Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Austin, TX
Accepting new clients starting 2/16. Hi, I’m Marie, and I’m really glad you found me. I’m here for the ones who’ve always felt a little different, a little out of place, the “oddballs” who don’t see themselves reflected in the world around them. Life isn’t always sunshine and rainbows, and I’m not going to pretend it is. But just because it’s hard doesn’t mean you’re powerless or going to feel this way forever. My goal is to help you find your power by showing you that you can still grow despite the challenges you face. I want to help you believe in the possibility of happiness again, even if you’re not sure what that looks like.
Accepting new clients starting 2/16. Hi, I’m Marie, and I’m really glad you found me. I’m here for the ones who’ve always felt a little different, a little out of place, the “oddballs” who don’t see themselves reflected in the world around them. Life isn’t always sunshine and rainbows, and I’m not going to pretend it is. But just because it’s hard doesn’t mean you’re powerless or going to feel this way forever. My goal is to help you find your power by showing you that you can still grow despite the challenges you face. I want to help you believe in the possibility of happiness again, even if you’re not sure what that looks like.
Austin DBT Associates (ADBTA) was founded in 2016 after seeing a need for quality, adherent Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in the Austin, Texas community. Since then, ADBTA has expanded to an agency of 25+ talented clinicians. At ADBTA, we're committed to teaching approachable, effective tools to create a life worth living. We offer adherent DBT for adults, adolescents 13+, families, and couples. Treatment is provided by licensed clinicians offering the complete model of DBT: individual therapy, skills class, team consultation, and between-session phone coaching.
Austin DBT Associates (ADBTA) was founded in 2016 after seeing a need for quality, adherent Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in the Austin, Texas community. Since then, ADBTA has expanded to an agency of 25+ talented clinicians. At ADBTA, we're committed to teaching approachable, effective tools to create a life worth living. We offer adherent DBT for adults, adolescents 13+, families, and couples. Treatment is provided by licensed clinicians offering the complete model of DBT: individual therapy, skills class, team consultation, and between-session phone coaching.
From Spark to Fire Counseling and Supervision PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
8 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
Sometimes all it takes to make a change is the courage to take the first step. We offer Individual and Couples Therapy in and around the Austin area. Each session is provided in a safe and secure environment to share on a long or short-term basis depending on the client. We value and demonstrate open-mindedness for all walks of life and possess vast experience with many different issues and diagnoses. We believe that together we can design a step-by-step, cost-effective plan for you to achieve optimum ongoing happiness, satisfaction, and productivity in life.
Sometimes all it takes to make a change is the courage to take the first step. We offer Individual and Couples Therapy in and around the Austin area. Each session is provided in a safe and secure environment to share on a long or short-term basis depending on the client. We value and demonstrate open-mindedness for all walks of life and possess vast experience with many different issues and diagnoses. We believe that together we can design a step-by-step, cost-effective plan for you to achieve optimum ongoing happiness, satisfaction, and productivity in life.
As beautiful as it is, life is also full of challenges, and pain. They come from inside, and, outside of us influencing each other. I became a healer because Ive had to walk through some very difficult things in my life, and using those experiences to help others is deeply fulfilling to me. Whether you are looking for relief from trauma, depression, anxiety, and personality or mood disorders, We will uncover core patterns, heal wounded parts, and create real, sustainable change. So, while life is always going to have challenges, there are ways to navigate them with as little suffering as possible. When you’re ready, I’m here.
As beautiful as it is, life is also full of challenges, and pain. They come from inside, and, outside of us influencing each other. I became a healer because Ive had to walk through some very difficult things in my life, and using those experiences to help others is deeply fulfilling to me. Whether you are looking for relief from trauma, depression, anxiety, and personality or mood disorders, We will uncover core patterns, heal wounded parts, and create real, sustainable change. So, while life is always going to have challenges, there are ways to navigate them with as little suffering as possible. When you’re ready, I’m here.
Accepting new clients in TX & NC! Do you feel like you are pouring out of an empty cup or feeling disconnected with parts of yourself? In therapy we can work together on finding your inner strength and balanced living, helping you feel nourished, secure, and emotionally resilient. Caring for others can deplete your own resources leaving you with emotional or physical exhaustion, anxiety, depression, or even PTSD. If you are a Veteran, caregiver, first responder, or health provider, the help you receive can also enhance the quality of the service and care you provide to others (caring for yourself as a way of caring for others).
