Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Brown County, MN
I am an MSW, LICSW, a compassionate and experienced therapist specializing in mental health, personal growth, and trauma recovery. With a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work and over 10 years of practice, I offer a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life challenges.
I am an MSW, LICSW, a compassionate and experienced therapist specializing in mental health, personal growth, and trauma recovery. With a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work and over 10 years of practice, I offer a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life challenges.
I believe in providing a caring, supportive, and client-centered environment. I want to offer effective therapeutic interventions to help adults, families, and children manage their mental health symptoms, so they can live a more happy and healthier lifestyle, plus finding their inner peace of "Serenity" in their life. I work with children as young as 4 years old, adolescents, adults, and families. I provide individual, family, and group therapies. I have also worked with a number of diverse individuals and families with a wide range of mental health disorders.
I believe in providing a caring, supportive, and client-centered environment. I want to offer effective therapeutic interventions to help adults, families, and children manage their mental health symptoms, so they can live a more happy and healthier lifestyle, plus finding their inner peace of "Serenity" in their life. I work with children as young as 4 years old, adolescents, adults, and families. I provide individual, family, and group therapies. I have also worked with a number of diverse individuals and families with a wide range of mental health disorders.
Sarah Torvick Burger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about helping people find and maintain balance in daily life. I am here to help you regain that sense of well-being. A sense of control and calm over the concerns that create issues in life.
I am passionate about helping people find and maintain balance in daily life. I am here to help you regain that sense of well-being. A sense of control and calm over the concerns that create issues in life.
Online Therapists
I enjoy working with people who want to grow their understanding of themselves on their journey to alleviating symptoms. Often life-circumstances, trauma, relationships, or other mental health concerns interfere with someone fully achieving their potential, leaving them feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed. I value working with people who want to explore their own mind and circumstances, in order to grow through what has been holding them back and develop insight into their current situation. I have experience working with teens, college-students, and adults to collaboratively address their needs.
I enjoy working with people who want to grow their understanding of themselves on their journey to alleviating symptoms. Often life-circumstances, trauma, relationships, or other mental health concerns interfere with someone fully achieving their potential, leaving them feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed. I value working with people who want to explore their own mind and circumstances, in order to grow through what has been holding them back and develop insight into their current situation. I have experience working with teens, college-students, and adults to collaboratively address their needs.
Hello, and welcome! There is so much going on in the world, and I am here for support. As an experienced provider, from me, you can expect warmth and support, yet I will challenge you when needed. I value humor and strive to make the therapeutic experience one that is safe to explore and grow. I have 20+ years of experience helping preteens through adults with mood disorders, anxiety, life transitions (school, marriage, parenthood, retirement), trauma, grief, suicidal ideation and self-esteem. My goal is to provide you with support, insight, resources, and skills to help you lead your fullest life.
Hello, and welcome! There is so much going on in the world, and I am here for support. As an experienced provider, from me, you can expect warmth and support, yet I will challenge you when needed. I value humor and strive to make the therapeutic experience one that is safe to explore and grow. I have 20+ years of experience helping preteens through adults with mood disorders, anxiety, life transitions (school, marriage, parenthood, retirement), trauma, grief, suicidal ideation and self-esteem. My goal is to provide you with support, insight, resources, and skills to help you lead your fullest life.
Lindsey Kwon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
3 Endorsed
Roseville, MN 55113
Waitlist for new clients
I support teens through older adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and person-centered, blending CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care to build coping skills, insight, and resilience. Many clients seek balance, healthier relationships, and deeper self-understanding but feel unsure where to begin. When desired, I integrate faith-based counseling to explore how spirituality and grace can nurture peace, purpose, and lasting emotional growth in both virtual and in-person sessions. I offer flexible scheduling and a welcoming culturally sensitive space for your healing
I support teens through older adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and person-centered, blending CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care to build coping skills, insight, and resilience. Many clients seek balance, healthier relationships, and deeper self-understanding but feel unsure where to begin. When desired, I integrate faith-based counseling to explore how spirituality and grace can nurture peace, purpose, and lasting emotional growth in both virtual and in-person sessions. I offer flexible scheduling and a welcoming culturally sensitive space for your healing
In our work together, I hope to create a supportive space where emotions are not minimized or avoided, but explored and honored. I understand how difficult it can be to express feelings, especially those shaped by trauma, cultural expectations, or unspoken experiences. My goal is to meet each person exactly where they are. Whether you are just beginning to explore your inner world or feel overwhelmed by what’s already there, we will go at your pace, together.
