Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Bloomfield, NJ
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Mindful Therapeutic Solutions LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bloomfield, NJ 07003 (Online Only)
Working as a clinical coordinator of a community mental health center has afforded me the opportunity to work with a diverse clientele and to assist them in learning skills to cope with anxiety, depression, panic, grief, borderline personality, stage of life challenges, intrusive thoughts, emotional self regulation, couple’s and interpersonal issues.
My name is Carlo and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My therapeutic approach is to actively listen to gain an understanding of you as a whole person. This is done with the goal of attaining an awareness not only of the issues you face but the strengths you possess which can be tapped into to help enact a collaboratively-developed and individualized plan of action that facilitates reaching your short and long term mental health and personal goals. Depending on the needs and goals of the client, I typically use interventions based in Cognitive-Behavioral, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic and Solution Focused therapies.
Working as a clinical coordinator of a community mental health center has afforded me the opportunity to work with a diverse clientele and to assist them in learning skills to cope with anxiety, depression, panic, grief, borderline personality, stage of life challenges, intrusive thoughts, emotional self regulation, couple’s and interpersonal issues.
My name is Carlo and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My therapeutic approach is to actively listen to gain an understanding of you as a whole person. This is done with the goal of attaining an awareness not only of the issues you face but the strengths you possess which can be tapped into to help enact a collaboratively-developed and individualized plan of action that facilitates reaching your short and long term mental health and personal goals. Depending on the needs and goals of the client, I typically use interventions based in Cognitive-Behavioral, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic and Solution Focused therapies.
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I am passionate about empowering my clients. I have experience working with a variety of client populations. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to work with clients on building a healthy sense of self-esteem. I am known for my nurturing and non-judgmental approach in counseling. I recognize that every person is unique, so I strive to provide individualized treatments that address the goals of each person.
I am passionate about empowering my clients. I have experience working with a variety of client populations. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to work with clients on building a healthy sense of self-esteem. I am known for my nurturing and non-judgmental approach in counseling. I recognize that every person is unique, so I strive to provide individualized treatments that address the goals of each person.
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Dianne Cover: Adults, Women's Issues, Grief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
I’m a Caribbean Christian therapist and I love working with seniors, young professionals, and women navigating relationship issues, anxiety, grief, medical issues, depression, thoughts of self-harm, or other uncontrollable emotions. I value creating a calm, safe space with no room for judgment. In session, we’ll work on things like coping with relationship issues, setting boundaries, getting curious about self, gaining insight, learning to identify feelings and manage them differently, and exploring their faith as an avenue of healing (if desired). See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
I’m a Caribbean Christian therapist and I love working with seniors, young professionals, and women navigating relationship issues, anxiety, grief, medical issues, depression, thoughts of self-harm, or other uncontrollable emotions. I value creating a calm, safe space with no room for judgment. In session, we’ll work on things like coping with relationship issues, setting boundaries, getting curious about self, gaining insight, learning to identify feelings and manage them differently, and exploring their faith as an avenue of healing (if desired). See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
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Courtney Taylor: Adults
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
I love walking with women through challenging seasons of life, especially women navigating relationships and empowerment in midlife and those in their early 20s who are seeking meaning and trying to go deeper in self-awareness and insight. My clients come to me for things like relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, inner child work, setting boundaries, life transitions, emotional regulation, shame, and codependency. I also create a safe space for clients who wish to explore their healing journey through a faith-based lens. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
I love walking with women through challenging seasons of life, especially women navigating relationships and empowerment in midlife and those in their early 20s who are seeking meaning and trying to go deeper in self-awareness and insight. My clients come to me for things like relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, inner child work, setting boundaries, life transitions, emotional regulation, shame, and codependency. I also create a safe space for clients who wish to explore their healing journey through a faith-based lens. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
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Jenny Choi: Couples, Adults, Teens and Kids
