Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Montclair, NJ
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I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in eating disorders, borderline PD, parenting, adolescents, and depression/anxiety. I work with individuals, couples and families in an active, caring, strengths based approach. I have advanced training in research based treatment methods such as DBT,and FBT that are proven to be effective! I combine compassion with evidenced based cognitive/behavioral interventions. I work to build collaboration with my clients and change lives by empowering individuals and families. I'm a speaker/group leader with the Eating Disorder Assoc of NJ and have appeared on CN8, WLTW-FM radio, News12 NJ.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in eating disorders, borderline PD, parenting, adolescents, and depression/anxiety. I work with individuals, couples and families in an active, caring, strengths based approach. I have advanced training in research based treatment methods such as DBT,and FBT that are proven to be effective! I combine compassion with evidenced based cognitive/behavioral interventions. I work to build collaboration with my clients and change lives by empowering individuals and families. I'm a speaker/group leader with the Eating Disorder Assoc of NJ and have appeared on CN8, WLTW-FM radio, News12 NJ.
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Mindful Therapeutic Solutions LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042 (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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Amanda Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DBT
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) specializing in the treatment of adolescents, young adults and adults suffering from mood disorders, depression, anxiety and borderline personality disorder (BPD). DBT is a therapy designed to teach people how to live in the moment, cope healthily with stress, regulate emotions and improve relationships with others. In DBT you and I will work to together to resolve the seeming contradiction between self-acceptance and change in order to bring about positive changes in your life.
I am a licensed clinical social worker intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) specializing in the treatment of adolescents, young adults and adults suffering from mood disorders, depression, anxiety and borderline personality disorder (BPD). DBT is a therapy designed to teach people how to live in the moment, cope healthily with stress, regulate emotions and improve relationships with others. In DBT you and I will work to together to resolve the seeming contradiction between self-acceptance and change in order to bring about positive changes in your life.
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Carolyn Goldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
Do you feel like your emotions rule your life? That you are overwhelmed by how to make the changes you want to see? I am here to help! As an expert in emotions, I offer compassionate, thoughtful, ethical, and effective care. I specialize in helping high school-aged adolescents, adults, and families navigate their emotional challenges. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm behaviors, depression, or symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder, I am here to support you. I am intensively trained in DBT, a proven method for managing complex emotions.
Do you feel like your emotions rule your life? That you are overwhelmed by how to make the changes you want to see? I am here to help! As an expert in emotions, I offer compassionate, thoughtful, ethical, and effective care. I specialize in helping high school-aged adolescents, adults, and families navigate their emotional challenges. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm behaviors, depression, or symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder, I am here to support you. I am intensively trained in DBT, a proven method for managing complex emotions.
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Liz Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
Do you feel as though intense emotions or behaviors control your life? That other therapy hasn't been helpful or created the change you needed? People who struggle with anxiety and panic, suicidal thoughts, self-harm behavior, depression, PTSD, OCD, eating disorders, and symptoms of borderline personality disorder all greatly benefit from DBT. If you have been struggling to understand with and cope with your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, have been experiencing interpersonal conflict within your relationships or family, or have been facing barriers to meet your goals despite your best efforts, we're here to help.
Do you feel as though intense emotions or behaviors control your life? That other therapy hasn't been helpful or created the change you needed? People who struggle with anxiety and panic, suicidal thoughts, self-harm behavior, depression, PTSD, OCD, eating disorders, and symptoms of borderline personality disorder all greatly benefit from DBT. If you have been struggling to understand with and cope with your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, have been experiencing interpersonal conflict within your relationships or family, or have been facing barriers to meet your goals despite your best efforts, we're here to help.
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Karen Greenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Couples, Therapy
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
Having relationship problems? Feeling stuck or in a downward spiral? I work in a confidential setting where you find solutions and make changes to live a more satisfying and meaningful life. I work with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma/recovery, grief, difficult relationships, and major life transitions. I also treat borderline, narcissistic personality and mood disorders. A combination of advanced training in various modalities and experience allows me to custom treatment to your needs and concerns. A strong connection to the therapist is the most important factor in a successful therapy.
Having relationship problems? Feeling stuck or in a downward spiral? I work in a confidential setting where you find solutions and make changes to live a more satisfying and meaningful life. I work with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma/recovery, grief, difficult relationships, and major life transitions. I also treat borderline, narcissistic personality and mood disorders. A combination of advanced training in various modalities and experience allows me to custom treatment to your needs and concerns. A strong connection to the therapist is the most important factor in a successful therapy.
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I am also highly experienced in depression, anxiety disorders, BPD, bipolar disorders, psychosis, and trauma.
