Borderline Personality (BPD) Psychiatrists in Sherman Oaks, CA
If you’re reading this, I want you to know that you are not alone. Life can feel overwhelming, uncertain, and even exhausting at times—and it’s okay to admit that. Reaching out for support takes courage, not weakness, and it’s a powerful first step toward healing and growth. I want to acknowledge the strength it takes to consider therapy and the vulnerability that comes with seeking help. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or simply feeling stuck, I see you—and I honor your journey. My role is not to “fix” you, because you are not broken. I aim to walk beside you, creating a safe, empowering, space.
If you’re reading this, I want you to know that you are not alone. Life can feel overwhelming, uncertain, and even exhausting at times—and it’s okay to admit that. Reaching out for support takes courage, not weakness, and it’s a powerful first step toward healing and growth. I want to acknowledge the strength it takes to consider therapy and the vulnerability that comes with seeking help. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or simply feeling stuck, I see you—and I honor your journey. My role is not to “fix” you, because you are not broken. I aim to walk beside you, creating a safe, empowering, space.
Do you want to break free from depression, anxiety or other mental health struggles? Are you tired of being reduced to a 10-minute psychiatric medication management appointment? I believe true healing means more than managing symptoms—it means empowering you to reclaim your life. Through compassionate, integrative care, I am committed to helping you move beyond survival into a life of connection, growth, and lasting wellness.
Do you want to break free from depression, anxiety or other mental health struggles? Are you tired of being reduced to a 10-minute psychiatric medication management appointment? I believe true healing means more than managing symptoms—it means empowering you to reclaim your life. Through compassionate, integrative care, I am committed to helping you move beyond survival into a life of connection, growth, and lasting wellness.
I am a double board certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist with a focus on children, teens, and young adults (ages 4-26). I provide a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation with a focus on child development, behavior, and educational functioning. I frequently see teens and college aged students with depression and anxiety when therapy alone has not provided enough improvement in symptoms. I am able to recommend therapeutic approaches for specific conditions as well as psychiatric medication if appropriate. I work closely with parents or guardians to help a child or adolescent thrive.
I am a double board certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist with a focus on children, teens, and young adults (ages 4-26). I provide a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation with a focus on child development, behavior, and educational functioning. I frequently see teens and college aged students with depression and anxiety when therapy alone has not provided enough improvement in symptoms. I am able to recommend therapeutic approaches for specific conditions as well as psychiatric medication if appropriate. I work closely with parents or guardians to help a child or adolescent thrive.
Dr. Ryan Scoggins is a double-board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist. Originally, from Massachusetts Dr. Scoggins graduated from Northeastern University where he majored in psychology and minored in philosophy. After receiving his medical degree from Touro College of Medicine in New York he completed his general psychiatry residency training at Mount Sinai in New York City. He went on to complete his child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at University of Southern California. Dr. Scoggins specializes in treating children, transitional age youth and adults.
Dr. Ryan Scoggins is a double-board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist. Originally, from Massachusetts Dr. Scoggins graduated from Northeastern University where he majored in psychology and minored in philosophy. After receiving his medical degree from Touro College of Medicine in New York he completed his general psychiatry residency training at Mount Sinai in New York City. He went on to complete his child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at University of Southern California. Dr. Scoggins specializes in treating children, transitional age youth and adults.
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Amae Health is a psychiatry-led integrated care provider of mental and physical health services for adults struggling with a severe mental illness such as major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
Amae Health is a psychiatry-led integrated care provider of mental and physical health services for adults struggling with a severe mental illness such as major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
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.
Wellspring Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP, PMHNP, ND
2 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Looking for a provider you can always reach? Guaranteed intake appointment within 3 days! Weekend and evening hours available. One-stop shopping available: therapy + medication management.
Thanks for reading this. I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who
works with clients ages 12 to 80 struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance abuse and other issues. For some clients, I provide both therapy and medication management; for other clients, I work with their therapists to optimize their medications. I help clients to find stability and reduce suffering. LGBTQ-allied, BDSM- and polyamory-informed.
Looking for a provider you can always reach? Guaranteed intake appointment within 3 days! Weekend and evening hours available. One-stop shopping available: therapy + medication management.
Thanks for reading this. I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who
works with clients ages 12 to 80 struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance abuse and other issues. For some clients, I provide both therapy and medication management; for other clients, I work with their therapists to optimize their medications. I help clients to find stability and reduce suffering. LGBTQ-allied, BDSM- and polyamory-informed.
I specialize in working with PTSD, complex relationships, and BPD.
