Borderline Personality (BPD) Psychiatrists in Laguna Beach, CA
Olabisi Emenanjo is a highly talented certified physician assistant with 15 years of clinical work experience and administrative work experience in family medicine, emergency medicine, urgent care and remote mental health.
Olabisi Emenanjo is a highly talented certified physician assistant with 15 years of clinical work experience and administrative work experience in family medicine, emergency medicine, urgent care and remote mental health.
Brian Licorish is an adult psychiatrist. His path towards psychiatry began as an undergraduate at Harvard University where he majored in Neurobiology and minored in Music. He subsequently attended medical school at the University of Southern California and completed psychiatry residency at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. During residency, he was described by a clinical advisor as an “outstanding resident overall”. He was noted to approach work with “curiosity, intellectual rigor, diligence, and empathy”.
Brian Licorish is an adult psychiatrist. His path towards psychiatry began as an undergraduate at Harvard University where he majored in Neurobiology and minored in Music. He subsequently attended medical school at the University of Southern California and completed psychiatry residency at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. During residency, he was described by a clinical advisor as an “outstanding resident overall”. He was noted to approach work with “curiosity, intellectual rigor, diligence, and empathy”.
I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and professionals who want to explore their identities and process past experiences through intensive personal psychotherapy. I focus on supporting students, young adults, and professionals struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, and perfectionism. My work also includes helping patients navigate academic challenges, suicidal thoughts, and identity-related concerns. I offer multiple times/week intensive therapy for complex, treatment resistant cases and for those looking to get outpatient care in lieu of residential facilities or PHP/IOP
I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and professionals who want to explore their identities and process past experiences through intensive personal psychotherapy. I focus on supporting students, young adults, and professionals struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, and perfectionism. My work also includes helping patients navigate academic challenges, suicidal thoughts, and identity-related concerns. I offer multiple times/week intensive therapy for complex, treatment resistant cases and for those looking to get outpatient care in lieu of residential facilities or PHP/IOP
At South Coast Psychiatry, we deliver elevated, personalized psychiatric care designed to support you and your family through every stage of life. As a concierge outpatient practice for adults, we combine expert clinical care with exceptional accessibility, comfort, and attention. From our beautifully appointed office suite to our full-time administrative team, every aspect of our practice is designed to create a seamless, supportive experience. Our highly trained clinicians provide psychotherapy and medication management for a wide range of concerns, with 24/7 clinician availability and responsive daytime support from our staff.
At South Coast Psychiatry, we deliver elevated, personalized psychiatric care designed to support you and your family through every stage of life. As a concierge outpatient practice for adults, we combine expert clinical care with exceptional accessibility, comfort, and attention. From our beautifully appointed office suite to our full-time administrative team, every aspect of our practice is designed to create a seamless, supportive experience. Our highly trained clinicians provide psychotherapy and medication management for a wide range of concerns, with 24/7 clinician availability and responsive daytime support from our staff.
Dr. Dave Auluck, M.D. is a 3rd generation physician, 2nd generation psychiatrist, and physician educator. He is passionate about improving the mental health treatment experience. His mission is to ensure personalized, industry-leading, preeminent care is accessible and affordable. He has worked with thousands of patients over the years and overseen program development for tens of thousands of others. He truly understands there is no "one size fits all" approach.
Dr. Dave Auluck, M.D. is a 3rd generation physician, 2nd generation psychiatrist, and physician educator. He is passionate about improving the mental health treatment experience. His mission is to ensure personalized, industry-leading, preeminent care is accessible and affordable. He has worked with thousands of patients over the years and overseen program development for tens of thousands of others. He truly understands there is no "one size fits all" approach.
Hi there, I'm Sylvie G! I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Texas, Washington, and California. My practice focuses on treating depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and related mental health conditions, with flexible scheduling options to accommodate working professionals. I provide holistic, individualized care centered on identifying root causes rather than just symptoms, combining comprehensive health assessments with medication management and therapy recommendations tailored to your unique needs.
Hi there, I'm Sylvie G! I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Texas, Washington, and California. My practice focuses on treating depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and related mental health conditions, with flexible scheduling options to accommodate working professionals. I provide holistic, individualized care centered on identifying root causes rather than just symptoms, combining comprehensive health assessments with medication management and therapy recommendations tailored to your unique needs.
Specializing in evaluation and medication management During these difficult time we are offering phone sessions to our current and new patients 15 min free consultation will be done by lcsw I am a board certified psychiatrist practing for over 35 Years I work with individuals couples and famlies providing therapy evaluations and medication management for the treatment of depression anxiety panic and bipolar disorder. Why suffer needlessly we can help we have a psychiatrist and lcsw
Specializing in evaluation and medication management During these difficult time we are offering phone sessions to our current and new patients 15 min free consultation will be done by lcsw I am a board certified psychiatrist practing for over 35 Years I work with individuals couples and famlies providing therapy evaluations and medication management for the treatment of depression anxiety panic and bipolar disorder. Why suffer needlessly we can help we have a psychiatrist and lcsw
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming unmanageable? Is your time limited? Then welcome to WellPsyche! WellPsyche Medical Group provides experts in the field of Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. Our practice offers the latest in psychiatry including Telemedicine! Now you can visit with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of your home or work. Our providers take a Conservative and Effective approach to medication management and can help you balance your life.
