Personality Disorders Therapists in 90017

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Erica Krakovitz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addictive behaviors, personality disorders, gender/sexual identity issues, and relational strains.
Currently accepting new clients. Our greatest accomplishments involve conquering our fears and insecurities. I integrate psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy and somatic experiencing therapy to empower clients with self-awareness, insights, and skills necessary to overcome their maladaptive patterns and achieve the lives they desire. As someone who has been on this journey myself, my passion and purpose is to guide others down this path.
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addictive behaviors, personality disorders, gender/sexual identity issues, and relational strains.
Currently accepting new clients. Our greatest accomplishments involve conquering our fears and insecurities. I integrate psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy and somatic experiencing therapy to empower clients with self-awareness, insights, and skills necessary to overcome their maladaptive patterns and achieve the lives they desire. As someone who has been on this journey myself, my passion and purpose is to guide others down this path.
(213) 212-7646 View (213) 212-7646
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Dr Nev Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017
My interest is working with people suffering with developmental trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, coping with daily life stress and parenting and family issues.
"The pain is there; when you close one door on it, it knocks to come in somewhere else..." (Dr. Irvin D. Yalom). The process of psychotherapy is uncovering the pain, either developmental, situation specific or just existential, and working through it within the bounds of a trusting, accepting and empathetic therapeutic relationship. Throughout the process, I will help you uncover and become comfortable with your authentic self, while bringing into the consciousness some of the themes and motives that have unconsciously ruled your life and became a part of who you are.
My interest is working with people suffering with developmental trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, coping with daily life stress and parenting and family issues.
"The pain is there; when you close one door on it, it knocks to come in somewhere else..." (Dr. Irvin D. Yalom). The process of psychotherapy is uncovering the pain, either developmental, situation specific or just existential, and working through it within the bounds of a trusting, accepting and empathetic therapeutic relationship. Throughout the process, I will help you uncover and become comfortable with your authentic self, while bringing into the consciousness some of the themes and motives that have unconsciously ruled your life and became a part of who you are.
(626) 238-0289 View (626) 238-0289
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Two Chairs - Los Angeles
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, PsyD, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Two Chairs was founded in 2017 with a mission to build a world where everyone has access to exceptional mental healthcare. We're creating a better experience for both patients and clinicians by starting with an in-depth, research-backed matching process to ensure the ideal patient-therapist fit, offering hybrid care that gives patients and clinicians flexibility between in-person and virtual sessions, and measuring outcomes to ensure patients get better faster.
Two Chairs was founded in 2017 with a mission to build a world where everyone has access to exceptional mental healthcare. We're creating a better experience for both patients and clinicians by starting with an in-depth, research-backed matching process to ensure the ideal patient-therapist fit, offering hybrid care that gives patients and clinicians flexibility between in-person and virtual sessions, and measuring outcomes to ensure patients get better faster.
(323) 622-4839 View (323) 622-4839
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Dan Fink
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Life is messy, relationships are difficult, and struggling alone is overwhelming. We need supportive relationships to get our needs met and we need awareness of our own relational style to build those relationships. This includes how we engage with others, the assumptions we make, and how we manage ruptures. I believe we are only as happy and healthy as the communities that support us, so seeking additional community connections is an important part of my approach. We all need support to integrate the frequently demanding and often competing parts of their lives.
Life is messy, relationships are difficult, and struggling alone is overwhelming. We need supportive relationships to get our needs met and we need awareness of our own relational style to build those relationships. This includes how we engage with others, the assumptions we make, and how we manage ruptures. I believe we are only as happy and healthy as the communities that support us, so seeking additional community connections is an important part of my approach. We all need support to integrate the frequently demanding and often competing parts of their lives.
(310) 361-5655 View (310) 361-5655
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Kambria Caldwell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Accepting clients in CA & NV. Radical Self Love is setting boundaries without feeling guilty. It is putting yourself first instead of second, third, fourth or fifth. It is making those hard decisions now so that you can reap the benefits in the future. Experiencing chronic worry, difficulty concentrating or getting things done? Are you dealing with a highly stressful situation or struggling to cope with things from the past that you haven't spoken about before? Let's talk about it and work together on goals that make life worth living. We are meant to thrive and operate from our highest selves! Come join me on the self love journey!
