Personality Disorders Therapists in Philadelphia, PA

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Dr. Cheyenne Fisher
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in personality disorders, and I especially enjoy working with schizoid and borderline personality structures.
One of my favorite things to do is understand how people work. This drives my treatment approach to include deep exploration of symptoms to get to the root of maladaptive patterns. I believe long term change stems from understanding and processing how one’s past is currently influencing one’s present. This includes a focus on using self-reflection and self-examination to explore and change the psychological root of emotional distress.
I specialize in personality disorders, and I especially enjoy working with schizoid and borderline personality structures.
One of my favorite things to do is understand how people work. This drives my treatment approach to include deep exploration of symptoms to get to the root of maladaptive patterns. I believe long term change stems from understanding and processing how one’s past is currently influencing one’s present. This includes a focus on using self-reflection and self-examination to explore and change the psychological root of emotional distress.
(757) 828-5927 View (757) 828-5927
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Katherine Bumbernick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
My treatment specialties include perinatal and postpartum disorder treatment (including associated issues related to infertility, miscarriages, delivery trauma, and grief and loss issues), veteran's issues, personality disorders, psychosis, forensic treatment, competency restoration, existentialism, and treating other mental health clinicians.
I am passionate about working towards empowering you to foster resilience, overcome distress, and feeling stuck. My approach is direct, empathetic, existentially-centered, holistic, solution-based, and future-focused. I want to help you establish goals that are reflective of your individual, professional, partnered, and parental spheres and work on cohesive integration of those domains. We will address trauma, mood dysregulation, interpersonal relationship issues, and personal growth.
My treatment specialties include perinatal and postpartum disorder treatment (including associated issues related to infertility, miscarriages, delivery trauma, and grief and loss issues), veteran's issues, personality disorders, psychosis, forensic treatment, competency restoration, existentialism, and treating other mental health clinicians.
I am passionate about working towards empowering you to foster resilience, overcome distress, and feeling stuck. My approach is direct, empathetic, existentially-centered, holistic, solution-based, and future-focused. I want to help you establish goals that are reflective of your individual, professional, partnered, and parental spheres and work on cohesive integration of those domains. We will address trauma, mood dysregulation, interpersonal relationship issues, and personal growth.
(724) 399-3122 View (724) 399-3122
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Melody Dascanio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, C-PD, CCTP-II, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Have you had these thoughts? Are you anxious, depressed, a chronic people pleaser? Have your "loved ones" blamed you for "everything that is wrong"? Do you hate the way they act around you, but then a few memories of when they were nice make you feel guilty for having those thoughts (cognitive dissonance)? This is all normal if you have experienced narcissistic abuse or emotionally immature parents.
This type of trauma dysregulates the nervous system and must be approached with both somatic and cognitive techniques. I have completed training under some of the best; including Sandra Brown, Dr. Ramani, Patrick Teahan, and Lindsay Gibson to ensure that my skills will meet your needs.
Have you had these thoughts? Are you anxious, depressed, a chronic people pleaser? Have your "loved ones" blamed you for "everything that is wrong"? Do you hate the way they act around you, but then a few memories of when they were nice make you feel guilty for having those thoughts (cognitive dissonance)? This is all normal if you have experienced narcissistic abuse or emotionally immature parents.
This type of trauma dysregulates the nervous system and must be approached with both somatic and cognitive techniques. I have completed training under some of the best; including Sandra Brown, Dr. Ramani, Patrick Teahan, and Lindsay Gibson to ensure that my skills will meet your needs.
(484) 380-9979 View (484) 380-9979
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Amanda Gigante
LCSW, MSW, MSS, RYT-200
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm experienced in helping adult children with narcissistic parents, and those recovering from abusive romantic relationships.
With warmth, compassion and humor, I can help you understand patterns in your life, so that you're empowered to make choices in alignment with your true self. I'm fascinated by relationships, and how our early attachment experiences influence our connection with self and others. Maybe you've felt distance from your own heart, and therapy is a way
I'm experienced in helping adult children with narcissistic parents, and those recovering from abusive romantic relationships.
With warmth, compassion and humor, I can help you understand patterns in your life, so that you're empowered to make choices in alignment with your true self. I'm fascinated by relationships, and how our early attachment experiences influence our connection with self and others. Maybe you've felt distance from your own heart, and therapy is a way
(267) 668-2994 View (267) 668-2994
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Jessica Michaels
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience specializing in Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, and Trauma.
I utilize a collaborative approach that integrates evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and person-centered techniques, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). These techniques will help challenge existing belief and help you learn strategies to live your best life. I also integrate psychometric testing when appropriate.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience specializing in Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, and Trauma.
I utilize a collaborative approach that integrates evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and person-centered techniques, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). These techniques will help challenge existing belief and help you learn strategies to live your best life. I also integrate psychometric testing when appropriate.