Welcome! I’m a Harvard-trained, board-certified psychiatrist, but I’m also a real person who understands that life doesn't always follow a script. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like your past is dictating your future, I’m here to help you find a way forward.
I specialize in working with PTSD, complex relationships, and BPD.
Welcome! I’m a Harvard-trained, board-certified psychiatrist, but I’m also a real person who understands that life doesn't always follow a script. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like your past is dictating your future, I’m here to help you find a way forward.
I currently work with patients ages 18 - 65 and treat a variety of psychiatric disorders including Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, BPD, Bipolar, PTSD, Schizophrenia, ADHD, and OCD including expertise in women's health.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) with more than 10+ years of practice in mental health nursing. I am committed to helping you navigate life's challenges and achieve optimal mental health. My philosophy of patient care is to provide the highest level of evidence-based quality care that is patient-centered. I firmly believe in treating the body as a whole. I believe in a holistic approach to health, integrating medication management with therapeutic strategies for a comprehensive healing experience that considers your entire well-being.
I currently work with patients ages 18 - 65 and treat a variety of psychiatric disorders including Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, BPD, Bipolar, PTSD, Schizophrenia, ADHD, and OCD including expertise in women's health.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) with more than 10+ years of practice in mental health nursing. I am committed to helping you navigate life's challenges and achieve optimal mental health. My philosophy of patient care is to provide the highest level of evidence-based quality care that is patient-centered. I firmly believe in treating the body as a whole. I believe in a holistic approach to health, integrating medication management with therapeutic strategies for a comprehensive healing experience that considers your entire well-being.
Dr. Valeria Serban is a board-certified psychiatrist with 20+ years of experience, offering telepsychiatry in Chico, CA, and online psychiatric care for adults and seniors across Northern California. As a geriatric psychiatrist in Chico, she provides personalized, compassionate treatment for age-related mental health concerns, including dementia, memory loss, depression, anxiety, and complex psychiatric conditions. Her care approach is tailored to the unique emotional and cognitive needs of older adults.
Dr. Valeria Serban is a board-certified psychiatrist with 20+ years of experience, offering telepsychiatry in Chico, CA, and online psychiatric care for adults and seniors across Northern California. As a geriatric psychiatrist in Chico, she provides personalized, compassionate treatment for age-related mental health concerns, including dementia, memory loss, depression, anxiety, and complex psychiatric conditions. Her care approach is tailored to the unique emotional and cognitive needs of older adults.
It is my pleasure to meet you! I am a married mother of 3 daughters, 2 of whom have left the nest. I enjoy learning about other cultures, crafting, nature, and making new friends wherever I go! I am very casual, down to earth, and nonjudgmental with those I meet and care for.
It is my pleasure to meet you! I am a married mother of 3 daughters, 2 of whom have left the nest. I enjoy learning about other cultures, crafting, nature, and making new friends wherever I go! I am very casual, down to earth, and nonjudgmental with those I meet and care for.
I'm Amanda of Mental Health Practitioners. I bring specialized expertise in complex mental health conditions while maintaining an unwavering belief in your capacity for healing and growth. My clinical focus includes autism spectrum disorders, OCD, personality disorders, PTSD and trauma, schizophrenia and psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders, alongside comprehensive treatment for depression, anxiety, panic, mood, and bipolar conditions. I'm particularly drawn to supporting individuals facing complex or multiple diagnoses because I understand these journeys require nuanced, individualized care.
I'm Amanda of Mental Health Practitioners. I bring specialized expertise in complex mental health conditions while maintaining an unwavering belief in your capacity for healing and growth. My clinical focus includes autism spectrum disorders, OCD, personality disorders, PTSD and trauma, schizophrenia and psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders, alongside comprehensive treatment for depression, anxiety, panic, mood, and bipolar conditions. I'm particularly drawn to supporting individuals facing complex or multiple diagnoses because I understand these journeys require nuanced, individualized care.
Lightning Cal Healthcare Services Inc.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, -BC, DNP
Lawndale, CA 90260
My name is Nnenna Akpaka, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with four years of Experience. My extensive Experience with diverse patient populations in forensic, homeless, vulnerable, and outpatient clinic settings, enabling me to address a wide range of mental health concerns.
My name is Nnenna Akpaka, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with four years of Experience. My extensive Experience with diverse patient populations in forensic, homeless, vulnerable, and outpatient clinic settings, enabling me to address a wide range of mental health concerns.
