Borderline Personality (BPD) Psychiatrists in San Clemente, CA
Brittany Watson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC, DNP, FNP-C
2 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92672
Brittany Watson is a licensed and dual board-certified Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner in family medicine and psychiatric mental health. Her training in both specialties allows her to understand the critical link between physical and mental well-being across the lifespan. She has a strong belief in holistic care utilizing a variety of treatment modalities including psychotropic medications, TMS, in addition to evidence based complementary and alternative treatments. She believes in a collaborative approach with her clients in reaching their goals. She is a San Diego native and enjoys playing sports, traveling and beach days
Brittany Watson is a licensed and dual board-certified Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner in family medicine and psychiatric mental health. Her training in both specialties allows her to understand the critical link between physical and mental well-being across the lifespan. She has a strong belief in holistic care utilizing a variety of treatment modalities including psychotropic medications, TMS, in addition to evidence based complementary and alternative treatments. She believes in a collaborative approach with her clients in reaching their goals. She is a San Diego native and enjoys playing sports, traveling and beach days
I am a dedicated board-certified Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, and I treat adolescents and adults with psychiatric disorders. I have experience providing comprehensive care in both outpatient and inpatient settings
I am a dedicated board-certified Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, and I treat adolescents and adults with psychiatric disorders. I have experience providing comprehensive care in both outpatient and inpatient settings
I am a dual Board Certified Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatric-Mental Health and Adult/Geriatric Practice. I've navigated a diverse path within the healthcare system, spanning numerous areas of medical practice. From inpatient to outpatient settings, I've overseen the care of adults dealing with multiple chronic illnesses and mental health concerns. I have a master’s degree with Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner specialty at California State University of Long Beach, and post graduate Psychiatric-Mental Health Specialty at Johns Hopkins University.
I am a dual Board Certified Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatric-Mental Health and Adult/Geriatric Practice. I've navigated a diverse path within the healthcare system, spanning numerous areas of medical practice. From inpatient to outpatient settings, I've overseen the care of adults dealing with multiple chronic illnesses and mental health concerns. I have a master’s degree with Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner specialty at California State University of Long Beach, and post graduate Psychiatric-Mental Health Specialty at Johns Hopkins University.
Brynn Bailey MS, PA-C, has been practicing psychiatry over the last 10 years. She is passionate about helping her patients optimize their health, wellbeing, & happiness through a compassionate & comprehensive approach to treatment. Brynn is a careful listener & collaborates with her patients to formulate a treatment plan that addresses each person's unique needs & leverages their strengths & capabilities. She specializes in working with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, psychosis, eating disorders, PTSD, ADHD, & other conditions created by situational life stressors. She is distinguished by her kind, easy going, yet professional manner. Brynn's focus is medication management with a supportive & collaborative treatment model.
Brynn Bailey MS, PA-C, has been practicing psychiatry over the last 10 years. She is passionate about helping her patients optimize their health, wellbeing, & happiness through a compassionate & comprehensive approach to treatment. Brynn is a careful listener & collaborates with her patients to formulate a treatment plan that addresses each person's unique needs & leverages their strengths & capabilities. She specializes in working with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, psychosis, eating disorders, PTSD, ADHD, & other conditions created by situational life stressors. She is distinguished by her kind, easy going, yet professional manner. Brynn's focus is medication management with a supportive & collaborative treatment model.
Are you doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results? Have you tried countless times to change a your behavior, such as quitting alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, heroin, methamphetamines, or nicotine? Have you recently left inpatient rehabilitation or an inpatient psychiatric ward and need additional support? Do you feel like your mood, anxiety, and depression are running your life? Do you feel triggered by your past? Making these changes can be extremely difficult and cannot be done alone. My name is Lauren Debski. I am a dual board-certified family and psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner.
Are you doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results? Have you tried countless times to change a your behavior, such as quitting alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, heroin, methamphetamines, or nicotine? Have you recently left inpatient rehabilitation or an inpatient psychiatric ward and need additional support? Do you feel like your mood, anxiety, and depression are running your life? Do you feel triggered by your past? Making these changes can be extremely difficult and cannot be done alone. My name is Lauren Debski. I am a dual board-certified family and psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner.
