Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Lino Lakes, MN

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Michelle Kahler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lino Lakes, MN 55014  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life is a journey down a long winding path, through forests and meadows, filled with obstacles that can easily trip us up. Each path is unique and I enjoy walking with clients on their journey. I believe in a client-centered, strength based approach to therapy. We work together to establish goals and develop treatment plans based on your priorities and needs.
Life is a journey down a long winding path, through forests and meadows, filled with obstacles that can easily trip us up. Each path is unique and I enjoy walking with clients on their journey. I believe in a client-centered, strength based approach to therapy. We work together to establish goals and develop treatment plans based on your priorities and needs.
(651) 419-5304 View (651) 419-5304
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Beth Hamer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
Life can be hard - you don’t have to struggle alone! The decision to be open to begin therapy is a major step forward. If you're experiencing low self-confidence, doubt, grief, anxiety, shame, or stress, there is a path to help you create a more fulfilling life in the present. I provide a safe nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported, and empowered as you go on this journey.
Life can be hard - you don’t have to struggle alone! The decision to be open to begin therapy is a major step forward. If you're experiencing low self-confidence, doubt, grief, anxiety, shame, or stress, there is a path to help you create a more fulfilling life in the present. I provide a safe nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported, and empowered as you go on this journey.
(651) 359-9345 View (651) 359-9345
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Maria Moua
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lino Lakes, MN 55014  (Online Only)
I help people who are stuck in painful cycles of conflict, who are ready to learn how to heal, break free and move forward. People who come to see me find that I have a keen ability to hear them from a deep-subconscious level; that I can help them become more self-aware and empowered into improving several areas of their life. More often than not, when I meet with people they feel like they have tried everything. That is why I don't believe in wasting peoples time, nor do I throw out unnecessary tools and tactics. This means that I am highly attentive to what realistically works best for you.
I help people who are stuck in painful cycles of conflict, who are ready to learn how to heal, break free and move forward. People who come to see me find that I have a keen ability to hear them from a deep-subconscious level; that I can help them become more self-aware and empowered into improving several areas of their life. More often than not, when I meet with people they feel like they have tried everything. That is why I don't believe in wasting peoples time, nor do I throw out unnecessary tools and tactics. This means that I am highly attentive to what realistically works best for you.
(651) 564-7836 View (651) 564-7836
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Kimberly Mensing
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lino Lakes, MN 55014  (Online Only)
Making the choice to start therapy is a difficult one. You’re here because you are making a brave choice and you’re wanting help to break from that feeling of being stuck in one or more areas of your life. You try and form healthier habits and quit the old ones, but for some reason it is not working. You desire relationships that build you up, but more often than not, you find yourself in unhealthy ones, and are left feeling confused and alone. Parenting, school and life feel overwhelming and you are ready for a long lasting change. Good News, you’ve come to the right place !
Making the choice to start therapy is a difficult one. You’re here because you are making a brave choice and you’re wanting help to break from that feeling of being stuck in one or more areas of your life. You try and form healthier habits and quit the old ones, but for some reason it is not working. You desire relationships that build you up, but more often than not, you find yourself in unhealthy ones, and are left feeling confused and alone. Parenting, school and life feel overwhelming and you are ready for a long lasting change. Good News, you’ve come to the right place !
(763) 284-3906 View (763) 284-3906
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Terry Riley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
Overwhelmed? Feeling distressed with worry, fear, sadness, despair, or a combination of difficult feelings? Relationship challenges? Parenting challenges? Terry is a family therapist who believes most people can manage their own lives, except for those few times when life throws a curveball, then we may have difficulty figuring how to handle that ball. We often find ourselves going in circles using old techniques. My desire and privilege is to come alongside you in your journey forward.
Overwhelmed? Feeling distressed with worry, fear, sadness, despair, or a combination of difficult feelings? Relationship challenges? Parenting challenges? Terry is a family therapist who believes most people can manage their own lives, except for those few times when life throws a curveball, then we may have difficulty figuring how to handle that ball. We often find ourselves going in circles using old techniques. My desire and privilege is to come alongside you in your journey forward.
