Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Brookline, MA
I work with a variety of issues including depression and mood disorders, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, relationship issues/divorce, Borderline Personality Disorder, LGBTQ issues, parenting issues and others.
4/10/26: I have 1 opening (in person or virtual). I am a clinical psychologist, assistant prof in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School, with a small private practice in Brookline. I provide cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) informed and psychodynamic therapy. I use skills training where it can be helpful. I work on tailoring my approach to patients' specific needs, and take on a pragmatic, engaged role in the therapy process.
I work with a variety of issues including depression and mood disorders, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, relationship issues/divorce, Borderline Personality Disorder, LGBTQ issues, parenting issues and others.
4/10/26: I have 1 opening (in person or virtual). I am a clinical psychologist, assistant prof in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School, with a small private practice in Brookline. I provide cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) informed and psychodynamic therapy. I use skills training where it can be helpful. I work on tailoring my approach to patients' specific needs, and take on a pragmatic, engaged role in the therapy process.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a private practice, as well as a staff appointment at Harvard affiliated McLean Hospital. I offer a warm, collaborative and compassionate approach utilizing evidence-based treatments, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and DBT + Prolonged Exposure for anxiety disorders and trauma. I specialize in providing individualized care to teenagers and adults who are facing emotional, behavioral, and/or relational obstacles. I have extensive experience working with children and adults in outpatient, residential and hospital settings.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a private practice, as well as a staff appointment at Harvard affiliated McLean Hospital. I offer a warm, collaborative and compassionate approach utilizing evidence-based treatments, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and DBT + Prolonged Exposure for anxiety disorders and trauma. I specialize in providing individualized care to teenagers and adults who are facing emotional, behavioral, and/or relational obstacles. I have extensive experience working with children and adults in outpatient, residential and hospital settings.
Yvonne Broufas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
Waitlist for new clients
My focus includes helping clients navigate OCD, phobias, borderline personality traits, complex trauma, ADHD, and depression, especially when these challenges impact relationships.
I draw from evidence-based practices while also keeping therapy person-centered and flexible. I believe in meeting clients where they are, building on existing strengths and values, and integrating both insight and action to create meaningful change.
My focus includes helping clients navigate OCD, phobias, borderline personality traits, complex trauma, ADHD, and depression, especially when these challenges impact relationships.
I draw from evidence-based practices while also keeping therapy person-centered and flexible. I believe in meeting clients where they are, building on existing strengths and values, and integrating both insight and action to create meaningful change.
Do you ever feel like life is harder than it should be? Maybe emotions feel overwhelming, relationships leave you drained, or loneliness creeps in even when you’re not alone. Stress, anxiety, and depression don’t have to define your story. With support and collaboration, I help clients uncover their strengths, build effective tools, and create a life that feels balanced, connected, and meaningful.
Do you ever feel like life is harder than it should be? Maybe emotions feel overwhelming, relationships leave you drained, or loneliness creeps in even when you’re not alone. Stress, anxiety, and depression don’t have to define your story. With support and collaboration, I help clients uncover their strengths, build effective tools, and create a life that feels balanced, connected, and meaningful.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 39 years of experience supporting individuals and couples on their journey toward healing and growth. Over the years, I have specialized in trauma treatment, depression, anxiety, and emotionally charged challenges. My approach is compassionate, solution-focused, and designed to empower clients with practical strategies while honoring their unique stories. I am also nationally certified in trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy and remain dedicated to creating a safe, collaborative, and supportive therapeutic environment.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 39 years of experience supporting individuals and couples on their journey toward healing and growth. Over the years, I have specialized in trauma treatment, depression, anxiety, and emotionally charged challenges. My approach is compassionate, solution-focused, and designed to empower clients with practical strategies while honoring their unique stories. I am also nationally certified in trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy and remain dedicated to creating a safe, collaborative, and supportive therapeutic environment.
I am a Mental Health Counselor with clinical training in a variety of diagnoses. In private practice, I work with adults, adolescents and families. I have a Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling and a PhD in Mental Health Counseling. My approach to therapy is based on the belief that all individuals are doing their best at each moment in time and that they have the capacity to create desired change while building and developing a life worth living.
I am a Mental Health Counselor with clinical training in a variety of diagnoses. In private practice, I work with adults, adolescents and families. I have a Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling and a PhD in Mental Health Counseling. My approach to therapy is based on the belief that all individuals are doing their best at each moment in time and that they have the capacity to create desired change while building and developing a life worth living.
I support people struggling with Traumatic Experiences and complex PTSD, depression, anxiety and emotion regulation. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults, as well as the LGBTQIA community, and people on journeys of forced displacement. I define journeys of forced displacement broadly, both in time and location. These journeys are inherently filled with trauma and reverberate across generations.
I support people struggling with Traumatic Experiences and complex PTSD, depression, anxiety and emotion regulation. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults, as well as the LGBTQIA community, and people on journeys of forced displacement. I define journeys of forced displacement broadly, both in time and location. These journeys are inherently filled with trauma and reverberate across generations.
