Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in West Chester, PA

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Jessica Gilpert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I understand that talking to someone you don't know about personal issues is difficult, so I do my best to create a safe and relaxed environment. I primarily work with individuals coping with anxiety issues, depression, borderline personality disorder, bipolar d/o, those on the autism spectrum, self-worth and relationship issues. I have a personal interest in working with veterans, college students and individuals struggling with LGBT+ issues. I'm a pretty authentic, honest person, and I like to find and highlight your strengths, especially when you struggle with that.
(610) 839-8112
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West Chester, PA 19380
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Josie Albrecht
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working with clients who want to get to the root of their struggles. These clients would like to gain insight into their symptoms, something difficult that has happened to them or to explore cycles and patterns that aren’t serving them. The clients I see often have attended therapy in the past. The clients I see also often present with attachment-based traumas, symptoms of post-traumatic stress, and difficulties in their personal and work relationships.
(484) 946-4579
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West Chester, PA 19380
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Robert D Feragotti
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Have you asked yourself the question, when will I be happy? Are certain parts of your life not "working"? Do the pressures of daily life make it difficult to relax? Are healthy relationships something you yearn for? If so, counseling may be an option. I have successfully assisted many people with these and many other concerns. Are you living the life you've envisioned? I can assist you with your journey by exploring the parts that may be preventing forward movement and, in the process, open the door to resolution and personal growth. Your level of success is limitless.
(724) 906-4194
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West Chester, PA 19382
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Amanda Dalton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Do you find yourself struggling to regulate your emotions, communicate effectively, and express yourself assertively? Have you experienced a traumatic event that left you feeling hopeless, angry, disconnected, and isolated? Do you worry or ruminate to the point where you find it difficult to be present in your life?
(215) 883-8131
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West Chester, PA 19383
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Kari Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
Verified
I am accepting clients ranging from fourteen years of age and older. I work with individuals, families, and couples. Although I have experience treating an eclectic range of concerns, ideally, my clients may be facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and PTSD. I have great expertise in treating dually-diagnosed clients, substance misuse, and mental health. The stress and hardships that come with these issues are often too much to handle on your own; please let me help.
(484) 673-6189
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West Chester, PA 19380
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Dr. Michele Pole
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Congratulations, you've take the first step toward healing which is often the most difficult! I'm glad you are seeking help and support for yourself. In my years of practice, I have witnessed the range of emotional struggle of individuals and I have been honored to walk through these struggles with my clients helping them create a life worth living.
(484) 310-6275
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West Chester, PA 19383
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Sarah DiSanto
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
My approach to therapy is focused on providing the tools and coping skills needed to manage struggles, build self awareness and enhance insight into the root cause of your internal discomfort. Building insight may involve discussing core beliefs that developed during childhood or within relational experiences and exploring how these impact your current thought patterns and behaviors. I specialize in treating women with perinatal disorders, infertility and relationship issues. I often work with individuals to enhance assertiveness, empowerment, and confidence
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West Chester, PA 19382
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Kasey Jarvis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You ask yourself if you're too sensitive and question your own reality. Are my feelings reasonable? Do I expect too much? It's hard to set boundaries that meet your needs. You want to feel loved and confident being yourself. I provide individual therapy for adults who have dealt with Narcissistic tendencies from significant others and who want to heal. If you've felt rejected, criticized, or manipulated, I know It can make relationships difficult to navigate and take a serious toll on self-esteem. By making more deliberate, conscious choices, it's possible to find healthier relationships that are secure and emotionally intimate.
(484) 262-0659
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West Chester, PA 19380
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Patrick Dowling, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MFT
Verified
Verified
I want to help you claim your best life! Helping people change has been my life's work for over 20 years. I utilize the best practices that help my clients live the life they want....not to avoid the struggle but to embrace it and triumph. While I have studied various forms of therapy..CBT, DBT, Family systems, etc., what I find most fascinating is the ongoing triumph of the human spirit over adversity. I would love to help you utilize the resources you have to successfully meet your life's challenges. "How can I be Helpful?"
(610) 643-4893
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West Chester, PA 19380
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Laurie Mawhinney-Houston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Welcome! As a Pennsylvania Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I operate from a bio/psycho/social/spiritual context. We are complex humans with complex stories and needs. I take all aspects of your story into consideration when creating a treatment plan in a collaborative manner so we can best meet your needs and goals. I have worked with people from various cultural, racial, economic, sexual preference/identify and religious backgrounds. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, family conflict, relationship conflict or navigating the stressful and overwhelming world we live in I can help.
