and assault; and dissociative and personality disorders (borderline, schizoid, obsessional). I have treated physicians, nurses, clergy, military personnel, teachers and academics, but I enjoy working with people of all backgrounds, including other therapists seeking their own treatment. I enjoy working with anyone wanting an exploration of their mind in order to find deeper freedom in their inner life and an increased capacity to bear life's sorrows and its joys.
I work with a variety of individuals 18 and older, especially those suffering from psychotic conditions, including schizophrenia; sexual abuse and assault; and dissociative and personality disorders (borderline, schizoid, obsessional). I have treated physicians, nurses, clergy, military personnel, teachers and academics, but I enjoy working with people of all backgrounds, including other therapists seeking their own treatment. I enjoy working with anyone wanting an exploration of their mind in order to find deeper freedom in their inner life and an increased capacity to bear life's sorrows and its joys.
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Dotson Therapy & Associates, LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46801 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone struggling with depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder (BPD), or substance abuse. They need effective support to manage their emotions, develop healthier coping strategies, and address personal barriers. Their goals include achieving emotional stability, improving self-worth, and building a balanced life. They seek understanding and compassionate guidance to gain control over their challenges and work towards a fulfilling, hopeful future. They want to overcome their struggles and create a brighter path forward.
My ideal client is someone struggling with depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder (BPD), or substance abuse. They need effective support to manage their emotions, develop healthier coping strategies, and address personal barriers. Their goals include achieving emotional stability, improving self-worth, and building a balanced life. They seek understanding and compassionate guidance to gain control over their challenges and work towards a fulfilling, hopeful future. They want to overcome their struggles and create a brighter path forward.
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I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist who is also a member of the LGBTQI community and a strong advocate for Human Rights as well as the concerns related to the LGBTQI community. I believe that when individuals feel unbalanced they experience more struggles in their lives. The mental, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects must all be given attention so that balance in all facets of a person's life can be more easily obtained. The process of therapy is meant to help guide and encourage the client to address current and past issues that may be causing an individual to struggle to gain personal balance and happiness.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist who is also a member of the LGBTQI community and a strong advocate for Human Rights as well as the concerns related to the LGBTQI community. I believe that when individuals feel unbalanced they experience more struggles in their lives. The mental, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects must all be given attention so that balance in all facets of a person's life can be more easily obtained. The process of therapy is meant to help guide and encourage the client to address current and past issues that may be causing an individual to struggle to gain personal balance and happiness.
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I strongly believe in helping clients grow and heal the whole person. I focus on building on strengths to overcome stressors and struggles. I am on a journey with my clients to find Hope. I specialize in Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Self-Harm and Suicidal ideation, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Gender Identity, Phase of Life, and Substance Abuse/Addictions. I work with Individuals, Groups, and Families. I have been practicing since 2002 with and LCSW and LCAC. I have had experience in "couch" therapy, residential therapy, school counseling, consulting and supervising, as well as and coaching.
I strongly believe in helping clients grow and heal the whole person. I focus on building on strengths to overcome stressors and struggles. I am on a journey with my clients to find Hope. I specialize in Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Self-Harm and Suicidal ideation, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Gender Identity, Phase of Life, and Substance Abuse/Addictions. I work with Individuals, Groups, and Families. I have been practicing since 2002 with and LCSW and LCAC. I have had experience in "couch" therapy, residential therapy, school counseling, consulting and supervising, as well as and coaching.
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Jessi Mann
Counselor, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Waitlist for new clients
It can take a lot of courage to schedule your first counseling session. The therapeutic process involves vulnerability. This might feel pretty intimidating if you’ve lacked a safe space to process your feelings in the past! However, beyond the field of intimidation lies a place of personal empowerment through the therapeutic process. Unprocessed trauma can often leave us feeling paralyzed in a suffocating shadow of our past. Every room in our head might appear dark & without direction. We may even begin to develop distorted perceptions of ourselves and the world around us; which can lead to a lack of clarity & peace.
