Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Lowndes County, GA
I specialize in treating Mood Disorders (such as Depression and Anxiety), Family and Relationship Issues, trauma, court ordered mental health evaluations, expert witness testimony, Guardian ad litem, co-parenting, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
I enjoy the therapeutic process and helping people to grow, change, develop, and become. I enjoy helping people develop a plan of self care in a safe and nonjudgmental setting. With today's challenges to find time for self care I have recently added two new services to include: Tele-therapy as an option for clients who cannot come into the office for traditional services, and emotional support animal evaluation for those who need documentation of their need for their emotional support pet.
I specialize in treating Mood Disorders (such as Depression and Anxiety), Family and Relationship Issues, trauma, court ordered mental health evaluations, expert witness testimony, Guardian ad litem, co-parenting, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
I enjoy the therapeutic process and helping people to grow, change, develop, and become. I enjoy helping people develop a plan of self care in a safe and nonjudgmental setting. With today's challenges to find time for self care I have recently added two new services to include: Tele-therapy as an option for clients who cannot come into the office for traditional services, and emotional support animal evaluation for those who need documentation of their need for their emotional support pet.
I am eager to work with anyone who needs mental health therapy or addiction counseling. I have more experience working with those individuals who have been abused or suffered a traumatic event. I am certified trauma therapist as well as I am EMDR certified (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing). I enjoy working with individuals who suffer with an addiction as well. My ideal client would be an individual who is ready to address issues of mental health or substance abuse.
I am eager to work with anyone who needs mental health therapy or addiction counseling. I have more experience working with those individuals who have been abused or suffered a traumatic event. I am certified trauma therapist as well as I am EMDR certified (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing). I enjoy working with individuals who suffer with an addiction as well. My ideal client would be an individual who is ready to address issues of mental health or substance abuse.
I have been in practice for a number of years, so my experiences are varied. I work with everyone.....children, adolescents and adults. I am knowlegeable and skillful in the treatment of emotional, behavioral and substance abuse issues. I am fortunate to have practiced with extremely knowledgeable and skillful clinicians as my mentors so my skills go beyond the textbooks. I treat my clients with courtesy and respect; as I expect my friends and family to be treated should they ever need professional assistance. I give 100% in assisting them in resolving their issues. If I can't help them, I'll help them find someone who can.
I have been in practice for a number of years, so my experiences are varied. I work with everyone.....children, adolescents and adults. I am knowlegeable and skillful in the treatment of emotional, behavioral and substance abuse issues. I am fortunate to have practiced with extremely knowledgeable and skillful clinicians as my mentors so my skills go beyond the textbooks. I treat my clients with courtesy and respect; as I expect my friends and family to be treated should they ever need professional assistance. I give 100% in assisting them in resolving their issues. If I can't help them, I'll help them find someone who can.
I seek to establish a mutual understanding of the issue through metaphor and collaboration with my clients. Providing an unbiased view of the problem formation and explore its solution via the client’s own understanding. I wish to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to assist in building on your strengths and better cooperate with you towards meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you value and desire.
I seek to establish a mutual understanding of the issue through metaphor and collaboration with my clients. Providing an unbiased view of the problem formation and explore its solution via the client’s own understanding. I wish to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to assist in building on your strengths and better cooperate with you towards meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you value and desire.
For 20 years, I have specialized in PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, psychosis and addiction…basically anything related to trauma. I have treated men, women and children who have experienced trauma and struggled to cope effectively. I have helped people with issues they are experiencing in their relationships and assisted with grief and loss and breakups. If someone is struggling to cope without using some sort of substance, prescribed or not, I am willing and able to assist them with finding their way to acceptance and peace. I also work with athletes to help them achieve theIr highest potential.
For 20 years, I have specialized in PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, psychosis and addiction…basically anything related to trauma. I have treated men, women and children who have experienced trauma and struggled to cope effectively. I have helped people with issues they are experiencing in their relationships and assisted with grief and loss and breakups. If someone is struggling to cope without using some sort of substance, prescribed or not, I am willing and able to assist them with finding their way to acceptance and peace. I also work with athletes to help them achieve theIr highest potential.
Cassie Avellaneda is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC. Cassie’s professional career began in the public education system. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Warner University. She taught in the public-school system for several years. Cassie then received her Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Webster University. Cassie has been a fully licensed clinician for almost 10 years in the state of Florida. In relocating to Georgia, she is now dually licensed in both Florida and Georgia.
Cassie Avellaneda is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC. Cassie’s professional career began in the public education system. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Warner University. She taught in the public-school system for several years. Cassie then received her Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Webster University. Cassie has been a fully licensed clinician for almost 10 years in the state of Florida. In relocating to Georgia, she is now dually licensed in both Florida and Georgia.
My areas of specialty are Trauma, Empowerment, Substance Abuse, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I graduated from Lehigh University with a Bachelor of Arts with a double major in Social Psychology and Social Relations while at the same time obtaining an undergraduate Certification in Social Work from Moravian College. In 2007, I returned to school and, in 2009, received a Master of Science in Marriage and Family from Valdosta State University. I have been a therapist for more than 15 years.
