Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Indianapolis, IN
For some, the thought of beginning therapy can be overwhelming and intimidating, and my goal as a therapist is to prioritize my clients’ welfare and adapt my counseling strategies to meet individuals where they are. As a person-centered therapist, I will offer support and guidance throughout the therapy process and help my clients develop hope and strategies to build a life worth living. My strengths-based approach of counseling allows me to build a safe, strong therapeutic alliance with my clients where we can work together to explore emotions, thoughts, and behaviors and make shifts that will enhance their lives.
For some, the thought of beginning therapy can be overwhelming and intimidating, and my goal as a therapist is to prioritize my clients’ welfare and adapt my counseling strategies to meet individuals where they are. As a person-centered therapist, I will offer support and guidance throughout the therapy process and help my clients develop hope and strategies to build a life worth living. My strengths-based approach of counseling allows me to build a safe, strong therapeutic alliance with my clients where we can work together to explore emotions, thoughts, and behaviors and make shifts that will enhance their lives.
My ideal client is anyone who genuinely wants help and genuinely wants to make a change. Their issues are immaterial.
My ideal client is anyone who genuinely wants help and genuinely wants to make a change. Their issues are immaterial.
I have experience working with addictions, trauma, dissociation, borderline personality disorder, and mood disorders.
I have a Master of Social Work degree from University of Denver and am a LCSW and LCAC. I have been trained in EMDR and Schema therapy, which along with Motivational interviewing are my primary approaches to therapy. I like schema therapy because it has a strong cognitive behavioral component but uses experiential strategies as well.
I have experience working with addictions, trauma, dissociation, borderline personality disorder, and mood disorders.
I have a Master of Social Work degree from University of Denver and am a LCSW and LCAC. I have been trained in EMDR and Schema therapy, which along with Motivational interviewing are my primary approaches to therapy. I like schema therapy because it has a strong cognitive behavioral component but uses experiential strategies as well.
The secret is out, but it's not too late to manage the exposure. A compulsive fixation with love and sex, kept private for years, may have become impossible to hide. A partner discovered the late-night affairs and weekend lovers. HR has begun questioning escort charges that quietly appeared on the company card and missed meetings for hookups. The one person who occupied every waking thought and fantasy has found out, and rejected them, publicly, without hesitation. What was private is now known, with no way to pick up the pieces. Clients arrive here mid-panic, unable to hold it together alone, and that is when Alafiora comes in.
The secret is out, but it's not too late to manage the exposure. A compulsive fixation with love and sex, kept private for years, may have become impossible to hide. A partner discovered the late-night affairs and weekend lovers. HR has begun questioning escort charges that quietly appeared on the company card and missed meetings for hookups. The one person who occupied every waking thought and fantasy has found out, and rejected them, publicly, without hesitation. What was private is now known, with no way to pick up the pieces. Clients arrive here mid-panic, unable to hold it together alone, and that is when Alafiora comes in.
She meets primarily with teens and young adults who are experiencing symptoms of Autism, ADHD, Borderline Personality, and Trauma/PTSD.
Grace utilizes a blend of dialectical behavior and cognitive behavior therapy techniques. She incorporates Christian beliefs into her approach if clients desire. Her clients have said that she is easy to talk to and someone that holds them accountable to meeting their goals and gives them gentle pushes when needed.
She meets primarily with teens and young adults who are experiencing symptoms of Autism, ADHD, Borderline Personality, and Trauma/PTSD.
Grace utilizes a blend of dialectical behavior and cognitive behavior therapy techniques. She incorporates Christian beliefs into her approach if clients desire. Her clients have said that she is easy to talk to and someone that holds them accountable to meeting their goals and gives them gentle pushes when needed.
