Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
Welcome! You are taking a brave step toward healing by coming here. I work with individuals of diverse identities with any amount of desire to understand their true selves. We all experience shades of anxiety and depression, some stronger than others. Some folks want change through learning skills. Others appreciate an accepting, safe space that challenges them while also providing objectivity and empathetic support. Some are still unsure why they're even thinking about starting therapy, and yet still have the willingness to show up. Most of the time, it's a mixture of all 3.
Welcome! You are taking a brave step toward healing by coming here. I work with individuals of diverse identities with any amount of desire to understand their true selves. We all experience shades of anxiety and depression, some stronger than others. Some folks want change through learning skills. Others appreciate an accepting, safe space that challenges them while also providing objectivity and empathetic support. Some are still unsure why they're even thinking about starting therapy, and yet still have the willingness to show up. Most of the time, it's a mixture of all 3.
Are you searching for trauma therapy or DBT in Philadelphia? At Anova Center for Therapy, we specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma therapy, OCD treatment, and LGBTQ+ affirming care for teens, young adults, and parents. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by emotions, struggling with relationships, or unsure how to support your child, our therapists in Philly and online across Pennsylvania help families heal, build connection, and develop lasting skills for change.
Are you searching for trauma therapy or DBT in Philadelphia? At Anova Center for Therapy, we specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma therapy, OCD treatment, and LGBTQ+ affirming care for teens, young adults, and parents. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by emotions, struggling with relationships, or unsure how to support your child, our therapists in Philly and online across Pennsylvania help families heal, build connection, and develop lasting skills for change.
I have particular experience treating BPD ( borderline personality disorder); treatment-resistant OCD; and working with high-conflict couples and families.
In my clinical work, I help individuals, couples, and families, develop a more complete and compassionate understanding of themselves.
If you're experiencing anxiety, depression, or another kind of emotional distress—particularly symptoms like intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, signs of OCD, or the lingering effects of past trauma or abuse—it is possible to find relief through therapy. I'd like to help you start to make sense of things.
I have particular experience treating BPD ( borderline personality disorder); treatment-resistant OCD; and working with high-conflict couples and families.
In my clinical work, I help individuals, couples, and families, develop a more complete and compassionate understanding of themselves.
If you're experiencing anxiety, depression, or another kind of emotional distress—particularly symptoms like intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, signs of OCD, or the lingering effects of past trauma or abuse—it is possible to find relief through therapy. I'd like to help you start to make sense of things.
I work with individuals, couples, and families facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, borderline personality disorder, trauma, PTSD, and relationship concerns.
My approach is collaborative and personalized. I draw from evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness-based strategies, solution-focused and trauma-focused therapies, psychodynamic, and strength-based approaches. By integrating these methods, I help clients build skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change in their lives.
I work with individuals, couples, and families facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, borderline personality disorder, trauma, PTSD, and relationship concerns.
My approach is collaborative and personalized. I draw from evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness-based strategies, solution-focused and trauma-focused therapies, psychodynamic, and strength-based approaches. By integrating these methods, I help clients build skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change in their lives.
I am a licensed psychologist and a Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga Facilitator. I offer individual psychotherapy and trauma sensitive yoga practice. My areas of interests include cross cultural psych, healing from complex trauma, improvement of emotion regulation, and recovery from disordered eating. I use a mix of Mindfulness approach, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic psychotherapy. I believe healing of any kind involves attending not only to our mind but also to our bodies. I try to assist people cultivate skills and awareness that they can take with them so they can ride waves that come their way.
I am a licensed psychologist and a Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga Facilitator. I offer individual psychotherapy and trauma sensitive yoga practice. My areas of interests include cross cultural psych, healing from complex trauma, improvement of emotion regulation, and recovery from disordered eating. I use a mix of Mindfulness approach, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic psychotherapy. I believe healing of any kind involves attending not only to our mind but also to our bodies. I try to assist people cultivate skills and awareness that they can take with them so they can ride waves that come their way.
I have extensive experience working with borderline personality disorder, complex trauma, and navigating the often stressful dating world!
