Personality Disorders Therapists in Atlanta, GA
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Stefanie Speanburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, FABP
Verified
Verified
Should you contact me, you will find that I am an attentive, genuinely concerned, boundaried, and professional therapist with advanced training in the treatment of trauma related distress;
personality disorders
; inhibitions and self defeat in work, love, and creativity; and compulsions in the substance use, sexual behavior, and work performance.
Feeling down? Anxious? Exhausted?
Doubting your self and your ability to make important changes in your life? Despite your best intentions, are you always getting in your own way?
Maybe you take much better care of others than yourself.
Perhaps "you have it all", but still feel empty or bored? Are your thoughts dominated by self criticisms, fear, and troublesome memories?
Perhaps, you have read self help books and have tried trendy quick-fixes. Why continue to go at it alone?
Therapy can help you recognize the patterns of relating to your self and others that contribute to your ongoing distress.
Shannon Sarkar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
I specialize in working with young adults and adults, and I have experience working with complex trauma, sexual abuse/assault,
personality disorders
, eating disorders, body image issues, spiritual/religious abuse, dissociative identity disorders, and co-dependency.
Trauma has an undeniable effect on people’s lives that can shape core beliefs about self, relationships, and feeling safe in the world. Seeking out therapy is truly an act of bravery and trust, and I take that trust very seriously. Whatever you have been through, I cultivate a space where you can feel safe with vulnerability. My goal is to help you find the awareness, healing, and resiliency that we all need and deserve.
Bud & Blossom Therapeutics, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAMS II, CFMHE, CCTP, cMHIMP
Verified
Verified
Jayne' Green is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a private practice based in Sandy Springs, GA. She works with couples, individuals, and business leaders with a focus on leadership development, attachment styles, and
personality disorders
. Many of her clients have found great success in their careers, but struggle to feel connected in their relationships or at peace in their daily lives. Jayne' is particularly sensitive to clients struggling in leadership roles and those facing the after-effects of unresolved trauma on their relationships.
Waitlist for new clients
Jennifer A Riapos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Jennifer has a passion for and specializes in working with LGBTQ+ youth, addiction issues, trauma, & families in crisis; a wealth of experience working with clients with bipolar, anxiety, depression,
personality disorders
, anger and relationship issues.
Jennifer earned her Master's degree in Social Work at Kennesaw State University graduating cum laude. She is currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a member of the National Association of Social Workers. A New Jersey native, Jennifer relocated to Cobb County in 2005 as a single parent raising two children. She is active in the community and her church. Jennifer has extensive experience working with varied populations: working with a pregnancy resource center; inpatient adolescents; individuals/families in the community; as well as substance abuse/mental health IOP/PHP treatment settings.
Sherry S Mchenry
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed psychologist and a licensed marriage and family therapist. My approach is a humanistic, psychodynamic, and systemic one. My primary focus is helping individuals, couples, and families address those difficult issues in their lives which have been chronic and resistant to change. I also specialize in the treatment of
personality disorders
.
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Geoff Goodman
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, CST, CSAT-S, RPT-S
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Areas of expertise with adults include depression, anxiety,
personality disorders
such as borderline personality disorder, sex addiction, and partner betrayal trauma.
For me, psychotherapy is offering patience, understanding, insight, acceptance, compassion, relationship, and a secure base to persons suffering from burdens too heavy to carry alone. I compare myself to a container into which my patients pour their unbearable feelings. My task is to detoxify these feelings and make them easier to understand and tolerate. I help my patients to use healthy relationships with others to meet their emotional needs and the emotional needs of others. To establish and maintain healthy relationships, we work in session on understanding our own and others’ mental states (wishes, feelings, intentions) and how these are connected to how we behave toward each other. Relationships tend to work better when we are able to understand our own and others’ minds and how our minds influence how we behave toward each other.
Meade Fields
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Although eating disorders are my primary area of expertise, have extensive experience and interest addressing such issues as anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, family of origin issues, and
personality disorders
.
Working from a person-centered perspective, I believe that the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important components for change. I offer an empathic space to explore your goals toward recovery. I use a variety of theoretical approaches, including CBT, existential, and interpersonal therapies. Specializing in eating disorders, I begin the therapeutic relationship by meeting clients where they are in the recovery process. I understand that the development of an eating disorder is complex, and that there is no "one size fits all" approach to treatment. I can help you learn positive coping skills and address body image, identity, and self-esteem issues.