My areas of specialty are Trauma, Empowerment, Substance Abuse, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I graduated from Lehigh University with a Bachelor of Arts with a double major in Social Psychology and Social Relations while at the same time obtaining an undergraduate Certification in Social Work from Moravian College. In 2007, I returned to school and, in 2009, received a Master of Science in Marriage and Family from Valdosta State University. I have been a therapist for more than 15 years.
With over 38 years of experience in the field of mental health, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals of all ages and backgrounds navigate life’s challenges and achieve emotional well-being. My passion lies in providing compassionate, evidence-based support to those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, and other mental health concerns. Through a person-centered approach, I empower individuals by helping them build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and foster personal growth. My goal is that clients leave each session feeing heard, validated, and empowered.
With over 38 years of experience in the field of mental health, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals of all ages and backgrounds navigate life’s challenges and achieve emotional well-being. My passion lies in providing compassionate, evidence-based support to those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, and other mental health concerns. Through a person-centered approach, I empower individuals by helping them build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and foster personal growth. My goal is that clients leave each session feeing heard, validated, and empowered.
Justin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and has been actively working in the Valdosta community for over five years. Justin is experienced in working with individuals, couples and families, helping them navigate many of life's obstacles, from individual needs to helping the entire family. While Justin works with all family structures, his primary specialty is helping families reach their teenager as they prepare to enter adulthood. Whether you or your family is in need of change, needs help adjusting to the ups and downs of life, or if it is time to begin unpacking those experiences from long ago.
Justin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and has been actively working in the Valdosta community for over five years. Justin is experienced in working with individuals, couples and families, helping them navigate many of life's obstacles, from individual needs to helping the entire family. While Justin works with all family structures, his primary specialty is helping families reach their teenager as they prepare to enter adulthood. Whether you or your family is in need of change, needs help adjusting to the ups and downs of life, or if it is time to begin unpacking those experiences from long ago.
My name is Natalia Dankwa, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker. As a dedicated therapist with four years of experience. My approach integrates these evidence-based methods to create a comprehensive and personalized therapeutic experience. In my practice, I focus on empowering individuals by leveraging their unique strengths and fostering resilience. DBT and CBT offer structured frameworks for addressing a range of mental health challenges, while my strength-based perspective ensures that therapy is not just about addressing difficulties but also about recognizing and building on existing capabilities.
My name is Natalia Dankwa, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker. As a dedicated therapist with four years of experience. My approach integrates these evidence-based methods to create a comprehensive and personalized therapeutic experience. In my practice, I focus on empowering individuals by leveraging their unique strengths and fostering resilience. DBT and CBT offer structured frameworks for addressing a range of mental health challenges, while my strength-based perspective ensures that therapy is not just about addressing difficulties but also about recognizing and building on existing capabilities.
I have been a licensed therapist for over 22years. I enjoy being able to help my clients on an individual, relational and family basis. Deciding to come to therapy can be a difficult and personal choice. My job is to help one define what is best suited for one's needs and life changes. Navigation of life circumstances can be challenging and finding your strengths and assets to guide you helps in coping.
I have been a licensed therapist for over 22years. I enjoy being able to help my clients on an individual, relational and family basis. Deciding to come to therapy can be a difficult and personal choice. My job is to help one define what is best suited for one's needs and life changes. Navigation of life circumstances can be challenging and finding your strengths and assets to guide you helps in coping.
The Better Mood Clinic of South Georgia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Valdosta, GA 31602
Are you juggling the world while carrying a heavy heart? When you're busy showing up for everyone else, your own healing often gets pushed to the side. If you feel emotionally drained and longing for a release, please hear this: Your struggle is valid, and you’ve carried this long enough. Let us help you set the weight down and rediscover your peace.
Are you juggling the world while carrying a heavy heart? When you're busy showing up for everyone else, your own healing often gets pushed to the side. If you feel emotionally drained and longing for a release, please hear this: Your struggle is valid, and you’ve carried this long enough. Let us help you set the weight down and rediscover your peace.
Are you feeling trapped in cycles of addiction, or struggling with relationships that feel impossible to repair? Does unresolved trauma weigh heavily on you, or do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety, mood swings, sleepless nights, or constant emotional turbulence? Maybe you carry deep feelings of shame or guilt, or feel disconnected from who you are. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain about the future, or questioning whether things will ever get better, know this: you don’t have to face any of it alone. Healing is possible, and support is here when you’re ready.
Are you feeling trapped in cycles of addiction, or struggling with relationships that feel impossible to repair? Does unresolved trauma weigh heavily on you, or do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety, mood swings, sleepless nights, or constant emotional turbulence? Maybe you carry deep feelings of shame or guilt, or feel disconnected from who you are. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain about the future, or questioning whether things will ever get better, know this: you don’t have to face any of it alone. Healing is possible, and support is here when you’re ready.
I’ve spent over 30 years helping people of all ages work through life’s challenges—whether it’s anxiety, grief, family struggles, or past trauma. Lately, I’ve become especially passionate about supporting those in high stress, helping professionals who carry a lot of emotional weight from their work. My goal is to offer a safe, down-to-earth space where clients feel understood, supported, and ready to move forward. My approach to therapy is grounded, flexible, and deeply client-centered.
