Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Geneva, IL
Michael Pica
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
I bring to the practice over ten years of working with adults, adolescents, and their families in outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings. For a period, I served as clinical director of a child and adolescent psychiatric unit. As a result, I frequently takes on adolescents with more significant emotional and behavioral disorders and families in crisis in which hospitalization may be required. Outside of working with adolescents, one of my particular interests is doing marital therapy. Additionally, my specialties with adults are anger management, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, borderline personality disorder, pain management, and men's issues.
I bring to the practice over ten years of working with adults, adolescents, and their families in outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings. For a period, I served as clinical director of a child and adolescent psychiatric unit. As a result, I frequently takes on adolescents with more significant emotional and behavioral disorders and families in crisis in which hospitalization may be required. Outside of working with adolescents, one of my particular interests is doing marital therapy. Additionally, my specialties with adults are anger management, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, borderline personality disorder, pain management, and men's issues.
Amy Matthews
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CADC
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
I have experience working with many issues: depression, anxiety, bipolar, borderline personality, autism, addiction.
Everyone needs help sometimes. Life comes with challenges and finding support is important in order to face them, especially when the challenges feel like more than we can handle on our own. I believe that every person has the strength they need to face these challenges with the right support in place. I am here to offer whatever is needed: a safe place to freely speak your mind without judgment, a chance to be understood, an ally to look at situations and options, a companion to offer new ideas and perspectives.
I have experience working with many issues: depression, anxiety, bipolar, borderline personality, autism, addiction.
Everyone needs help sometimes. Life comes with challenges and finding support is important in order to face them, especially when the challenges feel like more than we can handle on our own. I believe that every person has the strength they need to face these challenges with the right support in place. I am here to offer whatever is needed: a safe place to freely speak your mind without judgment, a chance to be understood, an ally to look at situations and options, a companion to offer new ideas and perspectives.
Owens Counseling
Counselor, LCPC, DSc
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
I can help you save your marriage! Change a behavior and you change your life.
I can help you save your marriage! Change a behavior and you change your life.
Lyle Skinner LTD
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
I believe that people do the best they know how to do. But life has a way of presenting us with problems that can tax our ability to cope, and it can be difficult to see our way through. I believe therapy can provide the calm and understanding conditions that allow an individual to gain insight into their problems, to learn how to manage their emotions, and gain skills that lead to a more rewarding life.
I believe that people do the best they know how to do. But life has a way of presenting us with problems that can tax our ability to cope, and it can be difficult to see our way through. I believe therapy can provide the calm and understanding conditions that allow an individual to gain insight into their problems, to learn how to manage their emotions, and gain skills that lead to a more rewarding life.
Adam L Chunn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
I have over 10 years of experience as an educator and a therapist, and I utilize both backgrounds to aid my clients to help them develop self-knowledge and learn skills instrumental in creating wellness. Combining the wisdom of traditional therapy with modern approaches, I work with my clients toward sustained results. The committed clients I work with are not interested in becoming perfect, but in feeling complete. I walk this path with each of my clients providing comfort while enduring their struggles with them to discover clarity and actualize their goals.
I have over 10 years of experience as an educator and a therapist, and I utilize both backgrounds to aid my clients to help them develop self-knowledge and learn skills instrumental in creating wellness. Combining the wisdom of traditional therapy with modern approaches, I work with my clients toward sustained results. The committed clients I work with are not interested in becoming perfect, but in feeling complete. I walk this path with each of my clients providing comfort while enduring their struggles with them to discover clarity and actualize their goals.
Denise M Dojka
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
We all would like our lives to be deeply satisfying, with good relationships, a sense of belonging, and a feeling like we are contributing members of society. However, sometimes we lose our way. We experience a loss of connection to ourselves or with others, we maintain beliefs and behaviors that were once helpful but now no longer serve us, or we get stuck in relationships that lack mutuality and intimacy.
As a clinical psychologist with over fifteen years experience, I use a variety of techniques as we journey together help you:
We all would like our lives to be deeply satisfying, with good relationships, a sense of belonging, and a feeling like we are contributing members of society. However, sometimes we lose our way. We experience a loss of connection to ourselves or with others, we maintain beliefs and behaviors that were once helpful but now no longer serve us, or we get stuck in relationships that lack mutuality and intimacy.