Janice Duncan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
My areas of specialty are mood disorders, behavioral issues and various
personality disorders
.
Sometimes in order to heal you need someone to listen to you. I provide individual and family therapy to adults, couples, and teenagers with various mental health disorders. I am well versed in several counseling techniques and have a compassionate and approachable demeanor. My counseling skills are above par, and as we work together, we will explore and process your needs and develop the best treatment plan. It is important for individuals to disclose information at their own pace. Working together will ensure that you complete your treatment goals successfully.
Talk it Out
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified
Verified
We specialize in numerous mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders, trauma, grief, LGBTQIAA issues,
personality disorders
, bipolar disorder, life transitions, among others.
Hello and welcome to Talk it Out! We are a family friendly group practice located near Truist Park (formally SunTrust Park) with easy access off of 285 and 75. We specialize in a wide array of mental health concerns. One of our knowledgeable and compassionate clinicians will work with you to meet your specific goals in therapy. Our clinicians utilize various treatment modalities and vary in terms of gender and age so you can feel confident that you will be matched with a clinician that you will feel comfortable and safe with.
Best Within You Therapy & Wellness
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We are licensed psychologists that specialize in: eating disorders, body image, relationships, women's health, insomnia, health psychology, sports psychology, perfectionism,
personality disorders
, and trauma.
We are a boutique psychology practice focused on your wellness. We offer in person appointments in Buckhead or secure video sessions.
Charity Hochberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAMS-II
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
To do so I specialize in depression, anxiety and anxiety related disorders,
personality disorders
, mood dysregulation, anger management, family conflict, divorce, behavioral difficulties, school performance issues and social skills, including peer conflict, and bullying.
It can be difficult to navigate life stressors with the everyday bustle of life. Sometimes those stressors grow and become larger problems that seem unmanageable, overwhelming, and you may want to give up. Working with you through these crises and getting life back on track is exactly what I would like to do for those who need it most. Living your life worth living is my goal and getting you to that goal is the center of a therapeutic relationship with me.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, RPT, CPT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
As a Multi-Lingual Mental Health Counselor, I've had the opportunity of working with English, Spanish, and Portuguese speaking populations. I had received extensive Play Therapy training and I am a Registered Play Therapist. I specialize in working with Major Depressive Disorder, Trauma,
Personality Disorders
, ADHD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Family, and Group relationships. I firmly believe that people can heal through the power of the therapeutic alliance between the client and the therapist, while implementing new skills that will improve their situations. "The therapist's role is like a mirror where the soul can be explored"
James Parker Griffin Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAMS II
Verified
Verified
I ESPECIALLY WORK WITH SURVIVORS OF
NARCISSISTIC
ABUSE.
I work with different income levels and cultural backgrounds. I help them learn skills to change their lives for the better. I have decades of experience--cradle to grave. My cognitive-behavioral approach is to serve WITHOUT JUDGMENT or assuming how clients are without getting to know them one-to-one. All client information is confidential except as required by law: danger to self or others such as child or elder abuse. Fortunately, this is rare. CLERGY ENCOURAGED TO INQUIRE! ASK FOR DR. GRIFFIN!: THE VERY BEST WAY TO SCHEDULE IS BY EMAIL ACCORDING TO THE INTAKE SPECIALIST. GIVE TIME AND DATE AT: psychiatric.consult@aol.com
Amy Eisenman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CPCS
Verified
Verified
I work with adults and older adolescents with anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, disordered eating, and
personality disorders
.
If life demonstrates anything, it's that change is truly our only constant. Yet, dealing with the change and managing the multitude of things which are thrown at us can seem completely impossible and unmanageable. It is possible, it is manageable, and sometimes we need some extra support to figure it out and truly heal.
Not accepting new clients
Mary Swims
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with ages 13 and up that have a history of addiction, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, grief, stress,
personality disorders
, and/or family issues.
Many people (13+) I work with are typically experiencing worry, anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, identity issues, relationship issues, addiction, low self-esteem, boundary concerns, and family discord. I offer kind and compassionate care while working together to encourage, support, and guide towards healthier solutions. Finding healthy ways to cope, regulate emotions, and communicate more effectively, are ways to find balance and peace within the world you live. We can work on this together, I would be honored to help in any way I can.
