Personality Disorders Therapists in Detroit, MI
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Innovative Therapeutic Solutions, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, SAP, CSSW, LLPC
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48226 (Online Only)
ITS provides mental, health and social services to those in need. ITS offers a collaboration of services for everyone, from the elderly to people with disabilities.These services includes Clinical Services, In-Home and Social Services which include Case Management services that can assist with improving your quality of life. ITS is credentialed and certified in thousands of insurance companies. All clinicians are CAQH (Counsel for Affordable Quality Healthcare) attested. We can help you with trauma, domestic violence, grief and loss, anger, depression, Substance Use Disorders, Personality Disorders, Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
ITS provides mental, health and social services to those in need. ITS offers a collaboration of services for everyone, from the elderly to people with disabilities.These services includes Clinical Services, In-Home and Social Services which include Case Management services that can assist with improving your quality of life. ITS is credentialed and certified in thousands of insurance companies. All clinicians are CAQH (Counsel for Affordable Quality Healthcare) attested. We can help you with trauma, domestic violence, grief and loss, anger, depression, Substance Use Disorders, Personality Disorders, Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
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Jessica Andreasen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48226
I work best with individuals who may be experiencing or recovering from trauma, struggling with symptoms of anxiety and depression, exploring the development of their identity, or working to improve romantic, familial and parent-child relationships. I have extensive experience in problems of codependency, suicide and self-harm, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, and PTSD. I am passionate about social justice and use frameworks of intersectional feminism, anti-racism and body liberation to help individuals understand how oppression and toxic systems can affect mental health. I am LGBTQ allied.
I work best with individuals who may be experiencing or recovering from trauma, struggling with symptoms of anxiety and depression, exploring the development of their identity, or working to improve romantic, familial and parent-child relationships. I have extensive experience in problems of codependency, suicide and self-harm, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, and PTSD. I am passionate about social justice and use frameworks of intersectional feminism, anti-racism and body liberation to help individuals understand how oppression and toxic systems can affect mental health. I am LGBTQ allied.
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LPC Institute, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48202 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Our treatment experience includes mood and personality disorders, and other personal issues of concern.
CURRENTLY, THE LPC INSTITUTE IS NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. The LPC Institute welcomes you to our beautiful, serene, therapeutic facility, where we offer culturally-sensitive services to reduce your emotional distress. We understand that life can throw unexpected curves to throw you off balance. We address your issues compassionately, theoretically, and practically, to help you become transformed to realize the best you. We invite you to give us a call to begin your journey on the road to restoration, and to enjoying a meaningful and productive life. Individuals (adults, children, and adolescents), couples, and groups are welcome.
Our treatment experience includes mood and personality disorders, and other personal issues of concern.
CURRENTLY, THE LPC INSTITUTE IS NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. The LPC Institute welcomes you to our beautiful, serene, therapeutic facility, where we offer culturally-sensitive services to reduce your emotional distress. We understand that life can throw unexpected curves to throw you off balance. We address your issues compassionately, theoretically, and practically, to help you become transformed to realize the best you. We invite you to give us a call to begin your journey on the road to restoration, and to enjoying a meaningful and productive life. Individuals (adults, children, and adolescents), couples, and groups are welcome.
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Melissa Lynne Andrews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48201 (Online Only)
Melissa has experience working with adults, college age students, and adolescents. Clinical issues that she has the most experience with includes personality disorders, depression, trauma, grief, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem issues, obsessive and compulsive behaviors, and stress management. A main focus of treatment is to establish a therapeutic alliance with the client. Melissa believes that having a good connection helps facilitate effective counseling and provides the best outcomes. In therapy, she is supportive, compassionate, and present with individuals both in times of struggle as well as times of achievement.
Melissa has experience working with adults, college age students, and adolescents. Clinical issues that she has the most experience with includes personality disorders, depression, trauma, grief, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem issues, obsessive and compulsive behaviors, and stress management. A main focus of treatment is to establish a therapeutic alliance with the client. Melissa believes that having a good connection helps facilitate effective counseling and provides the best outcomes. In therapy, she is supportive, compassionate, and present with individuals both in times of struggle as well as times of achievement.
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Mariena Celene Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48202
Waitlist for new clients
Through a psychodynamic lens, I have experience working with clients to treat depression, anxiety, mood and personality disorders, PTSD, OCD, sexual trauma, grief and loss, couples conflicts, and addiction.
When life feels overwhelming, hard to navigate, or burdensome, therapy can offer a consistent and safe environment of support. I believe in integrating all aspects of the individual into the therapeutic experience to view challenges through a holistic approach. You are a full spectrum person, and by incorporating the body, spirit, and mind in therapy, we can work together to develop an improved quality of life and achieve your goals. As your therapist it is important to me to develop a collaborative and trusting relationship with you, serving as the foundation for growth. I believe in therapy as a support to feel confident and free.
