Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Rocky Point, NY
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Often wonder about your purpose? Have you experienced outcomes in life that have not aligned with who you are? Are obstacles blocking your pathway? Do you need to express your thoughts, feelings, and emotional experiences -freely without fear of judgment? My strength is viewing individuals openly, and working collaboratively towards finding joy, discovering and honoring your unique true self. New experiences can bring challenges however, with that comes the chance for open opportunities to illuminate self-empowerment and create the life you deserve.
Often wonder about your purpose? Have you experienced outcomes in life that have not aligned with who you are? Are obstacles blocking your pathway? Do you need to express your thoughts, feelings, and emotional experiences -freely without fear of judgment? My strength is viewing individuals openly, and working collaboratively towards finding joy, discovering and honoring your unique true self. New experiences can bring challenges however, with that comes the chance for open opportunities to illuminate self-empowerment and create the life you deserve.
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Sean M. Stewart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rocky Point, NY 11778 (Online Only)
I’m a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience in psychotherapy. In therapy I promote an environment where all your thoughts and feelings are not only acceptable, but encouraged to be expressed, and where you will be understood without judgment. Through our work together we will identify and resolve unhelpful thoughts and memories that may be leading to unhealthy feelings and behaviors. It is my hope that you'll walk away from our sessions more self-aware, suffering less and more capable of improving the dynamics of your relationships.
I’m a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience in psychotherapy. In therapy I promote an environment where all your thoughts and feelings are not only acceptable, but encouraged to be expressed, and where you will be understood without judgment. Through our work together we will identify and resolve unhelpful thoughts and memories that may be leading to unhealthy feelings and behaviors. It is my hope that you'll walk away from our sessions more self-aware, suffering less and more capable of improving the dynamics of your relationships.
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Hello and thank you for viewing my profile. I am excited to get to know my clients and help them achieve their short and long-term goals. I use hypnosis and mindfulness practices for those who are interested in learning to heal self. I enjoy working with "the overthinker" and "worrier". I have specialized training in working with individuals that live with anxiety disorders and cope with various medical conditions. I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist that has training in DBT.
Hello and thank you for viewing my profile. I am excited to get to know my clients and help them achieve their short and long-term goals. I use hypnosis and mindfulness practices for those who are interested in learning to heal self. I enjoy working with "the overthinker" and "worrier". I have specialized training in working with individuals that live with anxiety disorders and cope with various medical conditions. I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist that has training in DBT.
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Finding "our calm space" within in a very chaotic world is so important. Life will always throw challenges in our way, how we meet those challenges is very important to who we are as individuals. Find your "calm space". Learn to be your own best friend. Find healthy reciprocal relationships that will be with you for life. Understand that though you are hurting now, you are strong and resilient. There is always some discomfort in positive change. Turn off the social media often. Learn how to be mindful...learn how hypnotherapy (hypnosis + therapy) can change how you feel both physically and emotionally. Look forward!
Finding "our calm space" within in a very chaotic world is so important. Life will always throw challenges in our way, how we meet those challenges is very important to who we are as individuals. Find your "calm space". Learn to be your own best friend. Find healthy reciprocal relationships that will be with you for life. Understand that though you are hurting now, you are strong and resilient. There is always some discomfort in positive change. Turn off the social media often. Learn how to be mindful...learn how hypnotherapy (hypnosis + therapy) can change how you feel both physically and emotionally. Look forward!
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Amanda Demers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rocky Point, NY 11778
Life can throw curveballs that are hard to navigate! In each session, I aim to provide tools, custom to each individual, that can help navigate life’s challenges. I strive to create a serene environment that allow individuals to feel comfortable & secure while working to reach their counseling goals. With each individual comes a different healing journey; I am here to help you along your journey every step of the way!
Life can throw curveballs that are hard to navigate! In each session, I aim to provide tools, custom to each individual, that can help navigate life’s challenges. I strive to create a serene environment that allow individuals to feel comfortable & secure while working to reach their counseling goals. With each individual comes a different healing journey; I am here to help you along your journey every step of the way!
More Therapists Nearby
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DBT is effective with borderline PD; chronic suicidal ideation; self-harm behaviors; Major Depression; Bipolar Disorder; Anxiety Disorders; Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD); Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD); Eating Disorders; Substance abuse/Addictions; and confusion about gender identity.
We are a small, private psychology practice in Port Jefferson, NY in Suffolk County on Long Island. Our Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) practice is dedicated to the knowledgeable and compassionate care of individuals struggling with intense emotions, behavioral difficulties, problems in their relationships, and other mental health concerns. Clear Path DBT treats clients across all stages of life, from children (9 years and older) with emotional and behavioral dysregulation, to teens, young adults, college students, adults, and older adults. We strive to help individuals build a life worth living.
DBT is effective with borderline PD; chronic suicidal ideation; self-harm behaviors; Major Depression; Bipolar Disorder; Anxiety Disorders; Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD); Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD); Eating Disorders; Substance abuse/Addictions; and confusion about gender identity.