Accepting clients in CA & NV. Radical Self Love is setting boundaries without feeling guilty. It is putting yourself first instead of second, third, fourth or fifth. It is making those hard decisions now so that you can reap the benefits in the future. Experiencing chronic worry, difficulty concentrating or getting things done? Are you dealing with a highly stressful situation or struggling to cope with things from the past that you haven't spoken about before? Let's talk about it and work together on goals that make life worth living. We are meant to thrive and operate from our highest selves! Come join me on the self love journey!
(818) 649-2117 View (818) 649-2117
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Chandler Sims Chang
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Dr. Chang, founder of Therapy Lab and TL Kids (formerly Golden Hour Therapy), has provided science-based psychological treatment in downtown Los Angeles since 2008. Using evidence-based treatments and a compassionate approach, she offers expertise based on a decade of experience at prestigious research-oriented psychology programs, including UCLA and NYU's Child Study Center, with degrees from Princeton University and The University of Georgia.
Dr. Chang, founder of Therapy Lab and TL Kids (formerly Golden Hour Therapy), has provided science-based psychological treatment in downtown Los Angeles since 2008. Using evidence-based treatments and a compassionate approach, she offers expertise based on a decade of experience at prestigious research-oriented psychology programs, including UCLA and NYU's Child Study Center, with degrees from Princeton University and The University of Georgia.
(323) 275-9242 View (323) 275-9242
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Joseph Futerman Jungian Psychotherapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Are you stuck? Are you worried that you're crazy? Have you given up the things you love doing? Have you lost touch with your purpose in life? Sometimes we all feel and think this way, but if you are living in pain then I would like to help you. If we work together I will help you discover your joy, your purpose, and the authentic, powerful, courageous, and resourceful person I know you to be. So if you need help to discover or rediscover your true self, then give me a call and we will begin our work together.
Are you stuck? Are you worried that you're crazy? Have you given up the things you love doing? Have you lost touch with your purpose in life? Sometimes we all feel and think this way, but if you are living in pain then I would like to help you. If we work together I will help you discover your joy, your purpose, and the authentic, powerful, courageous, and resourceful person I know you to be. So if you need help to discover or rediscover your true self, then give me a call and we will begin our work together.
(562) 553-8601 View (562) 553-8601
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPCC, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
(562) 685-9636 View (562) 685-9636
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Viktoria Cicolli
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017
I'd like to begin by praising you for reaching this juncture in your journey. Embarking on the quest to find the right therapist can often be fraught with stress and anxiety, and the task of discovering a suitable match can sometimes appear insurmountable. In my perspective, one of the fundamental tenets of psychotherapy is the creation of a secure, collaborative, and mutually respectful partnership where significant personal development can flourish.
I'd like to begin by praising you for reaching this juncture in your journey. Embarking on the quest to find the right therapist can often be fraught with stress and anxiety, and the task of discovering a suitable match can sometimes appear insurmountable. In my perspective, one of the fundamental tenets of psychotherapy is the creation of a secure, collaborative, and mutually respectful partnership where significant personal development can flourish.
(310) 906-2740 View (310) 906-2740
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David Burke
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90017
I help people identify the deeper causes of their problems and make important changes in their lives. As a psychologist in practice for 20 years, I have experience working with a wide range of problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, poor self-esteem, work-related stress, difficulty managing emotions, sexuality concerns, and addictions/compulsions. I have a particular expertise in helping individuals and couples work through relationship problems. My aim is to help people to develop greater self-awareness and internal strength, find meaning and hope, and create more satisfying relationships.
I help people identify the deeper causes of their problems and make important changes in their lives. As a psychologist in practice for 20 years, I have experience working with a wide range of problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, poor self-esteem, work-related stress, difficulty managing emotions, sexuality concerns, and addictions/compulsions. I have a particular expertise in helping individuals and couples work through relationship problems. My aim is to help people to develop greater self-awareness and internal strength, find meaning and hope, and create more satisfying relationships.
(310) 844-2770 View (310) 844-2770
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Connor McClenahan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017
I help lawyers reduce anxiety so they can make courageous changes in their lives. Sometimes it feels impossible to slow down. You want to enjoy close relationships without worrying about work, and set boundaries so you can actually enjoy time off. Maybe you look around and wonder how other people seem to do it all. You feel heavy, anxious, and exhausted. What you need is a better way to manage difficult emotions so you can feel like yourself again.
