Personality Disorders Therapists in Centerville, OH
I am a direct, no-nonsense professional who has devoted my 40+ year career to helping people improve their lives. I work with adults and seniors (individual/couples) who are motivated to change. I work with children and teens within the structure of their families to resolve communication and behavioral difficulties. I have extensive experience working with adoptive (Reactive Attachment) and step families. If you are frustrated trying to connect with someone you love, outside intervention can help. Most often, that which is experienced as an emotional impasse, is an opportunity for growth.
I am a direct, no-nonsense professional who has devoted my 40+ year career to helping people improve their lives. I work with adults and seniors (individual/couples) who are motivated to change. I work with children and teens within the structure of their families to resolve communication and behavioral difficulties. I have extensive experience working with adoptive (Reactive Attachment) and step families. If you are frustrated trying to connect with someone you love, outside intervention can help. Most often, that which is experienced as an emotional impasse, is an opportunity for growth.
Dr. Daniel
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, PhD, MA, MDiv, NCC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Certified in EMDR, Havening, personality disorders, and spiritual direction.
Do you feel like you’re just surviving, rather than truly living? Life’s challenges can often keep us at the surface, but deep within, there's a longing for more—a transformation that touches the soul. I don’t just help you manage anxiety, anger, or relationship issues. I walk alongside you, guiding you toward the heart of your struggles to uncover the patterns and beliefs that have shaped your journey. Together, we’ll unlock a more authentic version of yourself, allowing you to experience life with newfound freedom and purpose. If you're ready to embrace growth and live with greater intention, let’s take this step together.
Certified in EMDR, Havening, personality disorders, and spiritual direction.
Do you feel like you’re just surviving, rather than truly living? Life’s challenges can often keep us at the surface, but deep within, there's a longing for more—a transformation that touches the soul. I don’t just help you manage anxiety, anger, or relationship issues. I walk alongside you, guiding you toward the heart of your struggles to uncover the patterns and beliefs that have shaped your journey. Together, we’ll unlock a more authentic version of yourself, allowing you to experience life with newfound freedom and purpose. If you're ready to embrace growth and live with greater intention, let’s take this step together.
Hello, my name is Dr. Stephen Fortson and I specialize in treating couples, families, and individuals with professional clinical counseling services. I have been a licensed clinical professional counselor for 29 years. I am also retired associate professor and chair of the Department of Human Services at Wright State University where I oversaw the counselor preparation program 20 years. If you are in need of personalized couples, family or individual counseling, please contact me. I am currently accepting new clients.
Hello, my name is Dr. Stephen Fortson and I specialize in treating couples, families, and individuals with professional clinical counseling services. I have been a licensed clinical professional counselor for 29 years. I am also retired associate professor and chair of the Department of Human Services at Wright State University where I oversaw the counselor preparation program 20 years. If you are in need of personalized couples, family or individual counseling, please contact me. I am currently accepting new clients.
I specialize in sexual addiction, partner betrayal trauma, and PTSD. I am a certified sexual addiction therapist (CSAT) and EMDR certified. I am also trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS).
I specialize in sexual addiction, partner betrayal trauma, and PTSD. I am a certified sexual addiction therapist (CSAT) and EMDR certified. I am also trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS).
I am a licensed Counselor Trainee as well as a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student at Wright State University in my final semester of the program! I have experience in intensive case management, supporting individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, including psychotic disorders. I believe that every person has a meaningful story, and sometimes, we need help understanding the meaning. I utilize an integration of approaches (CBT, DBT, CPT, ACT, SFBT, MI, etc) to curate a unique therapeutic experience to meet your individual needs to get you closer to living your best life.
I am a licensed Counselor Trainee as well as a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student at Wright State University in my final semester of the program! I have experience in intensive case management, supporting individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, including psychotic disorders. I believe that every person has a meaningful story, and sometimes, we need help understanding the meaning. I utilize an integration of approaches (CBT, DBT, CPT, ACT, SFBT, MI, etc) to curate a unique therapeutic experience to meet your individual needs to get you closer to living your best life.
I enjoy working with people during any phase of their journey. It's rewarding to connect with couples, adolescents, and adults going through stage of life changes and or trauma. I find joy in collaborating to cultivate peoples' motivations to change in a way that allows them to gain insight into their behaviors and achieve optimal health. I view people through a holistic lens thus seeing the whole person rather than their symptoms.
I enjoy working with people during any phase of their journey. It's rewarding to connect with couples, adolescents, and adults going through stage of life changes and or trauma. I find joy in collaborating to cultivate peoples' motivations to change in a way that allows them to gain insight into their behaviors and achieve optimal health. I view people through a holistic lens thus seeing the whole person rather than their symptoms.
After years of providing a broad range of services in the context of a traditional private practice office, which I closed at the end of 2017, I began doing therapy online. I decided to offer online services to maintain a limited professional practice, available to select clients for whom such a service delivery platform would be appropriate. Services are available to children, youth, adults, and families at the rate of $75 per 45-minute session and are payable via PayPal. I accept NO insurance, only self-pay clients.
