Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Bellevue, WA

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Shawnna M Robinson
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
My areas of focus are preteens, teens, and adults. I specialize with borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, eating disorders, trauma, parenting concerns, family conflict, and self-esteem issues. I work with individuals 10 years old and up. Sessions are focused on your unique needs. Interventions are engaged that will help foster a healthy sense of self and promote healing. My session is a safe space with acceptance at the core. I am humbled to join with an individual and support them in their life story. In our sessions, your voice will be honored and used as a resource to obtain your goals.
My areas of focus are preteens, teens, and adults. I specialize with borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, eating disorders, trauma, parenting concerns, family conflict, and self-esteem issues. I work with individuals 10 years old and up. Sessions are focused on your unique needs. Interventions are engaged that will help foster a healthy sense of self and promote healing. My session is a safe space with acceptance at the core. I am humbled to join with an individual and support them in their life story. In our sessions, your voice will be honored and used as a resource to obtain your goals.
(425) 215-1322 View (425) 215-1322
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Pam Snyder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
I am licensed in Washington State and I work with adult children, partners and siblings of individuals with Narcissistic and Borderline Personality Disorder traits. It can be difficult to find a therapist who truly understands the impact and wounds of being raised in a home or being in a relationship with someone who has narcissistic traits or borderline traits. My work includes creating a healthy psychological separation, changing the negative internal messages, learning how to respond to others, creating healthy boundaries, stopping the legacy of distorted love and becoming your true and authentic self.
I am licensed in Washington State and I work with adult children, partners and siblings of individuals with Narcissistic and Borderline Personality Disorder traits. It can be difficult to find a therapist who truly understands the impact and wounds of being raised in a home or being in a relationship with someone who has narcissistic traits or borderline traits. My work includes creating a healthy psychological separation, changing the negative internal messages, learning how to respond to others, creating healthy boundaries, stopping the legacy of distorted love and becoming your true and authentic self.
(720) 838-4531 View (720) 838-4531
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Janette Allred Howarth
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, LMHP
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
My professional interests and current training experience are in the area of personality and mood disorders. I have certification in treating psychological trauma and it connection to addiction. It is critical that professionals are trained in handling psychological trauma and addiction brought on by a variety of factors, including mental health factors. I identify the basis of negative emotional reactivity, look at the motivational factors of deviant behavior or impulsive behaviors in general and assist the client in gaining healthy life skills that will help them through their difficulties.
My professional interests and current training experience are in the area of personality and mood disorders. I have certification in treating psychological trauma and it connection to addiction. It is critical that professionals are trained in handling psychological trauma and addiction brought on by a variety of factors, including mental health factors. I identify the basis of negative emotional reactivity, look at the motivational factors of deviant behavior or impulsive behaviors in general and assist the client in gaining healthy life skills that will help them through their difficulties.
(425) 620-3179 View (425) 620-3179
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Caroline Cutrone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98008
Do you feel that you are not your normal self and are looking for support in healing? In our society, it is easy to get caught up in our daily tasks and neglect our mental health. If you are looking for a space to heal, get support, and feel heard then you have come to the right place. I believe that therapy is a space where you can receive support and learn more about yourself in a safe environment.
Do you feel that you are not your normal self and are looking for support in healing? In our society, it is easy to get caught up in our daily tasks and neglect our mental health. If you are looking for a space to heal, get support, and feel heard then you have come to the right place. I believe that therapy is a space where you can receive support and learn more about yourself in a safe environment.
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Lingyan Linda Chen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTA, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
Do you feel stuck in your life and do not know how to move forward? Do you feel inadequate and find it difficult to find good in yourself and your life? Do you often try to please others while ignoring your own needs? Do you struggle to maintain intimate relationships? Do you sometimes feel confused and dissatisfied about yourself and want to know who you are and want to be? If any of these resonates with you, I may be your therapist.
Do you feel stuck in your life and do not know how to move forward? Do you feel inadequate and find it difficult to find good in yourself and your life? Do you often try to please others while ignoring your own needs? Do you struggle to maintain intimate relationships? Do you sometimes feel confused and dissatisfied about yourself and want to know who you are and want to be? If any of these resonates with you, I may be your therapist.
