Borderline Personality (BPD) Psychiatrists in Chevy Chase, MD
I am a Certified Physician Assistant specializing in psychiatry and providing medication management services to patients through LBH Mental Wellness. I see patients remotely in DC, Maryland, Virginia, and Georgia. I work closely with area therapists, creating a collective team approach to treatment planning.
I am a Certified Physician Assistant specializing in psychiatry and providing medication management services to patients through LBH Mental Wellness. I see patients remotely in DC, Maryland, Virginia, and Georgia. I work closely with area therapists, creating a collective team approach to treatment planning.
Many of the adults I work with are managing anxiety, ADHD, depression, burnout, or major life transitions while balancing careers, relationships, and daily responsibilities. They often come to my practice seeking clarity, stability, and a treatment plan that feels personalized rather than rushed. At Grace’s Room, we provide thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care focused on understanding the whole person. Through collaborative medication management, education, and ongoing support, we help clients improve daily functioning, build resilience, and create lasting emotional wellness.
Many of the adults I work with are managing anxiety, ADHD, depression, burnout, or major life transitions while balancing careers, relationships, and daily responsibilities. They often come to my practice seeking clarity, stability, and a treatment plan that feels personalized rather than rushed. At Grace’s Room, we provide thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care focused on understanding the whole person. Through collaborative medication management, education, and ongoing support, we help clients improve daily functioning, build resilience, and create lasting emotional wellness.
I'm a psychoanalyst who works with adults, children, couples and families, and have a subspecialty in sexual difficulties. I have taught and written about issues across many areas of the life cycle, and am probably best known for my treatment and teaching about couple and family difficulties. Although I am a psychiatrist, I only prescribe for patients I treat with psychotherapy and psychoanalysis.
I'm a psychoanalyst who works with adults, children, couples and families, and have a subspecialty in sexual difficulties. I have taught and written about issues across many areas of the life cycle, and am probably best known for my treatment and teaching about couple and family difficulties. Although I am a psychiatrist, I only prescribe for patients I treat with psychotherapy and psychoanalysis.
Your mental health matters, and you do not have to navigate it alone. I provide comprehensive care for all mental health concerns, specializing in medication management and personalized treatment. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, or other challenges, I take an evidence-based, compassionate approach. By integrating holistic care, including the mind-body connection, lifestyle factors, and genetics, I help you achieve balance and well-being. Together, we’ll create a plan that supports and empowers you on your path to mental wellness.
Your mental health matters, and you do not have to navigate it alone. I provide comprehensive care for all mental health concerns, specializing in medication management and personalized treatment. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, or other challenges, I take an evidence-based, compassionate approach. By integrating holistic care, including the mind-body connection, lifestyle factors, and genetics, I help you achieve balance and well-being. Together, we’ll create a plan that supports and empowers you on your path to mental wellness.
Are you looking for a psychiatrist who will understand you as a whole person, not a list of symptoms or diagnoses? I love getting to know people in depth, understanding their strengths and resilience together with what they might want to work on or change. Whether it’s learning new ways to achieve stability in mood or reducing anxiety, it’s so important to see the whole picture. Beyond thoughtfully adjusting medication, a comprehensive treatment plan may also include psychotherapy, making lifestyle changes, or learning new techniques like mindfulness or breathwork. We will find an approach that's just right for you.
Are you looking for a psychiatrist who will understand you as a whole person, not a list of symptoms or diagnoses? I love getting to know people in depth, understanding their strengths and resilience together with what they might want to work on or change. Whether it’s learning new ways to achieve stability in mood or reducing anxiety, it’s so important to see the whole picture. Beyond thoughtfully adjusting medication, a comprehensive treatment plan may also include psychotherapy, making lifestyle changes, or learning new techniques like mindfulness or breathwork. We will find an approach that's just right for you.
Mental healthcare does not need to be complicated. Compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based care is achievable for every patient.
I am a doctorally prepared Nurse Practitioner, board-certified in both Psychiatry and Primary Care, with 23 years of experience. As an alumna of Johns Hopkins University, I provide diagnosis, medication management and psychotherapy to adult patients suffering from mood disorders, anxiety, depression, insomnia, postpartum depression, and trauma.
Mental healthcare does not need to be complicated. Compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based care is achievable for every patient.
I am a doctorally prepared Nurse Practitioner, board-certified in both Psychiatry and Primary Care, with 23 years of experience. As an alumna of Johns Hopkins University, I provide diagnosis, medication management and psychotherapy to adult patients suffering from mood disorders, anxiety, depression, insomnia, postpartum depression, and trauma.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychopharmacology, offering thoughtful, collaborative, and personalized care. I hold a BSN and MSN from the Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions and an MSW from Boston College. My background as a psychotherapist and prescriber, along with experience across inpatient, partial hospital, and outpatient settings, informs my holistic approach. I have a deep interest in the mental health of women and gender diverse people across the lifespan, from emerging adulthood through the perinatal and postpartum periods, to menopause and beyond.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychopharmacology, offering thoughtful, collaborative, and personalized care. I hold a BSN and MSN from the Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions and an MSW from Boston College. My background as a psychotherapist and prescriber, along with experience across inpatient, partial hospital, and outpatient settings, informs my holistic approach. I have a deep interest in the mental health of women and gender diverse people across the lifespan, from emerging adulthood through the perinatal and postpartum periods, to menopause and beyond.