(717) 734-5414 View (717) 734-5414
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Brian Joseph Nuckols
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I specialize in working with people suffering from Childhood PTSD & narcissistic abuse.
I specialize in treating issues stemming from narcissistic abuse, complex trauma, childhood PTSD. My approach goes beyond symptom management, focusing on addressing the root causes of these challenges. By integrating body-based techniques and relational methods, I help clients uncover and heal the deeper issues.
I specialize in working with people suffering from Childhood PTSD & narcissistic abuse.
I specialize in treating issues stemming from narcissistic abuse, complex trauma, childhood PTSD. My approach goes beyond symptom management, focusing on addressing the root causes of these challenges. By integrating body-based techniques and relational methods, I help clients uncover and heal the deeper issues.
(412) 903-3606 View (412) 903-3606
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Maria Ximena Cortada
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialize in anxiety and depressive disorders, codependency and relationship issues, self-esteem, phase of life transitions, personality disorders, and forensics among others.
Hi, my name is Maria Ximena, a licensed psychotherapist, that's passionate about improving the lives of others by fostering mental health well-being. If you're seeking a therapist that works with you side by side, focusing on your strengths while intervening in areas that need attention, then you are in the right place.
I specialize in anxiety and depressive disorders, codependency and relationship issues, self-esteem, phase of life transitions, personality disorders, and forensics among others.
Hi, my name is Maria Ximena, a licensed psychotherapist, that's passionate about improving the lives of others by fostering mental health well-being. If you're seeking a therapist that works with you side by side, focusing on your strengths while intervening in areas that need attention, then you are in the right place.
(484) 739-8277 View (484) 739-8277
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Elizabeth Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DBT-C
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103
I specialize in trauma, personality disorders, addiction disorders, LGBTQIA+ issues, body positivity, HIV/AIDS, forensic issues, immigrant/refugee issues, women's issues, and civil rights/social justice.
I will teach you how to live fully in each moment, be unapologetically and authentically you, cope with stress more effectively, regulate your emotions, and improve your relationships with others. My ideal client is ready to work with me, as i support and guide them. I will work with you if you feel like you're doing mostly ok, and I will work with you if you feel like you are a mess and don't even know where to start. Healing is hard work, but it's so worthwhile and I'd love to help you get to the other side and be able to live your best life as your best, most authentic self.
I specialize in trauma, personality disorders, addiction disorders, LGBTQIA+ issues, body positivity, HIV/AIDS, forensic issues, immigrant/refugee issues, women's issues, and civil rights/social justice.
I will teach you how to live fully in each moment, be unapologetically and authentically you, cope with stress more effectively, regulate your emotions, and improve your relationships with others. My ideal client is ready to work with me, as i support and guide them. I will work with you if you feel like you're doing mostly ok, and I will work with you if you feel like you are a mess and don't even know where to start. Healing is hard work, but it's so worthwhile and I'd love to help you get to the other side and be able to live your best life as your best, most authentic self.
(267) 732-1251 View (267) 732-1251
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Cara Toniola
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have extensive experience treating individuals dealing with Eating Disorders, Body Image, Self-Esteem, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Anxiety, Depression and OCD.
Do you feel stuck in a constant cycle of rumination about food, weight and body image? It is important to know that you are not alone. Have you felt on edge, nervous and depressed? If you are struggling with disordered eating and mental health concerns, there is HOPE! In identifying core values and learning new coping skills, I am here to be your biggest cheerleader throughout this journey. Together, we will try a multitude of therapeutic techniques until we find the one that works for the challenges you are facing.
I have extensive experience treating individuals dealing with Eating Disorders, Body Image, Self-Esteem, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Anxiety, Depression and OCD.
Do you feel stuck in a constant cycle of rumination about food, weight and body image? It is important to know that you are not alone. Have you felt on edge, nervous and depressed? If you are struggling with disordered eating and mental health concerns, there is HOPE! In identifying core values and learning new coping skills, I am here to be your biggest cheerleader throughout this journey. Together, we will try a multitude of therapeutic techniques until we find the one that works for the challenges you are facing.
(267) 551-5406 View (267) 551-5406
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Julia Bunch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Online Only
My work centers around helping clients heal from traumatic experiences by learning to cope with symptoms and behaviors associated with trauma and related mental health diagnoses including anxiety, depression, OCD, and mood and personality disorders.
You can expect to feel heard, validated, and supported as we begin to explore the patterns which may be keeping you stuck. We will then identify your goals as we work together so that you can gain the knowledge, insight, and tools to understand yourself and your personal strengths while building resiliency so that you can live life on your own terms.
My work centers around helping clients heal from traumatic experiences by learning to cope with symptoms and behaviors associated with trauma and related mental health diagnoses including anxiety, depression, OCD, and mood and personality disorders.