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, conflict, and addiction. I combine my belief in your unique strengths to adjust and heal with methods like mindfulness, coping skills, DBT-based emotion regulation, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. With couples, I use Gottman Method couples counseling to increase emotional connection and resolve conflict. I also draw on my addiction treatment background to support clients and family members on recovery journeys. Healing doesn’t have to be lonely. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, conflict, and addiction. I combine my belief in your unique strengths to adjust and heal with methods like mindfulness, coping skills, DBT-based emotion regulation, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. With couples, I use Gottman Method couples counseling to increase emotional connection and resolve conflict. I also draw on my addiction treatment background to support clients and family members on recovery journeys. Healing doesn’t have to be lonely. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
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Danielle Tischer: Adults Teens Families
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
I work with teens and adults. I specialize in helping you work through depression, anxiety, life transitions, and substance misuse. I utilize Motivational Interviewing which is a collaborative partnership designed to evoke the change you want to make. I focus on an individualized approach, utilizing Partnership, Acceptance, Compassion and Evocation to help you heal from trauma. I graduated with my Masters in Social Work from the University of Connecticut with a focus in addiction issues. I currently offer Telehealth sessions Monday-Friday. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
I work with teens and adults. I specialize in helping you work through depression, anxiety, life transitions, and substance misuse. I utilize Motivational Interviewing which is a collaborative partnership designed to evoke the change you want to make. I focus on an individualized approach, utilizing Partnership, Acceptance, Compassion and Evocation to help you heal from trauma. I graduated with my Masters in Social Work from the University of Connecticut with a focus in addiction issues. I currently offer Telehealth sessions Monday-Friday. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
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Michael Guglielmino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
I believe all people deserve to feel their best and realize their true potential. The individuals, couples, and families that come to me for therapy are often down and out, riddled with anxiety and conflict, and looking for a new lease on life. Using my years of experience and training and a variety of specialized skills and techniques, I help each of my clients find the strength within to overcome their personal challenges. I partner with my clients to discover what gets in the way of their happiness and inner peace and to rediscover the lives they want to live and to live them vibrantly!
I believe all people deserve to feel their best and realize their true potential. The individuals, couples, and families that come to me for therapy are often down and out, riddled with anxiety and conflict, and looking for a new lease on life. Using my years of experience and training and a variety of specialized skills and techniques, I help each of my clients find the strength within to overcome their personal challenges. I partner with my clients to discover what gets in the way of their happiness and inner peace and to rediscover the lives they want to live and to live them vibrantly!
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Daisy's Place
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
Daisy's Place provides services to clients who struggle with personality and mood disorders, family issues, anxiety, depression, anger management, communication, and relationship issues. Some goals that have been identified include successfully completing therapy to thrive in the community, within relationships, or independently.
Daisy's Place provides services to clients who struggle with personality and mood disorders, family issues, anxiety, depression, anger management, communication, and relationship issues. Some goals that have been identified include successfully completing therapy to thrive in the community, within relationships, or independently.
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Murphy Counseling & Consulting LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MHS-C, LCADC, LPC
Verified Verified
Bloomfield, NJ 07003 (Online Only)
Over 30 years experience in the Human Services field: Marriage/Couples counseling, Separation Mediation, Multi-talent in Behavioral Health, Mental health Disorders, Substance abuse & Addiction disorders, and Co-occurring & Dual diagnosis disorders populations. Dedicated as a professional to ensure that the health and well being of the consumers are met and that each consumer receive the proper individualized treatment course of action with professional and ethical implementation. I also provide Tele-Therapy/Health sessions. I am also a Veteran of the Armed Forces "Army"..... And open to my brother & sister Veterans to server.
Over 30 years experience in the Human Services field: Marriage/Couples counseling, Separation Mediation, Multi-talent in Behavioral Health, Mental health Disorders, Substance abuse & Addiction disorders, and Co-occurring & Dual diagnosis disorders populations. Dedicated as a professional to ensure that the health and well being of the consumers are met and that each consumer receive the proper individualized treatment course of action with professional and ethical implementation. I also provide Tele-Therapy/Health sessions. I am also a Veteran of the Armed Forces "Army"..... And open to my brother & sister Veterans to server.
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Rachel E. Liles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
In my practice, I like to look at how we can better change ourselves to better deal with the problems in the outside world. While trained as a relational psychodynamic therapist, my style draws from a variety of methodologies depending on each client's needs. I tend to be interested in how the past interacts with the present, helping you gain insight and self-awareness in a collaborative atmosphere. Throughout my experience, I have enjoyed working with a variety of people, keeping in mind the uniqueness of each individual's experience.
