Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Clinton, NJ
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Gwen Blake Birch Tree Therapeutic Arts
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, MFT, ICST, SAC, SAC,CZT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clinton, NJ 08809
Moving toward soothing unfamiliar and familiar stress is a critical part of therapeutic healing. Life struggles and incongruence often cause avoidance, overthinking, big emotions, or unhelpful habits and attitudes, which tend to cycle and leave you to feel unresolved. Creating clarity and identifying what needs change in your life opens new ways to cope, creating space for amazing change in your life today. gaining clarity and moving toward to a more, meaningful, congruent and focused life. Individuals (child-adults), couples, and families are welcome. I offer appointments (8am - 8pm) in my new office space (and online).
Moving toward soothing unfamiliar and familiar stress is a critical part of therapeutic healing. Life struggles and incongruence often cause avoidance, overthinking, big emotions, or unhelpful habits and attitudes, which tend to cycle and leave you to feel unresolved. Creating clarity and identifying what needs change in your life opens new ways to cope, creating space for amazing change in your life today. gaining clarity and moving toward to a more, meaningful, congruent and focused life. Individuals (child-adults), couples, and families are welcome. I offer appointments (8am - 8pm) in my new office space (and online).
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Marie Hughes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clinton, NJ 08809 (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed? Anxious? or caught in an endless loop of personal challenges? If so, you are not alone. I want to help you navigate those difficult moments. I have been in therapy, I know first hand, it is not easy. I strive to create a safe, supportive, nonjudgemental space that allows for exploration of your feelings, your thoughts and your life experiences. If you are tired of the way your life is going right now or the way you feel, I can help. We will work collaboratively to understand those concerns and work on making changes that will provide you some relief.
Feeling overwhelmed? Anxious? or caught in an endless loop of personal challenges? If so, you are not alone. I want to help you navigate those difficult moments. I have been in therapy, I know first hand, it is not easy. I strive to create a safe, supportive, nonjudgemental space that allows for exploration of your feelings, your thoughts and your life experiences. If you are tired of the way your life is going right now or the way you feel, I can help. We will work collaboratively to understand those concerns and work on making changes that will provide you some relief.
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I have over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds and a range of presenting issues. I have been successful in treating adolescents and adults for depression, anxiety, stress management, marital and relationship difficulties, anger management, and Attention Deficit Disorder. My philosophy is that people are often resistant to change as the change is unknown. I help them explore what that change would look and feel like and how it could improve their lives if they do decide to make those changes.
I have over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds and a range of presenting issues. I have been successful in treating adolescents and adults for depression, anxiety, stress management, marital and relationship difficulties, anger management, and Attention Deficit Disorder. My philosophy is that people are often resistant to change as the change is unknown. I help them explore what that change would look and feel like and how it could improve their lives if they do decide to make those changes.
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Life is difficult, and so is the process of change, but please know that you do not need to be alone in these moments. Together we can help to improve your relationships, your thoughts and feelings, and assist you in obtaining what you want for your life. Please come in for a discussion. I have significant experience working with anxiety/worry, depression, anger issues, substance abuse (addictive behaviors), as well as interpersonal problems (i.e., divorce/separation, loss, marriage/love problems, and work/career-related issues). Please only email.
Life is difficult, and so is the process of change, but please know that you do not need to be alone in these moments. Together we can help to improve your relationships, your thoughts and feelings, and assist you in obtaining what you want for your life. Please come in for a discussion. I have significant experience working with anxiety/worry, depression, anger issues, substance abuse (addictive behaviors), as well as interpersonal problems (i.e., divorce/separation, loss, marriage/love problems, and work/career-related issues). Please only email.
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Gwen Susan Bloom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clinton, NJ 08809
I have been a Clinical Social Worker since 1985. During the last 30 years, I have had the opportunity to work in many clinical settings, in both the public and private sector specializing in adolescence, adults, couples and families. Additionally, I have worked in inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, in-home, nursing home and school settings. I have been trained in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and implemented a DBT track at a therapeutic High School for Ed teens,. At this juncture, my focus is private practice and to continue specializing in DBT and traditional psychotherapy with teens, adults, couples and families.
