Personality Disorders Therapists in Nashville, TN
I also work with people navigating narcissistic personality dynamics.
Some people struggle with impulsivity. Others struggle with too much control. Overthinking every decision, following rigid internal rules, and feeling like they have to perform a certain way in social situations. If you relate to the latter, therapy with me might be a good fit. You might be highly competent in many areas of life but find that when it comes to emotions and relationships, things feel frustratingly more complicated.
I also work with people navigating narcissistic personality dynamics.
Some people struggle with impulsivity. Others struggle with too much control. Overthinking every decision, following rigid internal rules, and feeling like they have to perform a certain way in social situations. If you relate to the latter, therapy with me might be a good fit. You might be highly competent in many areas of life but find that when it comes to emotions and relationships, things feel frustratingly more complicated.
I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual trauma, emotional abuse, physical abuse, and narcissistic abuse who are experiencing panic attacks, anxiety, dissociation (including DID and derealization/depersonalization), and more.
You’ve survived deep wounds: abuse that has shaped how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world. Maybe you struggle with overwhelming emotions, dissociation, panic, or feeling disconnected from your body & identity. You might find yourself in unhealthy relationships, battling self-doubt, or feeling like healing is out of reach. But trauma does not define you. I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual, physical, & emotional abuse reclaim their sense of self using EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and a relational, psychodynamic approach. With nearly a decade of experience, I am here to affirm that healing is possible.
I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual trauma, emotional abuse, physical abuse, and narcissistic abuse who are experiencing panic attacks, anxiety, dissociation (including DID and derealization/depersonalization), and more.
You’ve survived deep wounds: abuse that has shaped how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world. Maybe you struggle with overwhelming emotions, dissociation, panic, or feeling disconnected from your body & identity. You might find yourself in unhealthy relationships, battling self-doubt, or feeling like healing is out of reach. But trauma does not define you. I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual, physical, & emotional abuse reclaim their sense of self using EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and a relational, psychodynamic approach. With nearly a decade of experience, I am here to affirm that healing is possible.
Do you struggle with anxiety? Are you a perfectionist? Would you like healthier relationships? I specialize in empowering individuals to enhance their communication skills, foster deeper connections in their relationships, and navigate the challenges of anxiety and perfectionism. I believe that, with skilled guidance, clients can identify what is important to them and increase their ability to engage in behaviors that help them have healthier relationships, improved communication, increased self-esteem, and move toward a life that they find valuable and meaningful.
Do you struggle with anxiety? Are you a perfectionist? Would you like healthier relationships? I specialize in empowering individuals to enhance their communication skills, foster deeper connections in their relationships, and navigate the challenges of anxiety and perfectionism. I believe that, with skilled guidance, clients can identify what is important to them and increase their ability to engage in behaviors that help them have healthier relationships, improved communication, increased self-esteem, and move toward a life that they find valuable and meaningful.
These days people frequently are burdened with some combination of anxiety, depression, loneliness, relationship difficulties, self-doubt, life transitions and challenges, or long-standing interpersonal patterns that interfere with personal fulfillment and satisfying relationships. Struggling with these kinds of situations can leave a person feeling hopelessly stuck. Fortunately, the collaborative work of psychotherapy can be very effective in finding satisfying solutions to these problems.
These days people frequently are burdened with some combination of anxiety, depression, loneliness, relationship difficulties, self-doubt, life transitions and challenges, or long-standing interpersonal patterns that interfere with personal fulfillment and satisfying relationships. Struggling with these kinds of situations can leave a person feeling hopelessly stuck. Fortunately, the collaborative work of psychotherapy can be very effective in finding satisfying solutions to these problems.
I support clients who may be experiencing mood disorders, trauma, cultural identity issues, personality disorders, and life adjustments.
Hi! It is nice to see you here! A little bit about myself, I am a Vietnamese-American who brings my lived experiences and expertise into my practice. So if you want to take some time to chat about my experiences as a therapist or hilarious stories about the dance world, feel free to reach out and chat!
I support clients who may be experiencing mood disorders, trauma, cultural identity issues, personality disorders, and life adjustments.