Through a psychodynamic lens, I have experience working with clients to treat depression, anxiety, mood and personality disorders, PTSD, OCD, sexual trauma, grief and loss, couples conflicts, and addiction.
When life feels overwhelming, hard to navigate, or burdensome, therapy can offer a consistent and safe environment of support. I believe in integrating all aspects of the individual into the therapeutic experience to view challenges through a holistic approach. You are a full spectrum person, and by incorporating the body, spirit, and mind in therapy, we can work together to develop an improved quality of life and achieve your goals. As your therapist it is important to me to develop a collaborative and trusting relationship with you, serving as the foundation for growth. I believe in therapy as a support to feel confident and free.
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Transcending Hope Institute
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48213
We offer mental health services to address depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorders, borderline personality disorders, substance use, and more.
Our focus is to offer hope, help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan to help you build a life worth living.
We offer mental health services to address depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorders, borderline personality disorders, substance use, and more.
Our focus is to offer hope, help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan to help you build a life worth living.
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I have worked with adolescents, teens, and adults treating various diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and trauma.
As a therapist, I understand that it can take time to develop a relationship and open up to a stranger about personal life and history. My goal is to work with each person to create a trusting relationship that allows each individual to be heard and respected. I value looking at each client's individual and unique strengths to help them find creative strategies that best fit their needs and lifestyles so that they can be successful in both their short-term and long-term goals.
I have worked with adolescents, teens, and adults treating various diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and trauma.
As a therapist, I understand that it can take time to develop a relationship and open up to a stranger about personal life and history. My goal is to work with each person to create a trusting relationship that allows each individual to be heard and respected. I value looking at each client's individual and unique strengths to help them find creative strategies that best fit their needs and lifestyles so that they can be successful in both their short-term and long-term goals.
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Bryce (Brees) Routhier
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48206 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, personal growth issues, spiritual experiences, sexual trauma, & issues faced by the LGBT+ community.
Are you struggling with something in your life or the world as a whole? Do you need someone who can listen with a nonjudgmental & discerning ear? Have you come to a place in your personal growth where you need help? If any of the above describes you or you just need help. Feel free to contact me. My name is Bryce (Pronounced B-rees rather than B-rice). I am a counselor working in Michigan via Teletherapy. I am also a trans woman. I have spent the last decade learning everything I can to support people with compassion and skills to aid them on their personal journey. Hope to hear for you soon!
As a therapist, I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, personal growth issues, spiritual experiences, sexual trauma, & issues faced by the LGBT+ community.
Are you struggling with something in your life or the world as a whole? Do you need someone who can listen with a nonjudgmental & discerning ear? Have you come to a place in your personal growth where you need help? If any of the above describes you or you just need help. Feel free to contact me. My name is Bryce (Pronounced B-rees rather than B-rice). I am a counselor working in Michigan via Teletherapy. I am also a trans woman. I have spent the last decade learning everything I can to support people with compassion and skills to aid them on their personal journey. Hope to hear for you soon!
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Wendy Gornick-Maycroft
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48203 (Online Only)
My clinical expertise is in DBT, forensics, personality disorders, and PTSD/trauma. I am certified in DBT and CCTP (certified clinical trauma professional) levels I/II. Other areas of clinical experience and treatment provided include veterans issues, couples therapy, adoption-related issues/attachment disorders, mood disorders, psychosis, and infertility. If clients are taking medications, I will coordinate with prescribers.
My clinical expertise is in DBT, forensics, personality disorders, and PTSD/trauma. I am certified in DBT and CCTP (certified clinical trauma professional) levels I/II. Other areas of clinical experience and treatment provided include veterans issues, couples therapy, adoption-related issues/attachment disorders, mood disorders, psychosis, and infertility. If clients are taking medications, I will coordinate with prescribers.
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Client who’s willing and ready to make a change and willing to work on everything that needs to happen. Issues include anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. Goals include finding ways to manage the triggers and find healthy problem solving techniques
Client who’s willing and ready to make a change and willing to work on everything that needs to happen. Issues include anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. Goals include finding ways to manage the triggers and find healthy problem solving techniques
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Heather Friend
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48201 (Online Only)
Currently accepting clients that reside in Illinois, Colorado, and Michigan. If you struggle to find hope, this is the place to be. Please know that I offer my services via better help. Please click on my website link to see my profile and also client reviews. I offer a safe and accepting space for you to explore and understand your needs, strengths, thoughts, and feelings. It is important that you feel comfortable in therapy. We can work together to establish trust and also understand how to overcome the challenges you are facing and create healing and positive changes in your life.