I have been a Clinical Social Worker since 1985. During the last 30 years, I have had the opportunity to work in many clinical settings, in both the public and private sector specializing in adolescence, adults, couples and families. Additionally, I have worked in inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, in-home, nursing home and school settings. I have been trained in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and implemented a DBT track at a therapeutic High School for Ed teens,. At this juncture, my focus is private practice and to continue specializing in DBT and traditional psychotherapy with teens, adults, couples and families.
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Charles Kimble
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clinton, NJ 08809 (Online Only)
I work with clients to help them understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and to find new ways of coping with life's difficulties. I have experience helping individuals and couples address issues with anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, marital conflict, affairs, and loss. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I work to create a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their challenges and work toward their goals. I understand that each person is complex and unique, and I tailor my approach to meet the individual needs of each client.
I work with clients to help them understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and to find new ways of coping with life's difficulties. I have experience helping individuals and couples address issues with anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, marital conflict, affairs, and loss. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I work to create a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their challenges and work toward their goals. I understand that each person is complex and unique, and I tailor my approach to meet the individual needs of each client.
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Susan Buchalter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPAT, CGP
Verified Verified
Clinton, NJ 08809
I am both an art therapist and counselor with many years of experience working with individuals challenged with issues such as anxiety, low self-esteem and difficulties adjusting to life's changes. I can help you express and explore your core beliefs and concerns in a safe, calming, non-judgmental environment. In addition to traditional verbal therapy, I offer art therapy, mindfulness, and creative writing/journaling. *Art Therapy allows for expression of feelings using materials such as markers, paint, and pastels. It is a non-threatening and more immediate method to voice issues; drawing ability is not important.
I am both an art therapist and counselor with many years of experience working with individuals challenged with issues such as anxiety, low self-esteem and difficulties adjusting to life's changes. I can help you express and explore your core beliefs and concerns in a safe, calming, non-judgmental environment. In addition to traditional verbal therapy, I offer art therapy, mindfulness, and creative writing/journaling. *Art Therapy allows for expression of feelings using materials such as markers, paint, and pastels. It is a non-threatening and more immediate method to voice issues; drawing ability is not important.
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Marriage, Family & Individual Counseling Center
Pastoral Counselor, MA, LCPC, CTC, CMPC, ACMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clinton, NJ 08809
The journey of life can be difficult. You don’t have to travel through the difficulties alone. I have developed a nonjudgmental safe place with programs that promote healing and hope. For more than 25 years these programs have helped with Marriage, Communication, Addiction, and Abuse, We will work together to identify needs and work towards having those needs met. I welcome the opportunity to help you find solutions. If you are not interested in Faith based Counseling please let me know, and I will help you reach your goals.
The journey of life can be difficult. You don’t have to travel through the difficulties alone. I have developed a nonjudgmental safe place with programs that promote healing and hope. For more than 25 years these programs have helped with Marriage, Communication, Addiction, and Abuse, We will work together to identify needs and work towards having those needs met. I welcome the opportunity to help you find solutions. If you are not interested in Faith based Counseling please let me know, and I will help you reach your goals.
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Kara A. Diefenderfer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CAADC, CCTP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lebanon, NJ 08833 (Online Only)
The main areas I specialize in are addiction, trauma, codependency, BPD & ADHD.
So many of us struggle in life, but the worst part is, we struggle in silence. I’m here to listen to whatever part of your story you want to share, whether it’s your past, your present or everything in between. I hope through listening I can help guide you to what you already know within yourself, but might not be able to see right now. Wherever you are in your journey in life, I’d like to help you through the journey.
The main areas I specialize in are addiction, trauma, codependency, BPD & ADHD.
So many of us struggle in life, but the worst part is, we struggle in silence. I’m here to listen to whatever part of your story you want to share, whether it’s your past, your present or everything in between. I hope through listening I can help guide you to what you already know within yourself, but might not be able to see right now. Wherever you are in your journey in life, I’d like to help you through the journey.