Accepting new clients in TX & NC! Do you feel like you are pouring out of an empty cup or feeling disconnected with parts of yourself? In therapy we can work together on finding your inner strength and balanced living, helping you feel nourished, secure, and emotionally resilient. Caring for others can deplete your own resources leaving you with emotional or physical exhaustion, anxiety, depression, or even PTSD. If you are a Veteran, caregiver, first responder, or health provider, the help you receive can also enhance the quality of the service and care you provide to others (caring for yourself as a way of caring for others).
I align with a non-pathologizing approach to therapy. This means that I view “symptoms” as traits or behaviors that our minds and bodies have adopted to protect us from further harm.
During traumatic experiences, often parts of ourself dissociate the mind from the body as a form of protection. While this helps us to survive in the moment, dissociation can happen long after the trauma has ended, keeping us out of the present moment, activating feelings from the past.
I align with a non-pathologizing approach to therapy. This means that I view “symptoms” as traits or behaviors that our minds and bodies have adopted to protect us from further harm.
During traumatic experiences, often parts of ourself dissociate the mind from the body as a form of protection. While this helps us to survive in the moment, dissociation can happen long after the trauma has ended, keeping us out of the present moment, activating feelings from the past.
We are biologically wired from birth to need safe, accepting connections with others. When we get those, we develop openness to relationships and resilience to cope with life’s inevitable pain. If you lacked that support, patterns can develop that inadvertently keep you stuck in pain. These patterns can include self-criticism, worry, anger, lethargy, numbness, shame, guilt, fear of closeness, and more. My work focuses on helping people with past abuse and neglect rediscover their body’s innate ability to rebalance from stress, relate to themselves with more care, and relate to others more confidently and authentically.
We are biologically wired from birth to need safe, accepting connections with others. When we get those, we develop openness to relationships and resilience to cope with life’s inevitable pain. If you lacked that support, patterns can develop that inadvertently keep you stuck in pain. These patterns can include self-criticism, worry, anger, lethargy, numbness, shame, guilt, fear of closeness, and more. My work focuses on helping people with past abuse and neglect rediscover their body’s innate ability to rebalance from stress, relate to themselves with more care, and relate to others more confidently and authentically.
I work with clients who are often empathic, sensitive, and intuitive. Living in this world and political climate is really challenging for many of us, and my goal is to provide a safe space where you can be seen, heard and validated. I enjoy helping clients reconnect with their authentic and true selves, so that they can navigate their lives with wisdom, curiosity and meaning. I have been intensively trained in DBT, but also draw from other modalities, like IFS. I also provide Ketamine Assisted Therapy for those looking to explore deeper parts of themselves and work through trauma. Feel free to reach out to get started.
I work with clients who are often empathic, sensitive, and intuitive. Living in this world and political climate is really challenging for many of us, and my goal is to provide a safe space where you can be seen, heard and validated. I enjoy helping clients reconnect with their authentic and true selves, so that they can navigate their lives with wisdom, curiosity and meaning. I have been intensively trained in DBT, but also draw from other modalities, like IFS. I also provide Ketamine Assisted Therapy for those looking to explore deeper parts of themselves and work through trauma. Feel free to reach out to get started.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with adults and specialize in relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, bipolar disorders, domestic violence, HIV/AIDS-related worries, men's issues, and much more.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with adults and specialize in relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, bipolar disorders, domestic violence, HIV/AIDS-related worries, men's issues, and much more.
DBT is short for Dialectical Behavior Therapy. This is a specialized type of therapy that requires intensive post-graduate training by the therapists who offer it. Dialectical Behavior Therapy is recognized as an evidence-based practice by the American Psychiatric Association. DBT is an effective treatment for helping people to manage the intensity of their emotions and impulsive behavioral patterns that are disrupting the quality of their daily lives. What DBT does best is that it teaches skills that are not confined to a clinician's office. These skills generalize to every aspect of your world.
DBT is short for Dialectical Behavior Therapy. This is a specialized type of therapy that requires intensive post-graduate training by the therapists who offer it. Dialectical Behavior Therapy is recognized as an evidence-based practice by the American Psychiatric Association. DBT is an effective treatment for helping people to manage the intensity of their emotions and impulsive behavioral patterns that are disrupting the quality of their daily lives. What DBT does best is that it teaches skills that are not confined to a clinician's office. These skills generalize to every aspect of your world.
