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Krista Altman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Manhasset, NY 11030
I’ve been focusing on Dialectical Behavior Therapy for the past 12 years which works well to treat BPD and a range of other emotional issues.
I have worked in Mental Health for 20 years. I have experience in a diverse range of settings. I’ve helped justice involved individuals, street homeless, severe issues in acute care, persistent mental illness on a community level and those struggling with trauma, addiction, in adolescents through late adulthood.
I’ve been focusing on Dialectical Behavior Therapy for the past 12 years which works well to treat BPD and a range of other emotional issues.
I have worked in Mental Health for 20 years. I have experience in a diverse range of settings. I’ve helped justice involved individuals, street homeless, severe issues in acute care, persistent mental illness on a community level and those struggling with trauma, addiction, in adolescents through late adulthood.
(516) 518-5782 View (516) 518-5782
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Christine M Newman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jericho, NY 11753
Some of the conditions I treat include but are not limited to: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, Specific Phobias, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Eating Disorders, School Refusal, ADHD and more.
I understand that reaching out to a therapist for the first time can be very scary. I do my best to create an environment where my clients are met with compassion and understanding, without fear of judgment. I provide individuals with evidence-based treatment to help them overcome their difficulties. I believe that it is important to custom tailor therapy to each individual, as no two people are exactly the same. I believe one of the most important aspects of treatment is meeting each client where they are in readiness, while also encouraging movement towards their goals.
Some of the conditions I treat include but are not limited to: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, Specific Phobias, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Eating Disorders, School Refusal, ADHD and more.
I understand that reaching out to a therapist for the first time can be very scary. I do my best to create an environment where my clients are met with compassion and understanding, without fear of judgment. I provide individuals with evidence-based treatment to help them overcome their difficulties. I believe that it is important to custom tailor therapy to each individual, as no two people are exactly the same. I believe one of the most important aspects of treatment is meeting each client where they are in readiness, while also encouraging movement towards their goals.
(516) 307-0502 View (516) 307-0502
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Footprints Mental Health Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10475
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, BPD, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, BPD, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(646) 204-2295 View (646) 204-2295
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Jeanette Lorandini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Roslyn, NY 11576
Does your child have problems regulating his or her emotions? Do they go from 0-100 in no time and are they prone to frequent behavioral and emotional outbursts? Have you noticed a change in him or her? Are you concerned that your child might be unhappy? I offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , I will sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. I have helped thousands of families to heal. Let me offer you the same hope.
Does your child have problems regulating his or her emotions? Do they go from 0-100 in no time and are they prone to frequent behavioral and emotional outbursts? Have you noticed a change in him or her? Are you concerned that your child might be unhappy? I offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , I will sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. I have helped thousands of families to heal. Let me offer you the same hope.
(631) 479-3942 View (631) 479-3942
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Samantha Eve Kaufman
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jericho, NY 11753
I firmly believe in creating a warm, enthusiastic, informative, and authentic environment for individuals to enable them to reach their goals and fullest potential - whatever that may be. Reasons for entering therapy vary - some people are looking for coping skills, a solution to specific problem, someone to help them gain more insight or simply someone to talk to. I embrace people’s individuality and do not believe that one size fits all. Although I am more heavily trained in cognitive behavioral therapy I consider myself an eclectic psychologist and utilize research based techniques from various different subfields of psychology.
I firmly believe in creating a warm, enthusiastic, informative, and authentic environment for individuals to enable them to reach their goals and fullest potential - whatever that may be. Reasons for entering therapy vary - some people are looking for coping skills, a solution to specific problem, someone to help them gain more insight or simply someone to talk to. I embrace people’s individuality and do not believe that one size fits all. Although I am more heavily trained in cognitive behavioral therapy I consider myself an eclectic psychologist and utilize research based techniques from various different subfields of psychology.
(516) 604-5509 View (516) 604-5509
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Suffolk DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
Do you or your child have problems regulating emotions? Do emotions go from 0-100 in no time with a tendency to have outbursts? Have you noticed a change in yourself or your family member? Are you concerned that you or your family member are unhappy? We offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents/ adults learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , we sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. We have helped thousands of families to heal. Let us offer you the same hope.
