Personality Disorders Therapists in Richmond Heights, MO
Many of us face challenges that affect all aspects of our lives. If you are worried about your health or the health of a loved one, your financial situation, adjusting to working from home, currently not working or afraid that you will not be able to work, dealing with increased family tensions, feeling the loss of not being able to see your family members, or the grief of having lost someone, you don’t need to face these challenges alone.
Many of us face challenges that affect all aspects of our lives. If you are worried about your health or the health of a loved one, your financial situation, adjusting to working from home, currently not working or afraid that you will not be able to work, dealing with increased family tensions, feeling the loss of not being able to see your family members, or the grief of having lost someone, you don’t need to face these challenges alone.
I have worked with people experiencing a variety of problems including: neglect and abuse in childhood, sexual assault, addiction, severe anxiety and depression, dissociation, and personality disorders (BPD).
Through an in-depth, supportive, and reflective process, I help people slow down and gain relief from their emotional pain. Whether it comes from relationships or work, or from something more internal like anxiety or low self-esteem, such pain can limit you from living a full, productive, and meaningful life. In therapy, we will work together to identify the patterns of feeling and relating that lead to these problems. We will work to shift these patterns in order to to create a lasting sense of flexibility, freedom, and ease in navigating life.
I have worked with people experiencing a variety of problems including: neglect and abuse in childhood, sexual assault, addiction, severe anxiety and depression, dissociation, and personality disorders (BPD).
Through an in-depth, supportive, and reflective process, I help people slow down and gain relief from their emotional pain. Whether it comes from relationships or work, or from something more internal like anxiety or low self-esteem, such pain can limit you from living a full, productive, and meaningful life. In therapy, we will work together to identify the patterns of feeling and relating that lead to these problems. We will work to shift these patterns in order to to create a lasting sense of flexibility, freedom, and ease in navigating life.
Do you ever feel like your emotions are running the show—and you’re just along for the ride?
One moment you’re holding it together, the next you’re overwhelmed, snapping, shutting down, or spiraling. It’s exhausting. It can feel like you’re drowning under the weight of stress, past hurts, and relationships that never seem to work the way you want them to.
Are you stuck in survival mode—desperate for things to get better but unsure how to make that happen?
Whether you're a parent worn down by your own stress, unsure how to support your child, or someone navigating trauma, disconnection, or emotional chaos, you're not alone in this.
Do you ever feel like your emotions are running the show—and you’re just along for the ride?
One moment you’re holding it together, the next you’re overwhelmed, snapping, shutting down, or spiraling. It’s exhausting. It can feel like you’re drowning under the weight of stress, past hurts, and relationships that never seem to work the way you want them to.
Are you stuck in survival mode—desperate for things to get better but unsure how to make that happen?
Whether you're a parent worn down by your own stress, unsure how to support your child, or someone navigating trauma, disconnection, or emotional chaos, you're not alone in this.
I’m a psychoanalytic psychotherapist working with those who seek to understand of how their relationships and histories create personal patterns they cannot seem to shift on their own. Many have tried other therapies but felt something deeper was missing. They sense there is more beneath the surface, and they want a space where their inner world is taken seriously. I work with people navigating complicated family dynamics, especially adult children of emotionally inconsistent parents; LGBTQ+ individuals; creatives and writers; and people struggling with anxiety, shame, envy, or relational difficulties.
I’m a psychoanalytic psychotherapist working with those who seek to understand of how their relationships and histories create personal patterns they cannot seem to shift on their own. Many have tried other therapies but felt something deeper was missing. They sense there is more beneath the surface, and they want a space where their inner world is taken seriously. I work with people navigating complicated family dynamics, especially adult children of emotionally inconsistent parents; LGBTQ+ individuals; creatives and writers; and people struggling with anxiety, shame, envy, or relational difficulties.
It's easy to get caught in a cycle of pain. I believe powerful healing takes place when there is someone who really sees us, walks with us through our pain, and is able to gently redirect us. This is what I seek to do each session with you. I work with teens and adults who suffer from anxiety, trauma, and depression. I invite you to bring whatever you're carrying.
It's easy to get caught in a cycle of pain. I believe powerful healing takes place when there is someone who really sees us, walks with us through our pain, and is able to gently redirect us. This is what I seek to do each session with you. I work with teens and adults who suffer from anxiety, trauma, and depression. I invite you to bring whatever you're carrying.