Does it ever feel like no one really understands you? Do you struggle to find the words to explain to others what’s going on inside? It’s okay, you’re here now and I can help. Together we will work to help you learn about the parts of you that have stayed hidden for so long, who continue to use the strategies they developed to keep you safe, but are now keeping you stuck. I answer every inquiry within 24 hours if you don't hear back from me please try again or text me 774.240.1428
Does it ever feel like no one really understands you? Do you struggle to find the words to explain to others what’s going on inside? It’s okay, you’re here now and I can help. Together we will work to help you learn about the parts of you that have stayed hidden for so long, who continue to use the strategies they developed to keep you safe, but are now keeping you stuck. I answer every inquiry within 24 hours if you don't hear back from me please try again or text me 774.240.1428
Nicole Lansbery is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Nicole attended the University of Texas at Austin where she received her Bachelor’s in Psychology. She went on to attend St. Edward’s University to receive her Master's in Counseling. Before starting her own private practice ten years ago, Nicole worked at a local psychiatric hospital for five years, in both inpatient and intensive outpatient settings. While there she restarted the pet therapy program with her golden retriever – a certified Pet Partner, Ruby.
Nicole Lansbery is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Nicole attended the University of Texas at Austin where she received her Bachelor’s in Psychology. She went on to attend St. Edward’s University to receive her Master's in Counseling. Before starting her own private practice ten years ago, Nicole worked at a local psychiatric hospital for five years, in both inpatient and intensive outpatient settings. While there she restarted the pet therapy program with her golden retriever – a certified Pet Partner, Ruby.
I like to think of therapy as investing in yourself. You're the one person you are guaranteed to spend your entire life with, and there's no breaks from being with you. Prioritizing your mental well-being is an important step in reaching a place where you can feel content and satisfied in the relationship with yourself. This, in turn, will move you forward in ways that help you create meaningful connections with others, build community, and stride toward your goals in life. That path might seem scary and uncertain, you might even think it impossible, but I want you to know it IS possible and you don't have to walk it alone.
I like to think of therapy as investing in yourself. You're the one person you are guaranteed to spend your entire life with, and there's no breaks from being with you. Prioritizing your mental well-being is an important step in reaching a place where you can feel content and satisfied in the relationship with yourself. This, in turn, will move you forward in ways that help you create meaningful connections with others, build community, and stride toward your goals in life. That path might seem scary and uncertain, you might even think it impossible, but I want you to know it IS possible and you don't have to walk it alone.
I believe that you know your own path best. I strive to learn from you about your identity and your values, and support you in your pursuits and goals while providing perspective and validation. This can only be done with a level of honesty and trust, which is why I'm committed to creating a safe, warm, non-judgmental relationship with each of my clients.
I believe that you know your own path best. I strive to learn from you about your identity and your values, and support you in your pursuits and goals while providing perspective and validation. This can only be done with a level of honesty and trust, which is why I'm committed to creating a safe, warm, non-judgmental relationship with each of my clients.
I work with depression, anxiety, divorce, relationship issues, life transitions, low self-esteem, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
I specialize in Borderline Personality Disorder/CPTSD, from which I’ve spent much of my own life attempting to manage and heal. I understand the inside experience of Borderline/CPTSD and bring accountability in a unique and successful way. I also specialize in depression, anxiety, divorce, and low self-esteem. I find great joy in uplifting others.
I work with depression, anxiety, divorce, relationship issues, life transitions, low self-esteem, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
I specialize in Borderline Personality Disorder/CPTSD, from which I’ve spent much of my own life attempting to manage and heal. I understand the inside experience of Borderline/CPTSD and bring accountability in a unique and successful way. I also specialize in depression, anxiety, divorce, and low self-esteem. I find great joy in uplifting others.
I’m a social worker and like to help clients look at the world and their struggles through their own individual lens as well as bigger systemic perspectives. I believe community, nature (and humor!) are very important healing tools that reinforce and support DBT and RODBT work. I focus on supporting clients by meeting them where they are and honoring that they are the experts in their own lives. I love helping people find their own strength and healing abilities using DBT skills and nervous system regulation. I have a background in comedy, theater and creative writing and I think that influences my therapy style.