When we are on our way towards healing, we may face many roadblocks: past trauma, invalidating environments, views of ourselves, among many others. While we are hard-wired to heal, it can be hard to do so when there are many factors getting in the way of our journey towards peace. Maybe standard talk therapy or CBT has not been helpful for you in the past, and you feel stuck. My passion is working with survivors of trauma or chronically invalidating environments who hope to build a life worth living. I enjoy bringing laughter, memes, tiktoks, and swearing into sessions when appropriate. To me, authenticity is the key to progress!
I have extensive experience working with borderline personality disorder, complex trauma, and navigating the often stressful dating world!
When we are on our way towards healing, we may face many roadblocks: past trauma, invalidating environments, views of ourselves, among many others. While we are hard-wired to heal, it can be hard to do so when there are many factors getting in the way of our journey towards peace. Maybe standard talk therapy or CBT has not been helpful for you in the past, and you feel stuck. My passion is working with survivors of trauma or chronically invalidating environments who hope to build a life worth living. I enjoy bringing laughter, memes, tiktoks, and swearing into sessions when appropriate. To me, authenticity is the key to progress!
As a Licensed Professional Counselor & DBT therapist, I specialize in the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder, debilitating anxiety & panic.
Your relationships are falling apart, you’re anxious all of the time, and your life has become an out-of-control mess. You wonder why relationships have to be so hard and cause you so much pain. People just don’t get it. They don’t get that when you’re hurt, your emotions take over and consume you. You’d literally do anything to not feel that way. In fact, when you have, you ended up feeling even worse and pushing those very same people away. You’re so desperate for people’s approval and terrified that if they ever found out what you’re really like, they wouldn’t want you anymore.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor & DBT therapist, I specialize in the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder, debilitating anxiety & panic.
Your relationships are falling apart, you’re anxious all of the time, and your life has become an out-of-control mess. You wonder why relationships have to be so hard and cause you so much pain. People just don’t get it. They don’t get that when you’re hurt, your emotions take over and consume you. You’d literally do anything to not feel that way. In fact, when you have, you ended up feeling even worse and pushing those very same people away. You’re so desperate for people’s approval and terrified that if they ever found out what you’re really like, they wouldn’t want you anymore.
Now offering EMDR and accepting new clients.
Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all.
I work with adults healing from childhood abuse and other painful life experiences. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed by emotions, struggle with coping skills, or find it hard to communicate their needs. Some are also navigating neurodivergence and want support in building confidence and balance.
In our sessions, I focus on getting to know you, your struggles, but also your strengths. Together, we’ll build practical tools you can use right away while also creating space to explore the deeper roots of what’s holding you back.
Now offering EMDR and accepting new clients.
Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all.
I work with adults healing from childhood abuse and other painful life experiences. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed by emotions, struggle with coping skills, or find it hard to communicate their needs. Some are also navigating neurodivergence and want support in building confidence and balance.
In our sessions, I focus on getting to know you, your struggles, but also your strengths. Together, we’ll build practical tools you can use right away while also creating space to explore the deeper roots of what’s holding you back.
I believe that all people are deserving of love & healing. All too often life does what life does and we lose sense of our self, our worth, & our belonging. Choosing to pursue therapy is a radical act of self love & a gift towards enriching your life, deepening your understanding of self, & improving your relationships. Congratulations on taking this courageous first step on a journey towards your most authentic self & more satisfying life.
I believe that all people are deserving of love & healing. All too often life does what life does and we lose sense of our self, our worth, & our belonging. Choosing to pursue therapy is a radical act of self love & a gift towards enriching your life, deepening your understanding of self, & improving your relationships. Congratulations on taking this courageous first step on a journey towards your most authentic self & more satisfying life.
Are you exhausted from feeling overwhelmed by your emotions? Do you struggle to stay focused and organized, and find traditional therapy hasn't quite clicked? I specialize in coaching individuals to navigate and process challenging life events and break free from the limiting patterns that stem from their past. My focus is on developing DBT coping skills to successfully manage the lingering effects of difficult childhood and life experiences. I provide the guidance and structure necessary to help you reframe their narrative and step into your power.