After years of providing a broad range of services in the context of a traditional private practice office, which I closed at the end of 2017, I began doing therapy online. I decided to offer online services to maintain a limited professional practice, available to select clients for whom such a service delivery platform would be appropriate. Services are available to children, youth, adults, and families at the rate of $75 per 45-minute session and are payable via PayPal. I accept NO insurance, only self-pay clients.
Ideal clients are those that are the ages of 13 - 77; I want these ranges because I feel I can best help them with their issues and needs which for me so far it has been about changing some aspect of themselves that they are having issues with dealing. From the limited exposure the goals are dependent on the client and what they want at the time, I have also learned that being flexible and fluid is the best way to help clients.
Ideal clients are those that are the ages of 13 - 77; I want these ranges because I feel I can best help them with their issues and needs which for me so far it has been about changing some aspect of themselves that they are having issues with dealing. From the limited exposure the goals are dependent on the client and what they want at the time, I have also learned that being flexible and fluid is the best way to help clients.
Hi! My name is Ali and I am a licensed independent social worker and the owner of Heron Mental Health Ltd. I am located in Centerville, OH, and I see clients ages 18+, both in person and virtually. I currently accept Anthem, Aetna, and Cigna. I will also see private-pay clients on a sliding fee scale.
Clients that are the "right fit" for me are clients that are ready to feel heard, ready to be gently challenged in their thought processes, and ready to make necessary changes to reach their personal goals. My specialty areas include depression, anxiety, ADHD, coming-of-age struggles, and grief.
Hi! My name is Ali and I am a licensed independent social worker and the owner of Heron Mental Health Ltd. I am located in Centerville, OH, and I see clients ages 18+, both in person and virtually. I currently accept Anthem, Aetna, and Cigna. I will also see private-pay clients on a sliding fee scale.
Clients that are the "right fit" for me are clients that are ready to feel heard, ready to be gently challenged in their thought processes, and ready to make necessary changes to reach their personal goals. My specialty areas include depression, anxiety, ADHD, coming-of-age struggles, and grief.
Welcome, and I’m happy you’re here. You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Whether you’re feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected, therapy can be a place to breathe, reflect, and rebuild. I work with individuals and couples who are ready to explore their emotions, relationships, and past experiences in a supportive and nonjudgmental space.
Welcome, and I’m happy you’re here. You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Whether you’re feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected, therapy can be a place to breathe, reflect, and rebuild. I work with individuals and couples who are ready to explore their emotions, relationships, and past experiences in a supportive and nonjudgmental space.
Immediate openings - ONLINE or in OFFICE. Do you ever feel as though you are not living the REAL you? Would you like to make changes and realize your fullest potential? Would you like to improve relationships? Overcoming obstacles can be difficult especially when done alone. Together we are stronger. I will share in your struggles by lending you support to live a fuller and freer life. It would be my honor and privilege to support the changes you desire for improving your mental and emotional health. Together we can make a lasting impact on your relationship with yourself and with others.
Immediate openings - ONLINE or in OFFICE. Do you ever feel as though you are not living the REAL you? Would you like to make changes and realize your fullest potential? Would you like to improve relationships? Overcoming obstacles can be difficult especially when done alone. Together we are stronger. I will share in your struggles by lending you support to live a fuller and freer life. It would be my honor and privilege to support the changes you desire for improving your mental and emotional health. Together we can make a lasting impact on your relationship with yourself and with others.
Do you repeat self-defeating behaviors but don't know how to stop? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, or unresolved trauma? Maybe you just feel overwhelmed and can't even name what is wrong. I can help you make sense of the senseless, make peace with shame and blame, and gain the happiness you thought impossible. I provide compassionate, inclusive care for adults, teens (13+), couples, and families. I am LGBTQ+ and multicultural sensitive, offer telehealth, and am accepting new clients. My approach is holistic and client-centered.
Do you repeat self-defeating behaviors but don't know how to stop? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, or unresolved trauma? Maybe you just feel overwhelmed and can't even name what is wrong. I can help you make sense of the senseless, make peace with shame and blame, and gain the happiness you thought impossible. I provide compassionate, inclusive care for adults, teens (13+), couples, and families. I am LGBTQ+ and multicultural sensitive, offer telehealth, and am accepting new clients. My approach is holistic and client-centered.
I believe healing happens in the presence of safety, connection, and understanding. Seeking therapy is a courageous step, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel seen, respected, and supported exactly as you are.
I’m Jennifer Sines, an independently licensed social worker (LISW) and outpatient psychotherapist. My experiences working with clients have shaped my belief that people are incredibly resilient — even when life feels overwhelming, painful, or stuck. I work with adults 18 and older, supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional burnout.
I believe healing happens in the presence of safety, connection, and understanding. Seeking therapy is a courageous step, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel seen, respected, and supported exactly as you are.
I’m Jennifer Sines, an independently licensed social worker (LISW) and outpatient psychotherapist. My experiences working with clients have shaped my belief that people are incredibly resilient — even when life feels overwhelming, painful, or stuck. I work with adults 18 and older, supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional burnout.
Ben views the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership, with the client as the expert of their own lived experiences. In his free time, he enjoys watching horror movies, reading books, and spending time outdoors.