(612) 295-0615 View (612) 295-0615
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Clear Passage Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
We are all trying to live a life that has meaning and worth. When our best efforts don't work, we may become "stuck". This is where a counselor can help you interpret and re-frame the issues to chart a path to help get "UNstuck". My goal in therapy is to create a safe place to talk about the issues and work towards a solution. Maya Angelou says it best: "You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them. If you cannot make a change, change the way you have been thinking. You might find a new solution."
We are all trying to live a life that has meaning and worth. When our best efforts don't work, we may become "stuck". This is where a counselor can help you interpret and re-frame the issues to chart a path to help get "UNstuck". My goal in therapy is to create a safe place to talk about the issues and work towards a solution. Maya Angelou says it best: "You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them. If you cannot make a change, change the way you have been thinking. You might find a new solution."
(651) 358-2480 View (651) 358-2480
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Nathan D Vojtech
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
Clients I work with are often not very willing to open up about themselves and are at times uninterested in therapy. Some would like to change but do not want to have to talk with someone to accomplish change, others have tried before and never been able to form a good relationship with a therapist. My clients often have a high resting level of anger and likely have had issues in life with anger or are described as difficult by others.
Clients I work with are often not very willing to open up about themselves and are at times uninterested in therapy. Some would like to change but do not want to have to talk with someone to accomplish change, others have tried before and never been able to form a good relationship with a therapist. My clients often have a high resting level of anger and likely have had issues in life with anger or are described as difficult by others.
(763) 325-8711 View (763) 325-8711
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Adam Palowski
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lino Lakes, MN 55038  (Online Only)
Your family's story is unique, and your voices deserve to be heard. If you're seeking a therapist who not only listens but also deeply understands, let's connect. Reach out through a call or email, and together, let's explore the path to healing and growth that best fits your family's narrative. Working with a skilled therapist (who is also a father) can offer you and your family hope.
Your family's story is unique, and your voices deserve to be heard. If you're seeking a therapist who not only listens but also deeply understands, let's connect. Reach out through a call or email, and together, let's explore the path to healing and growth that best fits your family's narrative. Working with a skilled therapist (who is also a father) can offer you and your family hope.
(651) 349-4916 View (651) 349-4916

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Tracey Wilkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Roseville, MN 55113
In addition, I have specialized in working with individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder using Dialectical Behavior Therapy and disorders related to childhood trauma and neglect (as well as traumas endured in adulthood) including PTSD and Dissociative Identity Disorder and all realted disorders/symptoms.
If you are unhappy, struggling with life's challenges, feel like you are not reaching your potential, have difficulty in managing relationships or feel like there is something seriously wrong, we can work together to figure out what's wrong and work on solutions. I have over 15 years of clinical experience. I have siginificant experience in treating mood disorders including Depression and Bipolar Disorder, anxiety disorders and eating disorders.
In addition, I have specialized in working with individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder using Dialectical Behavior Therapy and disorders related to childhood trauma and neglect (as well as traumas endured in adulthood) including PTSD and Dissociative Identity Disorder and all realted disorders/symptoms.
If you are unhappy, struggling with life's challenges, feel like you are not reaching your potential, have difficulty in managing relationships or feel like there is something seriously wrong, we can work together to figure out what's wrong and work on solutions. I have over 15 years of clinical experience. I have siginificant experience in treating mood disorders including Depression and Bipolar Disorder, anxiety disorders and eating disorders.
(651) 560-3831 View (651) 560-3831
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Dr. Sydney Rose Eckert
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
New Brighton, MN 55112
Living in hell? I am here to help. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, or BPD, I may be a great fit for you. I provide skills to alleviate symptoms like suicidality, self-harm, emotion dysregulation, relationship problems, sleep disturbances, and feeling out of control. If you are diagnosed with a medical condition, have cognitive impairment, or are a caregiver, I also may be a great fit. I find value in supporting clients and their families through life-changing medical events or diagnoses, end-of-life care, and disability. Let's work together to help you move through and out of hell.
Living in hell? I am here to help. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, or BPD, I may be a great fit for you. I provide skills to alleviate symptoms like suicidality, self-harm, emotion dysregulation, relationship problems, sleep disturbances, and feeling out of control. If you are diagnosed with a medical condition, have cognitive impairment, or are a caregiver, I also may be a great fit. I find value in supporting clients and their families through life-changing medical events or diagnoses, end-of-life care, and disability. Let's work together to help you move through and out of hell.
