Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Ventura, CA
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Heidi Allison Dbt Therapist; New Directions Dbt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, DBT
Verified
Verified
VIDEO THERAPY. DBT & CBT Specialist helping individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, difficulty managing emotions, relationship issues,
BPD
& personality disorders and other issues. (GOLD COAST/BEACON/MEDICAL & MEDICARE provider & private pay). We will work together to help you uncover what is bothering you & improve your coping skills. My approach is strength-based; I believe that everyone is capable of improving their lives, reducing suffering & symptoms. We all have answers within us; sometimes we just need someone to guide us in finding our truth/learning coping skills to improve one's emotional/mental well-being.
Dr. Diana Ali
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD,
Borderline
Personality Disorder, chronic illness, professional burnout, or other sources of chronic emotional dysregulation, I believe there is hope for you. If you have tried traditional talk therapy and felt like you didn't make much progress, you may benefit greatly from trauma specific treatment, or from a more practical, skills-based approach to therapy like Dialectical Behavior Therapy that is aimed at helping you to build the life that you want, to move toward your values, and to change the behaviors that may be getting in the way of your goals.
Mario Valvo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
In addition to psychotherapy, I am approved by BBS to provide supervision to those on probation. Statement: Culture plays a large role in shaping our thinking and behavior. Unfortunately, its rigid standards do not prepare us to be adaptive in this diverse, multicultural world. We try to apply old lessons to new challenges, which may lead to frustration and self-doubt. My aim is to take the pressure of societal expectations off you so you feel good about yourself.
Nicole Freeman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
Verified
My experience enables me to offer effective, individualized, psychological care. I treat mood, thought, and personality disorders, while providing an unconcidered and pragmatic landscape for individuals and families who are floundering or stuck in ineffective thought loops. I work with those who have experienced trauma (PTSD and C-PTSD) and are having difficulty moving past experiences that they believe define them. I am uniquely qualified to offer niche services to adolescents and their families who are experiencing discord in these highly unusual and troubling times.
Brenda Mercado, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
Stress is a part of all our lives and manifests in a variety of ways. I provide stress reduction and other counseling modalities for individuals, couples and families. For over 30 years, I have worked in a neurological clinic, medical emergency rooms, hospitals, and psychiatric settings. I have a great deal of confidence working in these settings and in physicians and nurse practitioners. With this experience, I have a lot to offer the people who see me. You are welcome to call for a free consultation.
Allison Goldin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I believe the therapeutic relationship can be used to develop insight into patterns of interaction and connection to self and others. If clients are so inclined, I am happy to use spiritual tools such as astrology and divination tools to dive deep into the psyche. My hope is that I can assist and guide clients to develop internal trust and to live a joyful and autonomous life. I strongly feel that a non-judgmental and authentic stance can help support clients to feel more relaxed and present in their lives and help clients listen to their intuition to make life choices which are aligned with their values.
Andrew Bassuk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Powerful, Effective Therapy - If you are going through a really difficult situation let's get you feeling better quickly. I will help you understand some practical strategies you can use but equally important, I will help you develop powerful skills that will give you greater balance and calm even if you are in a seemingly impossible situation. And, you'll begin to feel results from our very first session. I know it takes courage to make that first call - take the leap and invest in your self and your greater happiness and well-being.
Private Practice
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My goal is to help my clients expand their capacity for trust and intimacy in relationships and improve their overall quality of life. I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, low self esteem, relationship issues and women suffering from prepartum and postpartum depression. I have extensive experience in the treatment of eating disorders and body image issues.
Destiny Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified
Verified
I believe that in order for an individual to truly make progress in therapy, they must have a safe and comfortable space to do so. Finding a therapist who is a good match is as important as the work you do in session. I offer a comfortable environment and a non-judgmental listening ear. Using humor in the healing process is just as important as empathy and understanding. I believe the journey of therapy is to be done as a team. As a therapist, it is my main goal to support and encourage my clients as well as ask thought provoking and insightful questions. I would love to support you on your journey, I know it’s not easy alone.
Hong Jeong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified
Verified
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
Kylie Wolff
MA
We can all benefit from support and help in areas where we may struggle, feel stuck, or just have a desire to grow in one area of life. I help others to heal from childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and work on relationship issues, family drama, and much more. I also help those who would like to learn to better become their authentic self, from setting boundaries with others to creating a healthy self-image. I am an empathic person who is passionate about helping people heal in their own lives.
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Lorena Ferrari
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified
Verified
Have you ever wondered which experiences in your life have the most influence over the way that you feel? I specialize in helping you find these answers through relationships. Your relationship with yourself, partner and family. Together we can tailor a treatment to focus on your strengths and areas of needed support. I utilize a specialized modality called EMDR that can help us gain insight about yourself, your past experiences that have shaped who you are today, and work through the healing process together. My goal is to provide support and a safe place to let your guard down thus enriching your relationships.
Matthew Metcalf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MDiv, LCSW, BICBTCC
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a certified DBT Therapist from The Linehan Board of Certification and a Beck Institute Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certified Clinician who works specifically with adolescents and their families. I work with adolescents who have graduated from RTC/PHP/IOP. I am the Owner of Rincon DBT which is a online comprehensive DBT program for adolescents that has a OP, IOP, and PHP. I have an online class called Parenting with DBT as well as a DBT skills class for adolescents.
Cody Norris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I can help you navigate the process of exploring your identity, your purpose, and your place in a difficult world. You may be struggling with the many transitions that occur during your particular phase of life, especially if you are making sense of bad experiences or broken relationships from childhood. You might feel anxious, depressed, or angry, isolate yourself from others, or argue with family. You are not alone in these experiences.
Ventura Therapy Collective
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome to Ventura Therapy Collective! A collective group of therapists that work with Individuals/Couples/Families, offering holistic care, trauma informed treatment, skills based interventions and unconditional positive regard for your process
Elide Beltram
PhD
In my 40 years of practice in Europe, New York and California, I can quickly identify issues a client brings in and we start working immediately using the many techniques I have developed throughout my researched travels. I connect well with well traveled people because I speak 3 languages.
Victoria Terrill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Victoria Terrill. I have fifteen years of licensed experience working with school aged children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Some of the issues I have worked with include individuals and families impacted by divorce and separation, individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and those experiencing some type of transition in their life.
2 Sides 2 the Coin Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a practice that focuses on young adults, adults, seniors, couples, veterans, and families. I am also a United States Army Combat Veteran, and a father who knows what it is like to put other people's needs before your own. It takes time, exploration, and effort to learn a new way of looking at yourself. It takes time to see what is on the other side of the coin.
Not accepting new clients
Kyra F Riddell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
*I am currently full and not accepting clients at this time*. I use a mind-body integrative approach to help you gain insight into how your mind, emotions, and body all play a part in your health and well-being. By helping you develop bodily awareness and somatic coping tools, I assist you to better navigate and manage difficult emotions, anxiety, depression and overwhelm. This approach combined with mindfully managing negative thoughts and unwanted behaviors, offers a well-balanced treatment of the whole person.
Stella Greenhalgh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, CHT
I love working with people struggeling with inner conflict and people looking for answers. This group includes families, couples, individuals, and teens. I have found people have their own answers; my role is to be a catalyst. My approach is client centered, we will together discover what you need and how to get there. My training includes family systems, brief therapy, and hypnosis and I use an eclectic combination of therapy modalities indicated by your needs and your personality. I am a strong proponent of natural methods of healing. I want you to remember you have the answers because you know best what it is that you want.
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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.