Do you or your child have problems regulating emotions? Do emotions go from 0-100 in no time with a tendency to have outbursts? Have you noticed a change in yourself or your family member? Are you concerned that you or your family member are unhappy? We offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents/ adults learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , we sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. We have helped thousands of families to heal. Let us offer you the same hope.
(516) 714-4707 View (516) 714-4707
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Allison Lebowitz Elkoubi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Hi! I am a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in providing evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) techniques. I specialize in the treatment of adolescents, adults, and families, struggling with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, impulsive behaviors, self-harm, relationship problems, tolerating distress, and trauma reactions. I truly believe that treatment is most successful when working collaboratively with a client to identify and work towards goals.
Hi! I am a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in providing evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) techniques. I specialize in the treatment of adolescents, adults, and families, struggling with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, impulsive behaviors, self-harm, relationship problems, tolerating distress, and trauma reactions. I truly believe that treatment is most successful when working collaboratively with a client to identify and work towards goals.
(516) 613-2818 View (516) 613-2818
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Mark Lazarus
Psychologist, PhD
Not Verified Not Verified
Manhasset, NY 11030
I provide Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT) to enhance your life satisfaction, sense of mastery, and connectedness with others, utilizing a warm, evidence-based, humane, collaborative manner. Therapy is not something I do TO you, but instead, a "journey" that we take together in partnership (and sometimes in laughter). We will go at your pace and focus on YOUR goals for you. I will attempt to build on your strengths and the coping skills you already possess, and to educate you about communication, problem-solving, and stress-management tools that are new to you. I have been in practice for 30 years.
I provide Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT) to enhance your life satisfaction, sense of mastery, and connectedness with others, utilizing a warm, evidence-based, humane, collaborative manner. Therapy is not something I do TO you, but instead, a "journey" that we take together in partnership (and sometimes in laughter). We will go at your pace and focus on YOUR goals for you. I will attempt to build on your strengths and the coping skills you already possess, and to educate you about communication, problem-solving, and stress-management tools that are new to you. I have been in practice for 30 years.
(516) 262-5101 View (516) 262-5101
Photo of Cecily Portillo, Psychologist in Sea Cliff, NY
Cecily Portillo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Do your emotions overwhelm you? Do they get away from you and lead to behaviors that affect your relationships, career and/or sense of self? Has it been more difficult than usual to manage your worry thoughts or your mood? It can be difficult to build the life you want when strong emotions get in the way. While it might not seem possible now, you CAN rein them in and I’d like to show you how.
Do your emotions overwhelm you? Do they get away from you and lead to behaviors that affect your relationships, career and/or sense of self? Has it been more difficult than usual to manage your worry thoughts or your mood? It can be difficult to build the life you want when strong emotions get in the way. While it might not seem possible now, you CAN rein them in and I’d like to show you how.
(347) 252-9744 View (347) 252-9744
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Bonnie Ann Spence
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, CAC
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a caring straight shooting therapist best for the person who wants direction and honesty to effect quick change in themselves and their lives. I have a long history of helping people who are struggling with various issues in life. My experience is extremely diversified and seasoned. My abilities come from lots of education and an abundance of my own life experience. I utilize various modalities of treatment and integrate whatever will work best for my patients. I will help you to effect positive changes in your life if you are willing to work and accept change. I am a strong believer in God and I utilize spiritual direction .
I am a caring straight shooting therapist best for the person who wants direction and honesty to effect quick change in themselves and their lives. I have a long history of helping people who are struggling with various issues in life. My experience is extremely diversified and seasoned. My abilities come from lots of education and an abundance of my own life experience. I utilize various modalities of treatment and integrate whatever will work best for my patients. I will help you to effect positive changes in your life if you are willing to work and accept change. I am a strong believer in God and I utilize spiritual direction .
(516) 518-5188 View (516) 518-5188
Photo of Danielle Matias, Licensed Professional Counselor in Sea Cliff, NY
Danielle Matias
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Mineola, NY 11501
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it is my greatest passion in life.
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it is my greatest passion in life.