Hi! It is nice to see you here! A little bit about myself, I am a Vietnamese-American who brings my lived experiences and expertise into my practice. So if you want to take some time to chat about my experiences as a therapist or hilarious stories about the dance world, feel free to reach out and chat!
As your therapist, I will offer you presence, focused attention and a collaborative effort to understand and make meaning of your inner life and conflicts. Together, we will work to bring about the changes necessary to empower you to live authentically, with purpose, and to achieve your full potential. I tend to work well with individuals who see their mental health as a journey or who are motivated to understand and work through the underlying causes of their difficulties in longer-term therapeutic relationships.
As your therapist, I will offer you presence, focused attention and a collaborative effort to understand and make meaning of your inner life and conflicts. Together, we will work to bring about the changes necessary to empower you to live authentically, with purpose, and to achieve your full potential. I tend to work well with individuals who see their mental health as a journey or who are motivated to understand and work through the underlying causes of their difficulties in longer-term therapeutic relationships.
I live by the idea that giving up on a goal because of a setback is like slashing your other three tires because you have a flat. To me, it's a reminder that one difficult moment doesn't erase your progress. Growth isn't linear, and setbacks are part of the process. My role is to help you navigate those moments with resilience, compassion, and practical tools as we work together toward meaningful, lasting change.
I live by the idea that giving up on a goal because of a setback is like slashing your other three tires because you have a flat. To me, it's a reminder that one difficult moment doesn't erase your progress. Growth isn't linear, and setbacks are part of the process. My role is to help you navigate those moments with resilience, compassion, and practical tools as we work together toward meaningful, lasting change.
Often, life gets away from us before we realize how quickly things have changed. Life is a process of personal growth and evolution. It is also a process of building and maintaining relationships with people in a world that is constantly in flux. In my Individual Therapy and Family Therapy practice, I focus on partnering with you to explore challenges around interpersonal relationships, behavioral problems, sexual identity and behaviors, self-esteem, core beliefs/values, and many other aspects of life.
Often, life gets away from us before we realize how quickly things have changed. Life is a process of personal growth and evolution. It is also a process of building and maintaining relationships with people in a world that is constantly in flux. In my Individual Therapy and Family Therapy practice, I focus on partnering with you to explore challenges around interpersonal relationships, behavioral problems, sexual identity and behaviors, self-esteem, core beliefs/values, and many other aspects of life.
I enjoy working with clients who are struggling to deal with overpowering emotions, manage problem behaviors, or navigate difficult relationships. These difficulties might show up in lots of different ways, such as depression (including feeling suicidal), anxiety, self-harm, abusing substances, self-criticism or shame, or other ways. I understand how painful these challenges can cause life to feel, and have great admiration and respect for those who want to take action to feel better. Learn more at my website, www.lindahardylpc.com.
I enjoy working with clients who are struggling to deal with overpowering emotions, manage problem behaviors, or navigate difficult relationships. These difficulties might show up in lots of different ways, such as depression (including feeling suicidal), anxiety, self-harm, abusing substances, self-criticism or shame, or other ways. I understand how painful these challenges can cause life to feel, and have great admiration and respect for those who want to take action to feel better. Learn more at my website, www.lindahardylpc.com.
I spend my days creating space for topics that feel risky and at times foreign but create immense reward. We are all imperfect humans who make mistakes, care too much, and blame ourselves far too often. Learning about yourself is the greatest gift to enhance how you experience life.
We can't 'get rid of' of depression, anxiety, grief or regret. But we can work with these heavier experiences and learn how to carry them differently. I like to incorporate somatics, role playing, writing, and other experiential forms of therapy into practice. We can't be 'happy' all the time, but we can learn to be fully alive in the present.
I spend my days creating space for topics that feel risky and at times foreign but create immense reward. We are all imperfect humans who make mistakes, care too much, and blame ourselves far too often. Learning about yourself is the greatest gift to enhance how you experience life.