As a clinical psychologist with over fifteen years experience, I use a variety of techniques as we journey together help you:
Sarah Bliss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHCA, CTP
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134 (Online Only)
Maybe you've needed help for a while now, but getting started is the hardest part. Struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, and/or mood swings isn't sustainable. It impacts your relationships, your self-esteem, and your day to day life. You realize this, and so you are willing to "put in the work" inside and outside of therapy sessions. I am willing to match your energy and provide resources and skills to not only help you feel better, but to thrive!
Maybe you've needed help for a while now, but getting started is the hardest part. Struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, and/or mood swings isn't sustainable. It impacts your relationships, your self-esteem, and your day to day life. You realize this, and so you are willing to "put in the work" inside and outside of therapy sessions. I am willing to match your energy and provide resources and skills to not only help you feel better, but to thrive!
Alyssa Uchida
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
I believe therapy is a pathway to living a happier and healthier life. I am dedicated to leading my clients through a journey of self-determination and personal growth. Through my experience, I recognize the complexities of each situation. I love to work collaboratively with my clients and feel it is important to develop a strong therapeutic alliance, establish trust, and provide a non-judgmental space for clients to feel heard.
I believe therapy is a pathway to living a happier and healthier life. I am dedicated to leading my clients through a journey of self-determination and personal growth. Through my experience, I recognize the complexities of each situation. I love to work collaboratively with my clients and feel it is important to develop a strong therapeutic alliance, establish trust, and provide a non-judgmental space for clients to feel heard.
Anchor Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
It's hard to take the first step and acknowledge that you need help. Whether you are 18 and trying to navigate your next steps, a new parent struggling to keep it together, an adult going through a breakup, or many other issues, we can work together to identify a plan to get through this difficult time.
It's hard to take the first step and acknowledge that you need help. Whether you are 18 and trying to navigate your next steps, a new parent struggling to keep it together, an adult going through a breakup, or many other issues, we can work together to identify a plan to get through this difficult time.
Steven M. Beck
MA
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
I have over 30 years of clinical experience working with adults, adolescents,the LGBTQ community and also specialize in couples and family therapy. My areas of particular interest include relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, grief, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual abuse, and addiction. I believe it's important to work openly with issues of faith and spirituality as they naturally emerge during the process of therapy. I value kindness, openness, curiosity and humor as these qualities shape my approach to both therapy and life.
I have over 30 years of clinical experience working with adults, adolescents,the LGBTQ community and also specialize in couples and family therapy. My areas of particular interest include relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, grief, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual abuse, and addiction. I believe it's important to work openly with issues of faith and spirituality as they naturally emerge during the process of therapy. I value kindness, openness, curiosity and humor as these qualities shape my approach to both therapy and life.
Maryann DeMatthews Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
Enjoy therapy. I provide in-depth, client specific psychotherapy. I help individuals face and overcome challenges, cultivate hope, and move forward. With comprehensive experience and deep theoretical understanding, I support my clients to move forward safely and securely. I treat clients who have challenges including Personality Disorders, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Anxiety, Panic, Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. End-to-end encrypted telehealth therapy with secure email, video streaming, and intake system.
Enjoy therapy. I provide in-depth, client specific psychotherapy. I help individuals face and overcome challenges, cultivate hope, and move forward. With comprehensive experience and deep theoretical understanding, I support my clients to move forward safely and securely. I treat clients who have challenges including Personality Disorders, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Anxiety, Panic, Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. End-to-end encrypted telehealth therapy with secure email, video streaming, and intake system.
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Deborah M Miller-Lunsford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
I have been a practicing therapist for over twenty-five years. I spent a number of years working with children, adolescents and families in a community-based agency. Now in private practice, my focus has been on the needs of adults and couples of all ages. All are struggling with issues related to mental health, self-esteem, trauma, relationship challenges and life stage concerns. Each stage brings its challenges.
I have been a practicing therapist for over twenty-five years. I spent a number of years working with children, adolescents and families in a community-based agency. Now in private practice, my focus has been on the needs of adults and couples of all ages. All are struggling with issues related to mental health, self-esteem, trauma, relationship challenges and life stage concerns. Each stage brings its challenges.