(646) 204-2295 View (646) 204-2295
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Dina Derilas
LMHC
Verified Verified
Williston Park, NY 11596  (Online Only)
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor and a certified school counselor with many years of experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and young adults using an evidence-based approach. Areas of expertise include anxiety and mood disorders, chronic illness adjustment, pain management, and medical non-adherence. My practice includes individual therapy and group therapy. I work with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, stress from daily life, depression, and difficulties within relationships. My approach is warm, compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive.
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor and a certified school counselor with many years of experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and young adults using an evidence-based approach. Areas of expertise include anxiety and mood disorders, chronic illness adjustment, pain management, and medical non-adherence. My practice includes individual therapy and group therapy. I work with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, stress from daily life, depression, and difficulties within relationships. My approach is warm, compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive.
(718) 550-2422 View (718) 550-2422
Photo of Laura Moran, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Sea Cliff, NY
Laura Moran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
Carle Place, NY 11514  (Online Only)
Many people suffer needlessly with anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts. They can feel doomed to repeat the same self-defeating patterns over and over again. Therapy can help you address these issues and move forward with your life. I am a licensed clinical therapist with years of experience working with individuals and couples. Currently, I am available to work with you remotely, as long as you live anywhere in the State of New York. My approach is customized to suit your needs, utilizing a variety of behavioral and psychodynamic frameworks while establishing a trusting and judgement-free therapeutic space.
Many people suffer needlessly with anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts. They can feel doomed to repeat the same self-defeating patterns over and over again. Therapy can help you address these issues and move forward with your life. I am a licensed clinical therapist with years of experience working with individuals and couples. Currently, I am available to work with you remotely, as long as you live anywhere in the State of New York. My approach is customized to suit your needs, utilizing a variety of behavioral and psychodynamic frameworks while establishing a trusting and judgement-free therapeutic space.
(516) 550-0431 View (516) 550-0431
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Randi Zimmerman @ Randi Z. Therapy Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainview, NY 11803
At The Time is Always Now Therapy Group, Randi Zimmerman, LCSW-R, CEDS-S and her team are ready for you! "What lies before you and what lies behind you are tiny matters compared to what lies within you." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. For those who wish to be the best they can be, to heal and strive and connect, therapy can help you achieve the highest quality of your life. Your unique strengths will be uncovered and cultivated to help you meet the challenges before you. You will be guided and nurtured to achieve and exceed your goals, to take the risks necessary to fulfill your dreams. The time to start is now!
At The Time is Always Now Therapy Group, Randi Zimmerman, LCSW-R, CEDS-S and her team are ready for you! "What lies before you and what lies behind you are tiny matters compared to what lies within you." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. For those who wish to be the best they can be, to heal and strive and connect, therapy can help you achieve the highest quality of your life. Your unique strengths will be uncovered and cultivated to help you meet the challenges before you. You will be guided and nurtured to achieve and exceed your goals, to take the risks necessary to fulfill your dreams. The time to start is now!
(516) 986-4345 View (516) 986-4345
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Stacey Lynn Silver
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Manhasset, NY 11030  (Online Only)
I work collaboratively with my clients to optimize their levels of happiness and minimize their levels of emotional distress. Utilizing cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and behavior therapy (BT), EMDR, and components of DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) in a supportive, validating, non-judgmental environment, I assist my clients in overcoming anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, eating disorders, and personality disorders, among other issues. I also conduct various types of psychological assessments, including forensic psychological evaluations and immigration exemption evaluations.
I work collaboratively with my clients to optimize their levels of happiness and minimize their levels of emotional distress. Utilizing cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and behavior therapy (BT), EMDR, and components of DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) in a supportive, validating, non-judgmental environment, I assist my clients in overcoming anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, eating disorders, and personality disorders, among other issues. I also conduct various types of psychological assessments, including forensic psychological evaluations and immigration exemption evaluations.
(516) 774-5586 View (516) 774-5586
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Kristina Murani
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Westbury, NY 11590  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping others gain self-awareness and learn skills to overcome life's challenges. My approach to therapy is led by the belief that meaningful and long-lasting change is best achieved within a safe and trusting healing space. I strive to create an inviting and nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can safely explore all aspects of yourself and your experiences. My role as a psychologist is to support you in better understanding your concerns, while empowering you to reach your personal goals and live a fulfilling life.