Are you exhausted from feeling overwhelmed by your emotions? Do you struggle to stay focused and organized, and find traditional therapy hasn't quite clicked? I specialize in coaching individuals to navigate and process challenging life events and break free from the limiting patterns that stem from their past. My focus is on developing DBT coping skills to successfully manage the lingering effects of difficult childhood and life experiences. I provide the guidance and structure necessary to help you reframe their narrative and step into your power.
In my practice (in Philadelphia and New York) I offer a welcoming setting and provide a safe space for your pain or difficulties. When you speak about yourself to someone who is trained to listen and examine the circumstances that motivated your consultation, a change occurs. A psychoanalyst is a person trained to hear what is happening under the surface, and provides a place where you may speak and hear yourself differently. I have been working as a psychoanalyst and psychotherapist for 30+ years and I have found that words can hurt, words can make people sick, but words can also save. Talking cures.
In my practice (in Philadelphia and New York) I offer a welcoming setting and provide a safe space for your pain or difficulties. When you speak about yourself to someone who is trained to listen and examine the circumstances that motivated your consultation, a change occurs. A psychoanalyst is a person trained to hear what is happening under the surface, and provides a place where you may speak and hear yourself differently. I have been working as a psychoanalyst and psychotherapist for 30+ years and I have found that words can hurt, words can make people sick, but words can also save. Talking cures.
I’m specialized in treating Adults Children of Narcissistic Parents people with Borderline Personality Disorder ( BPD), Complex Trauma (C-PTSD) and Codependency.
A mentor of mine once said: "healing is about being able to take our protective armor off, and place it back on when we NEED to." How can we get you to trust yourself? To trust your nervous system? How can the body and mind be your greatest asset? I will help you cultivate an honest relationship with your inner world, so that you don't fear what's inside.
I’m specialized in treating Adults Children of Narcissistic Parents people with Borderline Personality Disorder ( BPD), Complex Trauma (C-PTSD) and Codependency.
A mentor of mine once said: "healing is about being able to take our protective armor off, and place it back on when we NEED to." How can we get you to trust yourself? To trust your nervous system? How can the body and mind be your greatest asset? I will help you cultivate an honest relationship with your inner world, so that you don't fear what's inside.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of experience in mental health. A proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I have worked with clients of all ages, including individuals facing ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, substance use, and personality disorders.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of experience in mental health. A proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I have worked with clients of all ages, including individuals facing ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, substance use, and personality disorders.
My specialization includes supporting individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder ( BPD) or those who have not found success with other therapies.
Through DBT, I help clients develop skills to enhance their lives. I offer various services, including a DBT skills group, phone coaching, and compassionate, non-judgmental individual therapy to explore your thoughts and feelings. I am mindful of the impact of systemic oppression on our well-being and strive to provide trauma-informed care.
My specialization includes supporting individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder ( BPD) or those who have not found success with other therapies.
Through DBT, I help clients develop skills to enhance their lives. I offer various services, including a DBT skills group, phone coaching, and compassionate, non-judgmental individual therapy to explore your thoughts and feelings. I am mindful of the impact of systemic oppression on our well-being and strive to provide trauma-informed care.
I work well with teens and adults who experience anxiety, depression, disordered eating, suicidal and self-harm behaviors. I take a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), person-centered, and trauma informed approach to support clients. I have a passion for working with individuals who are exploring their identity and hold a safe and supportive space for LGBTQ+ affirming counseling. I also like to use humor and irreverence so that clients enjoy the process of exploration and can see results in their mood and behaviors.
I work well with teens and adults who experience anxiety, depression, disordered eating, suicidal and self-harm behaviors. I take a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), person-centered, and trauma informed approach to support clients. I have a passion for working with individuals who are exploring their identity and hold a safe and supportive space for LGBTQ+ affirming counseling. I also like to use humor and irreverence so that clients enjoy the process of exploration and can see results in their mood and behaviors.