You can expect to feel heard, validated, and supported as we begin to explore the patterns which may be keeping you stuck. We will then identify your goals as we work together so that you can gain the knowledge, insight, and tools to understand yourself and your personal strengths while building resiliency so that you can live life on your own terms.
(267) 532-9730 View (267) 532-9730
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Dr. John Howe
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19119
I am a licensed psychologist with 35 years experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, sexual and relationship issues, and the effects of personality disorders.
I offer psychotherapy to help you change damaging or unhealthy behaviors that affect your relationships with others and with yourself. It is possible to become aware of the causes and reduce or stop your disturbing and upsetting behaviors and make more healthy and satisfying choices.
I am a licensed psychologist with 35 years experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, sexual and relationship issues, and the effects of personality disorders.
I offer psychotherapy to help you change damaging or unhealthy behaviors that affect your relationships with others and with yourself. It is possible to become aware of the causes and reduce or stop your disturbing and upsetting behaviors and make more healthy and satisfying choices.
(215) 565-0317 View (215) 565-0317
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Christina Calkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103
As an LPC specializing in Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Trauma/PTSD, my passion lies in supporting individuals who have experienced traumatic events.
Be it grief, low self-esteem, or family issues—My approach focuses on exploring current barriers, assessing codependency patterns, and collaboratively creating actionable goals. With empathy and professionalism, I guide you through your journey, helping you gain insight and build resilience in a supportive environment.
As an LPC specializing in Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Trauma/PTSD, my passion lies in supporting individuals who have experienced traumatic events.
Be it grief, low self-esteem, or family issues—My approach focuses on exploring current barriers, assessing codependency patterns, and collaboratively creating actionable goals. With empathy and professionalism, I guide you through your journey, helping you gain insight and build resilience in a supportive environment.
(267) 459-9737 View (267) 459-9737
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Elizabeth M Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I specialize in trauma, personality disorders, addiction disorders, LGBTQIA+ issues, body positivity, HIV/AIDS, forensic issues, immigrant/refugee issues, women's issues, and civil rights/social justice.
My ideal client is ready to do the work. Healing and growth can be messy and painful at times, but it's so worthwhile. I can help if you feel like you're doing mostly ok and just need someone to hold space, and I can help if you feel like you are lost and don't even know where to begin. I will teach you how to live fully in each moment, to be unapologetically and authentically you, to cope with stress and regulate your emotions more effectively, and to improve your relationships with others. It is my honor to help you toward living your best, most fulfilling life.
I specialize in trauma, personality disorders, addiction disorders, LGBTQIA+ issues, body positivity, HIV/AIDS, forensic issues, immigrant/refugee issues, women's issues, and civil rights/social justice.
My ideal client is ready to do the work. Healing and growth can be messy and painful at times, but it's so worthwhile. I can help if you feel like you're doing mostly ok and just need someone to hold space, and I can help if you feel like you are lost and don't even know where to begin. I will teach you how to live fully in each moment, to be unapologetically and authentically you, to cope with stress and regulate your emotions more effectively, and to improve your relationships with others. It is my honor to help you toward living your best, most fulfilling life.
(717) 788-5518 View (717) 788-5518
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Dan Livney
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I also work with patients who have personality disorders, which are patterns of having unsatisfying personal relationships.
How does the "talking cure" help? It might have even been called the "listening cure." Having a helpful and supportive ear is something many people find they need at various transition points in their lives. Having a safe place to talk, in a warm and supportive environment, is crucial. The tool of our work is the relationship and, as research has shown, is the most important predictor of success in psychotherapy. I enjoy working with my patients as they seek to find their way to a richer and more fulfilling life.
I also work with patients who have personality disorders, which are patterns of having unsatisfying personal relationships.
How does the "talking cure" help? It might have even been called the "listening cure." Having a helpful and supportive ear is something many people find they need at various transition points in their lives. Having a safe place to talk, in a warm and supportive environment, is crucial. The tool of our work is the relationship and, as research has shown, is the most important predictor of success in psychotherapy. I enjoy working with my patients as they seek to find their way to a richer and more fulfilling life.
(484) 577-2944 View (484) 577-2944
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Nisha Bhatt
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Some of my specialties include trauma, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, depression, substance use, HIV psychology, immigration, and chronic illness.
I integrate multiple treatment models in my work to personalize care for individuals. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and psychodynamic therapy to connect with you and find what approaches resonate best with you and your current needs.
Some of my specialties include trauma, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, depression, substance use, HIV psychology, immigration, and chronic illness.
I integrate multiple treatment models in my work to personalize care for individuals. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and psychodynamic therapy to connect with you and find what approaches resonate best with you and your current needs.
