Personality Disorders Therapists in Lewiston, ME
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Currently scheduling for summer! I am currently able to offer an intake appointment within one and two weeks of contact depending on our schedules!
We live in a hectic, fast paced world, with very little room for ourselves, or the activities we'd really like to be doing. Many of us need a structured time to reflect on these challenges and support to make positive changes. Therapy can be the place to begin making positive growth to challenge the worries of our society. Let's schedule an appointment so we can put you first.
Currently scheduling for summer! I am currently able to offer an intake appointment within one and two weeks of contact depending on our schedules!
We live in a hectic, fast paced world, with very little room for ourselves, or the activities we'd really like to be doing. Many of us need a structured time to reflect on these challenges and support to make positive changes. Therapy can be the place to begin making positive growth to challenge the worries of our society. Let's schedule an appointment so we can put you first.
At times, we all need a little extra encouragement to dive into the aspects of our lives that are causing stress. Those feelings can sometimes spiral into anxiety, depression, mood swings, substance use, compulsive behaviors, and even anger. When these emotional or behavioral challenges become pronounced, they can certainly affect our relationships, education, finances, or how we navigate day-to-day life. In session, you’ll have the opportunity to explore your past, present, and future experiences—these are the keys that shape your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions which maybe get in the way of leading a fulfilling life.
At times, we all need a little extra encouragement to dive into the aspects of our lives that are causing stress. Those feelings can sometimes spiral into anxiety, depression, mood swings, substance use, compulsive behaviors, and even anger. When these emotional or behavioral challenges become pronounced, they can certainly affect our relationships, education, finances, or how we navigate day-to-day life. In session, you’ll have the opportunity to explore your past, present, and future experiences—these are the keys that shape your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions which maybe get in the way of leading a fulfilling life.
Hello, my name is Melanie, and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). I graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2020 with a master’s degree in social work with a discipline in Substance Use and Mental Health. I have a sincere passion for helping others through difficult times and offering them a safe space to be themselves. I know it is difficult to talk about our problems and when needed, I like to add a touch of humor to lighten things up. By utilizing different treatment modalities and interventions I aid in teaching basic life skills, coping with trauma, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
Hello, my name is Melanie, and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). I graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2020 with a master’s degree in social work with a discipline in Substance Use and Mental Health. I have a sincere passion for helping others through difficult times and offering them a safe space to be themselves. I know it is difficult to talk about our problems and when needed, I like to add a touch of humor to lighten things up. By utilizing different treatment modalities and interventions I aid in teaching basic life skills, coping with trauma, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
Trauma and adverse childhood experiences can lead to substance use disorders, toxic relationships and a variety of maladaptive behaviors. Recovery is possible.
Trauma and adverse childhood experiences can lead to substance use disorders, toxic relationships and a variety of maladaptive behaviors. Recovery is possible.
Hi, I’m Salima Bhojani, a Licensed Master Social Worker with experience in hospital social work, maternal mental health, and hospice care. I provide a warm, supportive, and culturally responsive environment where you can feel safe, heard, and empowered as you move toward healing and personal growth. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable exploring your experiences at your own pace.
Hi, I’m Salima Bhojani, a Licensed Master Social Worker with experience in hospital social work, maternal mental health, and hospice care. I provide a warm, supportive, and culturally responsive environment where you can feel safe, heard, and empowered as you move toward healing and personal growth. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable exploring your experiences at your own pace.
Welcome! Sometimes we need support navigating tough times, processing past experiences or unpacking life stressors. Our thoughts alone can be extremely overwhelming at times. My therapeutic approach is genuine, interactive, direct, and easy-going with a mix of humor.
Welcome! Sometimes we need support navigating tough times, processing past experiences or unpacking life stressors. Our thoughts alone can be extremely overwhelming at times. My therapeutic approach is genuine, interactive, direct, and easy-going with a mix of humor.
I specialize in treating: Addictive behaviors & Personality disorders Depression, Anxiety, & Persistent mental illness Life transitions & Relationship issues Identity & Purpose
Empowering Your Journey to Mental Well-Being I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over ten years of experience assisting individuals and couples in navigating difficult times. I believe deeply in the power of personal autonomy and self-determination. My mission is to assist you in attaining optimal mental health, emotional well-being, and personal empowerment.
I specialize in treating: Addictive behaviors & Personality disorders Depression, Anxiety, & Persistent mental illness Life transitions & Relationship issues Identity & Purpose
Empowering Your Journey to Mental Well-Being I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over ten years of experience assisting individuals and couples in navigating difficult times. I believe deeply in the power of personal autonomy and self-determination. My mission is to assist you in attaining optimal mental health, emotional well-being, and personal empowerment.
My name is Amanda Morais, LCSW.