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Melissa Dolgos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lebanon, NJ 08833
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I am someone who is genuine, caring, approachable and practical as a therapist. The populations I serve are pre - adolescents, adolescents, adults, couples, and parents. I have over 7 years of experience in the mental health field working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders and peer issues. I am fully trained in Dialectal Behavior Therapy. Other specialties include self harm, self esteem and Asperger's.
Hello, I am someone who is genuine, caring, approachable and practical as a therapist. The populations I serve are pre - adolescents, adolescents, adults, couples, and parents. I have over 7 years of experience in the mental health field working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders and peer issues. I am fully trained in Dialectal Behavior Therapy. Other specialties include self harm, self esteem and Asperger's.
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We often move through life carrying wounds that prevent us from living life fully. I value providing you with a safe, judgment free zone, where you can embark on a personal journey to deeply explore and heal from the issues that have fueled your life struggles. I take special interest in treating trauma stemming from either childhood or adulthood as well as relationship difficulties including attachment patterns and relationship compatibility. I am also well versed in a wide array of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, sleep, and body image issues.
We often move through life carrying wounds that prevent us from living life fully. I value providing you with a safe, judgment free zone, where you can embark on a personal journey to deeply explore and heal from the issues that have fueled your life struggles. I take special interest in treating trauma stemming from either childhood or adulthood as well as relationship difficulties including attachment patterns and relationship compatibility. I am also well versed in a wide array of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, sleep, and body image issues.
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I help clients live a happier and more meaningful life by overcoming barriers they are facing, such as anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, developmental challenges, and struggles with substance use and other addictive behaviors. If you are dealing with any of these issues and are ready to make a change in your life, I would be happy to join you in the journey of improving your life!
I help clients live a happier and more meaningful life by overcoming barriers they are facing, such as anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, developmental challenges, and struggles with substance use and other addictive behaviors. If you are dealing with any of these issues and are ready to make a change in your life, I would be happy to join you in the journey of improving your life!
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Welcome to my practice. I specialize in treatment with children, adolescents, and adults using a relational/cognitive behavioral approach. I work with anxiety/ depressive disorders, trauma disorders, sexual behavior problems, marital/family matters, and high conflict situations, including post-divorce issues. I am happy to offer confidential, professional counseling in a safe and relaxed setting. With 20 years of practice, I am confident that people can work toward change and really make it happen. I believe in evidence based treatment with goals. After all, you are coming to therapy to get better. You deserve to gain the results you want.
Welcome to my practice. I specialize in treatment with children, adolescents, and adults using a relational/cognitive behavioral approach. I work with anxiety/ depressive disorders, trauma disorders, sexual behavior problems, marital/family matters, and high conflict situations, including post-divorce issues. I am happy to offer confidential, professional counseling in a safe and relaxed setting. With 20 years of practice, I am confident that people can work toward change and really make it happen. I believe in evidence based treatment with goals. After all, you are coming to therapy to get better. You deserve to gain the results you want.
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As a practitioner, my primary goal is establishing a safe and open space for patients to explore and self-disclose. With 20 years of experience in working with adults and adolescents struggling with a variety of mental health and/or addiction concerns, my experience and scope of expertise is broad-ranging. Over time, I have assisted hundreds of clients with complex emotional, relationship addiction & work/life issues. Through identifying patient strengths and past successes, my goal is to collaborate with clients in improving their quality of life. (LGBTQ friendly)
As a practitioner, my primary goal is establishing a safe and open space for patients to explore and self-disclose. With 20 years of experience in working with adults and adolescents struggling with a variety of mental health and/or addiction concerns, my experience and scope of expertise is broad-ranging. Over time, I have assisted hundreds of clients with complex emotional, relationship addiction & work/life issues. Through identifying patient strengths and past successes, my goal is to collaborate with clients in improving their quality of life. (LGBTQ friendly)
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Kristen Frees
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Califon, NJ 07830 (Online Only)
Change and healing can be a difficult journey to endure alone, and finding a therapist to help you through is often the hardest step that you can take. I want to make that first step as comfortable as possible by offering a supportive, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach. I believe in the importance of building trust within the therapeutic relationship to provide you a safe space to nurture hope and gain insight into your own struggles. Our work together will help you learn creative and realistic coping strategies to assist in managing tough emotions, improve communication, reduce stress, and increase self-acceptance.