I am Alex Newman, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 7 years of counseling experience in community-based services. I specialize in treating a variety of issues, including stress, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, codependency, addiction/dual diagnosis, life transitions, relationship issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, and chronic illness. I completed my bachelor’s degree in Psychology with minors in Sociology, Philosophy, and Religious Studies at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst, and my master’s degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling.
I am Alex Newman, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 7 years of counseling experience in community-based services. I specialize in treating a variety of issues, including stress, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, codependency, addiction/dual diagnosis, life transitions, relationship issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, and chronic illness. I completed my bachelor’s degree in Psychology with minors in Sociology, Philosophy, and Religious Studies at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst, and my master’s degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling.
I strongly believe that everyone should have a safe space where they feel accepted and supported for who they are. Human beings possess an incredible capacity for growth, and I am passionate about facilitating this journey. I believe that self-improvement is fundamental to navigating life's complexities and empowering individuals to take charge of their lives. However, it's common to encounter obstacles that hinder personal growth, and facing these challenges alone can be overwhelming. As a therapist, I prioritize building a trusting and supportive therapeutic alliance with my clients to address their unique needs.
I strongly believe that everyone should have a safe space where they feel accepted and supported for who they are. Human beings possess an incredible capacity for growth, and I am passionate about facilitating this journey. I believe that self-improvement is fundamental to navigating life's complexities and empowering individuals to take charge of their lives. However, it's common to encounter obstacles that hinder personal growth, and facing these challenges alone can be overwhelming. As a therapist, I prioritize building a trusting and supportive therapeutic alliance with my clients to address their unique needs.
You may be experiencing anxiety, stress, or depression that makes it difficult to stay present, manage relationships, or adapt to important life or career transitions. Many clients describe feeling trapped in cycles of overthinking, weighed down by “what ifs,” or struggling to meet constant demands. Using CBT, I help clients identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts, understand the link between emotions and behavior, and practice strategies that reduce distress and restore a sense of control. Our work focuses on breaking entrenched patterns, strengthening resilience and clarifying goals, so you can move forward with greater balance.
You may be experiencing anxiety, stress, or depression that makes it difficult to stay present, manage relationships, or adapt to important life or career transitions. Many clients describe feeling trapped in cycles of overthinking, weighed down by “what ifs,” or struggling to meet constant demands. Using CBT, I help clients identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts, understand the link between emotions and behavior, and practice strategies that reduce distress and restore a sense of control. Our work focuses on breaking entrenched patterns, strengthening resilience and clarifying goals, so you can move forward with greater balance.
The process of finding a good therapist can be difficult and discouraging. And if you’ve never tried talk therapy, it’s natural to wonder whether it will be helpful. Call me for a free consultation, and I’ll answer any questions you have about how it works. We can see if I’m a good fit for you, and if not I can try to help you find someone who is.
The process of finding a good therapist can be difficult and discouraging. And if you’ve never tried talk therapy, it’s natural to wonder whether it will be helpful. Call me for a free consultation, and I’ll answer any questions you have about how it works. We can see if I’m a good fit for you, and if not I can try to help you find someone who is.
Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual, and most of us wouldn’t read it cover to cover anyway. My clients are often smart, capable people who find themselves stuck in cycles of worry, low mood, or old patterns from past trauma. They want tools that actually work, not just talk, and that’s where cognitive behavioral therapy comes in. Together we’ll get curious about how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors connect, and practice strategies to loosen anxiety’s grip, lift mood, and build resilience. My goal is to help you leave each session with something you can use in real life, not just the therapy room.
Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual, and most of us wouldn’t read it cover to cover anyway. My clients are often smart, capable people who find themselves stuck in cycles of worry, low mood, or old patterns from past trauma. They want tools that actually work, not just talk, and that’s where cognitive behavioral therapy comes in. Together we’ll get curious about how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors connect, and practice strategies to loosen anxiety’s grip, lift mood, and build resilience. My goal is to help you leave each session with something you can use in real life, not just the therapy room.
Do you not have enough satisfaction in your life? Do you wish you were in a relationship? Are you struggling with the one you are in? Do you wish for a better career?
Talking in a therapeutic environment helps people take more control of their lives, allowing them to experience a quality of life that was otherwise impossible. It is rewarding to see this type of change take place with my clients.
Do you not have enough satisfaction in your life? Do you wish you were in a relationship? Are you struggling with the one you are in? Do you wish for a better career?
Talking in a therapeutic environment helps people take more control of their lives, allowing them to experience a quality of life that was otherwise impossible. It is rewarding to see this type of change take place with my clients.
Welcome! I am a trauma therapist with specialty training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR. I am collaborative, feminist, culturally engaged, and LGBTQIA+ affirming. I also work with adults with neurodiversity including giftedness and ADHD. Together, we can develop your capacity not only to feel better, but to be healthier. Understanding yourself is a powerful source of transformation and development. I work with people to generate deep insight but also to create a new way of being and feeling in the world. For these purposes, I often incorporate both experiential and mind/brain/body therapies.
