Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Nashua, NH

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Dawn Merrill
Counselor, MA, EdM, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03060
Whether you are starting over or starting out, feeling overwhelmed can stop you from moving forward. Relationship issues causing you anxiety or depression? Sometimes you just need someone to talk to that can be objective. In todays world, stress has become the norm at the expense of our peace and contentment. It does not have to be that way. Let me help you get to a better place where you can enjoy a fulfilling life and the happiness everyone deserves.
Whether you are starting over or starting out, feeling overwhelmed can stop you from moving forward. Relationship issues causing you anxiety or depression? Sometimes you just need someone to talk to that can be objective. In todays world, stress has become the norm at the expense of our peace and contentment. It does not have to be that way. Let me help you get to a better place where you can enjoy a fulfilling life and the happiness everyone deserves.
(603) 685-4647 View (603) 685-4647
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Summer Doran
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03063
GH Recovery Solutions is a private drug and alcohol rehab providing intervention and treatment services to those suffering from substance use, and individuals with co-occurring mental health issues. We provide individualized treatment in a small, gender-specific environment. Also, GH Recovery offers one of the only comprehensive vocational programs in New England. At GH Recovery, evidence-based practice is applied along with creative and cutting-edge interventions. We provide extraordinary individualized care and enable our clients to gain insight into their underlying factors driving addictive behaviors and unhealthy coping skills.
GH Recovery Solutions is a private drug and alcohol rehab providing intervention and treatment services to those suffering from substance use, and individuals with co-occurring mental health issues. We provide individualized treatment in a small, gender-specific environment. Also, GH Recovery offers one of the only comprehensive vocational programs in New England. At GH Recovery, evidence-based practice is applied along with creative and cutting-edge interventions. We provide extraordinary individualized care and enable our clients to gain insight into their underlying factors driving addictive behaviors and unhealthy coping skills.
(603) 931-4078 View (603) 931-4078
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Kirby Gardner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, CAGS, LCMHC, RYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashua, NH 03064
Making the decision to begin counseling can be intimidating and also rewarding. I am here to support you on this journey with a genuine, compassionate, and curious mind. I have been licensed for 10 years. I currently hold a license in NH, MA and VT. I provide a solution-focused, person-centered approach to therapy. I specialize in topics such as emotional regulation, worry, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, and stress management.
Making the decision to begin counseling can be intimidating and also rewarding. I am here to support you on this journey with a genuine, compassionate, and curious mind. I have been licensed for 10 years. I currently hold a license in NH, MA and VT. I provide a solution-focused, person-centered approach to therapy. I specialize in topics such as emotional regulation, worry, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, and stress management.
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Tessa K MacGillivary
Counselor, LMHC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashua, NH 03062
Everyone faces struggles in their life, and sometimes having a supportive and unbiased person can help make those struggles easier to navigate. I have experience working with trauma, family and couple issues, mood disorders, anxiety, addiction and dual diagnosis, grief and bereavement, anger management, self esteem struggles, and postpartum and women's issues.
Everyone faces struggles in their life, and sometimes having a supportive and unbiased person can help make those struggles easier to navigate. I have experience working with trauma, family and couple issues, mood disorders, anxiety, addiction and dual diagnosis, grief and bereavement, anger management, self esteem struggles, and postpartum and women's issues.
(603) 769-3627 View (603) 769-3627
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CARE Counseling Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashua, NH 03063
Want more than a "band aide" solution? We specialize in helping you uncover the root cause of your current symptoms, triggers, and behaviors. We will support you while you make meaningful connections and process some of your most challenging life experiences. Getting bullied, watching parents get divorced, losing someone you love, living through abuse or neglect, losing an important game, being a first responder. The list goes on and on. We believe you are ready to put these experiences to rest. Let us help you take the weight off your shoulders. Visit our website (www.carenh.com) or call to get started TODAY!
Want more than a "band aide" solution? We specialize in helping you uncover the root cause of your current symptoms, triggers, and behaviors. We will support you while you make meaningful connections and process some of your most challenging life experiences. Getting bullied, watching parents get divorced, losing someone you love, living through abuse or neglect, losing an important game, being a first responder. The list goes on and on. We believe you are ready to put these experiences to rest. Let us help you take the weight off your shoulders. Visit our website (www.carenh.com) or call to get started TODAY!