(484) 897-6129
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West Chester, PA 19382
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Todd L Grimm
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CAADC
Verified
Verified
I believe anyone can change. My role is to help you identify what you want to be different and to develop the strategies necessary to achieve these goals. I approach people from a non-judgmental mindset, treating them with respect and dignity. Many of the people I see struggle with major life altering events such as divorce and/or addiction. Many others have come from abusive environments, which interfere with their ability to form healthy connections with others. What these people often share is the feeling of being overwhelmed. By systematically reviewing the forces creating the difficulty, peace can be yours.
(610) 429-4100
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West Chester, PA 19382
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Daniel Rodgers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MBA, LPC, CHT, CCTP
Verified
Verified
My ideal client is someone who is struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, or relationship challenges. They are motivated to make positive changes in their lives and are open to exploring new therapeutic approaches. Their goals include improving their mental health, developing healthier coping mechanisms, and building stronger relationships. They want to feel more in control of their lives, overcome their challenges, and ultimately find greater happiness and fulfillment. I work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve their goals and create a brighter and manageable future for themselves.
(484) 939-9972
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West Chester, PA 19382
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Springfield Psychological of West Chester
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
We are a friendly and professional mental health practice that has been providing outstanding and affordable therapy for adults, couples, families, teens and children since 1985. With seven locations in Havertown, King of Prussia, North Wales, Philadelphia, Sinking Spring, Springfield, and West Chester as well as flexible scheduling options, we are able to offer appointments during the daytime, evening, and weekends for your convenience. In addition, we accept most insurance plans.
(610) 364-5156
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West Chester, PA 19380
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Janette Patterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSW, LCMFT, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Life can be challenging, and often we can find ourselves at a point where we wonder how to go on. We get stuck, feel overwhelmed and discouraged and wonder what the next step is. No matter what your experience is at this time, if you feel like you can benefit from having a therapist collaborate with you to research stuck patterns and personal problems and create options for recovery and self-improvement, then consider contacting me.
(240) 770-0046
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West Chester, PA 19380
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Megan Carlson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Do you feel stuck and want to move forward into a life you love? I will help you on your journey to increase your self-understanding, learn new skills, and heal from past hurts. I specialize in trauma and use advanced techniques such as EMDR to help you process through your trauma and past hurts so that they stop negatively affecting you. If your thoughts or emotions are holding you back, I can teach you CBT and DBT skills to better manage them and help you regain control to lead you to a happier life.
(484) 282-1822
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West Chester, PA 19380
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Toni Marie Giordano
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I believe that healing occurs within the context of a relationship. Through a trusting, therapeutic relationship, one is given the opportunity to see things in a different light. My goal, as a therapist, is to help people identify what they would like to change in their lives and how to work toward this change.
(484) 786-0464
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West Chester, PA 19382
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Caitlin Cassidy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My clients come to me with a wide variety of concerns related to anxiety, depression, confusion, low self-esteem, life transitions and adjustments, impulsive behaviors (e.g., substance use, binge eating, self-harm), etc. There is no problem too big or too small, and you are brave for considering therapy. No matter what you are searching for, I believe change is possible and therapy can help.
(484) 878-3147
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West Chester, PA 19382
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Andrea Morganstein
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Current appt. availability on my website. People come to me because they are struggling and feel stuck. I specialize in working with adults and children/families who are challenged by anxiety, ADHD, or "Asperger's" but have experience with many different issues. My approach involves providing info about how the brain works, how to use it as your ally instead of an enemy, and how to find strength in the very things that challenge you. (ex: There are so many wonderful things about having ADHD!) I do this in the context of interpersonal relationships where we talk about things like identity and communication/conflict resolution skills.
(610) 314-0799
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West Chester, PA 19380
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Jon Lauriello
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
***not accepting new clients and I am only able to accept telehealth cases going forward*** I practice with adults and teens. I specialize in ADHD, Autism, academic functioning, and anxiety. Additionally, I have extensive experience with LGBTQA individuals. I have an approach that includes a heavy emphasis on behavioral approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Applied Behavior Analysis. I also integrate existentialist approaches that focus on creating meaning in your personal and professional life.
(844) 394-9560
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West Chester, PA 19382
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Kelly Kowalchuk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical social worker passionate about helping adults who are grieving learn to accept the reality of their loss and to find balance and adjust to their new world. In grief, you are likely feeling overwhelmed as you swing along the spectrum of difficult emotions including despair, guilt, anger, hopelessness, irritability, and more. There is no right way to grieve, and together we will work narratively through the tasks of grief in a judgment-free, compassion-filled, virtual space where you can unburden yourself of all the difficult thoughts and emotions to restore balance to your whole self - mind, body & spirit.
(484) 946-3989
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West Chester, PA 19380
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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.