It can take a lot of courage to schedule your first counseling session. The therapeutic process involves vulnerability. This might feel pretty intimidating if you’ve lacked a safe space to process your feelings in the past! However, beyond the field of intimidation lies a place of personal empowerment through the therapeutic process. Unprocessed trauma can often leave us feeling paralyzed in a suffocating shadow of our past. Every room in our head might appear dark & without direction. We may even begin to develop distorted perceptions of ourselves and the world around us; which can lead to a lack of clarity & peace.
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Diana Lightfoot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Diana is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys working with individuals to help them overcome obstacles and reach their goals. She believes that everyone has unique strengths and abilities, and is capable of using their strengths to improve their lives. She works with her clients to create small wins, building trust through empathy and understanding. She connects with each individual in a a way that works for them. She lives for those moments of connection and progress, and draws tremendous joy and contentment from them
Diana is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys working with individuals to help them overcome obstacles and reach their goals. She believes that everyone has unique strengths and abilities, and is capable of using their strengths to improve their lives. She works with her clients to create small wins, building trust through empathy and understanding. She connects with each individual in a a way that works for them. She lives for those moments of connection and progress, and draws tremendous joy and contentment from them
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Sarah Smith
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
Waitlist for new clients
Hello there! Taking the necessary steps toward finding a therapist and starting therapy can be so intimidating. Give yourself credit for getting this far! I believe therapy is the most impactful when you have a genuine and meaningful connection with your therapist and because of this, I prioritize building compassionate and trusting relationships. My approach is rooted in an identity-affirming and trauma-informed framework and I strive to create a welcoming and empowering environment for all individuals.
Hello there! Taking the necessary steps toward finding a therapist and starting therapy can be so intimidating. Give yourself credit for getting this far! I believe therapy is the most impactful when you have a genuine and meaningful connection with your therapist and because of this, I prioritize building compassionate and trusting relationships. My approach is rooted in an identity-affirming and trauma-informed framework and I strive to create a welcoming and empowering environment for all individuals.
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Jade Milliman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Jade is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who specializes in working with adults. She believes in harnessing a person’s inner strengths to create change and improve their lives. She offers a safe, non-judgemental space for individuals, as they work towards their goals. She works to build deep, meaningful connections with each of her clients and celebrates alongside them at each milestone and victory.
Jade is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who specializes in working with adults. She believes in harnessing a person’s inner strengths to create change and improve their lives. She offers a safe, non-judgemental space for individuals, as they work towards their goals. She works to build deep, meaningful connections with each of her clients and celebrates alongside them at each milestone and victory.
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I have already counseled my ideal client. I worked with a client who came to me in her most significant time of need. She was ready to put in work and wanted to develop. She was diagnosed with Bipolar I and had several suicide attempts. She could externalize her mania and use fitness and wellness to push through her episodes. She is happy and healthy and uses her experiences to help others. My services involve psychotherapy using techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing (MI), with a trauma-informed framework.
I have already counseled my ideal client. I worked with a client who came to me in her most significant time of need. She was ready to put in work and wanted to develop. She was diagnosed with Bipolar I and had several suicide attempts. She could externalize her mania and use fitness and wellness to push through her episodes. She is happy and healthy and uses her experiences to help others. My services involve psychotherapy using techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing (MI), with a trauma-informed framework.
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Hello. Thank you for inquiring about counseling services. I look forward to hearing from you. I provide services for individuals, couples, and families, ages ranging from preteen (12) - adulthood. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, trauma, stress, depression, and relationship issues. I utilize traditional talk therapy, EMDR, and The TCM Method. My approach is strength based, person centered where the therapeutic relationship is key, along with a positive and supportive environment.
Hello. Thank you for inquiring about counseling services. I look forward to hearing from you. I provide services for individuals, couples, and families, ages ranging from preteen (12) - adulthood. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, trauma, stress, depression, and relationship issues. I utilize traditional talk therapy, EMDR, and The TCM Method. My approach is strength based, person centered where the therapeutic relationship is key, along with a positive and supportive environment.