(425) 629-8177 View (425) 629-8177
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David S Shen-Miller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98007
I am passionate about helping you reach your potential. We accomplish this together through a psychoanalytic, interpersonal, mind-body-spirit integration that draws on your strengths and resources. I believe psychoanalysis and psychotherapy are not about fixing what is wrong, but about using what is working well for you and deepening your skills to increase your health, well-being, and overall freedom and flexibility. I care deeply about providing excellent care, and trying out new ways of relating and understanding yourself that will lead you to optimize your health and connections with others.
I am passionate about helping you reach your potential. We accomplish this together through a psychoanalytic, interpersonal, mind-body-spirit integration that draws on your strengths and resources. I believe psychoanalysis and psychotherapy are not about fixing what is wrong, but about using what is working well for you and deepening your skills to increase your health, well-being, and overall freedom and flexibility. I care deeply about providing excellent care, and trying out new ways of relating and understanding yourself that will lead you to optimize your health and connections with others.
(206) 966-4256 View (206) 966-4256
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Michael Keegan Savage
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98006
I believe we all are born with the capacity to live full and rewarding lives. In life's many challenges we sometimes can get to a place where we feel overwhelmed or "stuck". Counseling can help get you back on track with facing those challenges and creating the life you want. I can provide a unique safe space to explore your difficult feelings and experiences. That space has the power to be tremendously healing--and within it, I can help you discover new ways of relating to your thoughts, your feelings and the world around you.
I believe we all are born with the capacity to live full and rewarding lives. In life's many challenges we sometimes can get to a place where we feel overwhelmed or "stuck". Counseling can help get you back on track with facing those challenges and creating the life you want. I can provide a unique safe space to explore your difficult feelings and experiences. That space has the power to be tremendously healing--and within it, I can help you discover new ways of relating to your thoughts, your feelings and the world around you.
(425) 405-6439 View (425) 405-6439
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Ashley Connors
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98008
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Washington State and South Carolina. My most common client is someone that has tried previous therapies that have left them frustrated due to lack of results. I am proud to offer evidence-based treatments for anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and disorders of emotion regulation. My practice is offered in hybrid of video-conferencing and in-person meetings. Some of the benefits of this format is being able to meet with an evidence-based treatment therapist in the privacy of your own home with greater flexibility in scheduling.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Washington State and South Carolina. My most common client is someone that has tried previous therapies that have left them frustrated due to lack of results. I am proud to offer evidence-based treatments for anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and disorders of emotion regulation. My practice is offered in hybrid of video-conferencing and in-person meetings. Some of the benefits of this format is being able to meet with an evidence-based treatment therapist in the privacy of your own home with greater flexibility in scheduling.
(206) 701-5442 View (206) 701-5442
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Annalisa Weiler Brunk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98006  (Online Only)
If you are wrestling with big life questions and transitions, struggling to figure out who you are, feel challenged by strong emotions or spicy relationships and haven't yet found the Tik Tok to make the path clear...therapy might be right for you!
If you are wrestling with big life questions and transitions, struggling to figure out who you are, feel challenged by strong emotions or spicy relationships and haven't yet found the Tik Tok to make the path clear...therapy might be right for you!
(509) 402-1352 View (509) 402-1352
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Natalie Upton
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005  (Online Only)
Hey there, welcome! I'm Natalie. I see individuals (15+) and couples. Coming to therapy and being vulnerable with someone new is a decision no one makes lightly. Sadly, when it comes to mental health and personal growth, it's not unusual to feel stuck for months or years without experiencing a noteworthy change. If willpower were enough to pull anyone out of a tough spot, then no one would need therapy, ever! If you are interested in making a real difference in your quality of life, you've come to the right place. To achieve this, I am informed by evidence based therapies that maximize your effort and investment.
Hey there, welcome! I'm Natalie. I see individuals (15+) and couples. Coming to therapy and being vulnerable with someone new is a decision no one makes lightly. Sadly, when it comes to mental health and personal growth, it's not unusual to feel stuck for months or years without experiencing a noteworthy change. If willpower were enough to pull anyone out of a tough spot, then no one would need therapy, ever! If you are interested in making a real difference in your quality of life, you've come to the right place. To achieve this, I am informed by evidence based therapies that maximize your effort and investment.