(603) 270-9181 View (603) 270-9181
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Penni Kaufman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashua, NH 03060  (Online Only)
Life brings many unexpected and sometimes very difficult challenges. Change and transition can be uncomfortable and painful, particularly when it is not what we want or envision. Through therapy one can gain insight into one's self and come to understand how certain life events impact your life. Through this process of self reflection one can explore how to better manage events outside of one's control, learn more adaptive coping skills and find strategies for dealing with distress. Therapy is a tool to help people develop and improve areas of their lives that ultimately lead to greater inner contentment.
Life brings many unexpected and sometimes very difficult challenges. Change and transition can be uncomfortable and painful, particularly when it is not what we want or envision. Through therapy one can gain insight into one's self and come to understand how certain life events impact your life. Through this process of self reflection one can explore how to better manage events outside of one's control, learn more adaptive coping skills and find strategies for dealing with distress. Therapy is a tool to help people develop and improve areas of their lives that ultimately lead to greater inner contentment.
(603) 952-3282 View (603) 952-3282
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Jason Forbes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03062
My greatest hope is that people start investing in themselves and realize that they are important and worth the time in fostering strength, confidence and independence. Considering therapy can be a difficult choice and entering therapy can feel scary and vulnerable. I have faith in people in that if they take the first step towards emotional healing they will be able to heal. My approach is more holistic, client centered and cognitive behavioral. I feel that in a warm, trusting, collaborative and inviting environment people can feel more at ease in talking about their life and problems they want to overcome.
My greatest hope is that people start investing in themselves and realize that they are important and worth the time in fostering strength, confidence and independence. Considering therapy can be a difficult choice and entering therapy can feel scary and vulnerable. I have faith in people in that if they take the first step towards emotional healing they will be able to heal. My approach is more holistic, client centered and cognitive behavioral. I feel that in a warm, trusting, collaborative and inviting environment people can feel more at ease in talking about their life and problems they want to overcome.
(603) 803-3396 View (603) 803-3396
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Jenna Hampe
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CMHC
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03060
I am accepting new clients! If you are someone who is hoping to build self-esteem, improve relationships, work through emotional or mental health challenges, manage stress or anxiety, receive support in a difficult time in your life, or build resiliency in order to lead a full, happy, and blissful life; I would be honored to work with you in your journey.
I am accepting new clients! If you are someone who is hoping to build self-esteem, improve relationships, work through emotional or mental health challenges, manage stress or anxiety, receive support in a difficult time in your life, or build resiliency in order to lead a full, happy, and blissful life; I would be honored to work with you in your journey.
(603) 880-9880 View (603) 880-9880
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Charlie Health
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03060  (Online Only)
Charlie Health is a leading provider of virtual mental health treatment for people in need of more than once-weekly therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or any ongoing mental health issue, Charlie Health’s Clinical Team is ready to help you start your healing journey today. You don’t have to struggle alone – we’re here for you. To get started today, reach out at t.ly/ch-nh
Charlie Health is a leading provider of virtual mental health treatment for people in need of more than once-weekly therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or any ongoing mental health issue, Charlie Health’s Clinical Team is ready to help you start your healing journey today. You don’t have to struggle alone – we’re here for you. To get started today, reach out at t.ly/ch-nh
(844) 943-2785 View (844) 943-2785
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Joan Sementa
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MLADC, MMHC
Not Verified Not Verified
Nashua, NH 03060
GateHouse Treatment is a private substance abuse center providing intervention and treatment services to those struggling with substance use disorders and individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders. We provide individualized treatment in a small, gender-specific environment. Also, GateHouse offers one of the only comprehensive vocational programs in Nashua, New Hampshire. At GateHouse, our evidence-based practice is applied along with creative interventions. We provide extraordinary individualized care and enable our clients to gain insight into their underlying factors driving addictive behaviors.
GateHouse Treatment is a private substance abuse center providing intervention and treatment services to those struggling with substance use disorders and individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders. We provide individualized treatment in a small, gender-specific environment. Also, GateHouse offers one of the only comprehensive vocational programs in Nashua, New Hampshire. At GateHouse, our evidence-based practice is applied along with creative interventions. We provide extraordinary individualized care and enable our clients to gain insight into their underlying factors driving addictive behaviors.