Hi! My name is Dr. Ed Callaghan. I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and am fully licensed in the state of New Jersey. I am a Founder of the Integrative Therapy Institute of NJ and it’s Director of Child Services. I specialize in working with preschool and school-age children as well as adolescents and adults. I am especially proficient at working with children with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, behavioral problems, and school-related difficulties--especially problems related to academics and poor drive/motivation. I am also VERY SUCCESSFUL at bridging conflictual relationships between children and their parents.
I am also highly experienced in depression, anxiety disorders, BPD, bipolar disorders, psychosis, and trauma.
Hi! My name is Dr. Ed Callaghan. I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and am fully licensed in the state of New Jersey. I am a Founder of the Integrative Therapy Institute of NJ and it’s Director of Child Services. I specialize in working with preschool and school-age children as well as adolescents and adults. I am especially proficient at working with children with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, behavioral problems, and school-related difficulties--especially problems related to academics and poor drive/motivation. I am also VERY SUCCESSFUL at bridging conflictual relationships between children and their parents.
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Yonetta Bloomfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
I work with clients who present with a wide range of mental health disordrers, including Anxiety, Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder.
I obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Family and Child Studies from Montclair State University, and a Master’s Degree in Social Work at Rutgers University. My goal in working with clients is to empower clients to rebuild their sense of self-efficacy and human agency over their lives. I utilize a strength based, resiliency focused, and solution focused approach in working with clients in meeting each client's unique needs in therapy with individually tailored interventions.
I work with clients who present with a wide range of mental health disordrers, including Anxiety, Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder.
I obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Family and Child Studies from Montclair State University, and a Master’s Degree in Social Work at Rutgers University. My goal in working with clients is to empower clients to rebuild their sense of self-efficacy and human agency over their lives. I utilize a strength based, resiliency focused, and solution focused approach in working with clients in meeting each client's unique needs in therapy with individually tailored interventions.
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Jen Marshall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
Are you a woman who grew up in a challenging or even unsafe family environment? Do you struggle with self-judgement, self-doubt, or self-sabotage? Do you find yourself confused in personal/professional relationships? If so, you may believe your difficulties are your own fault, and that if only you could be better or stronger, things would be easier. In truth, you may be dealing with unhealed trauma. Unsteady attachment to one or both parents can be the unrecognized source of a lot of adult suffering, Understanding its impact and learning to care for yourself instead of judging yourself is the path to freedom.
Are you a woman who grew up in a challenging or even unsafe family environment? Do you struggle with self-judgement, self-doubt, or self-sabotage? Do you find yourself confused in personal/professional relationships? If so, you may believe your difficulties are your own fault, and that if only you could be better or stronger, things would be easier. In truth, you may be dealing with unhealed trauma. Unsteady attachment to one or both parents can be the unrecognized source of a lot of adult suffering, Understanding its impact and learning to care for yourself instead of judging yourself is the path to freedom.
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Allison S Stanton, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
My practice offers a variety of treatment options based on the client's needs and goals. After a thorough assessment some of the following treatment options may be recommended: individual psychotherapy, family therapy, marriage counseling, divorce counseling, or group therapy. Dialectic (DBT) and Cognitive (CBT) behavioral therapy techniques and practical interventions used in sessions will provide the client with tools and coping strategies to use between sessions. The therapeutic experience will assist clients with facilitating long term change, reducing anxiety and improving interpersonal relationships.
My practice offers a variety of treatment options based on the client's needs and goals. After a thorough assessment some of the following treatment options may be recommended: individual psychotherapy, family therapy, marriage counseling, divorce counseling, or group therapy. Dialectic (DBT) and Cognitive (CBT) behavioral therapy techniques and practical interventions used in sessions will provide the client with tools and coping strategies to use between sessions. The therapeutic experience will assist clients with facilitating long term change, reducing anxiety and improving interpersonal relationships.
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Prismatic Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPAT, ATR-BC, ACS, ATCS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
Hi! My name is Brittany Wolfson (she/her/hers), I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, Art Therapist and founder of Prismatic Counseling Services (PCS). I use a blend of talk therapy, art therapy and DBT skills to meet your needs in therapy. I value creating a safe and non-judgmental space for clients who are struggling with anxiety, negative self-talk and maladaptive behaviors. I primarily work with LGBTQIA+ clients exploring self and/or gender identity, who want to incorporate DBT skills and want to start working in a creative environment for further exploration.
Hi! My name is Brittany Wolfson (she/her/hers), I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, Art Therapist and founder of Prismatic Counseling Services (PCS). I use a blend of talk therapy, art therapy and DBT skills to meet your needs in therapy. I value creating a safe and non-judgmental space for clients who are struggling with anxiety, negative self-talk and maladaptive behaviors. I primarily work with LGBTQIA+ clients exploring self and/or gender identity, who want to incorporate DBT skills and want to start working in a creative environment for further exploration.
