Borderline Personality (BPD) Psychiatrists in Quincy, MA
Hello, my name is Dr. Princess Francois. As a doctoral-prepared psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I am deeply committed to understanding the human experience and providing compassionate care. With over 10 years of nursing experience in a variety of clinical settings, I bring a well-rounded perspective to patient care. I focus on medication management for psychiatric diagnoses and am dedicated to helping individuals achieve mental health stability and symptom relief with professional, evidence-based strategies.
Hello, my name is Dr. Princess Francois. As a doctoral-prepared psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I am deeply committed to understanding the human experience and providing compassionate care. With over 10 years of nursing experience in a variety of clinical settings, I bring a well-rounded perspective to patient care. I focus on medication management for psychiatric diagnoses and am dedicated to helping individuals achieve mental health stability and symptom relief with professional, evidence-based strategies.
Life can often present us with roadblocks, hardships, and tragedies. And because of this it's sometimes easy to feel stuck and helpless. As such it can be difficult trying to figure out how to navigate such life challenges and whom to confide to about them. That’s where I come in.
Life can often present us with roadblocks, hardships, and tragedies. And because of this it's sometimes easy to feel stuck and helpless. As such it can be difficult trying to figure out how to navigate such life challenges and whom to confide to about them. That’s where I come in.
I am a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 4 years of experience. I specialize in supporting adults and adolescents navigating mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and adjustment challenges. My goal is to help clients find relief from persistent symptoms, improve daily functioning, and build emotional resilience through compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to their unique needs and goals.
I am a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 4 years of experience. I specialize in supporting adults and adolescents navigating mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and adjustment challenges. My goal is to help clients find relief from persistent symptoms, improve daily functioning, and build emotional resilience through compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to their unique needs and goals.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 2 years of experience providing comprehensive mental health care to adults. I specialize in treating trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, mood instability, and psychotic disorders. My clinical background includes work in hospital, outpatient, and correctional psychiatry settings, where I support individuals navigating complex mental health challenges and limited support systems.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 2 years of experience providing comprehensive mental health care to adults. I specialize in treating trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, mood instability, and psychotic disorders. My clinical background includes work in hospital, outpatient, and correctional psychiatry settings, where I support individuals navigating complex mental health challenges and limited support systems.
My ideal clients present with Anxiety. Most anxiety disorder is excessive worrying and restlessness. Clients may have difficulty handling uncertainty, ongoing anxiety, and worries that are difficult to control and interfere with day-to-day activities. You may exhibit symptoms that are similar to panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and other types of anxiety, but may be from different conditions. My goal of treatment is to manage and lower your anxiety levels, calm your mind, and help you overcome your fears. Making lifestyle changes, learning coping skills and using relaxation techniques also can help.
My ideal clients present with Anxiety. Most anxiety disorder is excessive worrying and restlessness. Clients may have difficulty handling uncertainty, ongoing anxiety, and worries that are difficult to control and interfere with day-to-day activities. You may exhibit symptoms that are similar to panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and other types of anxiety, but may be from different conditions. My goal of treatment is to manage and lower your anxiety levels, calm your mind, and help you overcome your fears. Making lifestyle changes, learning coping skills and using relaxation techniques also can help.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 18 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I have worked in diverse clinical settings, gaining experience in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning. I specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma-related disorders, and behavioral health concerns across the lifespan. My goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 18 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I have worked in diverse clinical settings, gaining experience in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning. I specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma-related disorders, and behavioral health concerns across the lifespan. My goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
I am a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner with over 20 years' experience.
I provide evaluation, diagnosis and treatment, medication management of psychiatric disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, OCD, eating disorders, mood and psychotic disorders. I'm currently taking new patients and I'm available Monday-Friday and weekends both in office and virtually.
At Heritage Health System, we offer the care towards individual mental health needs, Spravato treatment and also PRECEPT students.
I am a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner with over 20 years' experience.
I provide evaluation, diagnosis and treatment, medication management of psychiatric disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, OCD, eating disorders, mood and psychotic disorders. I'm currently taking new patients and I'm available Monday-Friday and weekends both in office and virtually.