Multiple same week openings available. You’re not just looking for a prescription—you’re looking for someone who truly gets what you’re going through. Medicaid and Commercial patients, whether you're battling Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, or ADHD you deserve care that treats you as a whole person—not just your symptoms
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience, I work with adults and children who are ready for compassionate, evidence-based support. My integrative, holistic approach considers your mental health, physical health, and lifestyle.
Multiple same week openings available. You’re not just looking for a prescription—you’re looking for someone who truly gets what you’re going through. Medicaid and Commercial patients, whether you're battling Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, or ADHD you deserve care that treats you as a whole person—not just your symptoms
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience, I work with adults and children who are ready for compassionate, evidence-based support. My integrative, holistic approach considers your mental health, physical health, and lifestyle.
I am accepting new patients (age 14+) in Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. (most ins. plans accepted), daytime and evening hours are available. Concerns addressed include depression, anxiety, trauma or PTSD, anger, irritability, OCD, alcohol and substance use disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, ADHD, personality disorders, and other cognitive concerns such as dementia. I also provide medical treatment for weight loss when indicated. I specialize in caring for women planning pregnancy, during, or during breastfeeding. I welcome patients from the veteran and the LGBTQ+ community. I do comprehensive ADHD evaluation and treatment.
I am accepting new patients (age 14+) in Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. (most ins. plans accepted), daytime and evening hours are available. Concerns addressed include depression, anxiety, trauma or PTSD, anger, irritability, OCD, alcohol and substance use disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, ADHD, personality disorders, and other cognitive concerns such as dementia. I also provide medical treatment for weight loss when indicated. I specialize in caring for women planning pregnancy, during, or during breastfeeding. I welcome patients from the veteran and the LGBTQ+ community. I do comprehensive ADHD evaluation and treatment.
As a Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatric care, I bring a wealth of experience in mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment and psychotherapy. With my experience in managing mental health disorders, I am committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing a wide range of psychological conditions. My expertise includes the management of mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and other psychiatric conditions.
As a Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatric care, I bring a wealth of experience in mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment and psychotherapy. With my experience in managing mental health disorders, I am committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing a wide range of psychological conditions. My expertise includes the management of mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and other psychiatric conditions.
I often treat young adults and professionals with depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and technological addictions, though I have experience treating adults of all ages and backgrounds for a broad spectrum of psychiatric complaints, including severe mental illness. An ideal patient for me is one who is curious about learning more about themselves and wants to collaborate with me on finding the steps necessary for better mental health. Together we will use a combination of approaches to make meaningful and lasting change.
I often treat young adults and professionals with depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and technological addictions, though I have experience treating adults of all ages and backgrounds for a broad spectrum of psychiatric complaints, including severe mental illness. An ideal patient for me is one who is curious about learning more about themselves and wants to collaborate with me on finding the steps necessary for better mental health. Together we will use a combination of approaches to make meaningful and lasting change.
Taking the first step toward mental health care can feel intimidating. I honor the courage it takes to reach out and am committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you and your child feel seen, heard, and understood.
I provide comprehensive evaluations, evidence-based treatment, and medication management tailored to each person’s needs. I specialize in pediatric and adolescent psychiatry, helping young patients develop coping strategies, emotional resilience, and healthy patterns of behavior, while also supporting adults facing depression, anxiety, and other mental healt
Taking the first step toward mental health care can feel intimidating. I honor the courage it takes to reach out and am committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you and your child feel seen, heard, and understood.
I provide comprehensive evaluations, evidence-based treatment, and medication management tailored to each person’s needs. I specialize in pediatric and adolescent psychiatry, helping young patients develop coping strategies, emotional resilience, and healthy patterns of behavior, while also supporting adults facing depression, anxiety, and other mental healt
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst providing individual psychotherapy, play therapy, couples therapy, pharmacotherapy and psychoanalysis to patients for the following presenting symptoms: anxiety, depression, poor school performance, stuttering, lack of motivation, and finding oneself in relationships with people who are devaluating and/or abusive. My interpersonal focus is to help each patient become aware of what he or she consciously or unconsciously does that prevents the patient from developing developmentally enhancing relationships with significant others.
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst providing individual psychotherapy, play therapy, couples therapy, pharmacotherapy and psychoanalysis to patients for the following presenting symptoms: anxiety, depression, poor school performance, stuttering, lack of motivation, and finding oneself in relationships with people who are devaluating and/or abusive. My interpersonal focus is to help each patient become aware of what he or she consciously or unconsciously does that prevents the patient from developing developmentally enhancing relationships with significant others.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with over 25 years of experience. Proficient in both medication treatment and psychotherapy, I provide a whole-client approach. I take the time to hear the breadth and depth of your experience, and dedicate the same effort to crafting a treatment plan in a spirit of collaboration. I develop medication regimens tailored to your needs and update them as needed. I also provide both individual and family psychotherapy. I have a particular interest in making mental health care accessible to all members of our diverse community.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with over 25 years of experience. Proficient in both medication treatment and psychotherapy, I provide a whole-client approach. I take the time to hear the breadth and depth of your experience, and dedicate the same effort to crafting a treatment plan in a spirit of collaboration. I develop medication regimens tailored to your needs and update them as needed. I also provide both individual and family psychotherapy. I have a particular interest in making mental health care accessible to all members of our diverse community.