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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.
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.
healthPiper was created by top clinicians to be treatment that we would trust with our families. There is no treatment that compares: we average 4.98 on reviews.io. We guarantee appointments that are within 2 days, and often it is faster. Every clinician is hand-picked for top-training, kindness, and expertise, and responds to clients 365 days a year. People describe us better than anything they imagined existed, and they tell their family and friends. Most of our clients come by word of mouth. If you use insurance, it will automatically be applied for your medications, which you can buy from any pharmacy you choose.
healthPiper was created by top clinicians to be treatment that we would trust with our families. There is no treatment that compares: we average 4.98 on reviews.io. We guarantee appointments that are within 2 days, and often it is faster. Every clinician is hand-picked for top-training, kindness, and expertise, and responds to clients 365 days a year. People describe us better than anything they imagined existed, and they tell their family and friends. Most of our clients come by word of mouth. If you use insurance, it will automatically be applied for your medications, which you can buy from any pharmacy you choose.
I am duly certified as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner. I became a RN in 2006 and a family nurse practitioner in 2012. After working in family medicine, I became very passionate about mental health. I felt called to serve those who were often overlooked. Therefore, I got my board certification in psychiatry/mental health in 2018 and pursued psychiatry full time. I have been working at Foresight Mental Health since 2021. I’m inspired to work in mental health because of how rewarding it is.
I am duly certified as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner. I became a RN in 2006 and a family nurse practitioner in 2012. After working in family medicine, I became very passionate about mental health. I felt called to serve those who were often overlooked. Therefore, I got my board certification in psychiatry/mental health in 2018 and pursued psychiatry full time. I have been working at Foresight Mental Health since 2021. I’m inspired to work in mental health because of how rewarding it is.
Mental health impacts our lives in many ways, from the energy we wake up with to the thoughts we have before we go to sleep, as well as the sleep in between! Whether you or a loved one are suffering from depression, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, substance abuse or addiction, work place stress or going through life changes, I want to help. Your safety is my priority and we will create a treatment plan that aligns with your goals through medication management and therapy. "Remember, hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies." - Stephen King
Mental health impacts our lives in many ways, from the energy we wake up with to the thoughts we have before we go to sleep, as well as the sleep in between! Whether you or a loved one are suffering from depression, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, substance abuse or addiction, work place stress or going through life changes, I want to help. Your safety is my priority and we will create a treatment plan that aligns with your goals through medication management and therapy. "Remember, hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies." - Stephen King
The Mindful Lemon Marriage and Family Therapy INC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Irvine, CA 92618
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office-based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, and what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness, and fitness, or any combination of the above.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office-based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, and what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness, and fitness, or any combination of the above.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. Maybe your child is struggling to focus in school, your teen feels withdrawn, or you’re finding it harder to manage daily responsibilities. Whatever your situation, let’s work together to build a foundation for mental wellness and a more fulfilling life.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. Maybe your child is struggling to focus in school, your teen feels withdrawn, or you’re finding it harder to manage daily responsibilities. Whatever your situation, let’s work together to build a foundation for mental wellness and a more fulfilling life.
I’m Vien Nguyen, a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health provider dedicated to offering compassionate, evidence-based care. Whether you are a child, teen, or adult, I specialize in helping those navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. With a background in community health and nursing (BS, BSN, MSN), I bridge the gap between physical and mental wellness. I take a holistic, patient-centered approach, looking at your mental, physical, and social well-being as a whole. My goal is to ensure you feel heard and supported while we work toward lasting stability and mental health.
I’m Vien Nguyen, a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health provider dedicated to offering compassionate, evidence-based care. Whether you are a child, teen, or adult, I specialize in helping those navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. With a background in community health and nursing (BS, BSN, MSN), I bridge the gap between physical and mental wellness. I take a holistic, patient-centered approach, looking at your mental, physical, and social well-being as a whole. My goal is to ensure you feel heard and supported while we work toward lasting stability and mental health.
