Personality Disorders Therapists in 90068
I work with adults, couples, children, and families on conditions ranging from mood and personality disorders to relationship and family difficulties.
Do you long for a fuller, happier, or more creative life? Have you worked with other therapists and made little progress with your anxiety or depression? Are you having difficulty communicating and connecting in your romantic or family relationships? Have you been diagnosed with bipolar disorder or experienced psychosis? Are you just feeling stuck in your life? Do you imagine that you could benefit from a supportive and confidential therapeutic relationship?
I work with adults, couples, children, and families on conditions ranging from mood and personality disorders to relationship and family difficulties.
Do you long for a fuller, happier, or more creative life? Have you worked with other therapists and made little progress with your anxiety or depression? Are you having difficulty communicating and connecting in your romantic or family relationships? Have you been diagnosed with bipolar disorder or experienced psychosis? Are you just feeling stuck in your life? Do you imagine that you could benefit from a supportive and confidential therapeutic relationship?
My experience spans many years working with anxiety, depression, OCD, addictions, personality disorders, eating disorders, profound grief/loss, single episode and complex PTSD.
My primary goal is to help restore the power of the individual, to the individual. It is difficult to create ourselves to our true self until we uncreate the thinking and believing that is causing our distress because "whatever we resist, persists." To empower those I work with to see acceptance as a possible way out of their distress by realizing their true control in any given situation. This begins to uncreate the old thinking and responses that lead to further distress. To help those heal to freedom by removing danger, not increasing it, by providing effective tools of creation through improved thought, word and action.
My experience spans many years working with anxiety, depression, OCD, addictions, personality disorders, eating disorders, profound grief/loss, single episode and complex PTSD.
My primary goal is to help restore the power of the individual, to the individual. It is difficult to create ourselves to our true self until we uncreate the thinking and believing that is causing our distress because "whatever we resist, persists." To empower those I work with to see acceptance as a possible way out of their distress by realizing their true control in any given situation. This begins to uncreate the old thinking and responses that lead to further distress. To help those heal to freedom by removing danger, not increasing it, by providing effective tools of creation through improved thought, word and action.
Barbara Benoualid
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90068 (Online Only)
I speak French and English. I am caring and want you to feel comfortable exploring and uncovering the patterns that are hindering your life or keeping you feeling stuck. Together we can make sense of your patterns, as we explore your past and present- revealing your strengths and your pain. You'll learn new tools that will help you move forward differently. Your treatment will be tailored to meet your unique personality & goals. You don't need to be alone with your thoughts, feelings, pain, sadness or confusion. Let's talk.
I speak French and English. I am caring and want you to feel comfortable exploring and uncovering the patterns that are hindering your life or keeping you feeling stuck. Together we can make sense of your patterns, as we explore your past and present- revealing your strengths and your pain. You'll learn new tools that will help you move forward differently. Your treatment will be tailored to meet your unique personality & goals. You don't need to be alone with your thoughts, feelings, pain, sadness or confusion. Let's talk.
DeShannon Williamson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90068 (Online Only)
I offer expertise in evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. I use a collaborative and strengths-based approach that integrates cultural factors as appropriate. I was raised in an inner-city, urban area, and I carry a high level of understanding for individuals that come from marginalized environments like myself. I also specialize in professional and work stress. I have been a business owner, philanthropist, and investor for almost 30 years. I have experience with high output career stress and how it can affect us.
I offer expertise in evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. I use a collaborative and strengths-based approach that integrates cultural factors as appropriate. I was raised in an inner-city, urban area, and I carry a high level of understanding for individuals that come from marginalized environments like myself. I also specialize in professional and work stress. I have been a business owner, philanthropist, and investor for almost 30 years. I have experience with high output career stress and how it can affect us.
Melissa Dellens
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90068 (Online Only)
You may come here looking because there are parts of yourself you feel like you must hide. You may feel like there are conflicts with who you are, and how you currently present in the world. You may be coming to a deeper understanding of your gender or sexual identity. It can be hard to know how to talk to your family and friends. This can be a scary time filled with a lot of fear, curiosity, uncertainty, and grief; all of which can complicate your relationship with your family and friends. Together we can explore ways to find a little more ease in the journey.