We can't 'get rid of' of depression, anxiety, grief or regret. But we can work with these heavier experiences and learn how to carry them differently. I like to incorporate somatics, role playing, writing, and other experiential forms of therapy into practice. We can't be 'happy' all the time, but we can learn to be fully alive in the present.
Many clients find me after going through a narcissistic relationship, narcissistic abuse, or ongoing stressors that have left them questioning their judgement and value.
As a specialist in narcissistic abuse and complex emotional issues, I use traum-informed therapy with blends of CBT, DBT, and other modalities to help you gain insight on your experiences and develop new ways to process them. Together, we’ll also being regulating your emotions, challenging thoughts that don't serve you, and building on your personal agency.
Many clients find me after going through a narcissistic relationship, narcissistic abuse, or ongoing stressors that have left them questioning their judgement and value.
As a specialist in narcissistic abuse and complex emotional issues, I use traum-informed therapy with blends of CBT, DBT, and other modalities to help you gain insight on your experiences and develop new ways to process them. Together, we’ll also being regulating your emotions, challenging thoughts that don't serve you, and building on your personal agency.
Hi, I'm Anna Marie! My approach to therapy is empathic, collaborative, and tailored to the unique needs to each person I work with. I draw from a range of evidence-based practices while always centering the therapeutic relationship at it's core. I believe that real healing happens when you feel safe, heard, and respected. I've had the privilege of working with people from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of experiences. From helping children manage big emotions, to supporting teens through identity development, to guiding adults through life transitions, I meet each client with curiosity, compassion, and care.
Hi, I'm Anna Marie! My approach to therapy is empathic, collaborative, and tailored to the unique needs to each person I work with. I draw from a range of evidence-based practices while always centering the therapeutic relationship at it's core. I believe that real healing happens when you feel safe, heard, and respected. I've had the privilege of working with people from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of experiences. From helping children manage big emotions, to supporting teens through identity development, to guiding adults through life transitions, I meet each client with curiosity, compassion, and care.
Address personal or partner difficulties in communication. Any sexuality issues? Trouble with awareness, focusing, sleeping? Interference from depression or anxiety? Where is it you, where the other? Want to relate more fully with your and their whole self--or to leave? Possible lifestyle or sexual orientation questions? Reimagine yourself after divorce, an affair or lost love. Consider a midcourse correction what you want from your life now, & rethink your current values & strengths. What to change? Which of your existing strengths to fine-tune now? What you share stays confidential, respected and nurtured.
Address personal or partner difficulties in communication. Any sexuality issues? Trouble with awareness, focusing, sleeping? Interference from depression or anxiety? Where is it you, where the other? Want to relate more fully with your and their whole self--or to leave? Possible lifestyle or sexual orientation questions? Reimagine yourself after divorce, an affair or lost love. Consider a midcourse correction what you want from your life now, & rethink your current values & strengths. What to change? Which of your existing strengths to fine-tune now? What you share stays confidential, respected and nurtured.
After experiencing my own life-changing therapeutic journey, it is my greatest honor to hold space for others during theirs. I enjoy working with adults, couples, teens and families to facilitate growth and healing from trauma, codependency, eating disorders, addiction, anxiety, intimacy issues, difficult relationship dynamics, maladaptive coping skills, partner betrayal, low self-worth and life transitions.
After experiencing my own life-changing therapeutic journey, it is my greatest honor to hold space for others during theirs. I enjoy working with adults, couples, teens and families to facilitate growth and healing from trauma, codependency, eating disorders, addiction, anxiety, intimacy issues, difficult relationship dynamics, maladaptive coping skills, partner betrayal, low self-worth and life transitions.
I work with individuals who want to make sense of things that happened to them. Maybe you recently experienced a mental health episode, like mania, that knocked you off your feet or you have been experiencing challenges, like panic attacks for quite some time. In either case, I often work with individuals and families experiencing episodes like post partum psychosis or Bipolar 1 Disorder for the first time. Any of these experiences can disrupt your future goals and your personal sense of identity. I am here to help you reconnect with your mind and body, so you can return to living a fulfilling and authentic life.