We are a small, private psychology practice in Port Jefferson, NY in Suffolk County on Long Island. Our Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) practice is dedicated to the knowledgeable and compassionate care of individuals struggling with intense emotions, behavioral difficulties, problems in their relationships, and other mental health concerns. Clear Path DBT treats clients across all stages of life, from children (9 years and older) with emotional and behavioral dysregulation, to teens, young adults, college students, adults, and older adults. We strive to help individuals build a life worth living.
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Kathleen DiMartino
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
I have experience with those who have medical problems, are in chronic pain, and have borderline personality disorder.
Life can be both painful and challenging, but that does not mean that you have to go through it alone. Therapy is often a great place to start (or continue) when we are in need of some extra support.
I have experience with those who have medical problems, are in chronic pain, and have borderline personality disorder.
Life can be both painful and challenging, but that does not mean that you have to go through it alone. Therapy is often a great place to start (or continue) when we are in need of some extra support.
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Erika Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Sinai, NY 11766 (Online Only)
If you are struggling with self-esteem, relationship, suicidal urges/thoughts/history, self harm urges/thoughts/history, personal trauma, feeling disconnected/dissociated, impulsivity, over controlled, OCD, BPD, Bipolar Dx, Schizoaffective Dx, interpersonal effectiveness or any behavioral issues and you are looking to experience life being happy, feeling heard and understanding that you matter, then you are my ideal client.
If you are struggling with self-esteem, relationship, suicidal urges/thoughts/history, self harm urges/thoughts/history, personal trauma, feeling disconnected/dissociated, impulsivity, over controlled, OCD, BPD, Bipolar Dx, Schizoaffective Dx, interpersonal effectiveness or any behavioral issues and you are looking to experience life being happy, feeling heard and understanding that you matter, then you are my ideal client.
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We serve children (ages 5 and up), adolescents, and adults across the lifespan. We treat conditions including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Autism, Developmental Disorders. We also focus on the treatment of stress and anxiety in individuals coping with chronic medical illnesses.
We serve children (ages 5 and up), adolescents, and adults across the lifespan. We treat conditions including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Autism, Developmental Disorders. We also focus on the treatment of stress and anxiety in individuals coping with chronic medical illnesses.
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I specialize in treating anxiety and depression, as well as clients diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder or Borderline Personality Disorder.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I know life can throw some pretty mean curveballs. Life can get extremely difficult to navigate, causing stress, anxiety, depression, and anger. I would be honored to work with you, to help you make it through these difficult times and get to a better place. I believe that everyone has the inner resources to heal their wounds and improve their lives. As your therapist, I can help you to access these resources and utilize them to achieve your goals. My objective is to help you discover your full potential, and to be the very best version of yourself.
I specialize in treating anxiety and depression, as well as clients diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder or Borderline Personality Disorder.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I know life can throw some pretty mean curveballs. Life can get extremely difficult to navigate, causing stress, anxiety, depression, and anger. I would be honored to work with you, to help you make it through these difficult times and get to a better place. I believe that everyone has the inner resources to heal their wounds and improve their lives. As your therapist, I can help you to access these resources and utilize them to achieve your goals. My objective is to help you discover your full potential, and to be the very best version of yourself.
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Does your child have problems regulating his or her emotions? Do they go from 0-100 in no time and are they prone to frequent behavioral and emotional outbursts? Have you noticed a change in him or her? Are you concerned that your child might be unhappy? I offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , I will sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. I have helped thousands of families to heal. Let me offer you the same hope.
Does your child have problems regulating his or her emotions? Do they go from 0-100 in no time and are they prone to frequent behavioral and emotional outbursts? Have you noticed a change in him or her? Are you concerned that your child might be unhappy? I offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , I will sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. I have helped thousands of families to heal. Let me offer you the same hope.
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Ann Marie Pagano
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Sinai, NY 11766
As a dedicated therapist, I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and their families who struggle with impulsive behaviors, suicidal ideations, self-harm, and emotional dysregulation. I also have a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals who have been adopted, recognizing the complexities and dynamics involved in their experiences. Adoption can bring about a range of emotional and behavioral issues, such as identity confusion, attachment difficulties, and feelings of abandonment. I help adopted individuals and their families navigate these challenges while fostering security and belonging.
As a dedicated therapist, I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and their families who struggle with impulsive behaviors, suicidal ideations, self-harm, and emotional dysregulation. I also have a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals who have been adopted, recognizing the complexities and dynamics involved in their experiences. Adoption can bring about a range of emotional and behavioral issues, such as identity confusion, attachment difficulties, and feelings of abandonment. I help adopted individuals and their families navigate these challenges while fostering security and belonging.
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Are you suffering with suicidal thoughts/behaviors, self-harm, managing your emotions, interpersonal issues, impulsivity or trauma? If so, I am here to help. My ideal client may be struggling with functioning in many areas of their life and may have a past history of trauma that they have not been able to share. The clients I treat are seeking skills to be able to treat these symptoms so they can heal.
Are you suffering with suicidal thoughts/behaviors, self-harm, managing your emotions, interpersonal issues, impulsivity or trauma? If so, I am here to help. My ideal client may be struggling with functioning in many areas of their life and may have a past history of trauma that they have not been able to share. The clients I treat are seeking skills to be able to treat these symptoms so they can heal.