You may come here looking because there are parts of yourself you feel like you must hide. You may feel like there are conflicts with who you are, and how you currently present in the world. You may be coming to a deeper understanding of your gender or sexual identity. It can be hard to know how to talk to your family and friends. This can be a scary time filled with a lot of fear, curiosity, uncertainty, and grief; all of which can complicate your relationship with your family and friends. Together we can explore ways to find a little more ease in the journey.
For 30 years, I have enjoyed assisting clients in working through a range of problems including anxiety and depression, relationship conflicts, grief and loss, career concerns, life transitions and creative blocks. My style is integrative and I tailor my approach to the specific needs of each client. I specialize in working with couples who are struggling with communication and intimacy problems. I work collaboratively to help both individuals and couples find a greater sense of well-being. Clients have said they appreciate my sense of humor, approachability and the relaxing environment I provide.
For 30 years, I have enjoyed assisting clients in working through a range of problems including anxiety and depression, relationship conflicts, grief and loss, career concerns, life transitions and creative blocks. My style is integrative and I tailor my approach to the specific needs of each client. I specialize in working with couples who are struggling with communication and intimacy problems. I work collaboratively to help both individuals and couples find a greater sense of well-being. Clients have said they appreciate my sense of humor, approachability and the relaxing environment I provide.
Marco A Viteri
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90068 (Online Only)
Life has gotten more difficult for many of us. Some questions that I invite you to think about: Are you struggling with understanding and regulating your emotions? Are you worried that the ways you cope with stress and everyday life are harming your health or your relationships? Is your past keeping you from being in the present moment or affecting how you view the future? Do you struggle to feel a sense of worthiness and belonging? The skills you learn will help you with regaining control of things in your life. Whether you are a student or other working professional, you can find peace.
Life has gotten more difficult for many of us. Some questions that I invite you to think about: Are you struggling with understanding and regulating your emotions? Are you worried that the ways you cope with stress and everyday life are harming your health or your relationships? Is your past keeping you from being in the present moment or affecting how you view the future? Do you struggle to feel a sense of worthiness and belonging? The skills you learn will help you with regaining control of things in your life. Whether you are a student or other working professional, you can find peace.
I do my best to keep an open mind and to create an environment that is conducive to fostering open communication and trust. I respect and value the thoughts and feelings of my client's. I believe that therapy is, ultimately, about freedom and that healing occurs through the process of self-exploration, understanding, finding meaning and deepening one's insight. I tend to work directly and dynamically, rather than passively; I do a lot of listening and I am also active in the therapeutic role.
I do my best to keep an open mind and to create an environment that is conducive to fostering open communication and trust. I respect and value the thoughts and feelings of my client's. I believe that therapy is, ultimately, about freedom and that healing occurs through the process of self-exploration, understanding, finding meaning and deepening one's insight. I tend to work directly and dynamically, rather than passively; I do a lot of listening and I am also active in the therapeutic role.
I believe that creating a safe space infused with respect, compassion, and humor is central to supporting people to embark on a journey towards healing. I incorporate somatic and values-based approaches to help people identify and release longstanding patterns and beliefs that are no longer serving them and move towards a more balanced, satisfying, and values-based life. Whether you are struggling with trauma, grief, anxiety or wanting help sorting out a life transition, I feel humbly honored to be invited along in your journey towards deeper peace.
I believe that creating a safe space infused with respect, compassion, and humor is central to supporting people to embark on a journey towards healing. I incorporate somatic and values-based approaches to help people identify and release longstanding patterns and beliefs that are no longer serving them and move towards a more balanced, satisfying, and values-based life. Whether you are struggling with trauma, grief, anxiety or wanting help sorting out a life transition, I feel humbly honored to be invited along in your journey towards deeper peace.
Best Self Psych
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90068 (Online Only)
Best Self Psych is a group of ENM, kink, and LGBTQ+ affirmative licensed and associate therapists in Los Angeles and we help people who are experiencing difficulty in their relationships and professional lives. Our practice specializes in specialities include helping people who are struggling with the effects of depression, anxiety, C-PTSD and ADHD.
Best Self Psych is a group of ENM, kink, and LGBTQ+ affirmative licensed and associate therapists in Los Angeles and we help people who are experiencing difficulty in their relationships and professional lives. Our practice specializes in specialities include helping people who are struggling with the effects of depression, anxiety, C-PTSD and ADHD.