(267) 459-3537 View (267) 459-3537
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Sara Johnson
Associate Professional Counselor , MA, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102
I specialize in anxiety, depression, emotional and narcissistic abuse, Trauma/PTSD, ACA / ACoA recovery for adult children of alcoholics and family dysfunction, Personality Disorders, and ADHD.
Treatment will focus on areas of instability and address deficiencies in executive and relational functioning. Trauma work is a layered process. Modality will depend on your goals and preparation. I am trained in EMDR, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapy, prolonged exposure therapy, and parts work IFS therapy.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, emotional and narcissistic abuse, Trauma/PTSD, ACA / ACoA recovery for adult children of alcoholics and family dysfunction, Personality Disorders, and ADHD.
Treatment will focus on areas of instability and address deficiencies in executive and relational functioning. Trauma work is a layered process. Modality will depend on your goals and preparation. I am trained in EMDR, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapy, prolonged exposure therapy, and parts work IFS therapy.
(215) 910-4075 View (215) 910-4075
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Thomas A Bartlett
Psychologist, MA, FIPA
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19146
I work with a wide range of problems: work and relationships struggles, depression, anxiety, insomnia, alcohol abuse, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, personality disorders and many other matters people bring up.
I have extensive training in psychoanalysis, existential and cognitive behavioral therapies, as well as a personal practice of yoga and meditation. I can accept PPO and Choice plans as an Out of Network Provider and will handle billing insurance for you. Fully vaccinated, I will meet via Zoom or in my office .
I work with a wide range of problems: work and relationships struggles, depression, anxiety, insomnia, alcohol abuse, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, personality disorders and many other matters people bring up.
I have extensive training in psychoanalysis, existential and cognitive behavioral therapies, as well as a personal practice of yoga and meditation. I can accept PPO and Choice plans as an Out of Network Provider and will handle billing insurance for you. Fully vaccinated, I will meet via Zoom or in my office .
(267) 419-6440 View (267) 419-6440
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Valerie Anne Davis
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19151
I specialize in Anger Management, Depression, Finding Happiness, Personality Disorders such as ADHD, Autism, and OCD, Relationships, Grief, Self-Esteem, Marriage, Self-Defeat, etc.
I specialize in helping clients to become focused as they set their goals through the challenging events that is taking place in their lives. I help them to see that they do not have to be in fear when it comes to setting their goals. They can relax while setting their goals one at a time at a pace that is comfortable for them.
I specialize in Anger Management, Depression, Finding Happiness, Personality Disorders such as ADHD, Autism, and OCD, Relationships, Grief, Self-Esteem, Marriage, Self-Defeat, etc.
I specialize in helping clients to become focused as they set their goals through the challenging events that is taking place in their lives. I help them to see that they do not have to be in fear when it comes to setting their goals. They can relax while setting their goals one at a time at a pace that is comfortable for them.
(267) 613-9514 View (267) 613-9514
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David Juncos
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Online Only
I work with people who experience symptoms from a wide variety of clinical disorders (Anxiety, Substance Use Disorders, AD/HD and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and others) and common non-clinical problems (perfectionism, self-criticism and shame, problematic anger, marital or relationship distress).
Hi - my name is David Juncos, I'm a licensed clinical psychologist in PA & NJ. Thank you for visiting my page, I take great pride in being able to help people work through their issues successfully! I believe the best therapy is a combination of an empathic interpersonal style with the proper application of evidence-based approaches. Together, we will work towards accomplishing your goals at your own pace, in a comfortable setting.
I work with people who experience symptoms from a wide variety of clinical disorders (Anxiety, Substance Use Disorders, AD/HD and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and others) and common non-clinical problems (perfectionism, self-criticism and shame, problematic anger, marital or relationship distress).
Hi - my name is David Juncos, I'm a licensed clinical psychologist in PA & NJ. Thank you for visiting my page, I take great pride in being able to help people work through their issues successfully! I believe the best therapy is a combination of an empathic interpersonal style with the proper application of evidence-based approaches. Together, we will work towards accomplishing your goals at your own pace, in a comfortable setting.
(484) 613-3489 View (484) 613-3489
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Kathryn Nevin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
It's wonderful to see you seeking support and making strides to connect here! I'm here to assist with various challenges like anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, self-harm, and personality disorders.
I typically adopt a gentle approach, aiming to offer comfort and alleviate your symptoms. Additionally, you can anticipate gaining insights into the neuroscience of anxiety and trauma, as well as acquiring a variety of coping techniques to expand your toolkit.
It's wonderful to see you seeking support and making strides to connect here! I'm here to assist with various challenges like anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, self-harm, and personality disorders.
I typically adopt a gentle approach, aiming to offer comfort and alleviate your symptoms. Additionally, you can anticipate gaining insights into the neuroscience of anxiety and trauma, as well as acquiring a variety of coping techniques to expand your toolkit.
(215) 608-5627 View (215) 608-5627
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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.