I believe every client is unique and every client is ideal. People often come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward, but also hopeful for change. Whether you're facing emotional challenges, navigating transitions, or simply feeling unlike yourself, I offer a space where you can feel safe, heard, and supported. Together, we’ll build a collaborative and personalized approach to care—one that’s grounded in evidence-based practice, shaped by your values, and designed to support healing, growth, and lasting change.
I believe every client is unique and every client is ideal. People often come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward, but also hopeful for change. Whether you're facing emotional challenges, navigating transitions, or simply feeling unlike yourself, I offer a space where you can feel safe, heard, and supported. Together, we’ll build a collaborative and personalized approach to care—one that’s grounded in evidence-based practice, shaped by your values, and designed to support healing, growth, and lasting change.
At Even Better Mood Clinic, we set higher standards for psychiatry, by re-thinking your treatment plan, considering new approaches, and aiming for full remission of your symptoms.
At Even Better Mood Clinic, we set higher standards for psychiatry, by re-thinking your treatment plan, considering new approaches, and aiming for full remission of your symptoms.
I believe healing is multidimensional. Mental health support is most effective when the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—is honored and supported. For those seeking emotional balance, clarity, medication management or a deeper connection to your inner strengths, I invite you to explore a more compassionate and empowering path forward.
I believe healing is multidimensional. Mental health support is most effective when the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—is honored and supported. For those seeking emotional balance, clarity, medication management or a deeper connection to your inner strengths, I invite you to explore a more compassionate and empowering path forward.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 22 years of experience in outpatient and residential care settings. I continue to strengthen my expertise in advanced mental health care. I am dedicated to supporting individuals and families through evidence-based clinical practice and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve mental health outcomes and access to care.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 22 years of experience in outpatient and residential care settings. I continue to strengthen my expertise in advanced mental health care. I am dedicated to supporting individuals and families through evidence-based clinical practice and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve mental health outcomes and access to care.
Charles Scribner, PMHNP-C, is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of nursing experience, committed to supporting patients and their families through challenging times. He earned his Master’s degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Azusa Pacific University, graduating Magna Cum Laude.
Charles Scribner, PMHNP-C, is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of nursing experience, committed to supporting patients and their families through challenging times. He earned his Master’s degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Azusa Pacific University, graduating Magna Cum Laude.
Many of my patients come to me feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or unsure why their mind and body feel disconnected. They may be struggling with anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, sleep issues, or physical symptoms that seem tied to emotional strain. Others simply want a physician who listens, takes their concerns seriously, and looks at the full picture, not just the symptoms. My goal is to help you understand what’s happening in your body and support you in moving toward balanced, sustainable health.
Many of my patients come to me feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or unsure why their mind and body feel disconnected. They may be struggling with anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, sleep issues, or physical symptoms that seem tied to emotional strain. Others simply want a physician who listens, takes their concerns seriously, and looks at the full picture, not just the symptoms. My goal is to help you understand what’s happening in your body and support you in moving toward balanced, sustainable health.
I promise you will be heard. As an award-winning psychiatric provider and a university professor with expert knowledge in nutrition, medicine and mental health disorders.
I have experience in treating Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Binge Eating Disorder, ADHD/ADD, Anxiety/Sleep issues r/t perimenopause, OCD, PTSD, life transitions and more. We'll work to develop a plan together that includes lifestyle factors and medications to target your symptoms to get results. I'm committed to guiding you on your personal journey to happiness and mental wellness.
I promise you will be heard. As an award-winning psychiatric provider and a university professor with expert knowledge in nutrition, medicine and mental health disorders.
I have experience in treating Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Binge Eating Disorder, ADHD/ADD, Anxiety/Sleep issues r/t perimenopause, OCD, PTSD, life transitions and more. We'll work to develop a plan together that includes lifestyle factors and medications to target your symptoms to get results. I'm committed to guiding you on your personal journey to happiness and mental wellness.
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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.