Personality Disorders Therapists in Brooklyn, NY

Embark on your hero's journey with a therapist who stands as your steadfast guide through the labyrinth of identities, relationships, and complex traumas, especially in LGBTQAI2+, BIPOC, kink, trans, GNC, sex-positive, ENM, and poly communities. You're over feeling stuck or tired, yearning for someone to help reclaim your contentment, self-fulfillment, and wholeness. You deserve a competent, confident ally with the skills and wisdom to navigate this quest holistically—mind, body, and soul—and won't settle for a guide who can't embrace every facet of you. Welcome home, dear human, to your journey of self-discovery and empowerment.

It is my genuine belief that the process of therapy can be broken down into the following quote by author Hannah Brencher: “We all have a bag. We all pack differently. Some of us are traveling light. Some of us are secret hoarders who’ve never parted with a memory in our lives. I think we are all called to figure out how to carry our bag to the best of our ability, how to unpack it, and how to face the mess. I think part of growing up is learning how to sit down on the floor with all your things and figuring out what to take with you and what to leave behind.”

Hi, I'm Dr. Kim Rottier. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders, life transitions, and interpersonal challenges. I use evidence-based therapies (CBT, ACT, DBT, and ERP) in my clinical work and my expertise is in providing these therapies to teens and adults.

The need to feel heard and understood exists within all of us and is vital to thrive in life.  Without this need being met, you can find yourself struggling with feeling disconnected from others, weighed down by depression, held back by traumatic memories, overwhelmed by worry and fear, or stuck in your life while it seems as if everyone else is passing you by.  Holding your story with great care, I can offer you a safe haven so that you can reach your own healing and a sense of empowerment in your life.       

I have been a mental health professional for over 20 years. I received my Master's Degree in Social Work from New York University. My professional experience ranges from working with adults and the elderly, to young adults and teenagers. I see patients for individual therapy, couples therapy and family therapy. I specialize in a wide range of issues including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorders, poor social skills, struggles with work life, struggles with personal life, vertigo, daytime sleepiness, addiction, eating disorders, anger management, people with immigration history or immigrant families, postpartum depression, phobias/panic attacks.

I take an integrative approach to my work - I do not believe "one-size-fits-all. I am accepting adult clients only for individual therapy. I am licensed in DE, NJ, ME and NY. As the child of immigrants, I appreciate the challenges of negotiating between different cultures. Some members of immigrant communities are afraid of seeking help for mental illness. They fear being labeled negatively, shunned and stigmatized. Unfortunately, there is still a lot of misinformation about mental illness (e.g. you must be sick, crazy, weak if you seek therapy). Sadly, not enough people seek the help they need and deserve.

Have you been feeling like something is missing from your life? Maybe you find that you lack a sense of true connection in your relationships, or you are not living your authentic, best self. Functioning & flourishing are not synonymous and shouldn't be. Moving towards emotional freedom can be challenging, but ultimately deeply rewarding.

As a clinician, my foundational belief is in the power of collaboration and connection. I prioritize building a therapeutic alliance that fosters an environment where clients feel empowered to bring their entire selves into each session. My approach is anchored in warmth and humor, facilitating a space where growth, self-recognition, and development are not just goals but achievable realities. With a deep understanding that individuals are the experts of their own experiences, I utilize therapy as a means to unlock and explore the true self.

I believe that the choice to start talk therapy is a brave and empowering one, a moment where you are choosing to invest some time to learn more about who you are and where you've come from - knowledge you can use to improve your life. It doesn't matter if you are dissatisfied with your personal and/or professional relationships, struggling to identify your life goals, pondering the meaning of life, or stuck in what feels like an endlessly repeating loop of challenges -- knowledge is power.

I'm an integrative psychotherapist primarily practicing EMDR with a focus on trauma/PTSD, severe mental illness and other emotional distress, including experiences related to racial identity and sexual orientation. I'm curious about you; there is no judgment about your past, your perceptions, or your feelings. My foundation is in trauma work & attachment theory, where we look at relationships and experiences and how they may affect you today: the social and cultural settings we're in, how the way we identify ourselves and the way others identify us impacts your sense of safety, how we are perceived, and what opportunities we have.

Are you struggling with feeling in control of your emotional responses to the stress of life? Are you finding yourself reverting back to old patterns that make it difficult to follow through with your goals? In our fast-paced world, finding balance and feeling focused can feel daunting. My integrative approach merges the structured and effective strategies of DBT with the grounding and restorative principles of yoga that can help you find more clarity over your life. This integration can pave a pathway for clients to develop practical skills for managing emotions, improving relationships, and cultivating mindfulness.

The privacy of our emotional suffering can be painful. Not being able to share our innermost thoughts and feelings makes it difficult to have more meaningful relationships and to experience ourselves in a way that is life-enhancing. Having taken this first step to begin psychotherapy means that a part of you has chosen a personal path of healing. Talking with a psychoanalyst, someone who understands the complexities of the emotional world, will bring to life your pains, desires, and conflicts within a non-judgemental process that is both soothing and life-changing.

Are you finding it challenging to control your emotions? Does your inner voice become critical, increasing anxiety and affecting your relationships or daily routines? Our emotions are real and true, but when they become overwhelming, they can lead to unhealthy patterns and unwanted consequences. If you're experiencing this cycle in your life, remember that many others have faced similar struggles. As an experienced therapist, I provide a compassionate and non-judgemental approach to help you gain a better understanding of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

People seek psychotherapy because they are feeling stuck or trapped: stuck in a relationship, stuck in a job, or stuck in repeating some behavior or pattern again and again without knowing why. Psychological symptoms and self-defeating behaviors are not only sources of pain and suffering. When we learn how to listen to them, they contain messages about our deepest conflicts and desires, our anxiously buried wishes, and the histories of ourselves and of our families.

Reaching out to obtain support and guidance is a reflection of significant strength and courage! I look forward to helping you recognize this quality within as you work through the challenges that impede your ability to appreciate self and achieve your life goals and dreams!

My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns and negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

I specialize in working with couples & adults who have experienced the deep pain of complex PTSD & the profound impact it has had on their emotional well-being & relationships. If you have a strong desire to feel more connected with yourself & your partner but feel held back by the trauma you've experienced, or maybe struggling with patterns of self-sabotage, difficulty trusting others, or feeling stuck in your past experiences, I am here to help. My goal is to empower you to break free from the shackles of your trauma, heal & develop the skills to create a safe fulfilling, meaningful life. My approach is integrative & comprehensive

The significant challenges of modern life cause many people to lose touch with their own needs or longings in the strain of trying to adapt to the demands placed on them. Others develop self defeating patterns characterized by shame, self-blame, or substance abuse. Still others adapt successfully but are consistently blocked in their attempts to achieve lasting intimacy. As a therapist, I will work with you to achieve better understanding of the difficulties you are experiencing, and to discover more satisfying and adaptive responses.

We've all have some type of trauma in our life, whether it be something that affected us for a couple days, or something that we cannot stop thinking about after so many years. A lot of time people underestimate the effects of trauma. Many people have a fear of reaching out for help, a fear of being judged when they voice their feelings to their loved ones. I am here to create a safe and confidential environment for you to process your emotions.