At Farside Counseling, each session is a new opportunity to dive into your inner knowing, illuminate and embrace your strengths, and bring your shadows to light in pursuit of transformation. Change in session is accomplished through the power of relationship and non-judgmental exploration of your inner truth(s). I am trained in a variety of trauma-focused interventions that support the reconnection of mind and body, alleviate distress, & promote holistic healing. Together we will explore new skills & strategies to manage stressors, improve communication, and build self-awareness and self-compassion.
My name is Amanda Morais, LCSW.
At Farside Counseling, each session is a new opportunity to dive into your inner knowing, illuminate and embrace your strengths, and bring your shadows to light in pursuit of transformation. Change in session is accomplished through the power of relationship and non-judgmental exploration of your inner truth(s). I am trained in a variety of trauma-focused interventions that support the reconnection of mind and body, alleviate distress, & promote holistic healing. Together we will explore new skills & strategies to manage stressors, improve communication, and build self-awareness and self-compassion.
Pine Tree Recovery Center utilizes a combination of evidence-based practices and holistic methods to provide an individualized recovery experience that is tailored to each patient’s unique situation. The disease of chemical dependency can strike anyone, regardless of age, gender, education, or socioeconomic status. Pine Tree Recovery Center is here to help people redirect themselves out of that negative trajectory and successfully enter a new life free from addiction.
Pine Tree Recovery Center utilizes a combination of evidence-based practices and holistic methods to provide an individualized recovery experience that is tailored to each patient’s unique situation. The disease of chemical dependency can strike anyone, regardless of age, gender, education, or socioeconomic status. Pine Tree Recovery Center is here to help people redirect themselves out of that negative trajectory and successfully enter a new life free from addiction.
Counseling is an individualized journey that fosters change and self-care. Within a confidential, respectful, caring environment, we will look at your own unique needs, the resources you have and together develop an action plan that will support your goals and keep you moving forward.
Counseling is an individualized journey that fosters change and self-care. Within a confidential, respectful, caring environment, we will look at your own unique needs, the resources you have and together develop an action plan that will support your goals and keep you moving forward.
None of this is easy. Whether you're adjusting to a change, like parenting or job loss, and looking to find your identity, or becoming aware of a problematic pattern in your life, like constant anxiety, difficulty with relationships, or intense emotions. You don't have to feel overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, shame, or anger any more. Let's talk about it and find some strategies to soothe it now, and stop it from reoccurring. If you're reluctant about therapy, I can reassure you that I'm not here to judge, and want to make it a safe and fun environment.
None of this is easy. Whether you're adjusting to a change, like parenting or job loss, and looking to find your identity, or becoming aware of a problematic pattern in your life, like constant anxiety, difficulty with relationships, or intense emotions. You don't have to feel overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, shame, or anger any more. Let's talk about it and find some strategies to soothe it now, and stop it from reoccurring. If you're reluctant about therapy, I can reassure you that I'm not here to judge, and want to make it a safe and fun environment.
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Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. You may be feeling anxious, depressed, stuck, disconnected, or just unsure why life feels harder than it should. Maybe your relationships feel painful, confusing, or unsatisfying. Perhaps you are navigating a loss, or a major transition in your life. Whatever it is that has brought you here, you don’t need to make sense of it all on your own.
—>In-Person and Online in NYC —>
—>Now available Online in Maryland and Maine!—>—>
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. You may be feeling anxious, depressed, stuck, disconnected, or just unsure why life feels harder than it should. Maybe your relationships feel painful, confusing, or unsatisfying. Perhaps you are navigating a loss, or a major transition in your life. Whatever it is that has brought you here, you don’t need to make sense of it all on your own.
There are ways that life “doesn’t make sense” or at least challenges the ways we think or feel. This is harder if no one carefully helps us navigate what changes to try and give insights and feedback along the way. I am an LCPC-licensed therapist, and I may be that person for you. I focus on listening to your world and how you understand and experience it. As I empathize with your experiences, values, and goals, I may also see parts that you have not, including perhaps strengths and/or limits that may be holding you back.
There are ways that life “doesn’t make sense” or at least challenges the ways we think or feel. This is harder if no one carefully helps us navigate what changes to try and give insights and feedback along the way. I am an LCPC-licensed therapist, and I may be that person for you. I focus on listening to your world and how you understand and experience it. As I empathize with your experiences, values, and goals, I may also see parts that you have not, including perhaps strengths and/or limits that may be holding you back.
I help those searching for growth and transformation who experience depression, stress, anxiety, mood shifts, or the effects of trauma, as well as those who feel stuck in cycles of shame, self-doubt, or self-sabotage. Many are drawn to therapy not only to heal their pain, but also to rediscover creativity, explore who they are, and emerge into a deeper relationship with life.
Therapy can be a process of reconnection and a reclaiming of personal power. Together we can build self-compassion, decrease suffering, and untangle old patterns. We can learn to experience more aliveness, joy, and love for ourselves and others.