Life's challenges bring us to our knees. A Clinical Counselor helps. 36+ years of work with courts, hospitals & schools helps. "Been there, … I get it". In my early 20’s, while working F/T at UC, I learned Clinical Counseling (diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders) while completing my Doctorate in my 20’s at UD. Clinically trained by UC (adults) and CCHMC (ages 0-18). Specially trained in Trauma, DBT, EMDR and law. Supreme Court of Ohio approved PC, GAL and Mediator (starting in ‘89 with Airing Institute - Beech Acres, Co-led Divorce Mediation). Collaborative Law FRS. ADHD Assessment & Accommodations Plans.
Life's challenges bring us to our knees. A Clinical Counselor helps. 36+ years of work with courts, hospitals & schools helps. "Been there, … I get it". In my early 20’s, while working F/T at UC, I learned Clinical Counseling (diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders) while completing my Doctorate in my 20’s at UD. Clinically trained by UC (adults) and CCHMC (ages 0-18). Specially trained in Trauma, DBT, EMDR and law. Supreme Court of Ohio approved PC, GAL and Mediator (starting in ‘89 with Airing Institute - Beech Acres, Co-led Divorce Mediation). Collaborative Law FRS. ADHD Assessment & Accommodations Plans.
K. Brynolf Lyon
Counselor, PhD, CGP, NCC, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46240
Waitlist for new clients
I serve clients who struggle with long term emotional distress or who have crisis issues in their lives. Clients motivated to understand the conscious and unconscious forces and meanings that shape their experience and their relationships are specially suited to the work I do. I work from the perspective of intersubjective psychoanalytic theory and object relations theory. I am an Accredited Practitioner in Mentalization Based Psychotherapy with Personality Disorders through the British Psychoanalytic Council.
I serve clients who struggle with long term emotional distress or who have crisis issues in their lives. Clients motivated to understand the conscious and unconscious forces and meanings that shape their experience and their relationships are specially suited to the work I do. I work from the perspective of intersubjective psychoanalytic theory and object relations theory. I am an Accredited Practitioner in Mentalization Based Psychotherapy with Personality Disorders through the British Psychoanalytic Council.
Hello! I'm Susan Pittman, "Sue" LCSW and I'm looking forward to working with you! Empowering people to make meaningful change in their lives has always been my passion. I offer a wide range of clinical skills developed over the past 30 years in the social services field working with adults, and seniors. I have 8 years practicing as a licensed clinical therapist. While I enjoy using a variety of therapy models and approaches, I find that first and foremost people simply need someone to listen, and help them alleviate their emotional distress. Thank you for your willingness to face your personal life challenges, and asking for help.
Hello! I'm Susan Pittman, "Sue" LCSW and I'm looking forward to working with you! Empowering people to make meaningful change in their lives has always been my passion. I offer a wide range of clinical skills developed over the past 30 years in the social services field working with adults, and seniors. I have 8 years practicing as a licensed clinical therapist. While I enjoy using a variety of therapy models and approaches, I find that first and foremost people simply need someone to listen, and help them alleviate their emotional distress. Thank you for your willingness to face your personal life challenges, and asking for help.
Areas of focus: trauma, borderline personality disorder/traits, depression, self-esteem, anxiety, self-harming, building & setting boundaries in relationships, identity exploration, and adjustment to life changes.
I aim to provide an authentic, casual, & conversational experience to assist you in your journey for mental wellness. I value the whole body, whole health approach to therapy. I practice most from a DBT-informed, Person Center, & Intersectional Feminist perspective. I use a secular & eclectic therapeutic approach of evidence-based practices that best fits.
Areas of focus: trauma, borderline personality disorder/traits, depression, self-esteem, anxiety, self-harming, building & setting boundaries in relationships, identity exploration, and adjustment to life changes.
I aim to provide an authentic, casual, & conversational experience to assist you in your journey for mental wellness. I value the whole body, whole health approach to therapy. I practice most from a DBT-informed, Person Center, & Intersectional Feminist perspective. I use a secular & eclectic therapeutic approach of evidence-based practices that best fits.