(206) 222-4421 View (206) 222-4421
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Dustin-Leigh Fowler
Psychologist, PsyD, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
If you're reading this, you or someone you love are in some level of distress. I'm glad you're here. Keep reading. People generally do the best they can with what they know. Sometimes in life, we need additional support in order to work on areas that are beyond us- either because we've experienced trauma, tried everything we know, or we're too entangled. Sadly, many people wait so long to seek help that things are extremely overwhelming by the time they call. The good news is, you're here now and things can get better. I offer a free initial consultation, so please feel free to call and speak with me.
If you're reading this, you or someone you love are in some level of distress. I'm glad you're here. Keep reading. People generally do the best they can with what they know. Sometimes in life, we need additional support in order to work on areas that are beyond us- either because we've experienced trauma, tried everything we know, or we're too entangled. Sadly, many people wait so long to seek help that things are extremely overwhelming by the time they call. The good news is, you're here now and things can get better. I offer a free initial consultation, so please feel free to call and speak with me.
(253) 400-2711 View (253) 400-2711
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Niloufar Amirmoezi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
My interest for this job stems from my spiritual artistic insight and the love of helping human beings. I hope to give my clients a comfort environment by being culturally respectful and providing a non-judgmental atmosphere in which you can examine and clarify the issues that concern you in your life.
My interest for this job stems from my spiritual artistic insight and the love of helping human beings. I hope to give my clients a comfort environment by being culturally respectful and providing a non-judgmental atmosphere in which you can examine and clarify the issues that concern you in your life.
(425) 403-7163 View (425) 403-7163
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Merrill Shattuck
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
I believe everyone has the ability to be their best self, but sometimes life's challenges prevent us from living the life we envision. Whether you are experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, feeling stuck in a difficult situation, or simply want a little boost to get you back on track, I provide focused, respectful and compassionate attention to address your needs. Clients come to me for a fresh perspective and new coping skills. My approach is collaborative, client-centered and tailored to achieve the goals of each individual, couple, and family I meet.
I believe everyone has the ability to be their best self, but sometimes life's challenges prevent us from living the life we envision. Whether you are experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, feeling stuck in a difficult situation, or simply want a little boost to get you back on track, I provide focused, respectful and compassionate attention to address your needs. Clients come to me for a fresh perspective and new coping skills. My approach is collaborative, client-centered and tailored to achieve the goals of each individual, couple, and family I meet.
(425) 341-4886 View (425) 341-4886
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Lenke Lagrandeur
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
Hello! Since you are here, you might be wondering if therapy is the answer... you might be noticing certain patterns that keep showing up in your life that you desperately want to change. Maybe you find that anxiety, overthinking, isolation, and perfectionism get in the way of you living a content and connected life. You don't have to stay stuck! I love building relationships with clients where we work together to identify areas of growth and change or of acceptance. Let me help you get "unstuck", there are tools out there that can help. Offering DBT, RO-DBT, EMDR for trauma, and ERP for OCD treatments based on evaluation.
Hello! Since you are here, you might be wondering if therapy is the answer... you might be noticing certain patterns that keep showing up in your life that you desperately want to change. Maybe you find that anxiety, overthinking, isolation, and perfectionism get in the way of you living a content and connected life. You don't have to stay stuck! I love building relationships with clients where we work together to identify areas of growth and change or of acceptance. Let me help you get "unstuck", there are tools out there that can help. Offering DBT, RO-DBT, EMDR for trauma, and ERP for OCD treatments based on evaluation.
(425) 534-5351 View (425) 534-5351
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David Neal
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98007
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Neal is a licensed clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst providing in-person individual, family, couples, & group psychotherapy for adolescents and adults in the greater Seattle area and remote psychotherapy in Washington, Oregon, Massachusetts, and across the US via PSYPACT. Having worked in private practice, schools, medical centers, and hospital and residential-based settings, Dr. Neal treats people with problems including but not limited to anxiety, depression, dissociation, PTSD, interpersonal difficulties, personality dysfunction, and psychosis. Dr. Neal also conducts psychological assessments.
Dr. Neal is a licensed clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst providing in-person individual, family, couples, & group psychotherapy for adolescents and adults in the greater Seattle area and remote psychotherapy in Washington, Oregon, Massachusetts, and across the US via PSYPACT. Having worked in private practice, schools, medical centers, and hospital and residential-based settings, Dr. Neal treats people with problems including but not limited to anxiety, depression, dissociation, PTSD, interpersonal difficulties, personality dysfunction, and psychosis. Dr. Neal also conducts psychological assessments.