Claire Lopaty
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90068
Are you overwhelmed with life's challenges and ready for a change? My passion lies in helping people heal from eating disorders, body image issues, trauma, depression and anxiety. I am also passionate about working with teenagers as they navigate the often tumultuous journey of adolescence. I recognize the need for concrete evidence-based tools to help my clients confront difficult emotions and the myriad stressors that life throws their way. I work from a trauma informed perspective and strive to see each client as the unique individual they are.
Are you overwhelmed with life's challenges and ready for a change? My passion lies in helping people heal from eating disorders, body image issues, trauma, depression and anxiety. I am also passionate about working with teenagers as they navigate the often tumultuous journey of adolescence. I recognize the need for concrete evidence-based tools to help my clients confront difficult emotions and the myriad stressors that life throws their way. I work from a trauma informed perspective and strive to see each client as the unique individual they are.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90068 (Online Only)
You've worked so hard to manage the effects of trauma, but sometimes life still feels overwhelming. Maybe when things go wrong you believe it’s always your fault and so you choose to keep your life small. Maybe it’s just too hard to experience any peace or joy because you’re always protecting yourself emotionally from what might go wrong. Maybe it's too difficult to authentically connect to others. Together we’ll go deeper than traditional talk therapy to tap into the wisdom of your body, the various parts of your experience, the expansiveness of your mind, and the science of neurobiology.
You've worked so hard to manage the effects of trauma, but sometimes life still feels overwhelming. Maybe when things go wrong you believe it’s always your fault and so you choose to keep your life small. Maybe it’s just too hard to experience any peace or joy because you’re always protecting yourself emotionally from what might go wrong. Maybe it's too difficult to authentically connect to others. Together we’ll go deeper than traditional talk therapy to tap into the wisdom of your body, the various parts of your experience, the expansiveness of your mind, and the science of neurobiology.
Dr. Cadyn Cathers
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90068 (Online Only)
Whether you're questioning your sexual or gender identity or have been out for years, a therapist that understands you is key. We learn about ourselves through relationships and sometimes what we learned in the past isn’t helpful for us in the present. Trauma, abuse, neglect and microaggressions can teach us that we don’t deserve to have the career, relationships, sexual intimacy, or life that we want. This happens all too often with queer & trans people, especially BIPOC. Without conscious awareness, these lessons may cause us to sabotage ourselves or our relationships, but it’s never too late to start living your best life!
Whether you're questioning your sexual or gender identity or have been out for years, a therapist that understands you is key. We learn about ourselves through relationships and sometimes what we learned in the past isn’t helpful for us in the present. Trauma, abuse, neglect and microaggressions can teach us that we don’t deserve to have the career, relationships, sexual intimacy, or life that we want. This happens all too often with queer & trans people, especially BIPOC. Without conscious awareness, these lessons may cause us to sabotage ourselves or our relationships, but it’s never too late to start living your best life!
Martin A Perea
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90068 (Online Only)
We live in stressful times and seem to face more challenges every day. I have 15 years of clinical experience and I understand many of the societal, familial, and interpersonal factors that cause us to feel unbalanced. I provide my clients with a supportive environment to address concerns, gain insights, and achieve real change in their lives. I strive to help people find their confidence and strength during times of adversity.
We live in stressful times and seem to face more challenges every day. I have 15 years of clinical experience and I understand many of the societal, familial, and interpersonal factors that cause us to feel unbalanced. I provide my clients with a supportive environment to address concerns, gain insights, and achieve real change in their lives. I strive to help people find their confidence and strength during times of adversity.
You are fed up with repeating patterns that feel self-destructive. You are tired of being so reactive to the same triggers. You are ready for change, for relationships that fill your cup, and for a life that is purposeful and passionate. And you are probably totally overwhelmed right now. I get it. Wading through pages of therapist bios when you're already stressed, sad, and/or confused can be kind of the worst thing ever. But I'm here to help! I support clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, relationship issues, low self-esteem, stress and lack of clarity that big life transitions can kick up.
You are fed up with repeating patterns that feel self-destructive. You are tired of being so reactive to the same triggers. You are ready for change, for relationships that fill your cup, and for a life that is purposeful and passionate. And you are probably totally overwhelmed right now. I get it. Wading through pages of therapist bios when you're already stressed, sad, and/or confused can be kind of the worst thing ever. But I'm here to help! I support clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, relationship issues, low self-esteem, stress and lack of clarity that big life transitions can kick up.