Change and healing can be a difficult journey to endure alone, and finding a therapist to help you through is often the hardest step that you can take. I want to make that first step as comfortable as possible by offering a supportive, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach. I believe in the importance of building trust within the therapeutic relationship to provide you a safe space to nurture hope and gain insight into your own struggles. Our work together will help you learn creative and realistic coping strategies to assist in managing tough emotions, improve communication, reduce stress, and increase self-acceptance.
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I have 25+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. I have worked with individuals as well as families and couples. The experience I have is multi-faceted. I have direct, clinical experience working in the areas of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance abuse, Dementia, adoption and family systems. I have worked in an educational, community, and a psychiatric hospital setting.
I have 25+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. I have worked with individuals as well as families and couples. The experience I have is multi-faceted. I have direct, clinical experience working in the areas of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance abuse, Dementia, adoption and family systems. I have worked in an educational, community, and a psychiatric hospital setting.
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Heal your past so you can live in your present, and then plan for a future worth living. I see my job as being a guide. I utilize creative modalities to guide you in facing burdens you carry from the past, so you can put the pieces of your life back together.
Heal your past so you can live in your present, and then plan for a future worth living. I see my job as being a guide. I utilize creative modalities to guide you in facing burdens you carry from the past, so you can put the pieces of your life back together.
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Ruth Homer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822 (Online Only)
My ideal clients are facing challenges in relationships, emotional regulation and behavioral addiction. I have 12 years experience in counseling and have been in private practice for 4 years. I offer a warm and supportive (virtual) environment where clients feel heard and understood. Together we explore interactions in relationships, old personal narratives and develop skillful practices and responses. We discover childhood connections, "parts" and faulty feedback loops, all while aimed at the goal of integration into a more accepting state of being. My approach is experiential, DBT supported and IFS/Attachment informed.
My ideal clients are facing challenges in relationships, emotional regulation and behavioral addiction. I have 12 years experience in counseling and have been in private practice for 4 years. I offer a warm and supportive (virtual) environment where clients feel heard and understood. Together we explore interactions in relationships, old personal narratives and develop skillful practices and responses. We discover childhood connections, "parts" and faulty feedback loops, all while aimed at the goal of integration into a more accepting state of being. My approach is experiential, DBT supported and IFS/Attachment informed.
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Helen Santana - Blueprint Mental Health
Licensed Social Worker, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flemington, NJ 08822
Blueprint Mental Health offers specialized outpatient counseling services for children, teens, and adults. We offer in person sessions in Somerville, New Jersey and virtual sessions anywhere in the state. Our expert team is dedicated to providing tailored support and guidance to individuals navigating through various mental health challenges. From anxiety and depression to behavioral issues and trauma, we offer comprehensive solutions to promote healing and well-being. Explore our website to learn more about our approach, services, and how we can support you or your loved ones on the journey to mental wellness.
Blueprint Mental Health offers specialized outpatient counseling services for children, teens, and adults. We offer in person sessions in Somerville, New Jersey and virtual sessions anywhere in the state. Our expert team is dedicated to providing tailored support and guidance to individuals navigating through various mental health challenges. From anxiety and depression to behavioral issues and trauma, we offer comprehensive solutions to promote healing and well-being. Explore our website to learn more about our approach, services, and how we can support you or your loved ones on the journey to mental wellness.
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Vera Papp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flemington, NJ 08822
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a background in eating disorders, anxiety and depression. I am very familiar with psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapies. I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds. I believe that we all have the capacity to gain strength from and overcome our struggles.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a background in eating disorders, anxiety and depression. I am very familiar with psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapies. I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds. I believe that we all have the capacity to gain strength from and overcome our struggles.
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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.