Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Oakland Park, FL

Greetings! If you struggle with addictions, mood disorders, family, relationship or other personal challenges, have a history of trauma, feel stuck, disconnected, dis-spirited, I invite you to talk with me. If you are artistic, my Right Brain approach can ignite your inner spark. Whether traditional talk therapy or other creative interventions are used, over 25 years of clinical experience and my down-to-earth style will help in your personal growth.

LISA COVENTRY, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., C.S.T. is an exceptionally open-minded and nonjudgmental Licensed Psychotherapist committed to providing a confidential and safe place for ALL clients to discuss their concerns. She frequently works with family and relationship problems, mood difficulties (worrying, persistent sadness, depression,) obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors (OCD,) and addictions. As a Clinical Sex Therapist, she also provides treatment for sexual problems of all types (including low interest, difficulties in functioning, and internet pornography/sex addiction.) Please visit www.CoventryTherapy.com for additional information about the services provided.

You may be at a point where you are feeling depressed because you feel alone and misunderstood. Changes in your life are overwhelming. Life and relationships are difficult to manage. You may be thinking that you “should” be stronger and not let things bother you so why do they? Your marriage has a lot of challenges and you and your spouse do not see eye to eye. You are an LGBTQ identified person and are feeling stuck. You are encountering roadblocks in your personal life and relationships. You want so much in life, but nothing seems to come together for you.

Our journey through life has no straight lines. It is overflowing with unpredictable twists and turns. Over time, we develop chronic and automatic responses that sap our vitality and rob us of the ability to experience the positive feelings of love, joy, and pleasure. As a result, people enter therapy wanting to change something about themselves, their circumstances or their relationships. Every person, above all else, wants to give and receive love. The client is the single, most potent contributor to successful therapeutic outcome. I, therefore, tailor treatment to the needs of each individual via office or Telehealth sessions.

I feel that my clients can reach their potential. I am very open minded, empathetic and conscientious in working together with clients who I will go to great lengths for, to help them reach their potential. I work with clients to resolve issues that cause them to feel depressed and anxious. This could include self esteem or relationships issues such codependence, boundary or communication. Clint's discomfort could also emanate from addictions which either be related to substances or behaviors. I also help my clients to resolve past traumas, which could include sexual, physical or emotional abuse which are still affecting their lives today.

Is life creating challenges? Could use a little help getting through the many choices confronting you? Maybe you just need someone to talk to about work, personal relationships, family, or just finding your personal Zen! You are not alone! Seeking therapy is the first step in getting unstuck from a problem – the first step in getting relief quickly. Finding someone who listens is one of the best ways to find calm. I want all of my clients to feel understood, to know that I can relate to you, and be reassured that I have a good sense of what you are going through. I will help you find answers as you progress in therapy.

My clinical focuses are psychological and psychoeducational assessment in school and clinical settings for intellectual disabilities, gifted status, learning disabilities, ADHD, emotional and personality disturbances, and adaptive functioning deficits. I provide individual, family, and couples therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and adults suffering from anxiety, depression, divorce, grief, sexual confusion, social skills deficits, behavior/school problems, and trauma.

I am a licensed psychologist here to help you find meaning and create change so you can lead the life you want to live. I have had the privilege of helping people that are scared, sad, frustrated, stuck, lonely, confused, or fed-up. My approach to psychotherapy involves collaboration, honesty, and a strong therapeutic relationship. As a practitioner informed by science, I value evidence-based techniques. I also value flexibility; not everyone thinks or works the same way.

I believe the direction of therapy should be guided by the client. I use a strength-based approach in therapy, working with strengths clients already have in an attempt to create changes desired by clients in their lives. Simply put, CBT works to rewrite the messages you tell yourself about you and your life. This can help make sense of your life and will build resiliency and bring peace.

If you are visiting this website, you are probably in search of help from a concerned, empathic listener. You are undoubtedly concerned about your potential psychotherapist's training, expertise, and experience. In addition, you want to feel that a therapist can understand you and be helpful in your particular situation. After thirty-two years in practice, I have become a seasoned and skilled therapist, having developed expertise in the treatment of mood disorders (e.g., depression, bipolar disorder), adjustment and anxiety disorders, couples' and communication problems, and personality issues.