I help lawyers reduce anxiety so they can make courageous changes in their lives. Sometimes it feels impossible to slow down. You want to enjoy close relationships without worrying about work, and set boundaries so you can actually enjoy time off. Maybe you look around and wonder how other people seem to do it all. You feel heavy, anxious, and exhausted. What you need is a better way to manage difficult emotions so you can feel like yourself again.
(626) 317-6842 View (626) 317-6842
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Sophie Wasson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017  (Online Only)
I create a safe space for patients to become curious about their thoughts and feelings to help find relief from any kind of psychological distress. I believe that as we develop clarity about our internal experiences, a newfound awareness emerges, which allows us to let go of negative patterns and to live life more fully. My approach is exploratory, collaborative, playful and pragmatic. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance; I treat each patient with respect, compassion, and genuineness,
I create a safe space for patients to become curious about their thoughts and feelings to help find relief from any kind of psychological distress. I believe that as we develop clarity about our internal experiences, a newfound awareness emerges, which allows us to let go of negative patterns and to live life more fully. My approach is exploratory, collaborative, playful and pragmatic. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance; I treat each patient with respect, compassion, and genuineness,
(818) 483-9244 View (818) 483-9244
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Wilfredo Canizalez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, IMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017
I believe you're here for a reason, and that God has a purpose for you. Depression, anxiety, marital issues, eating disorders, and many other problems, keep us from living full lives. I became a therapist because I have a passion for helping people who are hurting, and want more out of life. I believe my greatest strength is helping people find the missing keys needed to make positive change. I believe I connect well with my clients by not judging them and by empathizing with their struggles. I am passionate about helping people find the happiness they're looking for.
I believe you're here for a reason, and that God has a purpose for you. Depression, anxiety, marital issues, eating disorders, and many other problems, keep us from living full lives. I became a therapist because I have a passion for helping people who are hurting, and want more out of life. I believe my greatest strength is helping people find the missing keys needed to make positive change. I believe I connect well with my clients by not judging them and by empathizing with their struggles. I am passionate about helping people find the happiness they're looking for.
(818) 272-1095 View (818) 272-1095
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Here Counseling
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Our therapists can help you reduce anxiety and depression. You've probably always wanted to be able to feel calm in the midst of difficult situations, maybe for your whole life. But instead, you're losing sleep, relationships feel fragile, and feelings like depression and anxiety dominate your day, making normal tasks seem impossible. You need things to be different.
Our therapists can help you reduce anxiety and depression. You've probably always wanted to be able to feel calm in the midst of difficult situations, maybe for your whole life. But instead, you're losing sleep, relationships feel fragile, and feelings like depression and anxiety dominate your day, making normal tasks seem impossible. You need things to be different.
(626) 774-7827 View (626) 774-7827
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Christine Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Waitlist for new clients
My practice is virtual over the phone or via zoom all you need to do is find a quiet space. My practice style is experiential, goal directed, and CBT oriented. I am available 4 days a week Monday-Thursday from 10am-7pm (hours may be adjusted). With me as your therapist, you can expect to be heard and seen from empathetic and nonjudgmental space. I can help you to develop insight into mental/physical aliments, and give you tools that you can use to move through some of life most difficult moments.
My practice is virtual over the phone or via zoom all you need to do is find a quiet space. My practice style is experiential, goal directed, and CBT oriented. I am available 4 days a week Monday-Thursday from 10am-7pm (hours may be adjusted). With me as your therapist, you can expect to be heard and seen from empathetic and nonjudgmental space. I can help you to develop insight into mental/physical aliments, and give you tools that you can use to move through some of life most difficult moments.
(424) 396-5396 View (424) 396-5396
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Jade Wranosky
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90017  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Jade believes that genuine moments of understanding create a sense of truth and authenticity. She considers both insight and responsibility as essential components for generating meaningful, lasting change.
Dr. Jade believes that genuine moments of understanding create a sense of truth and authenticity. She considers both insight and responsibility as essential components for generating meaningful, lasting change.
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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.