Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Cresskill, NJ
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Dr. Selby specializes in CBT and DBT for adolescents, families, and adults. She utilizes a collaborative therapeutic style, incorporating sensitivity and humor, while tailoring treatment to each client. Dr. Selby aims to create a partnership which emphasizes both acceptance of where the client is at in their life, while also encouraging movement and change.
Dr. Selby specializes in CBT and DBT for adolescents, families, and adults. She utilizes a collaborative therapeutic style, incorporating sensitivity and humor, while tailoring treatment to each client. Dr. Selby aims to create a partnership which emphasizes both acceptance of where the client is at in their life, while also encouraging movement and change.
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Michael Rothberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cresskill, NJ 07626
As your therapist, I will always treat you with respect and empathy. I am active, supportive and nonjudgmental. Many of my clients have told me that I'm warm, easy to talk to, down to earth, and funny. I treat individuals and couples especially those dealing with depression, anxiety related issues, and social functioning issues. I also treat pre-adolescents and teenagers. I particularly enjoy the helping relationship between client and therapist. I am so thankful to do a job that I truly love. The therapeutic models that inform my practice include Client focused therapy, Schema Therapy, Self Psychology, and CBT.
As your therapist, I will always treat you with respect and empathy. I am active, supportive and nonjudgmental. Many of my clients have told me that I'm warm, easy to talk to, down to earth, and funny. I treat individuals and couples especially those dealing with depression, anxiety related issues, and social functioning issues. I also treat pre-adolescents and teenagers. I particularly enjoy the helping relationship between client and therapist. I am so thankful to do a job that I truly love. The therapeutic models that inform my practice include Client focused therapy, Schema Therapy, Self Psychology, and CBT.
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I'm a knowledgeable, well grounded clinician, who has extensive experience treating adults and children with anxiety disorders, adjustment problems, and substance abuse disorders. What I bring to my practice is judgment, experience, and a practical problem solving approach.
I'm a knowledgeable, well grounded clinician, who has extensive experience treating adults and children with anxiety disorders, adjustment problems, and substance abuse disorders. What I bring to my practice is judgment, experience, and a practical problem solving approach.
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I am honored that you are considering me to help you with your journey toward self-discovery and mental health. I have over a decade of experience working with people throughout the lifespan on a variety of concerns, including family issues, interpersonal issues, trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and body image concerns, among others. I am certified in perinatal mental health, including fertility issues, mental health during pregnancy, pregnancy loss and traumatic birth experiences and postpartum mental health and adjustment. I also have extensive experience working with college students and trauma.
I am honored that you are considering me to help you with your journey toward self-discovery and mental health. I have over a decade of experience working with people throughout the lifespan on a variety of concerns, including family issues, interpersonal issues, trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and body image concerns, among others. I am certified in perinatal mental health, including fertility issues, mental health during pregnancy, pregnancy loss and traumatic birth experiences and postpartum mental health and adjustment. I also have extensive experience working with college students and trauma.
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My name is Orly Gal, licensed family therapist, mother of 4 living in Cresskill, NJ. I specialize in, individual, couple and family therapy. My therapy sessions apply a combination of empathy, insight & optimism to help my clients reach their full potential, enhance their happiness and well being. I treat all age ranges including kids and teenagers.
My name is Orly Gal, licensed family therapist, mother of 4 living in Cresskill, NJ. I specialize in, individual, couple and family therapy. My therapy sessions apply a combination of empathy, insight & optimism to help my clients reach their full potential, enhance their happiness and well being. I treat all age ranges including kids and teenagers.
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Dr. Max Craig Kusovitsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LSCW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Cresskill, NJ 07626
I am a psychoanalyst specializing in the phenomena of unconscious mental life. Patients are often referred to my practice after previous efforts have felt unhelpful, limited or kept one "stuck" in and out of therapy. My focus is both on the material functioning within awareness, and dynamics operating underneath our wish--and fears--to change. This substance generates felt and unfelt strife within all individuals, regardless of symptoms, situation or diagnosis. That is to say, there is invaluable MEANING and FUNCTION to any thought, feeling or behavior. We do not operate separately from our selves.
I am a psychoanalyst specializing in the phenomena of unconscious mental life. Patients are often referred to my practice after previous efforts have felt unhelpful, limited or kept one "stuck" in and out of therapy. My focus is both on the material functioning within awareness, and dynamics operating underneath our wish--and fears--to change. This substance generates felt and unfelt strife within all individuals, regardless of symptoms, situation or diagnosis. That is to say, there is invaluable MEANING and FUNCTION to any thought, feeling or behavior. We do not operate separately from our selves.