Ben views the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership, with the client as the expert of their own lived experiences. In his free time, he enjoys watching horror movies, reading books, and spending time outdoors.
Emily C.
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
3 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45458
Waitlist for new clients
My experience involves working with anxiety, stress and trauma, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, relationship issues and grief.
If you're seeking support to manage a mental health condition, make positive changes, process the past, or improve your self-care or relationships I would be honored to assist you. I believe in the inherent worth of each individual regardless of gender, race or ethnicity, sexuality, belief system, or educational or employment status. I believe each individual has strengths that can be used to improve mental health. Whether struggling with mental health, relationship challenges, life transition, healing from trauma, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to do it alone. I work with minors and adults using evidence based practices.
My experience involves working with anxiety, stress and trauma, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, relationship issues and grief.
If you're seeking support to manage a mental health condition, make positive changes, process the past, or improve your self-care or relationships I would be honored to assist you. I believe in the inherent worth of each individual regardless of gender, race or ethnicity, sexuality, belief system, or educational or employment status. I believe each individual has strengths that can be used to improve mental health. Whether struggling with mental health, relationship challenges, life transition, healing from trauma, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to do it alone. I work with minors and adults using evidence based practices.
I work with children and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. My ideal client is open to growth—even if they feel stuck or overwhelmed. I use CBT, DBT, and play therapy to support emotional regulation, insight, and resilience. With children, I offer a safe space for expression through play. With adults, we explore patterns and build practical tools for change. I offer a collaborative, supportive approach tailored to your unique needs.
I work with children and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. My ideal client is open to growth—even if they feel stuck or overwhelmed. I use CBT, DBT, and play therapy to support emotional regulation, insight, and resilience. With children, I offer a safe space for expression through play. With adults, we explore patterns and build practical tools for change. I offer a collaborative, supportive approach tailored to your unique needs.
You might be managing stress, trauma, or relationship challenges while trying to hold everything together. You want better communication, stronger boundaries, and greater emotional balance. You’re looking for support that feels safe, collaborative, and practical—where insight and skill-building help you move forward with confidence.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, relational conflict, or stress that feels “in the body,” our work will focus on strengthening your regulation capacity, expanding awareness of internal experience, and fostering a supportive therapeutic relationship to help you feel more grounded and present.
You might be managing stress, trauma, or relationship challenges while trying to hold everything together. You want better communication, stronger boundaries, and greater emotional balance. You’re looking for support that feels safe, collaborative, and practical—where insight and skill-building help you move forward with confidence.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, relational conflict, or stress that feels “in the body,” our work will focus on strengthening your regulation capacity, expanding awareness of internal experience, and fostering a supportive therapeutic relationship to help you feel more grounded and present.
I know finding a good fit for a therapist is hard. And finding a good fit is critical to finding relief and healing. Feeling alone in the trauma, the grief and loss, the overwhelm, and just feeling stuck. It's exhausting, lonely, and I know you're sick of it by now. You get to have some guidance, laughs, and expertise as you go to your sessions, work on YOU outside of sessions, and start feeling more whole again. As for working with me and what it's like? I've been told I'm warm and humorous (usually at my own expense). I see you as the expert and me as the guide, and I will put you at ease right off the bat.
I know finding a good fit for a therapist is hard. And finding a good fit is critical to finding relief and healing. Feeling alone in the trauma, the grief and loss, the overwhelm, and just feeling stuck. It's exhausting, lonely, and I know you're sick of it by now. You get to have some guidance, laughs, and expertise as you go to your sessions, work on YOU outside of sessions, and start feeling more whole again. As for working with me and what it's like? I've been told I'm warm and humorous (usually at my own expense). I see you as the expert and me as the guide, and I will put you at ease right off the bat.
I'm glad you're here! Reaching out for support takes courage, and you've already taken an important first step toward creating positive change.
With more than 27 years of experience in mental health and addiction treatment, I help individuals overcome obstacles, gain clarity, and move forward with confidence. I specialize in trauma, substance use/addiction and mood disorders. My approach is practical and solution-focused, helping clients identify meaningful goals, develop effective coping strategies, and create lasting improvements in their lives.
I'm glad you're here! Reaching out for support takes courage, and you've already taken an important first step toward creating positive change.
With more than 27 years of experience in mental health and addiction treatment, I help individuals overcome obstacles, gain clarity, and move forward with confidence. I specialize in trauma, substance use/addiction and mood disorders. My approach is practical and solution-focused, helping clients identify meaningful goals, develop effective coping strategies, and create lasting improvements in their lives.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards positive change. Please know that I appreciate & respect clients from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, sexuality, socioeconomic background, ethnicity, & religion. I welcome children, adolescents, adults, traditional & modern families/couples. Because therapy is not “one size fits all,” I utilize more of an eclectic approach to the process, and treat every client as the unique individual that YOU are.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards positive change. Please know that I appreciate & respect clients from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, sexuality, socioeconomic background, ethnicity, & religion. I welcome children, adolescents, adults, traditional & modern families/couples. Because therapy is not “one size fits all,” I utilize more of an eclectic approach to the process, and treat every client as the unique individual that YOU are.
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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.