Kim Kuehne
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134 (Online Only)
Are you struggling to manage difficult emotions, complex relationships, or daily stressors? We all deserve to live a fulfilling, authentic and healthy life but sometimes we can feel stuck, overwhelmed, or hopeless. Therapy is a powerful tool that empowers us to become the best version of ourselves and assists us in successfully navigating a complex world. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field.
Are you struggling to manage difficult emotions, complex relationships, or daily stressors? We all deserve to live a fulfilling, authentic and healthy life but sometimes we can feel stuck, overwhelmed, or hopeless. Therapy is a powerful tool that empowers us to become the best version of ourselves and assists us in successfully navigating a complex world. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field.
Sean Martiny
Counselor, LCPC, DBTC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134 (Online Only)
Each of us have the capacity to reach our fullest potentials. However, we often find ourselves stuck in negative patterns of thinking and being, unable to see other possibilities. Therapy allows us as individuals and family units to create meaning out of the various life experiences that we have encountered and can help to open up new ways of thinking, feeling, and being. I provide individual and family counseling in a comfortable and confidential setting. I treat those who experience issues related to trauma, anger management, self-injury, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, identity issues, and self-esteem challenges.
Each of us have the capacity to reach our fullest potentials. However, we often find ourselves stuck in negative patterns of thinking and being, unable to see other possibilities. Therapy allows us as individuals and family units to create meaning out of the various life experiences that we have encountered and can help to open up new ways of thinking, feeling, and being. I provide individual and family counseling in a comfortable and confidential setting. I treat those who experience issues related to trauma, anger management, self-injury, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, identity issues, and self-esteem challenges.
Jena Nicole Stombaugh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134 (Online Only)
As your therapist, I will provide you with support, guidance, and a safe and trusting environment to explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals. There is a basic set of expectations for both parties to work together in harmony to create healthy coping skills that will stay with you for years to come. I welcome any client, regardless of recent struggles, who are dedicated to working towards the next steps in their lives.
As your therapist, I will provide you with support, guidance, and a safe and trusting environment to explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals. There is a basic set of expectations for both parties to work together in harmony to create healthy coping skills that will stay with you for years to come. I welcome any client, regardless of recent struggles, who are dedicated to working towards the next steps in their lives.
Marcy O'Dell
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
I am a LCPC working in Geneva, IL. My specialties include DBT, CBT, and experiential work utilizing art and mindfulness. I find something as simple as taking a walk while noticing our senses can shift the dynamic of a typical therapy session. Creating using various art media is another way to engage with our thoughts and emotions when words fall short of explaining how we feel. I especially enjoy working with adolescents and the emerging adulthood population, with experience working with adults also.
I am a LCPC working in Geneva, IL. My specialties include DBT, CBT, and experiential work utilizing art and mindfulness. I find something as simple as taking a walk while noticing our senses can shift the dynamic of a typical therapy session. Creating using various art media is another way to engage with our thoughts and emotions when words fall short of explaining how we feel. I especially enjoy working with adolescents and the emerging adulthood population, with experience working with adults also.
Joanna VanLear
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-PD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
I believe there is hope for profound change through the creative collaboration of client and therapist. I strive to create a warm and inviting environment where clients are able to share their experiences, realize their strengths, and develop a plan for achieving their goals. I enjoy working with adults who are seeking to improve relationships or address personal struggles with depression, anxiety, anger, domestic violence or personality disorders. I also work with parents and blended families.
I believe there is hope for profound change through the creative collaboration of client and therapist. I strive to create a warm and inviting environment where clients are able to share their experiences, realize their strengths, and develop a plan for achieving their goals. I enjoy working with adults who are seeking to improve relationships or address personal struggles with depression, anxiety, anger, domestic violence or personality disorders. I also work with parents and blended families.
Kristin M Anderson
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
I use an empathetic and empowering approach and favor interventions that focus on deepening your relationship with yourself, increasing your self-awareness and improving your relationships with others. I work with emotions, helping you to understand what, why and how to manage them and how to discover the wisdom they hold. I use a variety of strategies including cognitive/behavioral, psychodynamic, solution focused, dialectic behavior therapy and mindfulness meditation. I help you seek the sources of support available to you, both internal and external, and to create a balanced life that enables you to achieve your goals.