In our work together, I hope to create a supportive space where emotions are not minimized or avoided, but explored and honored. I understand how difficult it can be to express feelings, especially those shaped by trauma, cultural expectations, or unspoken experiences. My goal is to meet each person exactly where they are. Whether you are just beginning to explore your inner world or feel overwhelmed by what’s already there, we will go at your pace, together.
Clients I work with often struggle with negative self-talk, unhealthy emotional responses and relational difficulties, to name a few. Clients need someone who is willing to listen in an attentive, empathic, nonjudgmental, manner. Oftentimes, clients are looking for someone to empathize with their feelings and experiences while gently encouraging insight. Clients tend to want a collaborative approach where their views are respected and honored.
Clients I work with often struggle with negative self-talk, unhealthy emotional responses and relational difficulties, to name a few. Clients need someone who is willing to listen in an attentive, empathic, nonjudgmental, manner. Oftentimes, clients are looking for someone to empathize with their feelings and experiences while gently encouraging insight. Clients tend to want a collaborative approach where their views are respected and honored.
Overwhelmed? Feeling distressed with worry, fear, sadness, despair, or a combination of difficult feelings? Relationship challenges? Parenting challenges? Terry is a family therapist who believes most people can manage their own lives, except for those few times when life throws a curveball, then we may have difficulty figuring how to handle that ball. We often find ourselves going in circles using old techniques. My desire and privilege is to come alongside you in your journey forward.
Overwhelmed? Feeling distressed with worry, fear, sadness, despair, or a combination of difficult feelings? Relationship challenges? Parenting challenges? Terry is a family therapist who believes most people can manage their own lives, except for those few times when life throws a curveball, then we may have difficulty figuring how to handle that ball. We often find ourselves going in circles using old techniques. My desire and privilege is to come alongside you in your journey forward.
Compassionate and Caring. Over 30 years experience with individual, marriage and family therapy. Certified Family Trauma Professional.
Compassionate and Caring. Over 30 years experience with individual, marriage and family therapy. Certified Family Trauma Professional.
I see individuals and couples. One of my strengths as a therapist is working respectfully with men who would rather not be in therapy. I understand why many men are skeptical about therapy, or uncomfortable talking about feelings, and I do not get judgmental or impatient about this. Men who are concerned that in couple therapy they might be ganged up on and blamed will find that I don't this, to them or their partner. And of course, I also enjoy working with women, and with men who are comfortable with therapy!
I see individuals and couples. One of my strengths as a therapist is working respectfully with men who would rather not be in therapy. I understand why many men are skeptical about therapy, or uncomfortable talking about feelings, and I do not get judgmental or impatient about this. Men who are concerned that in couple therapy they might be ganged up on and blamed will find that I don't this, to them or their partner. And of course, I also enjoy working with women, and with men who are comfortable with therapy!
For over 45 years, I have taught graduate students the art & science of Marriage and Family Therapy as well as worked extensively with individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, or other complex feelings related to difficult life transitions as well as to specific issues such as extramarital affairs, divorce, parental alienation, domestic violence, loss and grief, underachieving adolescents and young adults, etc. My overall goal of therapy is to help each client get more of what they want in their relationships and less of what they don’t want. I am a flexible therapist, adapting the treatment approach to
For over 45 years, I have taught graduate students the art & science of Marriage and Family Therapy as well as worked extensively with individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, or other complex feelings related to difficult life transitions as well as to specific issues such as extramarital affairs, divorce, parental alienation, domestic violence, loss and grief, underachieving adolescents and young adults, etc. My overall goal of therapy is to help each client get more of what they want in their relationships and less of what they don’t want. I am a flexible therapist, adapting the treatment approach to
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist – Anxiety, Trauma, Relationships, Life Transitions:
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families heal and grow. Trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and women’s issues. My approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented—focused on helping you understand your needs, build on your strengths, and move toward lasting change. I affirm and support all relationship types and orientations. Our team has openings!
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist – Anxiety, Trauma, Relationships, Life Transitions:
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families heal and grow. Trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and women’s issues. My approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented—focused on helping you understand your needs, build on your strengths, and move toward lasting change. I affirm and support all relationship types and orientations. Our team has openings!
“It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.”- Aristotle
I am a compassionate and empathetic therapist who has experience working with a wide range of ethnic and cultural backgrounds, sexual and gender orientations, political affiliations, and religious and spiritual beliefs.
“It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.”- Aristotle
I am a compassionate and empathetic therapist who has experience working with a wide range of ethnic and cultural backgrounds, sexual and gender orientations, political affiliations, and religious and spiritual beliefs.