I help those searching for growth and transformation who experience depression, stress, anxiety, mood shifts, or the effects of trauma, as well as those who feel stuck in cycles of shame, self-doubt, or self-sabotage. Many are drawn to therapy not only to heal their pain, but also to rediscover creativity, explore who they are, and emerge into a deeper relationship with life.
Therapy can be a process of reconnection and a reclaiming of personal power. Together we can build self-compassion, decrease suffering, and untangle old patterns. We can learn to experience more aliveness, joy, and love for ourselves and others.
Emily Justine Johnson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I have additional expertise in treating PTSD, couples, body positivity, relationship stressors, healing from abuse, OCD, and personality disorders.
I view the therapeutic alliance as a sacred container in which I am deeply honored to bear witness to your story. I truly believe I learn as much from you as you learn from me. My goal is to unearth your inner wisdom and help you curate customized, achievable, short-term goals which constitute the building blocks of your new reality.
I have additional expertise in treating PTSD, couples, body positivity, relationship stressors, healing from abuse, OCD, and personality disorders.
I view the therapeutic alliance as a sacred container in which I am deeply honored to bear witness to your story. I truly believe I learn as much from you as you learn from me. My goal is to unearth your inner wisdom and help you curate customized, achievable, short-term goals which constitute the building blocks of your new reality.
Hello! My name is Sherie and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience working within the mental health field. I'm passionate about partnering with you to identify and address what is getting in the way of living the life that you imagine for yourself! The majority of my practice focuses on individuals who are navigating the impacts of trauma, anxiety and panic disorders, relationship issues, and bipolar disorders. I offer a free consultation to explore your individual needs and if we are a good fit!
Hello! My name is Sherie and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience working within the mental health field. I'm passionate about partnering with you to identify and address what is getting in the way of living the life that you imagine for yourself! The majority of my practice focuses on individuals who are navigating the impacts of trauma, anxiety and panic disorders, relationship issues, and bipolar disorders. I offer a free consultation to explore your individual needs and if we are a good fit!
Do you feel like you and your spouse are stuck in the same exhausting argument over and over again? Do you feel lonely even though you live under the same roof? I use Emotionally Focused Therapy to help you move past these repetitive 'cycles' and rebuild a secure loving connection that you have been longing for. I specialize in couples where one or both partners has past trauma, and in relationship repair after a rupture. Helping couples build a secure bond and emotional safety. I am a Christian and also offer integration for those who would like their faith incorporated into their therapy process.
Do you feel like you and your spouse are stuck in the same exhausting argument over and over again? Do you feel lonely even though you live under the same roof? I use Emotionally Focused Therapy to help you move past these repetitive 'cycles' and rebuild a secure loving connection that you have been longing for. I specialize in couples where one or both partners has past trauma, and in relationship repair after a rupture. Helping couples build a secure bond and emotional safety. I am a Christian and also offer integration for those who would like their faith incorporated into their therapy process.
I believe that one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story and use this understanding to create the life you deserve. I meet people where they are at. What does this mean? Our focus of work on therapy will be based on your goals and the approach that will work best for you. I utilize a variety of approaches, including cognitive behavior therapy, somatic skills, mindfulness, and distress tolerance.
I believe that one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story and use this understanding to create the life you deserve. I meet people where they are at. What does this mean? Our focus of work on therapy will be based on your goals and the approach that will work best for you. I utilize a variety of approaches, including cognitive behavior therapy, somatic skills, mindfulness, and distress tolerance.
Wholistic approach/skill set includes: mindfulness CBT, Trauma informed, Anti-Racist, women issues, personality disorders, existential life transitions,relationships, LGBTQ+, and parenting
Start where you are do what you can use what you have Arthur Ashe
Life is fragile, unpredictable, messy, scary and amazing. If you want to be listened to, and explore how to find your inner voice of self-worth and authenticity, reach out and see if we are a good fit. Start or continue making yourself a priority, I know this seems like a lot, practicing self compassion, and self-love doesn’t always come natural.I’d love to hold non-judgmental space for you, as you explore your path to healing. Change is inevitable. Transformation will be small or dramatic.Therapy observes as you embrace what is your truth.
Wholistic approach/skill set includes: mindfulness CBT, Trauma informed, Anti-Racist, women issues, personality disorders, existential life transitions,relationships, LGBTQ+, and parenting
Start where you are do what you can use what you have Arthur Ashe
Life is fragile, unpredictable, messy, scary and amazing. If you want to be listened to, and explore how to find your inner voice of self-worth and authenticity, reach out and see if we are a good fit. Start or continue making yourself a priority, I know this seems like a lot, practicing self compassion, and self-love doesn’t always come natural.I’d love to hold non-judgmental space for you, as you explore your path to healing. Change is inevitable. Transformation will be small or dramatic.Therapy observes as you embrace what is your truth.
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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.