Have you been feeling "stuck?" Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns? In relationships? Work? I'm interested in helping individuals get "un-stuck" from their old ways of responding to anxiety, relating to others, and thinking about themselves. If you are interested in living a fuller, more actualized life, I may be a good fit for you.
Have you been feeling "stuck?" Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns? In relationships? Work? I'm interested in helping individuals get "un-stuck" from their old ways of responding to anxiety, relating to others, and thinking about themselves. If you are interested in living a fuller, more actualized life, I may be a good fit for you.
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
I want to meet people where they are at and for them to know that they are not alone. It is important you feel heard, supported, and come out of sessions feeling more at peace, hopeful, and worthy of self trust. Mental illnesses untreated can lead to loss of self esteem, relationships, joy, or academic or occupational success and just make us miss out on good days. I want to utilize the tools I know best (medications, therapy and empathy) to help you lead the life you want for yourself.
I want to meet people where they are at and for them to know that they are not alone. It is important you feel heard, supported, and come out of sessions feeling more at peace, hopeful, and worthy of self trust. Mental illnesses untreated can lead to loss of self esteem, relationships, joy, or academic or occupational success and just make us miss out on good days. I want to utilize the tools I know best (medications, therapy and empathy) to help you lead the life you want for yourself.
In addition, he co-authored 2 books about specific topics: " Borderline Personality Disorder, New Reasons for Hope" and "Adolescent Depression, A Guide for Families", for which he has been features on the SiriusXM Doctor's Show and on the "ShrinkRap" podcast
Dr. Kelly is a Board Certified General Psychiatrist, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist and Psychopharmacologist. After completing his training at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and directing their Residency Training Program, he moved back to Los Angeles and is currently a professor with UCLA. Due to high demand for his individualized services, he now also sees outpatients in two locations, Manhattan Beach and Beverly Hills. Dr. Kelly has multiple areas of focus in which he may be of particular help.
In addition, he co-authored 2 books about specific topics: " Borderline Personality Disorder, New Reasons for Hope" and "Adolescent Depression, A Guide for Families", for which he has been features on the SiriusXM Doctor's Show and on the "ShrinkRap" podcast
Dr. Kelly is a Board Certified General Psychiatrist, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist and Psychopharmacologist. After completing his training at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and directing their Residency Training Program, he moved back to Los Angeles and is currently a professor with UCLA. Due to high demand for his individualized services, he now also sees outpatients in two locations, Manhattan Beach and Beverly Hills. Dr. Kelly has multiple areas of focus in which he may be of particular help.
My clients will gain deeper understanding of self and their mental health challenges. I am committed to help you build resilience, gain insight and guide you towards positive life changes. Our work together should help you feel equipped to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity and confidence. My focus is to improve quality-of-life & reach optimal well-being with a holistic/integrative approach and to end mental health stigma.
My clients will gain deeper understanding of self and their mental health challenges. I am committed to help you build resilience, gain insight and guide you towards positive life changes. Our work together should help you feel equipped to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity and confidence. My focus is to improve quality-of-life & reach optimal well-being with a holistic/integrative approach and to end mental health stigma.
I'm an ANCC-accredited board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with experience in a variety of settings. My extensive experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds enables me to provide personalized and empathic care that is suited to each individual's requirements and treatment goals. I approach patient treatment from a comprehensive, whole-person perspective. This involves a combination of supportive therapy, complemented by pharmaceutical management when indicated. A holistic approach requires acknowledging the multifaceted character of each person.
I'm an ANCC-accredited board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with experience in a variety of settings. My extensive experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds enables me to provide personalized and empathic care that is suited to each individual's requirements and treatment goals. I approach patient treatment from a comprehensive, whole-person perspective. This involves a combination of supportive therapy, complemented by pharmaceutical management when indicated. A holistic approach requires acknowledging the multifaceted character of each person.
While I am positioned to offer a LGBTQ+ perspective in my practice, I support clients from all backgrounds in reaching their mental health goals through compassionate, patient-centered care. I specialize in LGBTQ+ issues, sex-positive counseling, mood disorders, and substance use disorders for adults over 18 years old. I approach all clients with curiosity and an open mind, using psychotherapeutic modalities centered in mindfulness and current evidence-based treatment.
While I am positioned to offer a LGBTQ+ perspective in my practice, I support clients from all backgrounds in reaching their mental health goals through compassionate, patient-centered care. I specialize in LGBTQ+ issues, sex-positive counseling, mood disorders, and substance use disorders for adults over 18 years old. I approach all clients with curiosity and an open mind, using psychotherapeutic modalities centered in mindfulness and current evidence-based treatment.
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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.