I have over 15 years of experience helping individuals navigate the messy, meaningful, and often painful parts of being human. My approach is direct, grounded in humor and authenticity, and centered on building connections that foster growth and change. I believe in meeting people exactly where they are with honesty, respect, and with a non-judgmental stance. Therapy is collaborative; we’ll laugh, sit with discomfort, get curious, do the work that healing requires, and help you reconnect with the parts of yourself that desire nurturance. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker here in Pennsylvania.
I have over 15 years of experience helping individuals navigate the messy, meaningful, and often painful parts of being human. My approach is direct, grounded in humor and authenticity, and centered on building connections that foster growth and change. I believe in meeting people exactly where they are with honesty, respect, and with a non-judgmental stance. Therapy is collaborative; we’ll laugh, sit with discomfort, get curious, do the work that healing requires, and help you reconnect with the parts of yourself that desire nurturance. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker here in Pennsylvania.
Dr. Christopher G. Deussing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, C-DBT
14 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19146
Currently, three of his primary focuses are Borderline Personality Disorder, Ketamine Therapy, & Men's Mental Health.
Dr. Deussing earned his Master's & Doctor of Clinical Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. He owns the group practice, Integrative DBT & Psychotherapy. Dr. Deussing is a proud member of Burning Man's Crisis Intervention Team & is certified in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies through the California Institute of Integral Studies.
Currently, three of his primary focuses are Borderline Personality Disorder, Ketamine Therapy, & Men's Mental Health.
Dr. Deussing earned his Master's & Doctor of Clinical Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. He owns the group practice, Integrative DBT & Psychotherapy. Dr. Deussing is a proud member of Burning Man's Crisis Intervention Team & is certified in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies through the California Institute of Integral Studies.
I have a particular interest in working with individuals with borderline personality disorder ( BPD), and/or those looking to explore interpersonal relationship concerns, attachment dynamics, and/or work on emotion regulation, self-harm, substance use, and/or impulsivity.
Hello! My approach to therapy is one of collaboration, fostering trust, and building a strong, authentic, and safe relationship with each other. I see therapy as a process, and not so much as a destination. During this process, many emotions can unfold—ones that you may be familiar with, and ones that may have felt far away. Together, I hope to create an environment where we can begin to explore anything and everything that comes to mind and heart, and see where we can make some connections between past and present along the way without judgement.
I have a particular interest in working with individuals with borderline personality disorder ( BPD), and/or those looking to explore interpersonal relationship concerns, attachment dynamics, and/or work on emotion regulation, self-harm, substance use, and/or impulsivity.
Hello! My approach to therapy is one of collaboration, fostering trust, and building a strong, authentic, and safe relationship with each other. I see therapy as a process, and not so much as a destination. During this process, many emotions can unfold—ones that you may be familiar with, and ones that may have felt far away. Together, I hope to create an environment where we can begin to explore anything and everything that comes to mind and heart, and see where we can make some connections between past and present along the way without judgement.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, kindness, and respect. I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you can share your feelings freely. My eclectic therapeutic style draws from several evidenced-based modalities, including Rogerian, Narrative, Family Systems, and DBT.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, kindness, and respect. I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you can share your feelings freely. My eclectic therapeutic style draws from several evidenced-based modalities, including Rogerian, Narrative, Family Systems, and DBT.
You may look “fine” on the outside—successful at work, showing up for family and friends—while inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected. Perhaps you’re an athlete navigating performance pressure, a student struggling with ADHD, someone carrying unresolved trauma, or a person wrestling with body image concerns. Deep down, you want steadiness, clarity, and a more compassionate relationship with yourself. I specialize in trauma therapy, EMDR, DBT, and parts work, supporting adults who are ready to move beyond coping and toward lasting change. My approach is warm, collaborative, and paced with care.
You may look “fine” on the outside—successful at work, showing up for family and friends—while inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected. Perhaps you’re an athlete navigating performance pressure, a student struggling with ADHD, someone carrying unresolved trauma, or a person wrestling with body image concerns. Deep down, you want steadiness, clarity, and a more compassionate relationship with yourself. I specialize in trauma therapy, EMDR, DBT, and parts work, supporting adults who are ready to move beyond coping and toward lasting change. My approach is warm, collaborative, and paced with care.
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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.