(603) 697-7452 View (603) 697-7452
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Women's Counseling of Nashua, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashua, NH 03060  (Online Only)
At this time (November, 2023), we have openings for specialized medication management focusing on women's health. Our practice specializes in working with women coping with a variety of issues including postpartum depression, anxiety and adjustment, infertility, pregnancy loss, unresolved trauma, relationship issues, parenting concerns, life transitions, disordered eating. We are an LGBTQ+ allied practice. For more information, please see our website: www.WomensCounselingofNashua.com
At this time (November, 2023), we have openings for specialized medication management focusing on women's health. Our practice specializes in working with women coping with a variety of issues including postpartum depression, anxiety and adjustment, infertility, pregnancy loss, unresolved trauma, relationship issues, parenting concerns, life transitions, disordered eating. We are an LGBTQ+ allied practice. For more information, please see our website: www.WomensCounselingofNashua.com
(603) 952-4647 x101 View (603) 952-4647 x101
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Emma Conant
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashua, NH 03063
Waitlist for new clients
I currently have a waitlist for new clients. Everyone is deserving of an experience of finally putting themselves first. You deserve a space to feel heard and accepted which is what I am here to do. I am here to provide you support, help you develop new skills to cope with trauma and/or everyday stressors, and hopefully help you make connections to find patterns in your story and your symptoms. You know yourself better than anyone, you will lead us in how you think, feel, and act which will then create an open dialogue between us where I may use evidence-based techniques from CBT, EMDR,ACT, DBT, & other trauma-focused modalities.
I currently have a waitlist for new clients. Everyone is deserving of an experience of finally putting themselves first. You deserve a space to feel heard and accepted which is what I am here to do. I am here to provide you support, help you develop new skills to cope with trauma and/or everyday stressors, and hopefully help you make connections to find patterns in your story and your symptoms. You know yourself better than anyone, you will lead us in how you think, feel, and act which will then create an open dialogue between us where I may use evidence-based techniques from CBT, EMDR,ACT, DBT, & other trauma-focused modalities.
(603) 696-4872 View (603) 696-4872
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Amanda Wood-Friend
APRN
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03062
I believe that in our current healthcare climate the most frustrating and discouraging issue for patients is feeling unheard, unseen, judged, marginalized or placed in a “one-size fits all” treatment box. I am passionate about providing personalized medical services and addressing each one of my patients’ individual values and unique medical needs. My goal is to bring a kind, approachable and responsive style to every visit and interaction. I use a functional medicine perspective to address the root cause of symptoms including gut health, sleep, diet, stress, hormones, thyroid function, toxins, genetics and nutritional supplements.
I believe that in our current healthcare climate the most frustrating and discouraging issue for patients is feeling unheard, unseen, judged, marginalized or placed in a “one-size fits all” treatment box. I am passionate about providing personalized medical services and addressing each one of my patients’ individual values and unique medical needs. My goal is to bring a kind, approachable and responsive style to every visit and interaction. I use a functional medicine perspective to address the root cause of symptoms including gut health, sleep, diet, stress, hormones, thyroid function, toxins, genetics and nutritional supplements.
(888) 824-1430 View (888) 824-1430
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Amy Mercier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashua, NH 03062
**Availability may be limited** Most people experience challenges in life and painful moments that can seem difficult to understand and get through. However, I believe with the right supports, we are capable and worthy of healing and resiliency. I knew from an early age I was passionate about helping people find ways to recover from adversity and develop a stronger sense of self, meaning, and happiness. I firmly believe feeling comfortable and understood is essential to the outcome of therapy. I take a compassionate yet direct stance, and strive to act as a coach and active partner in helping individuals reach their goals.
**Availability may be limited** Most people experience challenges in life and painful moments that can seem difficult to understand and get through. However, I believe with the right supports, we are capable and worthy of healing and resiliency. I knew from an early age I was passionate about helping people find ways to recover from adversity and develop a stronger sense of self, meaning, and happiness. I firmly believe feeling comfortable and understood is essential to the outcome of therapy. I take a compassionate yet direct stance, and strive to act as a coach and active partner in helping individuals reach their goals.
(603) 413-2742 View (603) 413-2742
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Jill Leppanen Lerner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03064
Do you find yourself struggling with how to manage feelings of worry and sadness? Do these feelings have a negative impact on your relationships, self-esteem and day to day functioning? Since 2006, I have been providing outpatient psychotherapy to individuals who are struggling to make sense of their emotions and have a desire to learn how to manage them better. I strongly believe that people have the ability and strength to make positive life change and that therapy is a collaborative effort.