At Heritage Health System, we offer the care towards individual mental health needs, Spravato treatment and also PRECEPT students.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 10 years of experience providing psychiatric care in inpatient, emergency, and community mental health settings. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, severe and persistent mental illness, and co-occurring substance use disorders. I support clients seeking symptom relief, emotional stability, and healthier coping skills.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 10 years of experience providing psychiatric care in inpatient, emergency, and community mental health settings. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, severe and persistent mental illness, and co-occurring substance use disorders. I support clients seeking symptom relief, emotional stability, and healthier coping skills.
As a recent PMHNP graduate from Massachusetts School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, I have a 3+ year of clinical experience in psych unit. I understand that I am a new Psych Nurse Practitioner, but I have a strong background in the field. I worked as a Psych RN at Carney Hospital for four years. I worked as a Behavioral Response Nurse at Children Hospital and a nurse at Old Colony Correctional Center. I've had the opportunity to work with adult, elderly, teenager, and children with mental illness. My educational background has given me a solid understanding of Psych Nurse Practitioner role.
As a recent PMHNP graduate from Massachusetts School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, I have a 3+ year of clinical experience in psych unit. I understand that I am a new Psych Nurse Practitioner, but I have a strong background in the field. I worked as a Psych RN at Carney Hospital for four years. I worked as a Behavioral Response Nurse at Children Hospital and a nurse at Old Colony Correctional Center. I've had the opportunity to work with adult, elderly, teenager, and children with mental illness. My educational background has given me a solid understanding of Psych Nurse Practitioner role.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience specializing in mental health. I work with adolescents and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and stress. My clients are often seeking clarity, emotional balance, and tools to cope and thrive. I’m passionate about helping individuals feel empowered, supported, and equipped to lead more fulfilling lives.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience specializing in mental health. I work with adolescents and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and stress. My clients are often seeking clarity, emotional balance, and tools to cope and thrive. I’m passionate about helping individuals feel empowered, supported, and equipped to lead more fulfilling lives.
Misty Hinkle, PMHNP, is a compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner who works with adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, OCD, sleep issues, and psychotic disorders. Her ideal client is someone ready to engage in meaningful, collaborative care. Appointments focus on identifying symptoms, tailoring treatment plans, and supporting lasting emotional wellness, daily functioning, and personal growth.
Misty Hinkle, PMHNP, is a compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner who works with adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, OCD, sleep issues, and psychotic disorders. Her ideal client is someone ready to engage in meaningful, collaborative care. Appointments focus on identifying symptoms, tailoring treatment plans, and supporting lasting emotional wellness, daily functioning, and personal growth.
With over 10 years of clinical and leadership experience in healthcare, I am deeply committed to developing care plans that optimally balance the application of medications and other therapeutic techniques for behavioral and mental health. As a clinical instructor, I independently train aspiring mental health practitioners, emphasizing a holistic approach and individual patient focus.
With over 10 years of clinical and leadership experience in healthcare, I am deeply committed to developing care plans that optimally balance the application of medications and other therapeutic techniques for behavioral and mental health. As a clinical instructor, I independently train aspiring mental health practitioners, emphasizing a holistic approach and individual patient focus.
We have learned that patients need more than treatment, they need connection, understanding, and dignity. Our approach is collaborative, comprehensive, and grounded in cultural humility. Whether adjusting a treatment plan, facilitating therapy, offering support during a difficult moment, we believes healing begins with presence and trust. We wants every patient to know: you are becoming. It is our privilege to walk alongside clients on that journey. We recognizes that seeking support takes courage, and emphasizes that no one has to face their struggles alone. Our mission is providing compassionate, holistic, client centered care.
We have learned that patients need more than treatment, they need connection, understanding, and dignity. Our approach is collaborative, comprehensive, and grounded in cultural humility. Whether adjusting a treatment plan, facilitating therapy, offering support during a difficult moment, we believes healing begins with presence and trust. We wants every patient to know: you are becoming. It is our privilege to walk alongside clients on that journey. We recognizes that seeking support takes courage, and emphasizes that no one has to face their struggles alone. Our mission is providing compassionate, holistic, client centered care.
Mary Beth, an experienced and dedicated Physician Assistant (PA), is on a mission to support her patients in achieving optimal physical and mental health. She brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to her practice, making her a valuable asset to the field of healthcare. Mary Beth's educational journey reflects her commitment to providing comprehensive care. She graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Oklahoma Baptist University in 2003, demonstrating her early passion for understanding the intricacies of the human mind.