In my practice, I like to look at how we can better change ourselves to better deal with the problems in the outside world. While trained as a relational psychodynamic therapist, my style draws from a variety of methodologies depending on each client's needs. I tend to be interested in how the past interacts with the present, helping you gain insight and self-awareness in a collaborative atmosphere. Throughout my experience, I have enjoyed working with a variety of people, keeping in mind the uniqueness of each individual's experience.
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Michael J Mailloux
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomfield, NJ 07003 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Social Worker in New York and New Jersey, and graduated from Fordham University where I earned my master’s degree in social work. I am passionate about helping my clients get to know and navigate their inner world. I work with individuals who have struggled with addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma. In addition, I enjoy couples work, focusing on communication, negative patterns in relational conflict, and issues of infidelity. I decided to go back to school to earn my doctoral degree in social work at Capella University.
I am a Licensed Social Worker in New York and New Jersey, and graduated from Fordham University where I earned my master’s degree in social work. I am passionate about helping my clients get to know and navigate their inner world. I work with individuals who have struggled with addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma. In addition, I enjoy couples work, focusing on communication, negative patterns in relational conflict, and issues of infidelity. I decided to go back to school to earn my doctoral degree in social work at Capella University.
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Teens & Children- Resolution Counseling Center
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Teens & Children- Resolution Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
We love working with young people! Whether you seek therapy for yourself or a teen/child in your life, Resolution Counseling Center can help. We want teens and kids to feel safe and healthy so they can thrive in school, with friends, and with family. Our therapists work with young people age 8 and above to offer supportive care, coping strategies, and limited play therapy to treat things like anxiety, trauma, family separation, loss, and school issues. We also meet with parents for feedback sessions to help you help your child. View openings and book online today: www.resolutioncc.com/team
We love working with young people! Whether you seek therapy for yourself or a teen/child in your life, Resolution Counseling Center can help. We want teens and kids to feel safe and healthy so they can thrive in school, with friends, and with family. Our therapists work with young people age 8 and above to offer supportive care, coping strategies, and limited play therapy to treat things like anxiety, trauma, family separation, loss, and school issues. We also meet with parents for feedback sessions to help you help your child. View openings and book online today: www.resolutioncc.com/team
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Inevitably we all encounter profound disappointments and trauma in our life-time. The resulting pain which lingers, may cause physical or emotional symptoms such as confusion, excessive anger, fear, anxiety, and/or depression. Such symptoms make achieving one's life's goals difficult. The goal of psychotherapy is to relieve these debilitating symptoms.
Working with adult individuals, I create an environment that facilitates an honest and open exchange between patient and therapist. My goal is to identify the source of symptoms and to increase my patient's quality of life by restoring a sense of balance of body and mind.
Inevitably we all encounter profound disappointments and trauma in our life-time. The resulting pain which lingers, may cause physical or emotional symptoms such as confusion, excessive anger, fear, anxiety, and/or depression. Such symptoms make achieving one's life's goals difficult. The goal of psychotherapy is to relieve these debilitating symptoms.
Working with adult individuals, I create an environment that facilitates an honest and open exchange between patient and therapist. My goal is to identify the source of symptoms and to increase my patient's quality of life by restoring a sense of balance of body and mind.
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Nancy M Walther
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MA, LCADC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
Families evolve and change over time. As individuals age and grow, their roles within the family also change. The family can help - or hinder - individual and personal growth. Family work can help to make the family a positive source of support. Family work will help you to step back and observe emotional patterns and processes. There definitely can be family change with only one person in the room working with a therapist. In physics there is an adage: for every action there is a reaction.
Families evolve and change over time. As individuals age and grow, their roles within the family also change. The family can help - or hinder - individual and personal growth. Family work can help to make the family a positive source of support. Family work will help you to step back and observe emotional patterns and processes. There definitely can be family change with only one person in the room working with a therapist. In physics there is an adage: for every action there is a reaction.
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I am a licensed clinical social worker who is committed to help you feel better, to be more productive and to have more satisfying relationships. I believe in partnering with my patients to create a life worth living. You can accomplish this by incorporating mindfulness exercises, learning new coping skills, exercise and strengthening relationships. Together we will explore the connections among these areas in order to help you become the best you possible.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who is committed to help you feel better, to be more productive and to have more satisfying relationships. I believe in partnering with my patients to create a life worth living. You can accomplish this by incorporating mindfulness exercises, learning new coping skills, exercise and strengthening relationships. Together we will explore the connections among these areas in order to help you become the best you possible.