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Naomi C. Rainwater
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFTA, CSAYC
Verified Verified
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
I am currently accepting new clients. I am scheduling for late June/early July. I enjoy building trusting and therapeutic relationships with my clients. I am honored each time a person allows me to become a part of their life and the change process. I enjoy working with individuals and families of all different shapes and sizes.
I am currently accepting new clients. I am scheduling for late June/early July. I enjoy building trusting and therapeutic relationships with my clients. I am honored each time a person allows me to become a part of their life and the change process. I enjoy working with individuals and families of all different shapes and sizes.
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Rachel Hartman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, BSN, LCAC
Verified Verified
Fort Wayne, IN 46845 (Online Only)
Prior to serving others’ in the field of Addictions/Substance Use and Mental Health issues, I served in the role of a Registered Nurse for multiple years. I received my BSN from Indiana University in 2002. I also served for The United States Air Force as an ICU nurse, and I am a proud Veteran of our country! Through my life journey and prayer, I decided to serve in the role of an Addictions/Mental Health therapist. I graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2017, with my M.A. in Licensed Clinical Addictions Counseling. I completed my Post-Masters in Licensed Mental Health Counseling in 2022, at IWU.
Prior to serving others’ in the field of Addictions/Substance Use and Mental Health issues, I served in the role of a Registered Nurse for multiple years. I received my BSN from Indiana University in 2002. I also served for The United States Air Force as an ICU nurse, and I am a proud Veteran of our country! Through my life journey and prayer, I decided to serve in the role of an Addictions/Mental Health therapist. I graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2017, with my M.A. in Licensed Clinical Addictions Counseling. I completed my Post-Masters in Licensed Mental Health Counseling in 2022, at IWU.
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Hello! Thank you for visiting my page and taking that first step. A little about me: I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Writing Exposure Therapy (WET), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for individuals, and have utilized Solution-Focused Brief Therapy for couples. If you prefer a Biblical approach, I am comfortable with Christian counseling as well. Finally, if you have experienced a trauma that you need help in healing, yet do not wish to talk about it in deep detail, ART and WET can be utilized to minimize the re-telling of your painful history. Whatever it is that brought you here, I'd be honored to help.
Hello! Thank you for visiting my page and taking that first step. A little about me: I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Writing Exposure Therapy (WET), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for individuals, and have utilized Solution-Focused Brief Therapy for couples. If you prefer a Biblical approach, I am comfortable with Christian counseling as well. Finally, if you have experienced a trauma that you need help in healing, yet do not wish to talk about it in deep detail, ART and WET can be utilized to minimize the re-telling of your painful history. Whatever it is that brought you here, I'd be honored to help.
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Franchesca Huffman
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
I work with children, families, parents, teens, and adults and strive to help them overcome challenges and hardships in their lives such as anxiety, depression, grief, adjustment and transition concerns, trauma, and many other mental health concerns. I seek to build a strong trusting relationship with my clients so that we can work together to work on some of life's harder issues.
I work with children, families, parents, teens, and adults and strive to help them overcome challenges and hardships in their lives such as anxiety, depression, grief, adjustment and transition concerns, trauma, and many other mental health concerns. I seek to build a strong trusting relationship with my clients so that we can work together to work on some of life's harder issues.
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Bree Ricker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
As a clinical social worker, Bree’s approach to the therapeutic process is rooted in valuing the dignity and worth of each person. Bree works with teenagers, adults and families who experience anxiety, depression, trauma and co-occuring disorders. She uses a strength-based and empowerment approach to guide individuals towards their own goals. Bree believes in the process of understanding, growth and healing and values the opportunity to connect and witness this process with each individual. Bree is also experienced in behavior modification for individuals with developmental and cognitive delays.
As a clinical social worker, Bree’s approach to the therapeutic process is rooted in valuing the dignity and worth of each person. Bree works with teenagers, adults and families who experience anxiety, depression, trauma and co-occuring disorders. She uses a strength-based and empowerment approach to guide individuals towards their own goals. Bree believes in the process of understanding, growth and healing and values the opportunity to connect and witness this process with each individual. Bree is also experienced in behavior modification for individuals with developmental and cognitive delays.