I use an empathetic and empowering approach and favor interventions that focus on deepening your relationship with yourself, increasing your self-awareness and improving your relationships with others. I work with emotions, helping you to understand what, why and how to manage them and how to discover the wisdom they hold. I use a variety of strategies including cognitive/behavioral, psychodynamic, solution focused, dialectic behavior therapy and mindfulness meditation. I help you seek the sources of support available to you, both internal and external, and to create a balanced life that enables you to achieve your goals.
Kimberly K Boatner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
Hello. As a clinician, I have committed myself to providing a safe environment for individuals, couples, and families seeking support. My therapeutic philosophy is centered on compassion, resilience, and individual strengths. As a clinician, I am inspired by my client's process of self-discovery and the courage of using their voice to create change. I feel honored and thankful for the privilege to witness each client's journey. My approach is eclectic and centers on the unique strengths of each client.
Hello. As a clinician, I have committed myself to providing a safe environment for individuals, couples, and families seeking support. My therapeutic philosophy is centered on compassion, resilience, and individual strengths. As a clinician, I am inspired by my client's process of self-discovery and the courage of using their voice to create change. I feel honored and thankful for the privilege to witness each client's journey. My approach is eclectic and centers on the unique strengths of each client.
Tanya Gluzerman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Geneva, IL 60134
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families in outpatient, residential, and school settings. I provide psychotherapy as well as psychological testing if needed. I completed my post-doctoral training working with children and adolescents on the Autistic Spectrum including those with sensory integration issues, co-morbid ADHD, and learning disorders. What makes me unique is that I have also worked with children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders (e.g., anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ODD, OCD, ADHD, conduct disorder, and PTSD). I am particularly interested in women's issues and family therapy. I am also fluent in Polish.
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families in outpatient, residential, and school settings. I provide psychotherapy as well as psychological testing if needed. I completed my post-doctoral training working with children and adolescents on the Autistic Spectrum including those with sensory integration issues, co-morbid ADHD, and learning disorders. What makes me unique is that I have also worked with children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders (e.g., anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ODD, OCD, ADHD, conduct disorder, and PTSD). I am particularly interested in women's issues and family therapy. I am also fluent in Polish.
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Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists
What is the most successful approach to treating borderline personality disorder?
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is considered the gold standard of treatment for borderline personality disorder. An evidence-based treatment, it addresses the extreme emotional reactivity, the relationship difficulties, and the acts of self-harm that create so much distress for BPD patients. DBT is a comprehensive program that includes both regular individual psychotherapy sessions and weekly group sessions of skills training.
What happens in treatment of borderline personality disorder?
Treatment typically consists of weekly individual therapy sessions that last an hour and group skill-focused instructional sessions that may last up to two hours. Patients are typically given homework “assignments” in which they are asked to practice in their daily life the skills they acquire in therapy. Patients also keep a diary tracking their emotions and impulses as a way to know which situations are most problematic and to help them gain control over their own behavior. Difficult situations and feelings are typically reviewed in therapy sessions and more constructive solutions found.
What kinds of problems does BPD treatment help with?
DBT was initially developed to dampen the self-destructive impulses of chronically suicidal patients. It is now the treatment of choice for borderline personality disorder, a serious condition marked by extreme emotional reactivity, relationship instability, and self-injurious behaviors. Treatment of BPD helps patients tolerate the flux of emotions without acting on them, often with a specific focus on tolerating negative emotions. DBT addresses the core problems of BPD—fear of abandonment, low self-esteem, and impulsivity.
What is the goal of treatment in borderline personality disorder?
The goal of treatment for borderline personality disorder (BPD) is to relieve the extreme emotional distress that patients experience—to curb their emotional reactivity, to minimize their inclination to self-harm, and to reduce their impulsivity. Toward these ends, patients are not only taught an array of new coping skills and techniques for emotional regulation, they are given opportunities to practice them. Another major goal of treatment is interpersonal effectiveness; patients learn and problem-solve ways to effectively communicate in relationships, especially how to ask for what they need as a way to minimize hurt feelings.