(651) 371-7996 View (651) 371-7996
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Jeffrey Brown
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified Verified
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
My specialties include anxiety, depression, abuse/trauma, behavioral disorders, borderline personality disorder, gambling addiction, hypnotherapy, phobias, sexual identity disorders, chronic illness and schizophrenia.
My specialties include anxiety, depression, abuse/trauma, behavioral disorders, borderline personality disorder, gambling addiction, hypnotherapy, phobias, sexual identity disorders, chronic illness and schizophrenia.
(763) 600-7763 View (763) 600-7763
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Lindsay Ramirez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Saint Paul, MN 55113
I specialize in working with ADHD, chronic pain and illness, eating disorder recovery, anxiety, mood, and borderline personality disorders.
Congratulations on taking the first steps towards better mental health. I have over 14 years of experience helping individuals living with mental health disorders develop coping strategies, find balance, and experience peace. I look forward to supporting you in creating lasting and effective change. My practice emphasizes dignity and self determination for every individual seeking recovery, balance, and well being.
I specialize in working with ADHD, chronic pain and illness, eating disorder recovery, anxiety, mood, and borderline personality disorders.
Congratulations on taking the first steps towards better mental health. I have over 14 years of experience helping individuals living with mental health disorders develop coping strategies, find balance, and experience peace. I look forward to supporting you in creating lasting and effective change. My practice emphasizes dignity and self determination for every individual seeking recovery, balance, and well being.
(651) 661-2729 View (651) 661-2729
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Melanie Witthoft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Roseville, MN 55113
I have worked in child welfare and community mental health for over 15 years. I have worked with individual from all backgrounds and traumas. I work with individuals with a variety of diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorders, Postpartum Depression and those are just to name a few. I have experience working with historical trauma, grief and loss, relationship challenges, domestic violence, difficult life transitions, and abuse.
I have worked in child welfare and community mental health for over 15 years. I have worked with individual from all backgrounds and traumas. I work with individuals with a variety of diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorders, Postpartum Depression and those are just to name a few. I have experience working with historical trauma, grief and loss, relationship challenges, domestic violence, difficult life transitions, and abuse.
(651) 414-1139 View (651) 414-1139
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Julia Champion
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Little Canada, MN 55113
My focus is working with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, borderline personality disorder, life stressors, relationships, insomnia and life transitions.
I understand that throughout life we can experience stressors and obstacles that impact our mental health. I use a collaborative and relational approach to help you explore your thoughts and feelings, which can lead to deep insight and a sense of relief.
My focus is working with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, borderline personality disorder, life stressors, relationships, insomnia and life transitions.
I understand that throughout life we can experience stressors and obstacles that impact our mental health. I use a collaborative and relational approach to help you explore your thoughts and feelings, which can lead to deep insight and a sense of relief.
(651) 615-9156 View (651) 615-9156
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Michael J Miller
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Roseville, MN 55113
I am experienced in working with people who may be struggling with Borderline Personality Disorder , Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder) , Excoriation (Skin-Picking) Disorder , Panic Disorder (Including Panic Attacks) , Self Harm Disorders , Trauma And Stress-Related Disorders , Bipolar Disorders , Major Depressive Disorders , Eating Disorders.
Hi, I'm a clinical psychologist and have spent the last 22 years providing DBT in the Twin Cities community; first during my doctoral internship, then for 15 years at the University of Minnesota Psychiatry Department, and now in my private practice. I have been trained in multiple variations of DBT by recognized experts in DBT. I specialize in working with individuals who have a history of trauma and offer prolonged exposure as a treatment for PTSD. My training and experience have prepared me for helping individuals with a history of or actively struggling with suicidal thoughts and ideation.
I am experienced in working with people who may be struggling with Borderline Personality Disorder , Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder) , Excoriation (Skin-Picking) Disorder , Panic Disorder (Including Panic Attacks) , Self Harm Disorders , Trauma And Stress-Related Disorders , Bipolar Disorders , Major Depressive Disorders , Eating Disorders.
Hi, I'm a clinical psychologist and have spent the last 22 years providing DBT in the Twin Cities community; first during my doctoral internship, then for 15 years at the University of Minnesota Psychiatry Department, and now in my private practice. I have been trained in multiple variations of DBT by recognized experts in DBT. I specialize in working with individuals who have a history of trauma and offer prolonged exposure as a treatment for PTSD. My training and experience have prepared me for helping individuals with a history of or actively struggling with suicidal thoughts and ideation.