I work with individuals who want to make sense of things that happened to them. Maybe you recently experienced a mental health episode, like mania, that knocked you off your feet or you have been experiencing challenges, like panic attacks for quite some time. In either case, I often work with individuals and families experiencing episodes like post partum psychosis or Bipolar 1 Disorder for the first time. Any of these experiences can disrupt your future goals and your personal sense of identity. I am here to help you reconnect with your mind and body, so you can return to living a fulfilling and authentic life.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy should feel safe, human, and a little less intimidating. I earned my MSW from the University of Memphis and have worked in a variety of settings, including clinics, schools, and residential programs. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can talk openly, at your own pace, without judgment. Together, we’ll focus on what matters most to you and build practical tools for real life.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy should feel safe, human, and a little less intimidating. I earned my MSW from the University of Memphis and have worked in a variety of settings, including clinics, schools, and residential programs. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can talk openly, at your own pace, without judgment. Together, we’ll focus on what matters most to you and build practical tools for real life.
I specialize in neurodiversity-affirming testing for autism, ADHD and mental health for kids and adults. Clients often come to me seeking testing for the first time or as a second opinion after feeling misunderstood by other clinicians. I strive to create a comfortable environment where you feel validated and understood. My goal is to understand more about your unique lived experience and neurodivergence, get you the right diagnosis, and help you get connected with the resources that you need. Testing is available virtually and in Nashville and Murfreesboro, TN.
I specialize in neurodiversity-affirming testing for autism, ADHD and mental health for kids and adults. Clients often come to me seeking testing for the first time or as a second opinion after feeling misunderstood by other clinicians. I strive to create a comfortable environment where you feel validated and understood. My goal is to understand more about your unique lived experience and neurodivergence, get you the right diagnosis, and help you get connected with the resources that you need. Testing is available virtually and in Nashville and Murfreesboro, TN.
There are moments in life when we can hit an emotional road block. New challenges may present themselves that are difficult to overcome alone. Life can become either overwhelming or we can learn new coping strategies and overcome old wounds. These difficulties do not have to derail us. This is why I strive to help people return to a place where they can grow and flourish to their fullest potential. I believe in an integrated vision of the human person. As a psychologist, I seek healing that acknowledges the interdependent psychological, biological and spiritual aspects of my clients.
There are moments in life when we can hit an emotional road block. New challenges may present themselves that are difficult to overcome alone. Life can become either overwhelming or we can learn new coping strategies and overcome old wounds. These difficulties do not have to derail us. This is why I strive to help people return to a place where they can grow and flourish to their fullest potential. I believe in an integrated vision of the human person. As a psychologist, I seek healing that acknowledges the interdependent psychological, biological and spiritual aspects of my clients.
Welcome! Finding a therapist can be hard and overwhelming! I am a relational therapist who puts building rapport at the top of my list. I always say it is kind of like dating, we both have to be on the same page!
In therapy, my goal is to create a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can begin to explore these experiences at your own pace. Together we can work toward understanding how past experiences may be impacting current day struggles.
Welcome! Finding a therapist can be hard and overwhelming! I am a relational therapist who puts building rapport at the top of my list. I always say it is kind of like dating, we both have to be on the same page!
In therapy, my goal is to create a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can begin to explore these experiences at your own pace. Together we can work toward understanding how past experiences may be impacting current day struggles.
Some clients come to me during some of the most difficult moments of life, facing great adversity, loss, and turmoil, and many more clients come to find out what is holding them back in relationships, work, and creativity. These are just a few of the many paths that bring a person to counseling. As for myself it turned out to be a need to open my mind and spirit to discover love, joy, and purpose. Whatever the reason or path, I hope to help people not only navigate difficult times but also discover themselves and develop the tools to move forward in a positive, productive way.
Some clients come to me during some of the most difficult moments of life, facing great adversity, loss, and turmoil, and many more clients come to find out what is holding them back in relationships, work, and creativity. These are just a few of the many paths that bring a person to counseling. As for myself it turned out to be a need to open my mind and spirit to discover love, joy, and purpose. Whatever the reason or path, I hope to help people not only navigate difficult times but also discover themselves and develop the tools to move forward in a positive, productive way.
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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.