Welcome! I am a trauma therapist with specialty training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR. I am collaborative, feminist, culturally engaged, and LGBTQIA+ affirming. I also work with adults with neurodiversity including giftedness and ADHD. Together, we can develop your capacity not only to feel better, but to be healthier. Understanding yourself is a powerful source of transformation and development. I work with people to generate deep insight but also to create a new way of being and feeling in the world. For these purposes, I often incorporate both experiential and mind/brain/body therapies.
Accepting in-person referrals: This is a space created entirely for you - one where you can be fully yourself without judgment. Whether life has brought you sadness, intrusive worry, physical panic, relationship challenges, or unexpected changes, our time together is focused on helping you grow, strengthen your coping skills, and discover new ways of understanding and moving through your experiences. Using an integrative approach, I draw from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), narrative, relational, and interpersonal approaches, tailoring our work to your needs at a pace that feels sustainable and always collaborative.
Accepting in-person referrals: This is a space created entirely for you - one where you can be fully yourself without judgment. Whether life has brought you sadness, intrusive worry, physical panic, relationship challenges, or unexpected changes, our time together is focused on helping you grow, strengthen your coping skills, and discover new ways of understanding and moving through your experiences. Using an integrative approach, I draw from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), narrative, relational, and interpersonal approaches, tailoring our work to your needs at a pace that feels sustainable and always collaborative.
M. Mookie C. Manalili
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MA, MTS, MSW
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
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What brings you in - and what might you want to work on?
What unique values, heritages, cultures, spirituality, and hopes do you bring in?
What is a 'life-worth-living' for you - and how might we bring that to life?
Availability on Monday and Tuesday at 8PM. I work with teens and adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood while navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, neurodevelopmental disabilities, trauma, women's issues, or life transitions such as school or work. At times, you might feel disconnected from your body or emotions or caught in negative self-beliefs. I offer a supportive, collaborative space to build practical tools, deepen self-understanding, and feel more grounded, confident, and hopeful as you move forward.
Availability on Monday and Tuesday at 8PM. I work with teens and adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood while navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, neurodevelopmental disabilities, trauma, women's issues, or life transitions such as school or work. At times, you might feel disconnected from your body or emotions or caught in negative self-beliefs. I offer a supportive, collaborative space to build practical tools, deepen self-understanding, and feel more grounded, confident, and hopeful as you move forward.
I see psychotherapy as a place where healing, insight and meaningful change can take root. I help clients deepen awareness of their thoughts, feelings and behaviors so they can shift the patterns that hold them back from a more fulfilling and intentional life. I believe everyone has the capacity to grow and create a life worth living, and the therapeutic relationship is central to that process. I offer a warm, caring and compassionate environment where clients feel supported as they work toward their goals.
I see psychotherapy as a place where healing, insight and meaningful change can take root. I help clients deepen awareness of their thoughts, feelings and behaviors so they can shift the patterns that hold them back from a more fulfilling and intentional life. I believe everyone has the capacity to grow and create a life worth living, and the therapeutic relationship is central to that process. I offer a warm, caring and compassionate environment where clients feel supported as they work toward their goals.
Welcome to Psychology & Diagnostics (P&D), now accepting new patients for neuropsychological and psychological assessment of ADHD and other cognitive conditions, anxiety disorders, depression and mood disorders, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder.
Neuropsychological/Psychological evaluations are a diagnostic tool aimed at assessing various cognitive and mental health conditions. Since this can often be a first step for patients or families in the mental health journey, I provide a collaborative approach to help best educate patients and families about presenting symptoms and available resources.
Welcome to Psychology & Diagnostics (P&D), now accepting new patients for neuropsychological and psychological assessment of ADHD and other cognitive conditions, anxiety disorders, depression and mood disorders, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder.
Neuropsychological/Psychological evaluations are a diagnostic tool aimed at assessing various cognitive and mental health conditions. Since this can often be a first step for patients or families in the mental health journey, I provide a collaborative approach to help best educate patients and families about presenting symptoms and available resources.
While we are fully aware of what is happening at the conscious level, we have no idea what information is stored in the unconscious. For the most part, the source of most of our problems is stored in the unconscious. I help patients verbalize and get in touch with their unconscious, leading to a successful treatment. I Work with adults diagnosed with a psychotic mental disorder; highly functional patients, however, under psychotic medications. I also have experience working with individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar, depression, and narcissistic personality disorder.
While we are fully aware of what is happening at the conscious level, we have no idea what information is stored in the unconscious. For the most part, the source of most of our problems is stored in the unconscious. I help patients verbalize and get in touch with their unconscious, leading to a successful treatment. I Work with adults diagnosed with a psychotic mental disorder; highly functional patients, however, under psychotic medications. I also have experience working with individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar, depression, and narcissistic personality disorder.
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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.