Mary Beth, an experienced and dedicated Physician Assistant (PA), is on a mission to support her patients in achieving optimal physical and mental health. She brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to her practice, making her a valuable asset to the field of healthcare. Mary Beth's educational journey reflects her commitment to providing comprehensive care. She graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Oklahoma Baptist University in 2003, demonstrating her early passion for understanding the intricacies of the human mind.
Meet Lindsey, a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) who prioritizes comprehensive care and mental health in her practice. With a commitment to addressing the root causes of her patients' concerns, Lindsey brings a unique perspective to the field of healthcare. Her expertise, combined with her passion for overall well-being, makes her a valuable asset in the pursuit of mental health. Lindsey's journey in healthcare is marked by excellence, having graduated with honors from her Master of Physician Assistant program in Boston, MA.
Meet Lindsey, a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) who prioritizes comprehensive care and mental health in her practice. With a commitment to addressing the root causes of her patients' concerns, Lindsey brings a unique perspective to the field of healthcare. Her expertise, combined with her passion for overall well-being, makes her a valuable asset in the pursuit of mental health. Lindsey's journey in healthcare is marked by excellence, having graduated with honors from her Master of Physician Assistant program in Boston, MA.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or constantly “on”? Struggling with focus, sleep, or burnout while balancing work, family, and expectations?
I help busy adults—especially Asian women and professionals—manage anxiety, ADHD, depression, and insomnia with practical, effective care that fits your life.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner, I combine medication management with therapy-informed support to help you feel better, think more clearly, and regain control—without long or overwhelming sessions.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or constantly “on”? Struggling with focus, sleep, or burnout while balancing work, family, and expectations?
I help busy adults—especially Asian women and professionals—manage anxiety, ADHD, depression, and insomnia with practical, effective care that fits your life.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner, I combine medication management with therapy-informed support to help you feel better, think more clearly, and regain control—without long or overwhelming sessions.
Scott Arno, PA, is an accomplished physician assistant with over 8 years of experience and a strong commitment to enhancing mental health care for his patients. Graduating from Clarkson University, Scott's primary goal is to deepen his understanding of mental illness, ensuring that every individual receives optimized care to improve their overall quality of life. Scott's career journey reflects his dedication to providing comprehensive healthcare:
Scott Arno, PA, is an accomplished physician assistant with over 8 years of experience and a strong commitment to enhancing mental health care for his patients. Graduating from Clarkson University, Scott's primary goal is to deepen his understanding of mental illness, ensuring that every individual receives optimized care to improve their overall quality of life. Scott's career journey reflects his dedication to providing comprehensive healthcare:
I bring over 10 years of experience in the medical field, with a deep and ongoing passion for psychiatry. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I believe that mental health is a foundational part of how we show up in our relationships—with family, at work, and within ourselves. My goal is to create a safe, trusting space where patients feel heard and supported in sharing their thoughts and emotions. I take a collaborative approach to care, working together with each patient to ensure that every step toward their wellness goals is thoughtful, personalized, and aligned with their unique needs.
I bring over 10 years of experience in the medical field, with a deep and ongoing passion for psychiatry. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I believe that mental health is a foundational part of how we show up in our relationships—with family, at work, and within ourselves. My goal is to create a safe, trusting space where patients feel heard and supported in sharing their thoughts and emotions. I take a collaborative approach to care, working together with each patient to ensure that every step toward their wellness goals is thoughtful, personalized, and aligned with their unique needs.
I provide compassionate, personalized psychiatric care for adults, including professionals, students, and anyone seeking support with ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, or co-occurring conditions. My goal is to help you gain clarity, restore stability, and build a realistic path toward improved mental health and overall well-being.
I provide compassionate, personalized psychiatric care for adults, including professionals, students, and anyone seeking support with ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, or co-occurring conditions. My goal is to help you gain clarity, restore stability, and build a realistic path toward improved mental health and overall well-being.
I am currently accepting new clients and would be glad to support you on your path toward healing. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about your mental health, you’re not alone—I offer compassionate, personalized care at your pace. Whether through therapy, medication, or both, my goal is to provide effective treatment grounded in a strong therapeutic relationship.
I am currently accepting new clients and would be glad to support you on your path toward healing. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about your mental health, you’re not alone—I offer compassionate, personalized care at your pace. Whether through therapy, medication, or both, my goal is to provide effective treatment grounded in a strong therapeutic relationship.
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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.