![Photo of Randi Linick, LPC, LCADC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f997a9c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC), as well as a licensed certified alcohol and drug counselor (LCADC). For over a decade I have been working with adolescents, adults, and families utilizing an eclectic, holistic approach. I work with clients helping to foster the mind/body connection. Together we nurture this connection in order to promote balanced, well-rounded mental health. I received my Bachelor's Degree from Washington University in St. Louis and my Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC), as well as a licensed certified alcohol and drug counselor (LCADC). For over a decade I have been working with adolescents, adults, and families utilizing an eclectic, holistic approach. I work with clients helping to foster the mind/body connection. Together we nurture this connection in order to promote balanced, well-rounded mental health. I received my Bachelor's Degree from Washington University in St. Louis and my Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University.
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Julie Rosenberg, MA, LPC, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Closter, NJ 07624 (Online Only)
I also have experience working with the severely mentally ill population whose diagnoses include Schizophrenia and Borderline Personality Disorders.
Do you feel more stress than you can sometimes handle? Are you having problems maintaining healthy relationships with family or friends? Are money problems caused by the bad economy getting you down? We have all been through difficult times but need support to get through them. Many times family conflicts originate from someone else other than yourself. I can help you find practical coping mechanisms to get things back in order so that you may achieve happiness, intimacy and relaxation so that you may enjoy your life at the fullest capacity.
I also have experience working with the severely mentally ill population whose diagnoses include Schizophrenia and Borderline Personality Disorders.
Do you feel more stress than you can sometimes handle? Are you having problems maintaining healthy relationships with family or friends? Are money problems caused by the bad economy getting you down? We have all been through difficult times but need support to get through them. Many times family conflicts originate from someone else other than yourself. I can help you find practical coping mechanisms to get things back in order so that you may achieve happiness, intimacy and relaxation so that you may enjoy your life at the fullest capacity.
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Dana Colthart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Englewood, NJ 07631
SPECIALITY/TREATMENT MODALITIES anxiety disorders, OCD, eating disorders, depression, BPD, bi-polar disorder, C-PTSD, PTSD.
My approach to therapy is based on creating a strong relationship with my clients: a place where they feel safe to explore their lives . I always work collaboratively with my clients to find what techniques and therapeutic environment they need to grow, and heal. I believe that having an empathic, open, and caring therapist is where successful therapy begins. I place a strong emphasis on making my clients feel comfortable, welcome, and safe. I do not believe that one approach in therapy will work for everyone.
SPECIALITY/TREATMENT MODALITIES anxiety disorders, OCD, eating disorders, depression, BPD, bi-polar disorder, C-PTSD, PTSD.
My approach to therapy is based on creating a strong relationship with my clients: a place where they feel safe to explore their lives . I always work collaboratively with my clients to find what techniques and therapeutic environment they need to grow, and heal. I believe that having an empathic, open, and caring therapist is where successful therapy begins. I place a strong emphasis on making my clients feel comfortable, welcome, and safe. I do not believe that one approach in therapy will work for everyone.
![Photo of Dominique Focazio, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/08f42605-6db1-4222-bb80-8a910e737fa2/1/320x400.jpeg)
My experience has been with individuals, couples, and groups in an array of areas including Stress Management, Relationships, both PTSD and C-PTSD, BPD, Emotional Dysregulation, Non-Suicidal Self- Harm and LGBTQ+ identity formation.
I get it. Life happens. Sometimes you just need to talk and have someone listen. Whether therapy is new for you or you are revisiting it, my goal is help you create a fulfilling and happy life that you are excited to live. Whether you are looking to develop healthy coping skills or seek to dig deeper inside, I will work with you on your journey to a better understanding of who you are and who you may want to become. Note- To all the early birds: there is always time for therapy. I offer virtual sessions as early as 5am. There is always time for therapy!
My experience has been with individuals, couples, and groups in an array of areas including Stress Management, Relationships, both PTSD and C-PTSD, BPD, Emotional Dysregulation, Non-Suicidal Self- Harm and LGBTQ+ identity formation.
I get it. Life happens. Sometimes you just need to talk and have someone listen. Whether therapy is new for you or you are revisiting it, my goal is help you create a fulfilling and happy life that you are excited to live. Whether you are looking to develop healthy coping skills or seek to dig deeper inside, I will work with you on your journey to a better understanding of who you are and who you may want to become. Note- To all the early birds: there is always time for therapy. I offer virtual sessions as early as 5am. There is always time for therapy!