Many of the people I work with are balancing work, parenting, relationships, caregiving, or the constant pressure of trying to keep up with daily life while privately struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, burnout, perfectionism, or emotional overwhelm. I provide a supportive, practical, and personalized approach that helps patients better understand themselves and feel more capable in everyday life.
Many of the people I work with are balancing work, parenting, relationships, caregiving, or the constant pressure of trying to keep up with daily life while privately struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, burnout, perfectionism, or emotional overwhelm. I provide a supportive, practical, and personalized approach that helps patients better understand themselves and feel more capable in everyday life.
I am an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I perform psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, ongoing medication, and psychotherapeutic management of mental health patients. My goal is to work with individuals experiencing mental health challenges to relieve their symptoms, improve their quality of life, and aid optimal functioning through counseling, psychotherapy, and medication. I advocate active patient/family involvement in their care.
I am an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I perform psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, ongoing medication, and psychotherapeutic management of mental health patients. My goal is to work with individuals experiencing mental health challenges to relieve their symptoms, improve their quality of life, and aid optimal functioning through counseling, psychotherapy, and medication. I advocate active patient/family involvement in their care.
I am seeing patients in my North Bethesda office located at 11119 Rockville Pike, Suite 200, and by videoconference (Zoom). I received my medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania. I provide psychiatric treatment for a wide range of challenges in adults, adolescents and pre-teens. My approach is to create a personalized treatment plan starting from scientific treatment guidelines and focusing on your individual needs and strengths. I have wide-ranging expertise including the treatment of anxiety, depression, addiction, ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, women's psychiatric needs, schizophrenia, and impulsivity.
I am seeing patients in my North Bethesda office located at 11119 Rockville Pike, Suite 200, and by videoconference (Zoom). I received my medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania. I provide psychiatric treatment for a wide range of challenges in adults, adolescents and pre-teens. My approach is to create a personalized treatment plan starting from scientific treatment guidelines and focusing on your individual needs and strengths. I have wide-ranging expertise including the treatment of anxiety, depression, addiction, ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, women's psychiatric needs, schizophrenia, and impulsivity.
Multiple same week openings. You’re not just looking for a prescription—you’re looking for someone who truly gets what you’re going through. Commercial and Medicaid patients, whether you're battling Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, or ADHD you deserve care that treats you as a whole person—not just your symptoms
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience, I work with adults and children who are ready for compassionate, evidence-based support. My integrative, holistic approach considers your mental health, physical health, and lifestyle.
Multiple same week openings. You’re not just looking for a prescription—you’re looking for someone who truly gets what you’re going through. Commercial and Medicaid patients, whether you're battling Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, or ADHD you deserve care that treats you as a whole person—not just your symptoms
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience, I work with adults and children who are ready for compassionate, evidence-based support. My integrative, holistic approach considers your mental health, physical health, and lifestyle.
I have been in the private practice of psychodynamic psychiatry for over three decades. I provide psychotherapy and prescribe medication when indicated as an adjunct to your psychotherapy. I offer a safe, warm and trusting environment in which you can discuss your deepest concerns and you can feel that you are being listened to and truly heard. Together we would work to understand the conflictual issues that are contributing to your difficulties and that are preventing you from achieving your goals in your interpersonal, occupational and academic life. I can treat patients in DC, MD, VA, NY, NJ, and CA.
I have been in the private practice of psychodynamic psychiatry for over three decades. I provide psychotherapy and prescribe medication when indicated as an adjunct to your psychotherapy. I offer a safe, warm and trusting environment in which you can discuss your deepest concerns and you can feel that you are being listened to and truly heard. Together we would work to understand the conflictual issues that are contributing to your difficulties and that are preventing you from achieving your goals in your interpersonal, occupational and academic life. I can treat patients in DC, MD, VA, NY, NJ, and CA.
I see patients for psycotherapy and am medical director for LBH Mental Wellness. At LBH, I oversee experienced mid-level providers that are currently accepting new patients for medication management via telemedicine in DC, Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Georgia. We strive to continuously optimize your treatment plan and minimize medication use. Most emotional problems are multi-determined; that is, they frequently stem from more than one source. To best address these problems first requires an understanding of early development and its effects on the brain as well as relational and environmental stressors that affect us all.
I see patients for psycotherapy and am medical director for LBH Mental Wellness. At LBH, I oversee experienced mid-level providers that are currently accepting new patients for medication management via telemedicine in DC, Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Georgia. We strive to continuously optimize your treatment plan and minimize medication use. Most emotional problems are multi-determined; that is, they frequently stem from more than one source. To best address these problems first requires an understanding of early development and its effects on the brain as well as relational and environmental stressors that affect us all.
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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.