Therapy is an experience where human beings learn to live differently. Differently is the key word. Different can look like less depression, more spontaneity, or deeper and more mutual relationships. Different can be learning to say "yes," "no," or "maybe." Different can be improved physical health, less anxiety, or sustained sobriety. When one begins treatment there's usually a percolating idea of what needs to be different. Helping you clarify the ways you'd like to live differently, what has gotten in your way up to this point, and how those changes can be made is psychotherapy.
Therapy is an experience where human beings learn to live differently. Differently is the key word. Different can look like less depression, more spontaneity, or deeper and more mutual relationships. Different can be learning to say "yes," "no," or "maybe." Different can be improved physical health, less anxiety, or sustained sobriety. When one begins treatment there's usually a percolating idea of what needs to be different. Helping you clarify the ways you'd like to live differently, what has gotten in your way up to this point, and how those changes can be made is psychotherapy.
Oh, hi! I'm Stacey and I support people who are navigating intense emotions, depression, anxiety, and patterns that feel harmful or overwhelming, including self-injury and thoughts of suicide. Many of the individuals I work with are seeking new ways to cope, connect, and feel more in control of their lives. I welcome teens, adults, and families, especially those facing challenges related to borderline personality disorder (BPD), trauma, or ongoing emotional pain. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is at the heart of my work because it offers practical, evidence-based skills that people can use to move toward the life they want.
Oh, hi! I'm Stacey and I support people who are navigating intense emotions, depression, anxiety, and patterns that feel harmful or overwhelming, including self-injury and thoughts of suicide. Many of the individuals I work with are seeking new ways to cope, connect, and feel more in control of their lives. I welcome teens, adults, and families, especially those facing challenges related to borderline personality disorder (BPD), trauma, or ongoing emotional pain. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is at the heart of my work because it offers practical, evidence-based skills that people can use to move toward the life they want.
Janet Amitin-Roberts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Richmond Heights, MO 63117
Everyone encounters difficulties throughout life, and sometimes these challenges can feel overwhelming and hard to navigate alone. Whether stemming from a single event or accumulated stressors over time, unresolved experiences can lead to lasting emotional distress and interfere with daily functioning. My goal is to provide professional support that helps you process these experiences and move forward.
Everyone encounters difficulties throughout life, and sometimes these challenges can feel overwhelming and hard to navigate alone. Whether stemming from a single event or accumulated stressors over time, unresolved experiences can lead to lasting emotional distress and interfere with daily functioning. My goal is to provide professional support that helps you process these experiences and move forward.
Hello! If you're reading this, I want you to know you are innately worthy of the care, change, and healing you so deeply desire. On top of that, you hold the power within to make those changes. Not only is this a belief I personally hold, it is one supported by research. On a molecular level, we are wired to develop and change when given what we need. This remains true starting from childhood and beyond into adulthood. Meaning, it's never too late to seek out wholeness and you haven't missed your chance.
Hello! If you're reading this, I want you to know you are innately worthy of the care, change, and healing you so deeply desire. On top of that, you hold the power within to make those changes. Not only is this a belief I personally hold, it is one supported by research. On a molecular level, we are wired to develop and change when given what we need. This remains true starting from childhood and beyond into adulthood. Meaning, it's never too late to seek out wholeness and you haven't missed your chance.
I work with clients who are feeling stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed by life’s challenges. Many come seeking support with anxiety, low self-esteem, identity development, or navigating major transitions such as school, work, or relationships. My ideal clients are looking for a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore their feelings, gain clarity, and build practical coping skills. Together, we focus on understanding your unique experiences, identifying strengths, and creating a plan to move forward with confidence, resilience, and a greater sense of self.
I work with clients who are feeling stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed by life’s challenges. Many come seeking support with anxiety, low self-esteem, identity development, or navigating major transitions such as school, work, or relationships. My ideal clients are looking for a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore their feelings, gain clarity, and build practical coping skills. Together, we focus on understanding your unique experiences, identifying strengths, and creating a plan to move forward with confidence, resilience, and a greater sense of self.