I’ve spent over 30 years helping people of all ages work through life’s challenges—whether it’s anxiety, grief, family struggles, or past trauma. Lately, I’ve become especially passionate about supporting those in high stress, helping professionals who carry a lot of emotional weight from their work. My goal is to offer a safe, down-to-earth space where clients feel understood, supported, and ready to move forward. My approach to therapy is grounded, flexible, and deeply client-centered.
Doug Morgan, LCSW, is a compassionate and experienced therapist who has been supporting individuals, families, and adolescents in their mental health journeys since 2016. Doug earned his Master’s in Social Work from Western Carolina University and has dedicated his career to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for his clients to explore their challenges and work toward meaningful growth.
Doug Morgan, LCSW, is a compassionate and experienced therapist who has been supporting individuals, families, and adolescents in their mental health journeys since 2016. Doug earned his Master’s in Social Work from Western Carolina University and has dedicated his career to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for his clients to explore their challenges and work toward meaningful growth.
Hi there, my name is Robert (Bob)Willis. I am a licensed LPC. My approach to therapy is client centered with an emphasis on Biblical teaching. It is my belief that everything a therapist needs to counsel as well as the needs of the client is found in Scripture both Old and New Testaments. After 40+ years in Pastoral Ministry I am convinced the Bible has the answers to all of man's delimas.
Hi there, my name is Robert (Bob)Willis. I am a licensed LPC. My approach to therapy is client centered with an emphasis on Biblical teaching. It is my belief that everything a therapist needs to counsel as well as the needs of the client is found in Scripture both Old and New Testaments. After 40+ years in Pastoral Ministry I am convinced the Bible has the answers to all of man's delimas.
Sometimes, we find ourselves in life struggling with what we should do next and how to accomplish this. Often times, we can find ourselves in a dark place in which there seems to be no light at the end, possibly no hope of ever seeing light again. Some struggle with addiction, loss, and depression and are afraid to seek out help to manage the disease of addiction as well as loss. Often, we are afraid to reach out for help because we do not want to be embarrassed or judged by others. In the end, you want to be able to see the light and live a life free of the difficulty that you may have.
Sometimes, we find ourselves in life struggling with what we should do next and how to accomplish this. Often times, we can find ourselves in a dark place in which there seems to be no light at the end, possibly no hope of ever seeing light again. Some struggle with addiction, loss, and depression and are afraid to seek out help to manage the disease of addiction as well as loss. Often, we are afraid to reach out for help because we do not want to be embarrassed or judged by others. In the end, you want to be able to see the light and live a life free of the difficulty that you may have.
Welcome to Georgia Outreach, a premiere multi-specialty mental health clinic serving all of Georgia. Making the decision to start therapy stems from your hope for a better tomorrow. Our philosophy is to help each individual, couple, or family maximize their strengths in a non-judgmental, relaxed, compassionate, and safe environment. If you are ready to start your journey to a better, more fulfilling life, we’re ready to guide and support you on your way.
Welcome to Georgia Outreach, a premiere multi-specialty mental health clinic serving all of Georgia. Making the decision to start therapy stems from your hope for a better tomorrow. Our philosophy is to help each individual, couple, or family maximize their strengths in a non-judgmental, relaxed, compassionate, and safe environment. If you are ready to start your journey to a better, more fulfilling life, we’re ready to guide and support you on your way.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience across diverse clinical settings, I’m passionate about supporting fellow social workers as they grow into confident, competent, and ethically grounded clinicians. I offer supervision that honors both professional excellence and the integration of Christian faith into clinical practice.
I offer individual supervision for Masters level social workers (MSW), seeking Georgia Clinical Social Work Licensure, and those seeking to deepen their skills in areas such as trauma-informed care, clinical assessment, therapeutic boundaries, and culturally responsive practice.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience across diverse clinical settings, I’m passionate about supporting fellow social workers as they grow into confident, competent, and ethically grounded clinicians. I offer supervision that honors both professional excellence and the integration of Christian faith into clinical practice.
I offer individual supervision for Masters level social workers (MSW), seeking Georgia Clinical Social Work Licensure, and those seeking to deepen their skills in areas such as trauma-informed care, clinical assessment, therapeutic boundaries, and culturally responsive practice.
Thank you for stopping by! My name is Wendy Turney and I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Georgia. I have worked with individuals from coast to coast, from the city to the country, and everywhere in between. I have been providing telehealth services since 2015 helping individuals navigate many different types of challenges impacting mental wellness. In my practice history, I have worked with individuals, couples, and families, however, my preference is working one-on-one with an individual.
Thank you for stopping by! My name is Wendy Turney and I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Georgia. I have worked with individuals from coast to coast, from the city to the country, and everywhere in between. I have been providing telehealth services since 2015 helping individuals navigate many different types of challenges impacting mental wellness. In my practice history, I have worked with individuals, couples, and families, however, my preference is working one-on-one with an individual.
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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.