Currently accepting clients that reside in Illinois, Colorado, and Michigan. If you struggle to find hope, this is the place to be. Please know that I offer my services via better help. Please click on my website link to see my profile and also client reviews. I offer a safe and accepting space for you to explore and understand your needs, strengths, thoughts, and feelings. It is important that you feel comfortable in therapy. We can work together to establish trust and also understand how to overcome the challenges you are facing and create healing and positive changes in your life.
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I provide forensic evaluation services for both criminal and civil matters. Common referrals include competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and violence risk. I completed a postdoctoral fellowship in forensic psychology through the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and have consistently been qualified as an expert witness. Particular areas of interest are schizophrenia-spectrum disorders, drug induced psychosis, extreme overvalued beliefs versus delusions, and malingering. I also provide consultation and review of other expert's work.
I provide forensic evaluation services for both criminal and civil matters. Common referrals include competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and violence risk. I completed a postdoctoral fellowship in forensic psychology through the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and have consistently been qualified as an expert witness. Particular areas of interest are schizophrenia-spectrum disorders, drug induced psychosis, extreme overvalued beliefs versus delusions, and malingering. I also provide consultation and review of other expert's work.
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Tricia Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLCSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48201
As a clinician, I believe in meeting clients where they are, identifying their strengths and barriers, in order to assist in developing a personalized plan for treatment and life management. I do not believe in a “cookie-cutter” method, and I am very open to exploring new methods and using multiple approaches to help each client individually. I assist my clients with understanding their behavior patterns and the changes they want to make while in treatment. Being in therapy means some form of change. Change can be different from client to client because each client has unique needs.
As a clinician, I believe in meeting clients where they are, identifying their strengths and barriers, in order to assist in developing a personalized plan for treatment and life management. I do not believe in a “cookie-cutter” method, and I am very open to exploring new methods and using multiple approaches to help each client individually. I assist my clients with understanding their behavior patterns and the changes they want to make while in treatment. Being in therapy means some form of change. Change can be different from client to client because each client has unique needs.
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We are a group practice in the heart if Detroit with multiple seasoned providers with over 25 years experience. We primarily serve adults clients of all ages where we address a wide variety of treatment issues, specifically utilizing a treatment style that caters to each client’s individual needs. We are currently accepting new clients for individual therapy and psychological testing. We accept BCBS, Aetna, or are self-pay. We can also assist with “out of network” benefits if we do not take your insurance.
We are a group practice in the heart if Detroit with multiple seasoned providers with over 25 years experience. We primarily serve adults clients of all ages where we address a wide variety of treatment issues, specifically utilizing a treatment style that caters to each client’s individual needs. We are currently accepting new clients for individual therapy and psychological testing. We accept BCBS, Aetna, or are self-pay. We can also assist with “out of network” benefits if we do not take your insurance.
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Gail Rush-Cullors
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48223
Waitlist for new clients
I am a professional counselor with over 20 years of experience working with people from all ages and backgrounds. My goal is to support you with personal growth, self-empowerment and positive life changes. I offer telehealth and in-person sessions. I currently have a waiting list for new clients.
I am a professional counselor with over 20 years of experience working with people from all ages and backgrounds. My goal is to support you with personal growth, self-empowerment and positive life changes. I offer telehealth and in-person sessions. I currently have a waiting list for new clients.
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Better Days Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48227 (Online Only)
Do you feel like you're not good enough? Do you feel like you're not in control? Do you feel like you've been overlooked? Are you harboring feelings of anger, or resentment towards yourself or someone else? Are you in a never ending cycle of worry, guilt, denial, or regret? Is it hard for you to be around others without feeling judged or ridiculed? If you have answered yes to ANY of the above questions, let me help you. I provide therapy in an authentic nonjudgmental manner for individuals, couples or families.
Do you feel like you're not good enough? Do you feel like you're not in control? Do you feel like you've been overlooked? Are you harboring feelings of anger, or resentment towards yourself or someone else? Are you in a never ending cycle of worry, guilt, denial, or regret? Is it hard for you to be around others without feeling judged or ridiculed? If you have answered yes to ANY of the above questions, let me help you. I provide therapy in an authentic nonjudgmental manner for individuals, couples or families.
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Healing and growth looks different for everyone, Tanisha would love to meet you where you're at on your journey. She provides skills and tools on how to navigate life's challenges while exploring ways to create peace and balance in your life. Said challenges may include (but are not limited to) stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem issues, negative thoughts, cycles of toxic patterns, work-life balance, and relationship issues (friends, work, intimate). Allow yourself to experience what life may look like when changing the perspective from hurt to healing and pain to power.