Life can be unpredictable, with its highs and lows, ups and downs, beginnings, and endings. It's important to understand that these feelings are normal. I offer therapy for both children and adults in a supportive therapeutic environment. For children, I specialize in play therapy, EMDR, addressing school and behavioral problems, and helping them express themselves and process their feelings. For adults, I provide a range of therapies, including EMDR, CBT, and trauma-focused treatments, to help navigate emotional challenges, heal from past experiences, and promote overall well-being.
Life can be unpredictable, with its highs and lows, ups and downs, beginnings, and endings. It's important to understand that these feelings are normal. I offer therapy for both children and adults in a supportive therapeutic environment. For children, I specialize in play therapy, EMDR, addressing school and behavioral problems, and helping them express themselves and process their feelings. For adults, I provide a range of therapies, including EMDR, CBT, and trauma-focused treatments, to help navigate emotional challenges, heal from past experiences, and promote overall well-being.
Michelle enjoys working with Couples in distress, Individuals who are wanting to resolve problems expressing as depression, anxiety or problematic behaviors and Parent Guidance for children's problems within Family therapy. With past experience in Nursing and an undergraduate degree in Theology; Michelle approaches counseling with a broad understanding of what in a person's life and relationships might need a new kind of balance or understanding so that emotions can be healed, behaviors changed and relationships renewed. Michelle strives to combine a tender supportiveness with confident guidance to help people move actively towards their goals.
Michelle enjoys working with Couples in distress, Individuals who are wanting to resolve problems expressing as depression, anxiety or problematic behaviors and Parent Guidance for children's problems within Family therapy. With past experience in Nursing and an undergraduate degree in Theology; Michelle approaches counseling with a broad understanding of what in a person's life and relationships might need a new kind of balance or understanding so that emotions can be healed, behaviors changed and relationships renewed. Michelle strives to combine a tender supportiveness with confident guidance to help people move actively towards their goals.
People seek therapy for variety of reasons, ranging from difficulties with a specific life event or a general pursuit for greater purpose and connectedness. Psychotherapy offers an arena for self exploration unlike any other and can prove to be a profoundly moving experience. I work with individuals affected by trauma, difficulties in relationships, depression/post-partum depression, infertility, adoption, parenting, struggles in cultural adaptation and immigration, identity, self-esteem, sexuality, etc. Often I find that the most meaningful change comes from those who are open and willing to engage in the journey. The change you seek comes from you and will be our guiding force.
People seek therapy for variety of reasons, ranging from difficulties with a specific life event or a general pursuit for greater purpose and connectedness. Psychotherapy offers an arena for self exploration unlike any other and can prove to be a profoundly moving experience. I work with individuals affected by trauma, difficulties in relationships, depression/post-partum depression, infertility, adoption, parenting, struggles in cultural adaptation and immigration, identity, self-esteem, sexuality, etc. Often I find that the most meaningful change comes from those who are open and willing to engage in the journey. The change you seek comes from you and will be our guiding force.
Christine Balliett McEvoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Christine McEvoy has been a Counselor for over 20 years. Her straight- forward and non-judgemental approach makes it easier for a person to address topics that often bring up feelings of shame and embarrassment. She has extensive experience working with individuals who struggle with addiction issues and eating struggles. Christine has years of experience helping others implement specific techniques that help prevent relapse.
Christine McEvoy has been a Counselor for over 20 years. Her straight- forward and non-judgemental approach makes it easier for a person to address topics that often bring up feelings of shame and embarrassment. She has extensive experience working with individuals who struggle with addiction issues and eating struggles. Christine has years of experience helping others implement specific techniques that help prevent relapse.
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I work with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, and personality disorders.
When working with individuals, I aim to help them through a collaborative process to understand the underlying issues that are causing them to not live up to their potential. The model which I employ assumes that many of our struggles are connected to conflicts within us of which we are not completely aware. I feel that therapy is most effective when the entire person's personality and history are considered instead of just focusing on current problematic behaviors. My work focuses on recognizing long standing relationship patterns that are troublesome as well as developing a more emotionally stable and adaptive personality.
I work with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, and personality disorders.
When working with individuals, I aim to help them through a collaborative process to understand the underlying issues that are causing them to not live up to their potential. The model which I employ assumes that many of our struggles are connected to conflicts within us of which we are not completely aware. I feel that therapy is most effective when the entire person's personality and history are considered instead of just focusing on current problematic behaviors. My work focuses on recognizing long standing relationship patterns that are troublesome as well as developing a more emotionally stable and adaptive personality.