Do you find yourself struggling with how to manage feelings of worry and sadness? Do these feelings have a negative impact on your relationships, self-esteem and day to day functioning? Since 2006, I have been providing outpatient psychotherapy to individuals who are struggling to make sense of their emotions and have a desire to learn how to manage them better. I strongly believe that people have the ability and strength to make positive life change and that therapy is a collaborative effort.
(603) 547-9276 View (603) 547-9276
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Carrie Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03060  (Online Only)
Teletherapy services offered in the states of Virginia and New Hampshire. If you strip away all the buzz phrases and five dollar words, at the end of the day, therapy boils down to a conversation about what is meaningful to you in life at this exact moment in time. As a seasoned therapist with over twenty five years of mental health experience, I seek to offer insight, support, and alliance with you as we explore what brings you to therapy and help you find your own answers. With a balance of straight forward observation and compassion, we will collaborate together to help you gain a sense of control and serenity in your life.
Teletherapy services offered in the states of Virginia and New Hampshire. If you strip away all the buzz phrases and five dollar words, at the end of the day, therapy boils down to a conversation about what is meaningful to you in life at this exact moment in time. As a seasoned therapist with over twenty five years of mental health experience, I seek to offer insight, support, and alliance with you as we explore what brings you to therapy and help you find your own answers. With a balance of straight forward observation and compassion, we will collaborate together to help you gain a sense of control and serenity in your life.
(804) 375-4940 View (804) 375-4940
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Kallie Provencher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03060  (Online Only)
Accepting New Telehealth Clients-Private Pay Only! My hope is to work with individuals, couples and families who have a desire to change what is making them unhappy or unhealthy. Identifying goals that are important to you and building a relationship that allows you to feel safe and empowered to tackle the issues in your life that feel too heavy to work through alone. We all have times in our lives where we need extra support to make changes or work through difficult emotions.
Accepting New Telehealth Clients-Private Pay Only! My hope is to work with individuals, couples and families who have a desire to change what is making them unhappy or unhealthy. Identifying goals that are important to you and building a relationship that allows you to feel safe and empowered to tackle the issues in your life that feel too heavy to work through alone. We all have times in our lives where we need extra support to make changes or work through difficult emotions.
(855) 921-0871 View (855) 921-0871
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Brianna Spratt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03060
I am a graduate of Southern New Hampshire University working toward licensure under the supervision of our director Steven Durost. I have experience in both community mental health as well as in private practice through my internship experience here at C.R.E.A.T.E! I have worked with a diverse group of clients of all age groups. In my free time, I enjoy theater, music, video games, and reading, and I love anything to do with animals. My goal as a therapist is to be open and accessible to anyone who feels like they would benefit from counseling, and I strive to do so in a way that is unique to each of my clients.
I am a graduate of Southern New Hampshire University working toward licensure under the supervision of our director Steven Durost. I have experience in both community mental health as well as in private practice through my internship experience here at C.R.E.A.T.E! I have worked with a diverse group of clients of all age groups. In my free time, I enjoy theater, music, video games, and reading, and I love anything to do with animals. My goal as a therapist is to be open and accessible to anyone who feels like they would benefit from counseling, and I strive to do so in a way that is unique to each of my clients.
(603) 625-0010 View (603) 625-0010
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Dr. Melissa Coffey
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03063
Melissa Coffey, PsyD, is a pre-licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children and adolescents. Melissa has a plethora of experience in the school setting as well as the clinical setting. Her background includes trauma informed care, family systems, psychoeducational assessment, as well as LGBTQIA+ youth. Her research includes implementing positive psychology into complex systems to increase the level of wellbeing in the work environment.
Melissa Coffey, PsyD, is a pre-licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children and adolescents. Melissa has a plethora of experience in the school setting as well as the clinical setting. Her background includes trauma informed care, family systems, psychoeducational assessment, as well as LGBTQIA+ youth. Her research includes implementing positive psychology into complex systems to increase the level of wellbeing in the work environment.
(339) 500-7899 View (339) 500-7899
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Victoria Lee
Counselor, LCMHC, MLADC, MA
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03060
Looking to change your life? Liberate yourself? Become your authentic, whole, full self? Clear Reflection Counseling Associates is experienced in compassionate, evidence-based care to help those dealing with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring mental health issues.
Looking to change your life? Liberate yourself? Become your authentic, whole, full self? Clear Reflection Counseling Associates is experienced in compassionate, evidence-based care to help those dealing with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring mental health issues.
(603) 825-6030 View (603) 825-6030
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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.