Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in San Antonio, TX

Regardless of the presenting problem, I always believe that the client is the expert of themselves. While I am open to connecting with any client, I have had most of my experience working with depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, forgiveness, and communication. I have also worked with many people living with personality disorders and complex trauma, with a strong focus on borderline personality disorder.

Hi, I am Cari Varela, MS LPC-S, LSOTP, and I have been providing therapeutic services since 2007. I have provided individual, family, and group services for adults and children throughout my career. I have provided counseling for treatment concerns such as Adolescents/Teens, Anxiety, Borderline Personality, Codependency, and Coping Skills. In addition, I use a mix of CBT, Client-Centered Therapy, Clinical Supervision, and Licensed, Humanistic, and Trauma Focused therapies. I believe that I enjoy helping others, and I think it's fantastic to see people grow.

Lydia Friese is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, 86941. Supervised by Leigh Rainwater, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. Lydia earned her M.S. in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Counseling. She specializes in relationship issues, Substance Abuse Disorders, ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety and Depression. She has 2 years of experience in working with children, adolescents, teens, couples, adults and families. Lydia’s goal is to provide clients a safe space for clients to move into awareness and gain self-trust. In turn seeing life's challenges as manageable.

I do not take insurance. Schedule a session: mindfulrestoration.as.me/ I use an integrated and solution-focused approach when providing therapy to my clients, which involves assessing if a client has co-morbid issues such as diabetes and depression or chronic pain and anxiety. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and personality disorders, i.e., borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorders, trauma, sexual abuse, self-esteem issues, PTSD, clients dealing with adjustment problems, grief & loss, and work-related stressors. I also provide supervision.

I truly believe that while you may come in broken, by faith, you can leave healed! I approach therapy in a collaborative manner with my clients. To effectively collaborate, I have a "no walking on eggshells" policy in our therapeutic space. Hold on, Faith! What does a “no walking on eggshells” policy mean? This policy empowers my clients to present what they may think are the “icky” parts of themselves without fear of being unrighteously judged in therapy. I will work to earn your trust so have faith in me, yourself, and the process as part of your healing journey.

I have experience working with adolescent and adult clients with a wide range of diagnoses/disorders: Bipolar, Generalized Anxiety, Major Depressive D/O, Obsessive Compulsive, Borderline personality D/O and PTSD (combat and non-combat). I offer trauma-informed care and have grief/loss counseling experience. Additionally, my preferred therapies include Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Person-Centered and Solution-Focused therapies. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, have experienced trauma or are struggling with low self-esteem, I am here to assist you in learning skills and processing with you as you move toward healing.

The therapeutic relationship I build with individuals, is my priority. I will work closely with you to create a plan that addresses your personal concerns, needs and goals while supporting you throughout your journey. My goal is to help you restore the feelings of wholeness and well-being in a safe and nurturing environment, while also forging resilience and tenacity.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues? You want it to get easier, but it never does. Maybe you're feeling numb, on edge, or overwhelmed, your relationships are draining, and the stress of COVID-19 is making everything harder. Whatever your situation is, I’m committed to getting to the root of what's getting in the way so you can start building the life you deserve. I have helped hundreds of clients work through depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and divorce. Through our work together, you'll begin to stop blaming yourself and start creating healthier relationships.

Life can be overwhelming at times. Let's figure this out together with kindness and care. I am an anti-diet, intersectional, and trauma-informed social worker that uses an eclectic approach to support your goals, challenge unhelpful patterns, and empower you to be your own therapist and biggest support. I will commit to your experience and my own deconstruction in our work together. I have experience working with children in foster care, families, and individuals from age 2 to 82. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, OCD and anxiety disorders, and grief. Grateful to be part of your growth journey!

Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach and I work with my clients to tailor therapy to meet their needs. Everyone is different and experiences many challenges in life. To better serve my clients, I start where the client is. With the client’s help, I determine the goals of therapy and we work together to achieve those goals. This process works even if people do not know what they want from therapy except to feel better. Therapy involves many layers and it’s my job as a clinician to guide them through those layers.

I am an Advanced Clinical Trauma Specialist providing evidence-based treatments for trauma including EMDR. Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and Cognitive Processing therapy. In person and Telehealth sessions available.

I specialize in working with adolescents and adults with trauma histories, neurodivergence, addiction but enjoy helping clients work through the wide variety of challenges we are daily presented with. I see clients individually, as couples and families and in group settings. I am gender-affirming, LGTBQIA2S+ allied, and sex-/kink-positive. I am also a huge nerd and love integrating all the things you love into therapy. I see therapy as a place where you can feel safe being you and can learn to love yourself and live fully embodying all that makes you you.

My passion is to work with couples, families and individuals who might be struggling to find their footing. This looks different for everyone, it may be that you and your partner want to improve communication, or that your family wants to heal together. Maybe you are in a personal journey of growth. What ever the problem or journey you are on, is the journey and problem that I want to help with. My goal is to help you reduce suffering while helping you rediscover your relationship as a couple, family or with your self.

Emotions are part of being human.I like to think of feelings as tools; indicators of where we are in life and that it may be time to explore change. All too often we find ourselves wrapped up in situations that evoke emotions so powerful, we can become overwhelmed. Regardless of your situation, I will meet you where you're at & help to identify and utilize strengths you posses as we move closer toward a place of clarity & growth. I enjoy helping individuals make sense of the past, as they work on the present and achieve a stronger sense of self.

We all want a harmonious and peaceful connection with our love ones. Sometimes we find ourselves at an impasse with our partners, children, friends, or co-workers. These impasses act as barriers that keep our relationships from growing or moving forward. Counseling /therapy gives a person the opportunity to see a "barrier" from a different perspective while acquiring new skills to move through the barrier or eliminating the barrier it self. Many times our underline intentions are good ones but our solutions to a problem may become barriers themselves. We may just need a different perspective or create a new way of behaving.