Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Williston, ND

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Brennan Atherton
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Williston, ND 58801  (Online Only)
I have been providing therapy for many years. I have helped numerous individuals to manage their mental health in a way where they can feel comfortable and empowered to go after what they want in life. A client that has a desire to process through their issues is the only main requirement for therapy. This creates the proper environment where an individual can grow and achieve what they want in their life.
I have been providing therapy for many years. I have helped numerous individuals to manage their mental health in a way where they can feel comfortable and empowered to go after what they want in life. A client that has a desire to process through their issues is the only main requirement for therapy. This creates the proper environment where an individual can grow and achieve what they want in their life.
(701) 658-6334 View (701) 658-6334
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Rachelle Eldred Professional Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Williston, ND 58801
Rachelle is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Montana and North Dakota. Rachelle received her Master of Science degree in Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counseling in 2011. Since, she has augmented her experiences and specialties to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Positive Psychology, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), and has completed doctoral training in Forensic Psychology. Rachelle is passionate about her work, and aims to provide individualized quality care from a client centered perspective.
Rachelle is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Montana and North Dakota. Rachelle received her Master of Science degree in Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counseling in 2011. Since, she has augmented her experiences and specialties to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Positive Psychology, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), and has completed doctoral training in Forensic Psychology. Rachelle is passionate about her work, and aims to provide individualized quality care from a client centered perspective.
(406) 296-4807 View (406) 296-4807
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Chasity Keller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Williston, ND 58801
When a person is faced with life stressors, it can be hard to know how to "act" or "present themselves." An ideal client is one who recognizes that something is not right and takes the first step in seeking help. That is the most difficult part. They recognize the way they are feeling is not how they want or need to feel. It takes courage to ask for help and I understand the process of finding a therapist can be overwhelming. I am proud of you for taking the first steps towards a positive change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you through your journey.
When a person is faced with life stressors, it can be hard to know how to "act" or "present themselves." An ideal client is one who recognizes that something is not right and takes the first step in seeking help. That is the most difficult part. They recognize the way they are feeling is not how they want or need to feel. It takes courage to ask for help and I understand the process of finding a therapist can be overwhelming. I am proud of you for taking the first steps towards a positive change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you through your journey.
(701) 253-1629 View (701) 253-1629
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Monica L Olson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williston, ND 58801
Waitlist for new clients
I have always had a soft spot for the underdog. I believe that the human spirit, when inspired, has the ability to overcome any obstacle with the right tools in place. I also believe that everyone strives for authenticity, and has the right (and inherent desire) to live in such a way that honors one’s full potential, even if it goes against popular opinion. I will work with you to draw out what truly matters to you, to provide the appropriate tools, and to help build momentum by building confidence in taking the next step forward to wherever it is you need to go in this journey we call life.
I have always had a soft spot for the underdog. I believe that the human spirit, when inspired, has the ability to overcome any obstacle with the right tools in place. I also believe that everyone strives for authenticity, and has the right (and inherent desire) to live in such a way that honors one’s full potential, even if it goes against popular opinion. I will work with you to draw out what truly matters to you, to provide the appropriate tools, and to help build momentum by building confidence in taking the next step forward to wherever it is you need to go in this journey we call life.
(701) 248-8315 View (701) 248-8315
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Widows In Grief And Trauma Recovery Holly Undlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Williston, ND 58801  (Online Only)
Welcome to my profile! Choosing the right therapist can be a daunting task, but I'm here to help you navigate this journey. With years of experience in the field, I specialize in treating a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem challenges, grief and loss, and trauma. I hold the belief that nurturing strong therapeutic relationships and respecting your self-determination are vital aspects of effective therapy.
Welcome to my profile! Choosing the right therapist can be a daunting task, but I'm here to help you navigate this journey. With years of experience in the field, I specialize in treating a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem challenges, grief and loss, and trauma. I hold the belief that nurturing strong therapeutic relationships and respecting your self-determination are vital aspects of effective therapy.
(480) 906-4847 View (480) 906-4847
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Bianca Bell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williston, ND 58801  (Online Only)
Your mental health — Your psychological, emotional, and social well-being — impacts every aspect of your life. Positive mental health allows you to deal with life’s everyday challenges effectively. My practice, At Home Therapy Services, PLLC offers virtual mental health assessment, therapy, and referral services to individuals needing flexibility with time and location.
Your mental health — Your psychological, emotional, and social well-being — impacts every aspect of your life. Positive mental health allows you to deal with life’s everyday challenges effectively. My practice, At Home Therapy Services, PLLC offers virtual mental health assessment, therapy, and referral services to individuals needing flexibility with time and location.
(612) 662-6775 View (612) 662-6775

Online Therapists

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Tara McRae Lorenz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Watford City, ND 58854
Waitlist for new clients
(701) 444-3979 View (701) 444-3979

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Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists

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.