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming unmanageable? Is your time limited? Then welcome to WellPsyche! WellPsyche Medical Group provides experts in the field of Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. Our practice offers the latest in psychiatry including Telemedicine! Now you can visit with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of your home or work. Our providers take a Conservative and Effective approach to medication management and can help you balance your life.
Marina Riad, PA-C, is a certified psychiatric physician assistant and a proud California native. She provides comprehensive and compassionate mental health care to patients at Even Better Mood Clinic in Irvine, California.
Marina earned her undergraduate degree in kinesiology from California State University, Long Beach, where she developed a strong foundation in human movement and wellness. She then went on to complete her graduate education in physician assistant studies at West Coast University, Center for Graduate Studies in Los Angeles.
Marina Riad, PA-C, is a certified psychiatric physician assistant and a proud California native. She provides comprehensive and compassionate mental health care to patients at Even Better Mood Clinic in Irvine, California.
Marina earned her undergraduate degree in kinesiology from California State University, Long Beach, where she developed a strong foundation in human movement and wellness. She then went on to complete her graduate education in physician assistant studies at West Coast University, Center for Graduate Studies in Los Angeles.
SoulPhysio Lifestyle is a concierge wellness company focused on combining Eastern and Western Medicine to help families struggling with Mental and Neurological Illness. We take a highly customized approach to improving Brain and overall wellbeing, combining Lifestyle Medicine with Evidence Based Testing to optimize treatment for our clients.
SoulPhysio Lifestyle is a concierge wellness company focused on combining Eastern and Western Medicine to help families struggling with Mental and Neurological Illness. We take a highly customized approach to improving Brain and overall wellbeing, combining Lifestyle Medicine with Evidence Based Testing to optimize treatment for our clients.
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Dr. Joshua Flatow is the founder of Pacific Mind Health and a board-certified psychiatrist. Dr. Flatow provides a compassionate, holistic approach to patient care. He is certified in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), deep-brain theta stimulation, and ketamine infusions. Dr. Flatow is committed to excellence and positive patient outcomes. He has experience in crisis stabilization, medication management, psychotherapy, and substance abuse treatment.
Dr. Joshua Flatow is the founder of Pacific Mind Health and a board-certified psychiatrist. Dr. Flatow provides a compassionate, holistic approach to patient care. He is certified in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), deep-brain theta stimulation, and ketamine infusions. Dr. Flatow is committed to excellence and positive patient outcomes. He has experience in crisis stabilization, medication management, psychotherapy, and substance abuse treatment.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 11 years of experience providing care to adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, mood disorders, insomnia, and other mental health conditions. I offer a warm, collaborative space where clients can feel supported as they work toward meaningful, sustainable change.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 11 years of experience providing care to adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, mood disorders, insomnia, and other mental health conditions. I offer a warm, collaborative space where clients can feel supported as they work toward meaningful, sustainable change.
Have you been struggling with depression, anxiety, or another mental health issue? Julian is a board-certified Psychiatry PMHNP helping people improve their mental wellness and productivity. He specializes in Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar, and more. He provides modern treatment options through diagnosis, medications, natural options, therapy, and more. He takes the time to get to know his clients and work with them to achieve success.
Have you been struggling with depression, anxiety, or another mental health issue? Julian is a board-certified Psychiatry PMHNP helping people improve their mental wellness and productivity. He specializes in Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar, and more. He provides modern treatment options through diagnosis, medications, natural options, therapy, and more. He takes the time to get to know his clients and work with them to achieve success.
Sapphire Psychiatric Medical Group
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP, Prof, MSN
1 Endorsed
Corona, CA 92880
My goal is to restore hope to patients and families in their vulnerable moments by giving treatment with dignity, respect, and compassion at every interaction. Contributing to the stability of patients’ conditions by using tools at my disposal to conduct; assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, collaborating with multidisciplinary professionals.
My goal is to restore hope to patients and families in their vulnerable moments by giving treatment with dignity, respect, and compassion at every interaction. Contributing to the stability of patients’ conditions by using tools at my disposal to conduct; assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, collaborating with multidisciplinary professionals.
Kind and professional care with extensive experience of 50 years in psychiatry, psychopharmacology research (involved in over clinical 1,000 research trials), family therapy, trauma focused therapy, and psychoanalytic treatment (have a Ph.D. in Psychoanalysis.) My approach is flexible, looking to find what can be understood psychologically, as well as what is best explained in terms of brain function or chemistry. I do not always use medication as true understanding is often enough. When I do use medication my approach is conservative. "I start low and go slow."
Kind and professional care with extensive experience of 50 years in psychiatry, psychopharmacology research (involved in over clinical 1,000 research trials), family therapy, trauma focused therapy, and psychoanalytic treatment (have a Ph.D. in Psychoanalysis.) My approach is flexible, looking to find what can be understood psychologically, as well as what is best explained in terms of brain function or chemistry. I do not always use medication as true understanding is often enough. When I do use medication my approach is conservative. "I start low and go slow."