Sometimes joy feels out of reach and life feels overwhelming. So many of us deal with depression, anxiety, panic, suicidal ideation, and other painful symptoms of imbalance. If we're neurodivergent, it adds more layers to the struggle.
Life can be more than pain. We can tap into our own inner resilience and learn to trust ourselves on the path of healing. I'm here to help with that.
I see a variety of clients and especially enjoy working with autism, ADHD, OCD (including P-OCD), BPD, and spiritual/religious trauma. My style is relational, more focused on the mind/body experience than on rigid behavioral treatments.
Sometimes joy feels out of reach and life feels overwhelming. So many of us deal with depression, anxiety, panic, suicidal ideation, and other painful symptoms of imbalance. If we're neurodivergent, it adds more layers to the struggle.
Life can be more than pain. We can tap into our own inner resilience and learn to trust ourselves on the path of healing. I'm here to help with that.
I see a variety of clients and especially enjoy working with autism, ADHD, OCD (including P-OCD), BPD, and spiritual/religious trauma. My style is relational, more focused on the mind/body experience than on rigid behavioral treatments.
I do not focus on any one specific population to serve. I believe that everyone needs someone to talk to and process what they are experiencing in their lives. In general I realize that most people I serve are working on rebuilding, repairing, and relearning how to manage connections to others.
I do not focus on any one specific population to serve. I believe that everyone needs someone to talk to and process what they are experiencing in their lives. In general I realize that most people I serve are working on rebuilding, repairing, and relearning how to manage connections to others.
Elaine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
6 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63139
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there! I’m Elaine Andell, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and the Clinic Director at Ember Mental Wellness. I work with adults (18+) in person in St. Louis, MO, or via telehealth.
While I have experience with a variety of populations and presenting concerns, I specialize in supporting individuals with complex trauma, as well as individuals navigating self-harm, thoughts of suicide, or moments of crisis.
Hi there! I’m Elaine Andell, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and the Clinic Director at Ember Mental Wellness. I work with adults (18+) in person in St. Louis, MO, or via telehealth.
While I have experience with a variety of populations and presenting concerns, I specialize in supporting individuals with complex trauma, as well as individuals navigating self-harm, thoughts of suicide, or moments of crisis.
Do you struggle with anxiety, worry, relationship issues or trauma? You’re not alone—even if it often feels that way. Anxiety can be constant or come on suddenly, making it hard to function. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your anxiety, how it affects daily life, and use CBT to challenge unhelpful thoughts. We’ll build coping tools, improve sleep, and work on how anxiety impacts relationships. You deserve support, understanding, and a space to heal. Let’s keep going—your progress matters.
Do you struggle with anxiety, worry, relationship issues or trauma? You’re not alone—even if it often feels that way. Anxiety can be constant or come on suddenly, making it hard to function. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your anxiety, how it affects daily life, and use CBT to challenge unhelpful thoughts. We’ll build coping tools, improve sleep, and work on how anxiety impacts relationships. You deserve support, understanding, and a space to heal. Let’s keep going—your progress matters.
I specialize in working with personality disorders, self-harm, mood disorders, trauma/PTSD, and suicidal thoughts or behaviors.
You’ve taken a brave step and something in you is ready for support. I’m really glad you found your way. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC, NCC) who is passionate about helping individuals build lives that feel worth living. When life feels heavy or uncertain—like you’re carrying more than you can hold—it can be hard to know where to begin. You don’t have to navigate it alone. Together, we will explore what may be keeping you from feeling grounded and connected, while building the tools and insight needed to feel more steady, resilient, and empowered.
I specialize in working with personality disorders, self-harm, mood disorders, trauma/PTSD, and suicidal thoughts or behaviors.
You’ve taken a brave step and something in you is ready for support. I’m really glad you found your way. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC, NCC) who is passionate about helping individuals build lives that feel worth living. When life feels heavy or uncertain—like you’re carrying more than you can hold—it can be hard to know where to begin. You don’t have to navigate it alone. Together, we will explore what may be keeping you from feeling grounded and connected, while building the tools and insight needed to feel more steady, resilient, and empowered.
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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.