Darla N. Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CADCII, SAP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
It is vital to provide integrated treatment for mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, grief/loss,
personality disorders
, drug and alcohol and similar conditions. Located in the heart of Warner Robins, Georgia. I provide safety and privacy for patients seeking healing and recovery. I am specially trained to address the complex needs of individuals with co-occurring disorders and to treat the whole person in a comprehensive way. I have specialized training in the services being treated.
Pam McGhee Gibbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Personal growth begins when one is willing to take the first step. I partner with clients experiencing stress in relationships due to codependency, boundary issues,
narcissistic
abuse and manipulation. I also work with clients in recovery from substance abuse and clients struggling to manage anger, anxiety, depression, work stress and life transitions. I meet clients where they are on their journeys and partner with them to solve their problems and move forward. I use a relational style, CBT, DBT, spirituality and other therapeutic approaches to empower individuals to realize their greatest potential to overcome difficulties.
Tina Wehner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MTSC, LCMHCS, CSAT-S, CHFP
Verified
10 Endorsed
Verified
10 Endorsed
I am President and Executive Director of Hope & Freedom Counseling Services in Charlotte, North Carolina. My professional expertise and extensive training includes treating compulsive behaviors and addictions (substance and process addictions – including sex/love/romance, food, finances (gambling/shopping), and work related addictions; all aspects of sexuality; trauma (including PTSD); abuse survivors; anxiety disorders; eating disorders; codependency; family issues; life transitions; mood disorders; and individuals and their loved ones who are affected by addictions and/or
personality disorders
.
Fitly Framed Holistic Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CIMHP
Verified
Verified
Fitly Framed desires to provide you with the best level of care from a mind-body-soul-spirit (Holistic) approach. Fitly Framed specializes in treating trauma, Cluster "B"
personality disorders
, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, stress, and spiritual needs through Wellness Practices (e.g. Complementary and Alternative Medicine, CAM and lifestyle medicine) to assist with your healing journey. We ensure to use neuro-informed therapeutic approaches. While engaged in the therapeutic relationship, you will be provided a safe environment to tell your story without judgement. You will be met with compassion and authenticity in each session.
Phyllis Williams
Counselor, MSEd, MHC-LP, APC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in anxiety, depression,
personality disorders
, self-esteem issues, eating disorders, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, grief, trauma, post-natal trauma, familial conflict.
I am an Associate Professional Counselor licensed in the state of GA & NY. I am also the owner of Tuyee Holistic Services LLC. My goal is to provide psycho education on mental illness and wellness and to reduce the mental health stigma in our society. Long term or short term, we will work together as a team in your therapeutic journey of self reflection & processing, in order to fully develop the skills that you learn in our sessions to apply in your daily interaction with others and personal development. The work begins when you leave my office and I aim to help you achieve that independence and overall mental health stability.
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Personality Disorders Therapists
What are the common treatment options for personality disorders?
Personality disorders are typically treated with psychotherapy, sometimes in conjunction with medication. Therapy can help people with personality disorders develop skills to tolerate difficult emotions, navigate interpersonal relationships, and solidify their sense of self. Medications can treat symptoms that co-occur with the disorder, such as depression, anger, aggression, and impulsivity.
When to seek treatment for personality disorders?
Even though treatment for personality disorders can be an uphill battle, it’s best to seek help if you suspect that you or a loved one is struggling with one, because personality disorders can create substantial problems in life. Symptoms depend on the specific disorder, but overall signs of personality disorders include consistent difficulty maintaining close relationships, dramatic variations in self-esteem, and an unstable sense of identity.
How long does therapy take for personality disorders?
The timeline for treating personality disorders isn’t as clear-cut as it is for other disorders. Change can be difficult, taking from around one year to five, 10, or more. The key is finding a therapist who has extensive experience treating the relevant disorder. For example, a psychologist who specializes in narcissistic personality disorder has specific communication strategies that allow them to sustain the relationship and be more effective with narcissistic patients.
Can therapy help people with personality disorders?
Research suggests that for those who are motivated to address concerns or interpersonal conflict related to a personality disorder, therapy is far more effective than no treatment, and that most people in therapy see improvements. However, since personality disorders involve entrenched elements of identity, they are less responsive to treatment than are other mental health conditions. Finding an expert who has extensive experience working with a given personality disorder is one factor that increases the likelihood of successful treatment.