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My patients are adult individuals and couples with diverse backgrounds and varied needs. They represent every gender, orientation, and identification. I work with patients experiencing a wide array of symptoms and issues, ranging from mild concerns through catastrophic symptoms. People of all ethnicities, faiths, races, belief systems, and cultures are welcome in my (virtual) practice; all can expect to find respect, genuine caring, palpable empathy, dignity, collaborative treatment. Many concerns can be resolved effectively via virtual/remote treatment, but if you require in-person care, I will help with a referral (for now).
My patients are adult individuals and couples with diverse backgrounds and varied needs. They represent every gender, orientation, and identification. I work with patients experiencing a wide array of symptoms and issues, ranging from mild concerns through catastrophic symptoms. People of all ethnicities, faiths, races, belief systems, and cultures are welcome in my (virtual) practice; all can expect to find respect, genuine caring, palpable empathy, dignity, collaborative treatment. Many concerns can be resolved effectively via virtual/remote treatment, but if you require in-person care, I will help with a referral (for now).
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I am Christopher Montano, a dedicated therapist specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with a passion for helping individuals overcome life's challenges and improve their emotional well-being. As a bilingual therapist, I offer services in both English and Spanish, ensuring that all clients feel understood and supported.I work best with clients who are seeking intensive support and are committed to making positive changes in their lives. My ideal clients are individuals who are struggling with managing intense emotions, navigating difficult relationships, coping with trauma, or seeking to develop healthier coping skills.
I am Christopher Montano, a dedicated therapist specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with a passion for helping individuals overcome life's challenges and improve their emotional well-being. As a bilingual therapist, I offer services in both English and Spanish, ensuring that all clients feel understood and supported.I work best with clients who are seeking intensive support and are committed to making positive changes in their lives. My ideal clients are individuals who are struggling with managing intense emotions, navigating difficult relationships, coping with trauma, or seeking to develop healthier coping skills.
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Alyson R Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manorville, NY 11949 (Online Only)
As a licensed clinical social worker, I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to heal, grow, and become the best version of themselves in a safe, comforting, and non-judgmental environment. I believe in a personalized approach to best meet each of my clients’ individual needs. I aim to empower you by teaching you a variety of skills including mindfulness, emotional regulation skills, and distress tolerance skills.
As a licensed clinical social worker, I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to heal, grow, and become the best version of themselves in a safe, comforting, and non-judgmental environment. I believe in a personalized approach to best meet each of my clients’ individual needs. I aim to empower you by teaching you a variety of skills including mindfulness, emotional regulation skills, and distress tolerance skills.
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Vanessa Sejour
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medford, NY 11763 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Finding the right therapist can be a difficult task. You have to think of what it is you would like to work on and if the person smiling to your left will "get" you. This is a good time to introduce myself.
Finding the right therapist can be a difficult task. You have to think of what it is you would like to work on and if the person smiling to your left will "get" you. This is a good time to introduce myself.
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I am a licensed therapist committed to helping others heal, grow, and develop deeper self awareness. I believe one's experience in therapy should be safe, supportive, and non-judgmental. I strive to make my office a compassionate, and welcoming environment that promotes growth, self-exploration and healing. My clinical approach is warm, empathetic, and collaborative. I customize treatment to each individual, as I believe each person comes to therapy with their own unique strengths, experiences, and needs. I routinely ask for feedback to ensure my clients are getting the most out of their time in therapy.
I am a licensed therapist committed to helping others heal, grow, and develop deeper self awareness. I believe one's experience in therapy should be safe, supportive, and non-judgmental. I strive to make my office a compassionate, and welcoming environment that promotes growth, self-exploration and healing. My clinical approach is warm, empathetic, and collaborative. I customize treatment to each individual, as I believe each person comes to therapy with their own unique strengths, experiences, and needs. I routinely ask for feedback to ensure my clients are getting the most out of their time in therapy.
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Welcome, my name is Sarah. I am a Licensed Social Worker with experience in helping adults and adolescents navigate concerns, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, shame, substance use, and grief. I offer a safe, warm environment and compassionate approach to clients seeking support.
Welcome, my name is Sarah. I am a Licensed Social Worker with experience in helping adults and adolescents navigate concerns, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, shame, substance use, and grief. I offer a safe, warm environment and compassionate approach to clients seeking support.
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Taylor is a mental health professional who believes in empowering her clients in discovering their own self-worth and confidence. Taylor holds her license in mental health counseling with experience helping individuals of all backgrounds. Taylor adapts her counseling approaches to meet the unique needs of each client she works with. Taylor believes it is the power of empathy that fosters healing and growth to assist her clients in taking control of their lives in order for them to achieve their goals.
Taylor is a mental health professional who believes in empowering her clients in discovering their own self-worth and confidence. Taylor holds her license in mental health counseling with experience helping individuals of all backgrounds. Taylor adapts her counseling approaches to meet the unique needs of each client she works with. Taylor believes it is the power of empathy that fosters healing and growth to assist her clients in taking control of their lives in order for them to achieve their 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.