Melissa Davenport-LaPlante
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Waitlist for new clients
I offer an integrative approach to therapy that implements various treatment modalities, psychoeducation, and general nutrition and physical activity. I believe in working collaboratively so that together we can reach a deeper level of understanding, consider new perspectives, behaviors, and feelings towards challenging life situations.
I offer an integrative approach to therapy that implements various treatment modalities, psychoeducation, and general nutrition and physical activity. I believe in working collaboratively so that together we can reach a deeper level of understanding, consider new perspectives, behaviors, and feelings towards challenging life situations.
I provide services for individuals and families of all ages and from all walks of life through in-person and online. My current areas of focus are children/adolescents/adults, PTSD, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, life adjustments and transitions, grief, mood regulation, personality disorders, substance use, family conflict, self-esteem, healthy lifestyles, and effective communication. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy where there is an integration of the mind, body, and spirit.
I provide services for individuals and families of all ages and from all walks of life through in-person and online. My current areas of focus are children/adolescents/adults, PTSD, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, life adjustments and transitions, grief, mood regulation, personality disorders, substance use, family conflict, self-esteem, healthy lifestyles, and effective communication. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy where there is an integration of the mind, body, and spirit.
Having 30 years of clinical experience, I provide professional and compassionate psychotherapy services to individuals and couples struggling with a wide range of challenges. Whole Wellness Psychology also offers medical trauma recovery and medical advocacy services for medical staff, parents, and survivors of medical trauma. I utilize a holistic view of clients, meaning I focus on whole mind and body wellness. Creating a partnership with my clients is primary before any meaningful work begins. I also offer DBT services, EMDR, a targeted trauma treatment, and am equally affirming to heterosexual and same sex couples.
Having 30 years of clinical experience, I provide professional and compassionate psychotherapy services to individuals and couples struggling with a wide range of challenges. Whole Wellness Psychology also offers medical trauma recovery and medical advocacy services for medical staff, parents, and survivors of medical trauma. I utilize a holistic view of clients, meaning I focus on whole mind and body wellness. Creating a partnership with my clients is primary before any meaningful work begins. I also offer DBT services, EMDR, a targeted trauma treatment, and am equally affirming to heterosexual and same sex couples.
Why do you seem to grow irritable and frustrated with other people? Is there something that keeps you from being able to communicate with your partner? Something that keeps you from doing well at work? Why is it so hard to talk to that family member, to trust other people--to trust even your own judgment? You know just what you want to do in life (growth, stability, security, find a supportive romantic relationship), yet, so many of your goals have never been realized.
Why do you seem to grow irritable and frustrated with other people? Is there something that keeps you from being able to communicate with your partner? Something that keeps you from doing well at work? Why is it so hard to talk to that family member, to trust other people--to trust even your own judgment? You know just what you want to do in life (growth, stability, security, find a supportive romantic relationship), yet, so many of your goals have never been realized.
I specialize in treating persistent mental health conditions like co-occurring mental health and addictive disorders, borderline personality disorder, and complex trauma.
When you notice these patterns, but can't seem to shake free, it's time to come to therapy. My style is relational and direct, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based therapy (PE, CBT, DBT). Therapy will start with a thorough evaluation of your current life circumstances and how your symptoms and coping skills have worked in the past.
I specialize in treating persistent mental health conditions like co-occurring mental health and addictive disorders, borderline personality disorder, and complex trauma.
When you notice these patterns, but can't seem to shake free, it's time to come to therapy. My style is relational and direct, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based therapy (PE, CBT, DBT). Therapy will start with a thorough evaluation of your current life circumstances and how your symptoms and coping skills have worked in the past.
From the outside, you appear capable, accomplished, and composed. Internally, it’s a different story. Your mind rarely slows down. You replay conversations, anticipate worst-case scenarios, and avoid situations where you might feel exposed or judged.
You don’t want surface-level coping strategies. You want meaningful, lasting change.
I work with high-performing adults who value discretion, depth, and results. Therapy with me is not passive or open-ended. It is focused, strategic, and tailored to individuals who are ready to actively engage in the work of change.
From the outside, you appear capable, accomplished, and composed. Internally, it’s a different story. Your mind rarely slows down. You replay conversations, anticipate worst-case scenarios, and avoid situations where you might feel exposed or judged.
You don’t want surface-level coping strategies. You want meaningful, lasting change.
I work with high-performing adults who value discretion, depth, and results. Therapy with me is not passive or open-ended. It is focused, strategic, and tailored to individuals who are ready to actively engage in the work of change.
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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.