(651) 661-1808 View (651) 661-1808
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Ryan John Poeschl
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blaine, MN 55434
I am happy to serve any client at or above the age of 10. While I primarily work with kids, adolescents, and young adults, I am happy to serve any population seeking to fulfill their mental health needs!
I am happy to serve any client at or above the age of 10. While I primarily work with kids, adolescents, and young adults, I am happy to serve any population seeking to fulfill their mental health needs!
(763) 314-3492 View (763) 314-3492
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Omni Mental Health
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Blaine, MN 55434
Waitlist for new clients
As a mental health practitioner, I feel it is important to meet each person where they are and support them on their journey for change. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, stuck, hopeless, or all of the above, let's talk about it! In session, we will explore the values, beliefs, and personal expectations that impact how you interact with the world and determine the proper steps to improve your overall quality of life.
As a mental health practitioner, I feel it is important to meet each person where they are and support them on their journey for change. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, stuck, hopeless, or all of the above, let's talk about it! In session, we will explore the values, beliefs, and personal expectations that impact how you interact with the world and determine the proper steps to improve your overall quality of life.
(612) 712-3564 View (612) 712-3564
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Kristen Lund
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Shoreview, MN 55126
Hi. I'm Kristen Lund. I have over 28 years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals, families and groups. I am also the owner of The Art of Validation and Change, LLC. As a person many people find me genuine, humorous and warm. As a therapist many clients find me direct, challenging, compassionate, intuitive and respectful. I enjoy working with male and female adults of many different orientations, races and cultures. If I am full, I have many wonderful therapists on my team that can see you! Check out my website to meet them. www.kristenlund.com They can see clients as young as 6 and as old as 100 years.
Hi. I'm Kristen Lund. I have over 28 years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals, families and groups. I am also the owner of The Art of Validation and Change, LLC. As a person many people find me genuine, humorous and warm. As a therapist many clients find me direct, challenging, compassionate, intuitive and respectful. I enjoy working with male and female adults of many different orientations, races and cultures. If I am full, I have many wonderful therapists on my team that can see you! Check out my website to meet them. www.kristenlund.com They can see clients as young as 6 and as old as 100 years.
(612) 208-7309 View (612) 208-7309
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Terri M Ulschmid
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Centerville, MN 55038
Do you feel like you are in a pattern that appears to be repeating? Are you continuing to tell stories, and some can be painful to hold I work with people who experience stress and anxiety, grief and depression. We will do this by naming patterns and I will teach you how to regulate your emotions, learn how to communicate with others by standing up for yourself, and tolerate your emotions through difficult life events and stressful situations without making them worse
Do you feel like you are in a pattern that appears to be repeating? Are you continuing to tell stories, and some can be painful to hold I work with people who experience stress and anxiety, grief and depression. We will do this by naming patterns and I will teach you how to regulate your emotions, learn how to communicate with others by standing up for yourself, and tolerate your emotions through difficult life events and stressful situations without making them worse
(651) 538-1303 View (651) 538-1303
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Ericka Reil
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Roseville, MN 55113
Waitlist for new clients
Currently accepting new patients 8-2pm Monday-Friday! Clients I serve include those with postpartum depression/anxiety, pregnancy loss, birth trauma, relationship conflict, boundary setting, anxiety, depression, and low self esteem. I enjoy working with people who are in various stages of change and are seeking to make lasting differences in their lives. I service individuals, couples, and families. I enjoy everyone’s unique challenges, and taper my approach as such. I truly enjoy the journey and love to see my clients outgrow need for therapy. It’s a true gift to be a part of.
Currently accepting new patients 8-2pm Monday-Friday! Clients I serve include those with postpartum depression/anxiety, pregnancy loss, birth trauma, relationship conflict, boundary setting, anxiety, depression, and low self esteem. I enjoy working with people who are in various stages of change and are seeking to make lasting differences in their lives. I service individuals, couples, and families. I enjoy everyone’s unique challenges, and taper my approach as such. I truly enjoy the journey and love to see my clients outgrow need for therapy. It’s a true gift to be a part of.
(651) 362-1216 x6 View (651) 362-1216 x6

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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.