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Dr. Lori Crowson
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, LPC, PLLC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Alpine, NJ 07620 (Online Only)
I have a passion to help people overcome trials of life, go in the direction of grace and acceptance, and come to terms with their shortcomings without feeling condemnation. My aim is to help people learn how to be hospitable rather than exist in a state of hostility or loneliness. While we cannot change difficult situations of our past, we can work together to better understand and resolve the resulting challenges in our life. We all share a common need to express emotions and learn new ways to cope effectively.
I have a passion to help people overcome trials of life, go in the direction of grace and acceptance, and come to terms with their shortcomings without feeling condemnation. My aim is to help people learn how to be hospitable rather than exist in a state of hostility or loneliness. While we cannot change difficult situations of our past, we can work together to better understand and resolve the resulting challenges in our life. We all share a common need to express emotions and learn new ways to cope effectively.
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I believe our central motivation is to seek out and maintain strong emotional bonds with important others. When this is blocked, we don't give up that need, we learn ways of connecting that are dysfunctional and that wreak havoc on our emotional lives. Thus, we often ask ourselves, "Why is it always me?" or "Why do I always do that?" or "Why am I always alone?" I believe the key to growth is in understanding how your thoughts, which we are often unaware of, influence your feelings and behavior in the context of your relationships.
I believe our central motivation is to seek out and maintain strong emotional bonds with important others. When this is blocked, we don't give up that need, we learn ways of connecting that are dysfunctional and that wreak havoc on our emotional lives. Thus, we often ask ourselves, "Why is it always me?" or "Why do I always do that?" or "Why am I always alone?" I believe the key to growth is in understanding how your thoughts, which we are often unaware of, influence your feelings and behavior in the context of your relationships.
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The Koch Center (located in Montclair, Waldwick, Morristown, & Englewood) specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Therapy and Programs for Adults, Adolescents, Middle Schoolers, and Families. Our Intensive DBT Programs offer an opportunity to receive extensive support and expert treatment in an outpatient setting. We treat the full range of psychological issues (including Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders, Eating Disorders, Trauma, Relationship Problems, Personality Disorders). We have a Trauma Program for adults. We also offer individual therapy from varying theoretical orientations.
The Koch Center (located in Montclair, Waldwick, Morristown, & Englewood) specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Therapy and Programs for Adults, Adolescents, Middle Schoolers, and Families. Our Intensive DBT Programs offer an opportunity to receive extensive support and expert treatment in an outpatient setting. We treat the full range of psychological issues (including Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders, Eating Disorders, Trauma, Relationship Problems, Personality Disorders). We have a Trauma Program for adults. We also offer individual therapy from varying theoretical orientations.
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I am committed to providing my clients superior quality, highly specialized, mental health services. I strive to maintain the highest standards of excellence, integrity, quality of care, and professionalism. As a humanistic therapist with extensive training in multiple modalities, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential so that you can lead a happier and more fulfilling life. We will work together to better understand and resolve the challenges in your life. Individual and couples therapy are available.
I am committed to providing my clients superior quality, highly specialized, mental health services. I strive to maintain the highest standards of excellence, integrity, quality of care, and professionalism. As a humanistic therapist with extensive training in multiple modalities, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential so that you can lead a happier and more fulfilling life. We will work together to better understand and resolve the challenges in your life. Individual and couples therapy are available.
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Susan S. Turkenkopf, MSW, LCSW, CGP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666 (Online Only)
I, Susan S. Turkenkopf, MSW, LCSW, CGP, deal with the following issues and symptoms in my Private Practice: ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, Eating Disorders/Body Image, Internet/Online Problems, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Adolescent-Parent/Authority Difficulties, School Phobia/School Refusal/Separation, Learning Disabilities, Self-Esteem/Confidence,Gay/Lesbian/Gender/SexualityDivorce/Marital Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Anger Management, Social Anxiety, Substance Abuse Depression/Anxiety/Panic Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disdorder, Personality Disorders, Sleep Issues, Smoking/Addictions, Available Weekends COVID low fee available
I, Susan S. Turkenkopf, MSW, LCSW, CGP, deal with the following issues and symptoms in my Private Practice: ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, Eating Disorders/Body Image, Internet/Online Problems, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Adolescent-Parent/Authority Difficulties, School Phobia/School Refusal/Separation, Learning Disabilities, Self-Esteem/Confidence,Gay/Lesbian/Gender/SexualityDivorce/Marital Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Anger Management, Social Anxiety, Substance Abuse Depression/Anxiety/Panic Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disdorder, Personality Disorders, Sleep Issues, Smoking/Addictions, Available Weekends COVID low fee available
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I am a PhD Clinical Psychologist licensed to practice in New Jersey. My practice has 2 NJ locations, in Mountain Lakes and in Englewood. I work with individuals, couples and families.