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I have worked extensively with at-risk youth and families, addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, and the effects of substance abuse on family dynamics. I utilize humanistic and existential psychotherapy to meet clients where they are and assist them in achieving their therapeutic goals. I gained specialized experience in multicultural counseling and bi-cultural adjustment through serving the refugee population of Fort Wayne and, I have a background in gender activism and politics. I use my experience working with marginal populations to create a safe and affirming space for all individuals.
I have worked extensively with at-risk youth and families, addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, and the effects of substance abuse on family dynamics. I utilize humanistic and existential psychotherapy to meet clients where they are and assist them in achieving their therapeutic goals. I gained specialized experience in multicultural counseling and bi-cultural adjustment through serving the refugee population of Fort Wayne and, I have a background in gender activism and politics. I use my experience working with marginal populations to create a safe and affirming space for all individuals.
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Catanna Roberson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about mental health and am grateful I have worked in this field over the last 14 years. As a Marriage and Family therapist for 5 years, I have found my calling working with professional helpers such as first responders, veterans, and military service members. I have a specific interest and expertise in working with professional helpers who have a hard time accepting or asking for help themselves. I have gotten to know the struggles of the professional helpers and their loved ones that I have had the honor to work with.
I am passionate about mental health and am grateful I have worked in this field over the last 14 years. As a Marriage and Family therapist for 5 years, I have found my calling working with professional helpers such as first responders, veterans, and military service members. I have a specific interest and expertise in working with professional helpers who have a hard time accepting or asking for help themselves. I have gotten to know the struggles of the professional helpers and their loved ones that I have had the honor to work with.
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I'm looking forward to meeting you, hearing your story and helping you find healing. Years of education and experience have afforded me the wisdom and ability to help you understand the mental distress you are experiencing, and then to collaborate and create the most effective treatment plan possible. I understand that the struggles we all face are personal and often profound. My goal is to create an atmosphere that provides my clients comfort, care, Christianity, and compassion. I also offer Clinical Supervision for counselors seeking hours for their LMHC candidacy and therapy and letters for ESA's.
I'm looking forward to meeting you, hearing your story and helping you find healing. Years of education and experience have afforded me the wisdom and ability to help you understand the mental distress you are experiencing, and then to collaborate and create the most effective treatment plan possible. I understand that the struggles we all face are personal and often profound. My goal is to create an atmosphere that provides my clients comfort, care, Christianity, and compassion. I also offer Clinical Supervision for counselors seeking hours for their LMHC candidacy and therapy and letters for ESA's.
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Bethany Kellogg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Waitlist for new clients
I love working with kids and seeing how play transforms lives! I am a clinical social worker and a registered play therapist (RPT). I have worked with kids with a variety of concerns including behaviors, trauma, and regulation. I'm very playful in my approach, using a lot of sensory tools and activities specific to each child. I am client-centered, strengths based, trauma-informed and use an eclectic approach.
I love working with kids and seeing how play transforms lives! I am a clinical social worker and a registered play therapist (RPT). I have worked with kids with a variety of concerns including behaviors, trauma, and regulation. I'm very playful in my approach, using a lot of sensory tools and activities specific to each child. I am client-centered, strengths based, trauma-informed and use an eclectic approach.
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I received my Bachelors in Social Work from Goshen College before obtaining my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. I am a seasoned therapist whose experience working in a variety of settings has equipped me to feel comfortable treating diverse populations, diagnoses, and issues. These include both adolescents and adults struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, Trauma, Anger, Addictions, Substance Abuse, Relationship issues, Personality Disorders, Bipolar, Self-harm, Suicidal Ideations, Stress, or simply needing some support through current situations.
I received my Bachelors in Social Work from Goshen College before obtaining my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. I am a seasoned therapist whose experience working in a variety of settings has equipped me to feel comfortable treating diverse populations, diagnoses, and issues. These include both adolescents and adults struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, Trauma, Anger, Addictions, Substance Abuse, Relationship issues, Personality Disorders, Bipolar, Self-harm, Suicidal Ideations, Stress, or simply needing some support through current situations.
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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.