Kayla Uggetti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90068
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions, anxiety, or depression? Do you feel like your relationships are often challenging or that your thoughts and feelings are difficult to manage? As a licensed therapist specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I am here to help you navigate these complex emotions and find a path to a more balanced and fulfilling life. Together, we can work towards helping you become more in tune with yourself by understanding the "why" and "now what?"
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions, anxiety, or depression? Do you feel like your relationships are often challenging or that your thoughts and feelings are difficult to manage? As a licensed therapist specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I am here to help you navigate these complex emotions and find a path to a more balanced and fulfilling life. Together, we can work towards helping you become more in tune with yourself by understanding the "why" and "now what?"
Most people I work with want similar things: to acquire insight into their lives, to identify the barriers that are holding them back and to develop the ability for change. My experience and training is in insight-oriented, relational psychotherapy and executive/career coaching. Whether you are grappling with anxiety, depression, past traumas, relationship problems, life transitions or finding a place in a culture that is not welcoming to you, I create a safe, confidential environment to explore the issues you are struggling with.
Most people I work with want similar things: to acquire insight into their lives, to identify the barriers that are holding them back and to develop the ability for change. My experience and training is in insight-oriented, relational psychotherapy and executive/career coaching. Whether you are grappling with anxiety, depression, past traumas, relationship problems, life transitions or finding a place in a culture that is not welcoming to you, I create a safe, confidential environment to explore the issues you are struggling with.
Daphna Cardinale
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90068 (Online Only)
Therapy works. Emotional relief is possible. Changing your life is possible. It takes hard work, dedication, and support from someone who really cares. That's what I offer. I believe that in looking at how we relate to others and ourselves both now and throughout our lives up until this point, we can come to a greater understanding of ourselves and therefore can change. I cater my approach to the individual, couple, family, or group as I get to know you and your needs. When appropriate, I also use dream analysis, meditation, play therapy, and art therapy.
Therapy works. Emotional relief is possible. Changing your life is possible. It takes hard work, dedication, and support from someone who really cares. That's what I offer. I believe that in looking at how we relate to others and ourselves both now and throughout our lives up until this point, we can come to a greater understanding of ourselves and therefore can change. I cater my approach to the individual, couple, family, or group as I get to know you and your needs. When appropriate, I also use dream analysis, meditation, play therapy, and art therapy.
Margot Agostini Coggins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90068
I specialize treating anxiety, relational issues and life transition challenges using an eclectic therapeutic approach. I incorporate aspects of psychodynamic therapy to encourage understanding of how past experiences create current patterns. Together we will reduce the symptoms of anxiety by cultivating skills and coping tools, using a Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy approach. Through therapy, my hope is that you will feel empowered to make the changes necessary to live a life that is in-line with your hopes and dreams. I treat individuals, teens and families and couples in my practice.
I specialize treating anxiety, relational issues and life transition challenges using an eclectic therapeutic approach. I incorporate aspects of psychodynamic therapy to encourage understanding of how past experiences create current patterns. Together we will reduce the symptoms of anxiety by cultivating skills and coping tools, using a Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy approach. Through therapy, my hope is that you will feel empowered to make the changes necessary to live a life that is in-line with your hopes and dreams. I treat individuals, teens and families and couples in my practice.
Lydia Kosinar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90068
As a marriage and family therapist, I believe that with a strong therapeutic relationship and using the treatment modalities that best fit your needs you can overcome your struggles and live life to its fullest potential. I am experienced in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as well as Psychodynamic, Mindfulness and Client-Oriented therapeutic techniques to assist individuals, children, couples, or families to improve their ability to manage stress, depressive symptoms and anxiety, cope with emotional difficulties, relapse prevention issues, develop insight and improve their communications.
As a marriage and family therapist, I believe that with a strong therapeutic relationship and using the treatment modalities that best fit your needs you can overcome your struggles and live life to its fullest potential. I am experienced in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as well as Psychodynamic, Mindfulness and Client-Oriented therapeutic techniques to assist individuals, children, couples, or families to improve their ability to manage stress, depressive symptoms and anxiety, cope with emotional difficulties, relapse prevention issues, develop insight and improve their communications.
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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.