Welcome! I'm passionate about creating a haven where individuals and families feel comfortable sharing their stories, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment. With empathy and compassion, I'll work alongside you to uncover solutions to life's challenges using proven, evidence- based strategies. Together, let's explore your unique journey, foster growth, and nurture meaningful relationships. My approach is built on collaboration, understanding, and empowerment. I'm committed to helping you unlock your full potential and live a more authentic, fulfilling life.
Welcome! I'm passionate about creating a haven where individuals and families feel comfortable sharing their stories, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment. With empathy and compassion, I'll work alongside you to uncover solutions to life's challenges using proven, evidence- based strategies. Together, let's explore your unique journey, foster growth, and nurture meaningful relationships. My approach is built on collaboration, understanding, and empowerment. I'm committed to helping you unlock your full potential and live a more authentic, fulfilling life.
I'm a LCSW providing virtual therapy to clients in IN and FL. As a therapist, I'm committed to providing a safe, supportive, and affirming space for my clients to process and grow. My clinical experiences have centered around working with children/teens, adults, and families to process trauma, improve emotion regulation skills and behaviors, and strengthen relationships. I also have years of experience providing court-mandated therapeutic services. I have a passion for helping neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ people, and I bring a deep personal understanding of how our identities and life experiences can shape our mental health.
I'm a LCSW providing virtual therapy to clients in IN and FL. As a therapist, I'm committed to providing a safe, supportive, and affirming space for my clients to process and grow. My clinical experiences have centered around working with children/teens, adults, and families to process trauma, improve emotion regulation skills and behaviors, and strengthen relationships. I also have years of experience providing court-mandated therapeutic services. I have a passion for helping neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ people, and I bring a deep personal understanding of how our identities and life experiences can shape our mental health.
I also support individuals experiencing borderline personality disorder and those recovering from narcissistic abuse.
I use an attachment-based approach with an interpersonal focus. I incorporate modalities such as DBT, EMDR, IFS, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help individuals and couples improve relationships, process trauma, regulate emotions, and create lasting change in a compassionate, collaborative space.
I also support individuals experiencing borderline personality disorder and those recovering from narcissistic abuse.
I use an attachment-based approach with an interpersonal focus. I incorporate modalities such as DBT, EMDR, IFS, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help individuals and couples improve relationships, process trauma, regulate emotions, and create lasting change in a compassionate, collaborative space.
Are you going through difficult changes in your life? Divorce, relationship problems, illness, career uncertainty? Feeling depressed, anxious? Having age-related problems? Memory, fear, adjustment, grief? Have you had bad experiences you can't get over, that haunt you, or keep tripping you up? Do others notice that you're different? Do you feel different to yourself; feel that your life is just stuck, without direction, motivation? Does some of this sound like you? Then I can help. You and I can form a productive, helpful relationship through which to take on the issues that are holding you back.
Are you going through difficult changes in your life? Divorce, relationship problems, illness, career uncertainty? Feeling depressed, anxious? Having age-related problems? Memory, fear, adjustment, grief? Have you had bad experiences you can't get over, that haunt you, or keep tripping you up? Do others notice that you're different? Do you feel different to yourself; feel that your life is just stuck, without direction, motivation? Does some of this sound like you? Then I can help. You and I can form a productive, helpful relationship through which to take on the issues that are holding you back.
As a BIPOC male and first-generation therapist, I bring both professional training and lived experience to my work. I know what it’s like to carry unspoken pressures and expectations, and I believe therapy should be a space where you can lay those burdens down without judgment.
As a BIPOC male and first-generation therapist, I bring both professional training and lived experience to my work. I know what it’s like to carry unspoken pressures and expectations, and I believe therapy should be a space where you can lay those burdens down without judgment.
We all experience emotional ups and downs from time to time caused by events in our lives or even a recent diagnosis. I specialize in assisting those who suffer from depression, anxiety and addiction. Your symptoms may be triggered by job loss, relational problems, trauma, divorce or even loss of a love one. Your symptoms may effect your relationships with your family, friends, classmates or co-workers.