Ideal clients are those that are dealing with mental health issue, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bi-Polar, and many more. The goal is to help them become stable and function as normal as possible in their daily lives. Patients want to be helped to become independent in society.
Ideal clients are those that are dealing with mental health issue, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bi-Polar, and many more. The goal is to help them become stable and function as normal as possible in their daily lives. Patients want to be helped to become independent in society.
You deserve mental health care that treats more than just your symptoms. It should see and support your whole self. I believe your body is a compass, and learning to read its signals is key to lasting healing. I work with adults and young people across California facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, and addiction recovery. My integrative psychiatry approach combines evidence-based medication management with nutritional psychiatry, supplements, and lifestyle support—helping you understand what your body is telling you and creating a personalized plan that fits your life.
You deserve mental health care that treats more than just your symptoms. It should see and support your whole self. I believe your body is a compass, and learning to read its signals is key to lasting healing. I work with adults and young people across California facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, and addiction recovery. My integrative psychiatry approach combines evidence-based medication management with nutritional psychiatry, supplements, and lifestyle support—helping you understand what your body is telling you and creating a personalized plan that fits your life.
Welcoming New Patients! Mattison is a board-certified physician assistant at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Mattison’s goal with every client is to co-create a therapeutic relationship based on trust. She considers the individual holistically when assessing mental health needs and values collaboration in pursuit of psychological growth. Mattison is as compassionate as she is knowledgeable, allowing clients to feel understood, validated, and supported.
Welcoming New Patients! Mattison is a board-certified physician assistant at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Mattison’s goal with every client is to co-create a therapeutic relationship based on trust. She considers the individual holistically when assessing mental health needs and values collaboration in pursuit of psychological growth. Mattison is as compassionate as she is knowledgeable, allowing clients to feel understood, validated, and supported.
Our patient and provider relationship is important to me. I am here to help in finding a plan that is unique to you and your personal needs. I am here to listen to what you say, develop a plan of action that aligns with what is important to you, your physical and mental health, and your overall safety. Our shared goal will be to figure out what helps you move forward in life and help you reach your goals for your mental health in a realistic time frame. I provide an empathetic framework that includes some talk therapy in combination with medications and supplements if that aligns with you.
Our patient and provider relationship is important to me. I am here to help in finding a plan that is unique to you and your personal needs. I am here to listen to what you say, develop a plan of action that aligns with what is important to you, your physical and mental health, and your overall safety. Our shared goal will be to figure out what helps you move forward in life and help you reach your goals for your mental health in a realistic time frame. I provide an empathetic framework that includes some talk therapy in combination with medications and supplements if that aligns with you.
Greetings,
I am a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner committed to providing comprehensive, client-centered mental health care. My approach blends evidence-based practices with a focus on empowering clients as they navigate their journey toward self-actualization. I have experience working with underserved populations, incarcerated individuals, and clients from diverse backgrounds, ensuring care that is inclusive, compassionate, and tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
Greetings,
I am a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner committed to providing comprehensive, client-centered mental health care. My approach blends evidence-based practices with a focus on empowering clients as they navigate their journey toward self-actualization. I have experience working with underserved populations, incarcerated individuals, and clients from diverse backgrounds, ensuring care that is inclusive, compassionate, and tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
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FAQ - Borderline Personality (BPD) Psychiatrists
What is borderline personality disorder?
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by difficulty regulating emotions, which often leads to frequent mood swings, intense emotions, and challenging interpersonal relationships. People with BPD commonly experience a significant fear of abandonment, which can result in dramatic behaviors as they attempt to avoid real or perceived rejection. Individuals with BPD can also often struggle with additional mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, or trauma-related disorders. The first symptoms of BPD typically emerge during the teenage years, and the condition is generally chronic, meaning is persists throughout an individual's life. However, despite its long-term nature, effective treatment options are available that can significantly reduce symptom intensity and improve overall quality of life, and psychiatrists can be essential to improving outcomes.
How do psychiatrists treat borderline personality disorder?
The gold standard treatment for BPD is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), a therapeutic modality developed by psychologist Marsha Linehan specifically for this condition. DBT focuses primarily on emotion regulation and symptom reduction by helping individuals develop effective emotional coping skills and mindfulness practices. Many psychiatrists who specialize in BPD incorporate DBT techniques into their practice, often working with a client's therapist and other treatment professionals to incorporate all aspects of the therapy. While no specific medications are approved exclusively for BPD, some individuals benefit from medications that target symptoms of co-occurring conditions, such as anxiety or depression. A psychiatrist can be beneficial to help evaluate whether medication might be helpful for a client as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in borderline personality disorder?
The Psychology Today online directory serves as a helpful resource for finding psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in BPD. The platform allows users to filter providers by specific areas of expertise—including BPD and related conditions—as well as by practical considerations such as insurance acceptance, session costs, location, and personal preferences regarding provider characteristics like gender, cultural background, or religious affiliation. When evaluating potential psychiatrists, it's important to inquire about their specific experience working with personality disorders and their approach to both medication management and behavioral therapies. This ensures you find a provider who can offer the specialized care that BPD treatment requires.