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Andrea Meth-Thorburn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomfield, NJ 07003 (Online Only)
My style is very warm & caring with a strong detail for eliciting emotional honesty. Appropriate humor with an inquisitive dialogue bring deep & real issues to light. My primary goal is to build a safe and trusting relationship with you. I strive to understand your 'reality' while also exploring some of the biased/outdated beliefs that we all hold, which construct our current 'reality'. If you are looking to have a meaningful, honest & open relationship with your therapist then we would be a good fit. Gratefully, I've witnessed amazing transformations with hard working individuals, couples & families.
My style is very warm & caring with a strong detail for eliciting emotional honesty. Appropriate humor with an inquisitive dialogue bring deep & real issues to light. My primary goal is to build a safe and trusting relationship with you. I strive to understand your 'reality' while also exploring some of the biased/outdated beliefs that we all hold, which construct our current 'reality'. If you are looking to have a meaningful, honest & open relationship with your therapist then we would be a good fit. Gratefully, I've witnessed amazing transformations with hard working individuals, couples & families.
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Jude M. Uy
Psychologist, PhD, RYT
Verified Verified
Bloomfield, NJ 07003 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I've worked in the mental health field for over 25 years and provide psychotherapy and consultation services to those in NY and NJ. Having worked in a variety of settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and community counseling clinics, I specialize in treating emotion dysregulation, addictions, mood and anxiety disorders, and in helping clients develop coping and resilience. I've served as president for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s NJ Chapter and am currently a Staff Psychologist at Montclair State University's Counseling and Psychological Services.
I've worked in the mental health field for over 25 years and provide psychotherapy and consultation services to those in NY and NJ. Having worked in a variety of settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and community counseling clinics, I specialize in treating emotion dysregulation, addictions, mood and anxiety disorders, and in helping clients develop coping and resilience. I've served as president for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s NJ Chapter and am currently a Staff Psychologist at Montclair State University's Counseling and Psychological Services.
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Life can become very challenging and stressful at times. It is in that precise moment that you realize that you need help and that psychotherapy and working with a professional that can listen, validate, and guide you in your journey is what you need.
Life can become very challenging and stressful at times. It is in that precise moment that you realize that you need help and that psychotherapy and working with a professional that can listen, validate, and guide you in your journey is what you need.
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Welcome to the Psych Center. We are a private practice that aims to provide quality services to children, adults, and their families. We understand the sensitivity and compassion it takes to help our clients succeed. Furthermore, we strive to be collaborative and work with you on identifying and accomplishing the goals you set forth. Please explore our page which addresses our services, fees, and other important information. We look forward to hearing from you. For questions, comments, or to schedule an appointment, please call: 973-587-8040 or email us.
Welcome to the Psych Center. We are a private practice that aims to provide quality services to children, adults, and their families. We understand the sensitivity and compassion it takes to help our clients succeed. Furthermore, we strive to be collaborative and work with you on identifying and accomplishing the goals you set forth. Please explore our page which addresses our services, fees, and other important information. We look forward to hearing from you. For questions, comments, or to schedule an appointment, please call: 973-587-8040 or email us.
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Renee Marter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Bloomfield, NJ 07003 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Renee` Marter and I am a Licensed Social Worker in supervision for my License in Clinical Social Work. I received my undergraduate degree in Social Work from Rutgers University in Camden and my graduate degree in Social Work (MSW) from Rutgers University in New Brunswick in the Addiction Counselor Training (ACT) Certificate program. I am proud to have my TF-CBT Certification through the successful completion of the National Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Therapist Certification Program. This is a wonderful therapeutic intervention for youth ages 3 to 18, who have experienced trauma.
Hello! My name is Renee` Marter and I am a Licensed Social Worker in supervision for my License in Clinical Social Work. I received my undergraduate degree in Social Work from Rutgers University in Camden and my graduate degree in Social Work (MSW) from Rutgers University in New Brunswick in the Addiction Counselor Training (ACT) Certificate program. I am proud to have my TF-CBT Certification through the successful completion of the National Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Therapist Certification Program. This is a wonderful therapeutic intervention for youth ages 3 to 18, who have experienced trauma.
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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.