After more than 20 years as a psychotherapist, I still feel passionate about my work. I love working with people. I continue to be fascinated and moved by people's ability to grow and change, and I feel privileged to be invited into their world. I believe that, working together to understand the difficulties that they are facing, we can find more authentic and more rewarding ways of living life and being in relationships.
I am a PhD Clinical Psychologist licensed to practice in New Jersey. My practice has 2 NJ locations, in Mountain Lakes and in Englewood. I work with individuals, couples and families.
After more than 20 years as a psychotherapist, I still feel passionate about my work. I love working with people. I continue to be fascinated and moved by people's ability to grow and change, and I feel privileged to be invited into their world. I believe that, working together to understand the difficulties that they are facing, we can find more authentic and more rewarding ways of living life and being in relationships.
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Hello! My name is Dr. Chelece-Atavia Brown, a Pre-Licensed Social Worker (LSW) for New Jersey and a certified facilitator in Teen Mental Health First Aid by the National Council of Well-Being. I have experience in providing therapeutic services for children, teens, adults, couples, and groups. I assist high-achieving Black women and men with navigating life stressors. I'm passionate about bridging the gap between faith and mental health to increase an individual's quality of life.
Hello! My name is Dr. Chelece-Atavia Brown, a Pre-Licensed Social Worker (LSW) for New Jersey and a certified facilitator in Teen Mental Health First Aid by the National Council of Well-Being. I have experience in providing therapeutic services for children, teens, adults, couples, and groups. I assist high-achieving Black women and men with navigating life stressors. I'm passionate about bridging the gap between faith and mental health to increase an individual's quality of life.
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Dr. Pam Pater-Ennis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tenafly, NJ 07670
I work well with a client who has experienced some type of sexual, psychological, or religious or spiritual trauma in their lives. In my sessions with this client, first I assess the level of trauma, help the client to build rapport with me, as well as trust. Secondly, I work to rebuild the client's life in terms of symptom management. Thirdly, the client and I form a partnership to improve relationship skills, thereby enabling the client to re-establish a sense of community. Finally, I value helping the client to rebalance his or her life in mind, body, and spirit.
I work well with a client who has experienced some type of sexual, psychological, or religious or spiritual trauma in their lives. In my sessions with this client, first I assess the level of trauma, help the client to build rapport with me, as well as trust. Secondly, I work to rebuild the client's life in terms of symptom management. Thirdly, the client and I form a partnership to improve relationship skills, thereby enabling the client to re-establish a sense of community. Finally, I value helping the client to rebalance his or her life in mind, body, and spirit.
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The Agresta Psychotherapy group has been providing psychotherapeutic services in the Metropolitan area for over thirty years. I, personally, have worked in the mental health profession in various capacities for over 20 years. My specialties include anxiety disorders, relationship counseling, women's issues and family and group therapy. I established a division of APG called Women's Wellness. Women's Wellness specializes in problems commonly associated with women, such as postpartum depression, fertility, adoption and surrogacy, women's cancers, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, parenting skills and couples issues.
The Agresta Psychotherapy group has been providing psychotherapeutic services in the Metropolitan area for over thirty years. I, personally, have worked in the mental health profession in various capacities for over 20 years. My specialties include anxiety disorders, relationship counseling, women's issues and family and group therapy. I established a division of APG called Women's Wellness. Women's Wellness specializes in problems commonly associated with women, such as postpartum depression, fertility, adoption and surrogacy, women's cancers, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, parenting skills and couples issues.
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I am a clinical social worker skilled and experienced in providing individual, family and group therapy to adults, adolescents and children. My style is non judgmental and I am sensitive to the needs of each individual. I use techniques that are eclectic, drawing on cognitive, behavioral, dialectical, narrative, psychodynamic, positive and humanistic psychology. I utilize evidence-based practices to help you achieve lasting growth by tailoring an individual treatment approach. I also use Motivational Interviewing techniques to help you to achieve desired goals.
I am a clinical social worker skilled and experienced in providing individual, family and group therapy to adults, adolescents and children. My style is non judgmental and I am sensitive to the needs of each individual. I use techniques that are eclectic, drawing on cognitive, behavioral, dialectical, narrative, psychodynamic, positive and humanistic psychology. I utilize evidence-based practices to help you achieve lasting growth by tailoring an individual treatment approach. I also use Motivational Interviewing techniques to help you to achieve desired goals.
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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.