I am passionate about helping others gain self-awareness and learn skills to overcome life's challenges. My approach to therapy is led by the belief that meaningful and long-lasting change is best achieved within a safe and trusting healing space. I strive to create an inviting and nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can safely explore all aspects of yourself and your experiences. My role as a psychologist is to support you in better understanding your concerns, while empowering you to reach your personal goals and live a fulfilling life.
(646) 941-8461 View (646) 941-8461
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Tiffany P Sachmechi
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11024  (Online Only)
Clients who seek my services desire effective and positive change in their lives. In my work with you, I will utilize empathy and warmth to help navigate unexpected challenges that leave you feeling stuck, in a safe nonjudgmental space. Through self-reflection and understanding, we will work to resolve unhealthy thinking and behavior patterns that contribute to poor self-worth, relationship issues, intense conflict and emotional pain. I believe therapy is for everyone to be able to achieve growth, self awareness and healthy, meaningful relationships with your self and others.
Clients who seek my services desire effective and positive change in their lives. In my work with you, I will utilize empathy and warmth to help navigate unexpected challenges that leave you feeling stuck, in a safe nonjudgmental space. Through self-reflection and understanding, we will work to resolve unhealthy thinking and behavior patterns that contribute to poor self-worth, relationship issues, intense conflict and emotional pain. I believe therapy is for everyone to be able to achieve growth, self awareness and healthy, meaningful relationships with your self and others.
(516) 619-2887 View (516) 619-2887
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Stacy L Pellettieri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified Verified
Jericho, NY 11753
Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is your own thoughts. It's remarkable how our thoughts work against us creating anxiety, depression, and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The good news is that having the happiness you want and deserve is actually within your control. Whether it is getting rid of your fear, understanding why you are so sad, dreaming of a healthier relationship, or just trying to figure out what will actually make you happy, I am here to help you learn how to take control of your life.
Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is your own thoughts. It's remarkable how our thoughts work against us creating anxiety, depression, and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The good news is that having the happiness you want and deserve is actually within your control. Whether it is getting rid of your fear, understanding why you are so sad, dreaming of a healthier relationship, or just trying to figure out what will actually make you happy, I am here to help you learn how to take control of your life.
(516) 550-0197 View (516) 550-0197
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Alssaro Counseling Services
Verified Verified
New Rochelle, NY 10801
Welcome To Alssaro Counseling Services! At Alssaro Counseling Services, we provide professional and empathetic therapy to adults, couples, teens, children and families. Our therapists are dedicated to helping individuals and families with various backgrounds to develop and enjoy a harmonious living environment.
Welcome To Alssaro Counseling Services! At Alssaro Counseling Services, we provide professional and empathetic therapy to adults, couples, teens, children and families. Our therapists are dedicated to helping individuals and families with various backgrounds to develop and enjoy a harmonious living environment.
(914) 355-2440 View (914) 355-2440
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Joanna Fava
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Larchmont, NY 10538
Do you struggle with suicidal ideation, self-harm, depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, self-sabotaging behaviors, or unhealthy coping strategies? Are you motivated to build a life worth living that is satisfying and fulfilling? DBT & CBT provide individuals with a plethora of coping strategies to help feel more in control of their emotional and behavioral responses to distress. Skills focus on increasing self-awareness, impulse control, emotion regulation, and interpersonal communication. You've struggled long enough. It's time to build confidence and emotional resilience for a better, healthier you.
Do you struggle with suicidal ideation, self-harm, depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, self-sabotaging behaviors, or unhealthy coping strategies? Are you motivated to build a life worth living that is satisfying and fulfilling? DBT & CBT provide individuals with a plethora of coping strategies to help feel more in control of their emotional and behavioral responses to distress. Skills focus on increasing self-awareness, impulse control, emotion regulation, and interpersonal communication. You've struggled long enough. It's time to build confidence and emotional resilience for a better, healthier you.
(914) 491-5703 View (914) 491-5703

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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.