We all experience emotional ups and downs from time to time caused by events in our lives or even a recent diagnosis. I specialize in assisting those who suffer from depression, anxiety and addiction. Your symptoms may be triggered by job loss, relational problems, trauma, divorce or even loss of a love one. Your symptoms may effect your relationships with your family, friends, classmates or co-workers.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been working professionally, in the mental health, field since 2006. I have worked in multiple positions in the mental/behavioral health field, including leadership. I came to realize that my passion is providing therapy. In 2020 (during Covid), I made the transition to virtual therapy. I am Licensed in the State of Indiana. Using Strengths-Based Empowerment approaches, I strive to provide Affirmative and Culturally Competent care.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been working professionally, in the mental health, field since 2006. I have worked in multiple positions in the mental/behavioral health field, including leadership. I came to realize that my passion is providing therapy. In 2020 (during Covid), I made the transition to virtual therapy. I am Licensed in the State of Indiana. Using Strengths-Based Empowerment approaches, I strive to provide Affirmative and Culturally Competent care.
We work with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with life stressors, relationships, mood disorders, or substance use. Many of our clients are looking for support but do not want to wait weeks to be seen. We offer virtual therapy across multiple states and can typically schedule appointments within 24–48 hours. Our team uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy, to help clients gain clarity, stability, and practical tools to move forward.
We work with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with life stressors, relationships, mood disorders, or substance use. Many of our clients are looking for support but do not want to wait weeks to be seen. We offer virtual therapy across multiple states and can typically schedule appointments within 24–48 hours. Our team uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy, to help clients gain clarity, stability, and practical tools to move forward.
Are you struggling with feelings of shame & the belief that you aren't good enough? Do you feel like no one else could possibly understand the experiences you've been through? If so, I could be a good fit for you as a therapist. I've spent my career working with adolescents & adults struggling with depression, anxiety, & trauma. I believe a crucial piece to developing a trusting therapeutic relationship is providing a space free of judgement, full of compassion, & support in identifying your goals for change.
Are you struggling with feelings of shame & the belief that you aren't good enough? Do you feel like no one else could possibly understand the experiences you've been through? If so, I could be a good fit for you as a therapist. I've spent my career working with adolescents & adults struggling with depression, anxiety, & trauma. I believe a crucial piece to developing a trusting therapeutic relationship is providing a space free of judgement, full of compassion, & support in identifying your goals for change.
There's a particular exhaustion that comes from holding it together on the outside while everything unravels internally. Maybe you're watching your child struggle with impulsivity and emotional swings, or you're an adult whose ADHD was missed for years. Maybe you're carrying grief no one acknowledges, sitting with thoughts that scare you, or holding a relationship together while everything shifts. Something in you is still reaching for change.
There's a particular exhaustion that comes from holding it together on the outside while everything unravels internally. Maybe you're watching your child struggle with impulsivity and emotional swings, or you're an adult whose ADHD was missed for years. Maybe you're carrying grief no one acknowledges, sitting with thoughts that scare you, or holding a relationship together while everything shifts. Something in you is still reaching for change.
You might be someone who has lived an intense life, shaped by service, responsibility, or long periods of being the one others depended on. On the outside, you function. You show up, you handle things. On the inside, it’s harder to slow down, relax, or feel truly at ease. You may struggle with loneliness or difficulty trusting others. You stay guarded or may question your own judgment. Your goals may include rebuilding trust in yourself, forming deeper, healthier connections, and finding meaning in this stage of life. You may want clarity, steadiness, and a way to move forward that honors everything you’ve been through.
You might be someone who has lived an intense life, shaped by service, responsibility, or long periods of being the one others depended on. On the outside, you function. You show up, you handle things. On the inside, it’s harder to slow down, relax, or feel truly at ease. You may struggle with loneliness or difficulty trusting others. You stay guarded or may question your own judgment. Your goals may include rebuilding trust in yourself, forming deeper, healthier connections, and finding meaning in this stage of life. You may want clarity, steadiness, and a way to move forward that honors everything you’ve been through.
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