Healing and growth looks different for everyone, Tanisha would love to meet you where you're at on your journey. She provides skills and tools on how to navigate life's challenges while exploring ways to create peace and balance in your life. Said challenges may include (but are not limited to) stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem issues, negative thoughts, cycles of toxic patterns, work-life balance, and relationship issues (friends, work, intimate). Allow yourself to experience what life may look like when changing the perspective from hurt to healing and pain to power.
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Maquira Oliver Clinical Supervisor
Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48235 (Online Only)
Peace of mind is attained not by ignoring problems, but by solving them. — Raymond Hull. Are you seeking new methods of communication with others as well as to yourself? With two decades of experience, I want to support you in your journey of healing from PTSD, depression, anxiety and situational life struggles. I'll provide you compassionate and empathetic treatment that may involve CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Moral Reconation Therapy, along with other methods that caters to bringing out the peace of mind that you deserve.
Peace of mind is attained not by ignoring problems, but by solving them. — Raymond Hull. Are you seeking new methods of communication with others as well as to yourself? With two decades of experience, I want to support you in your journey of healing from PTSD, depression, anxiety and situational life struggles. I'll provide you compassionate and empathetic treatment that may involve CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Moral Reconation Therapy, along with other methods that caters to bringing out the peace of mind that you deserve.
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Nishani Jayawardena
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48202 (Online Only)
The approach I take to therapy is centered around supporting the needs of clients and guiding them towards self-actualization. By creating a safe space, an individual can explore their deepest and most authentic self. This personalized environment brings together multiculturalism, inclusivity, and perspectives that embrace diversity with open arms. If nothing else, I guarantee honesty; I stand true to the roots of therapy with a focus on authenticity.
The approach I take to therapy is centered around supporting the needs of clients and guiding them towards self-actualization. By creating a safe space, an individual can explore their deepest and most authentic self. This personalized environment brings together multiculturalism, inclusivity, and perspectives that embrace diversity with open arms. If nothing else, I guarantee honesty; I stand true to the roots of therapy with a focus on authenticity.
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Raphael A. Tramble
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48221 (Online Only)
Do you ever want to feel validated, heard, understood, and not judged by others? Are you still recovering from pain due to grief or trauma? Some days it feels like you are alone and misunderstood, but it does not have to be that way. Based on my experience as a clinical therapist, I specialize in working with Teens and adults focusing on but not limited to anger management, anxiety, depression, grief and loss with a vision to empower clients to feel confident, assurance within themselves, closure and normalize feelings with reasonable solutions and coping skills to manage everyday life.
Do you ever want to feel validated, heard, understood, and not judged by others? Are you still recovering from pain due to grief or trauma? Some days it feels like you are alone and misunderstood, but it does not have to be that way. Based on my experience as a clinical therapist, I specialize in working with Teens and adults focusing on but not limited to anger management, anxiety, depression, grief and loss with a vision to empower clients to feel confident, assurance within themselves, closure and normalize feelings with reasonable solutions and coping skills to manage everyday life.
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Personality Disorders Therapists
What are the common treatment options for personality disorders?
Personality disorders are typically treated with psychotherapy, sometimes in conjunction with medication. Therapy can help people with personality disorders develop skills to tolerate difficult emotions, navigate interpersonal relationships, and solidify their sense of self. Medications can treat symptoms that co-occur with the disorder, such as depression, anger, aggression, and impulsivity.
When to seek treatment for personality disorders?
Even though treatment for personality disorders can be an uphill battle, it’s best to seek help if you suspect that you or a loved one is struggling with one, because personality disorders can create substantial problems in life. Symptoms depend on the specific disorder, but overall signs of personality disorders include consistent difficulty maintaining close relationships, dramatic variations in self-esteem, and an unstable sense of identity.
How long does therapy take for personality disorders?
The timeline for treating personality disorders isn’t as clear-cut as it is for other disorders. Change can be difficult, taking from around one year to five, 10, or more. The key is finding a therapist who has extensive experience treating the relevant disorder. For example, a psychologist who specializes in narcissistic personality disorder has specific communication strategies that allow them to sustain the relationship and be more effective with narcissistic patients.
Can therapy help people with personality disorders?
Research suggests that for those who are motivated to address concerns or interpersonal conflict related to a personality disorder, therapy is far more effective than no treatment, and that most people in therapy see improvements. However, since personality disorders involve entrenched elements of identity, they are less responsive to treatment than are other mental health conditions. Finding an expert who has extensive experience working with a given personality disorder is one factor that increases the likelihood of successful treatment.