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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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I am a licensed psychologist practicing in Montclair, NJ. I received my A.B. in psychology from Harvard University, and my Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Emory University. I completed my pre-doctoral internship and post-doctoral fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital- Weill Cornell Medical College. In addition to treating adults and adolescents with a range of difficulties, including mood/anxiety disorders and relationship problems, I have specialized training in the treatment of personality disorders and working with individuals who struggle with ongoing patterns of self-defeating behavior, self-harm, or chronic experiences of emptiness or unhappiness.
I am a licensed psychologist practicing in Montclair, NJ. I received my A.B. in psychology from Harvard University, and my Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Emory University. I completed my pre-doctoral internship and post-doctoral fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital- Weill Cornell Medical College. In addition to treating adults and adolescents with a range of difficulties, including mood/anxiety disorders and relationship problems, I have specialized training in the treatment of personality disorders and working with individuals who struggle with ongoing patterns of self-defeating behavior, self-harm, or chronic experiences of emptiness or unhappiness.
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Dana Shabo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker in the state of New Jersey. I earned a Bachelors degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. My experience includes providing individual, group, couple and family counseling. I have seven years of experience working in various settings including partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, school counseling programs and traditional outpatient therapy. My experience includes working with children, adolescents and adults. My experience includes working with individuals with depressive, anxiety and mood disorders, behavioral issues,
I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker in the state of New Jersey. I earned a Bachelors degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. My experience includes providing individual, group, couple and family counseling. I have seven years of experience working in various settings including partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, school counseling programs and traditional outpatient therapy. My experience includes working with children, adolescents and adults. My experience includes working with individuals with depressive, anxiety and mood disorders, behavioral issues,
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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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Are you feeling overwhelmed with Life? Are you stressed out? Do you often feel tired, depressed, or anxious? Is your relationship or marriage not going well? Do you find yourself getting angry at the littlest things? Do you ever wish you could be more assertive with others around you? Do you worry about your kids? Do you want to resolve these issues - NOW? These are just some of the common themes that we all experience at one time or another, but you don't have to continue to feel this way. Please call for an appointment today (973) 865-5012.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with Life? Are you stressed out? Do you often feel tired, depressed, or anxious? Is your relationship or marriage not going well? Do you find yourself getting angry at the littlest things? Do you ever wish you could be more assertive with others around you? Do you worry about your kids? Do you want to resolve these issues - NOW? These are just some of the common themes that we all experience at one time or another, but you don't have to continue to feel this way. Please call for an appointment today (973) 865-5012.
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Within a therapeutic space we can begin to address concerns, beliefs and patterns of behaviors that have the ability too negatively impact our lives or prevent us from experiencing life as we truly desire. My approach to counseling is compassionate, open and direct. I seek to help others gain new insights in an effort to make wanted changes that may help improve their experiences in social, professional and emotional areas of life.
Within a therapeutic space we can begin to address concerns, beliefs and patterns of behaviors that have the ability too negatively impact our lives or prevent us from experiencing life as we truly desire. My approach to counseling is compassionate, open and direct. I seek to help others gain new insights in an effort to make wanted changes that may help improve their experiences in social, professional and emotional areas of life.
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Deborah New
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
Clients come to me for relief of symptoms of anxiety and depression, and to learn to process how trauma or complex trauma may be impacting their lives today and how to move forward from it. They also seek to gain insight into why they do what they do, to improve their agency or control over their own lives, to learn how to recognize and deal with feelings, to build their self-esteem and to find more pleasure and serenity in their lives. As we work towards the goals clients become ready and willing to make the real behavioral changes that will make a positive difference in their lives.
Clients come to me for relief of symptoms of anxiety and depression, and to learn to process how trauma or complex trauma may be impacting their lives today and how to move forward from it. They also seek to gain insight into why they do what they do, to improve their agency or control over their own lives, to learn how to recognize and deal with feelings, to build their self-esteem and to find more pleasure and serenity in their lives. As we work towards the goals clients become ready and willing to make the real behavioral changes that will make a positive difference in their lives.
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The Integrative Therapy Institute of New Jersey (ITI-NJ) is a group practice in clinical and counseling psychology that provides psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, and families. ITI-NJ operates at a number of locations throughout the state of NJ and the great majority of our therapists are in-network with all major insurance plans.
The Integrative Therapy Institute of New Jersey (ITI-NJ) is a group practice in clinical and counseling psychology that provides psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, and families. ITI-NJ operates at a number of locations throughout the state of NJ and the great majority of our therapists are in-network with all major insurance plans.
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Sally Pitanga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
Old patterns holding you back? Stress and anxiety gripping you? Do you just want to feel happier? Suffering from grief; or dealing with remembered trauma from childhood such as physical or sexual abuse? Problems in your relationships, with a partner/your child?
Old patterns holding you back? Stress and anxiety gripping you? Do you just want to feel happier? Suffering from grief; or dealing with remembered trauma from childhood such as physical or sexual abuse? Problems in your relationships, with a partner/your child?
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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.