(425) 642-1379 View (425) 642-1379
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Lisa Geraud LMFT RD
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MS, RD
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am an experienced licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in the assessment and treatment of eating disorders, anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I also teach emotion skills classes. I am also a registered dietitian (RD), which enables me to provide nutrition assessment and counseling for persons with eating and weight concerns or eating disorders. I support and guide families through relational conflict, psychiatric illness and loss. I enjoy working with males and female children over age 12, adolescents and adults.
I am an experienced licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in the assessment and treatment of eating disorders, anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I also teach emotion skills classes. I am also a registered dietitian (RD), which enables me to provide nutrition assessment and counseling for persons with eating and weight concerns or eating disorders. I support and guide families through relational conflict, psychiatric illness and loss. I enjoy working with males and female children over age 12, adolescents and adults.
(425) 320-1679 View (425) 320-1679
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Lucy Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
I am accepting new clients. My clients are adults, children, and families. Adult clients are usually motivated to enter therapy by intrapersonal or interpersonal issues. Children often present internalized or externalized behavior problems and are brought into therapy by a concerned caregiver. Children may be depressed, withdrawn, angry, defiant, or underachieving. Therapy with children is very different from therapy with adults and requires an approach that is developmentally appropriate. I provide a confidential, safe place to explore psychodynamic issues and collaborate on approaches that feel right for you.
I am accepting new clients. My clients are adults, children, and families. Adult clients are usually motivated to enter therapy by intrapersonal or interpersonal issues. Children often present internalized or externalized behavior problems and are brought into therapy by a concerned caregiver. Children may be depressed, withdrawn, angry, defiant, or underachieving. Therapy with children is very different from therapy with adults and requires an approach that is developmentally appropriate. I provide a confidential, safe place to explore psychodynamic issues and collaborate on approaches that feel right for you.
(425) 217-3596 View (425) 217-3596
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Cassie Kinson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
My passion is helping individuals navigate through life challenges and move towards greater self acceptance and inner peace. I work to individualize my approach to the unique needs of each client. I have significant experience working with adults and adolescents dealing with mood disorders, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, stress, work/life balance issues, and trauma. I enjoy working with women and teen girls on self esteem, identity, and a positive body image. My education and training is primarily in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
My passion is helping individuals navigate through life challenges and move towards greater self acceptance and inner peace. I work to individualize my approach to the unique needs of each client. I have significant experience working with adults and adolescents dealing with mood disorders, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, stress, work/life balance issues, and trauma. I enjoy working with women and teen girls on self esteem, identity, and a positive body image. My education and training is primarily in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
(425) 341-1249 View (425) 341-1249
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Diana Melman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98006  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients! Can you imagine a better way of connecting and living with yourself and those around you? Welcome to a sacred space of insight, together we embark on a journey of growth and change to meet your life goals. A space where your journey toward healing and growth is honored with profound empathy and support. If you are dealing with relationship issues, family dilemmas or infidelity trauma, I offer you a place of compassion for discovering empowerment, healing, and growth. I've worked with clients from a wide-variety of cultures and backgrounds in different life stages.
Accepting New Clients! Can you imagine a better way of connecting and living with yourself and those around you? Welcome to a sacred space of insight, together we embark on a journey of growth and change to meet your life goals. A space where your journey toward healing and growth is honored with profound empathy and support. If you are dealing with relationship issues, family dilemmas or infidelity trauma, I offer you a place of compassion for discovering empowerment, healing, and growth. I've worked with clients from a wide-variety of cultures and backgrounds in different life stages.
(206) 210-3465 View (206) 210-3465
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Grace Pyon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
It takes strength, courage, and self-awareness to reach out to a stranger for support. I believe you are the expert in your own story, and you have the potential for your own healing and growth. In our collaborative work together, I will help you navigate challenges you are experiencing, and help you recognize your strengths and skills to empower yourself through your journey.
It takes strength, courage, and self-awareness to reach out to a stranger for support. I believe you are the expert in your own story, and you have the potential for your own healing and growth. In our collaborative work together, I will help you navigate challenges you are experiencing, and help you recognize your strengths and skills to empower yourself through your journey.
(206) 208-2310 View (206) 208-2310
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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.