I’m a social worker and like to help clients look at the world and their struggles through their own individual lens as well as bigger systemic perspectives. I believe community, nature (and humor!) are very important healing tools that reinforce and support DBT and RODBT work. I focus on supporting clients by meeting them where they are and honoring that they are the experts in their own lives. I love helping people find their own strength and healing abilities using DBT skills and nervous system regulation. I have a background in comedy, theater and creative writing and I think that influences my therapy style.
I approach therapy with empathy, curiosity, and evidence-based tools to help you navigate life's challenges. As a thoughtful and committed counselor, I strive to help each person move through adversity with greater psychological flexibility and emotional strength. I use a multimodal approach, tailoring my work to meet each client's unique needs and creating a collaborative environment built on trust, care, and respect. While I offer professional guidance, our work together is collaborative because you are the expert of your own experience. I see my role as helping you organize the chaos, uncover clarity, and support your growth.
I approach therapy with empathy, curiosity, and evidence-based tools to help you navigate life's challenges. As a thoughtful and committed counselor, I strive to help each person move through adversity with greater psychological flexibility and emotional strength. I use a multimodal approach, tailoring my work to meet each client's unique needs and creating a collaborative environment built on trust, care, and respect. While I offer professional guidance, our work together is collaborative because you are the expert of your own experience. I see my role as helping you organize the chaos, uncover clarity, and support your growth.
I specialize in helping teens (ages 16+) and adults navigating ADHD, Autism, Trauma, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
Has fighting with emotions, planning your day around triggers, or feeling distracted and overstimulated become part of your everyday life? Maybe it feels like you can't quite get things right and you're searching for a deeper understanding of what's holding you back. It can be difficult to keep moving, especially when you have frequent symptoms. In our sessions, we will dive deep to uncover the messages you have absorbed from other people and give your inner child some love. We will laugh, cry, and learn together, all while guiding you towards healing.
I specialize in helping teens (ages 16+) and adults navigating ADHD, Autism, Trauma, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
Has fighting with emotions, planning your day around triggers, or feeling distracted and overstimulated become part of your everyday life? Maybe it feels like you can't quite get things right and you're searching for a deeper understanding of what's holding you back. It can be difficult to keep moving, especially when you have frequent symptoms. In our sessions, we will dive deep to uncover the messages you have absorbed from other people and give your inner child some love. We will laugh, cry, and learn together, all while guiding you towards healing.
Most of my clients come to me for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, or Borderline Personality Disorder.
Do you find yourself thinking, “What did I just get myself into?” or “am I really ready to dig this deep?” If that’s where your mind goes, know that you are not alone. When you first start therapy, it can feel like a whirlwind. Feeling nervous or even wanting to back out is completely normal. But here’s the thing, you don’t have to do this alone. I’m here to challenge you but also to walk with you, step by step, as you navigate this tough place. Therapy isn’t always easy, but when you commit to showing up for yourself, you’ll be amazed at how far you can go. The growth is real, but it starts with you choosing YOU.
Most of my clients come to me for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, or Borderline Personality Disorder.
Do you find yourself thinking, “What did I just get myself into?” or “am I really ready to dig this deep?” If that’s where your mind goes, know that you are not alone. When you first start therapy, it can feel like a whirlwind. Feeling nervous or even wanting to back out is completely normal. But here’s the thing, you don’t have to do this alone. I’m here to challenge you but also to walk with you, step by step, as you navigate this tough place. Therapy isn’t always easy, but when you commit to showing up for yourself, you’ll be amazed at how far you can go. The growth is real, but it starts with you choosing YOU.
My goal is to help you get what you need from this experience. If you're here to explore patterns, we’ll identify them together. If you're seeking an emotional shift, we’ll set achievable goals. Want to build coping skills? We’ll focus there. This is your space, and we’ll work to make it meaningful, supportive, and aligned with your needs.
My goal is to help you get what you need from this experience. If you're here to explore patterns, we’ll identify them together. If you're seeking an emotional shift, we’ll set achievable goals. Want to build coping skills? We’ll focus there. This is your space, and we’ll work to make it meaningful, supportive, and aligned with your needs.
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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.