Therapists in Boca Raton, FL

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Nicole A Friedman
Psychologist, PsyD, DBT-LBC, CEDS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33487
Taking that first step to seeking help takes courage, yet the benefits are endless. My goal is to help clients connect with their 'authentic self,' tap into their strengths, and create a meaningful life. As I guide clients, I honor where they are while mindfully challenging them toward change by unearthening blocks and cultivating tools to facilitate emotional growth. I work with adults who present with mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, personality disorders, substance misuse disorders, women’s issues and complex trauma. I also work with families as part of our comprehensive teen / young adult program.
Taking that first step to seeking help takes courage, yet the benefits are endless. My goal is to help clients connect with their 'authentic self,' tap into their strengths, and create a meaningful life. As I guide clients, I honor where they are while mindfully challenging them toward change by unearthening blocks and cultivating tools to facilitate emotional growth. I work with adults who present with mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, personality disorders, substance misuse disorders, women’s issues and complex trauma. I also work with families as part of our comprehensive teen / young adult program.
(561) 623-8299 View (561) 623-8299
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Ben Taratuta
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33431
I'd like to think that I'm able to best serve those struggling with self-worth, trauma, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, anger, and substance use.
Finding a therapist you feel will be a good fit is always a difficult process. I imagine you're going through endless amounts of nearly identical looking pages and google searches in order to find a therapist you feel will you'll have a connection with. It's an incredibly daunting task to search through all the pages and hope you find a therapist that you believe will be non-judgmental and trustworthy. How do you trust that out of all the countless web pages, you can find a therapist who is honest, non-judgmental, and safe for either yourself or someone you care deeply about. Maybe it can be helpful if I share about my background.
I'd like to think that I'm able to best serve those struggling with self-worth, trauma, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, anger, and substance use.
Finding a therapist you feel will be a good fit is always a difficult process. I imagine you're going through endless amounts of nearly identical looking pages and google searches in order to find a therapist you feel will you'll have a connection with. It's an incredibly daunting task to search through all the pages and hope you find a therapist that you believe will be non-judgmental and trustworthy. How do you trust that out of all the countless web pages, you can find a therapist who is honest, non-judgmental, and safe for either yourself or someone you care deeply about. Maybe it can be helpful if I share about my background.
(561) 782-7329 View (561) 782-7329
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Lori Kramer-Feingold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33486  (Online Only)
I specialize in Mental Health issues such as Anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, Depression, bipolar disorder, other mood disorders, as well as personality disorders.
Maybe you can identify with some of the things I have been through which played a part in my decision to become a Clinical Therapist. Middle class & Brooklyn born, I had experienced many adverse situations in my life, which began growing up in a dysfunctional home. A dysfunctional home life is much like an Alcoholic home life, however, without the alcohol. If you experienced dysfunction growing up, it is the main ingredient that qualifies the entire family to seek therapy at some point in their life. When dysfunction causes the brain to rewire, we now have Mental Illness at play.
I specialize in Mental Health issues such as Anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, Depression, bipolar disorder, other mood disorders, as well as personality disorders.
Maybe you can identify with some of the things I have been through which played a part in my decision to become a Clinical Therapist. Middle class & Brooklyn born, I had experienced many adverse situations in my life, which began growing up in a dysfunctional home. A dysfunctional home life is much like an Alcoholic home life, however, without the alcohol. If you experienced dysfunction growing up, it is the main ingredient that qualifies the entire family to seek therapy at some point in their life. When dysfunction causes the brain to rewire, we now have Mental Illness at play.
(561) 430-2698 View (561) 430-2698
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Ana Silva
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33431
I am a board certified clinical psychologist and have experience working in private practice, hospitals, residential facilities, and outpatient agencies providing psychotherapy to adolescents and adults through individual, couples, and family formats.My specialties include the treatment of eating disorders depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and relationship difficulties. I am able to fluently provide therapy in English, Spanish, and Portuguese I take a warm, culturally-sensitive, individualized, and collaborative approach to provide a safe environment, where my clients can feel comfortable discussing their life goals.
I am a board certified clinical psychologist and have experience working in private practice, hospitals, residential facilities, and outpatient agencies providing psychotherapy to adolescents and adults through individual, couples, and family formats.My specialties include the treatment of eating disorders depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and relationship difficulties. I am able to fluently provide therapy in English, Spanish, and Portuguese I take a warm, culturally-sensitive, individualized, and collaborative approach to provide a safe environment, where my clients can feel comfortable discussing their life goals.
(786) 398-5032 View (786) 398-5032
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Genna Risucci Cincogrono
Counselor, LMHC, QS, NCC, MCAP, ICADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33431
Are you struggling with addiction? Have you had a history of traumatic experiences that are causing you challenges in your present life? Do you have a personality style that makes it hard for you to relate to others? I work with adults, couples, and families, specializing in substance abuse and other addictions, trauma, and personality disorders. In addition, I work with clients who struggle with mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, as well as transition and relationship issues. I have had a lot of success with helping clients maintain sobriety, process out traumatic instances, and learn to relate to the people in their lives.
Are you struggling with addiction? Have you had a history of traumatic experiences that are causing you challenges in your present life? Do you have a personality style that makes it hard for you to relate to others? I work with adults, couples, and families, specializing in substance abuse and other addictions, trauma, and personality disorders. In addition, I work with clients who struggle with mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, as well as transition and relationship issues. I have had a lot of success with helping clients maintain sobriety, process out traumatic instances, and learn to relate to the people in their lives.
(561) 782-5631 View (561) 782-5631
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Jennifer Lorey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33432
I have been working in the field of addiction for over 12 years, including the addicited individual as well as their families. While this is one of my primary areas of expertise, it is not the only client focus that I treat in my practice. eating disorder, family system issues, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, grief and loss, relationship issues and self esteem struggle.
I have been working in the field of addiction for over 12 years, including the addicited individual as well as their families. While this is one of my primary areas of expertise, it is not the only client focus that I treat in my practice. eating disorder, family system issues, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, grief and loss, relationship issues and self esteem struggle.
(561) 666-6628 View (561) 666-6628
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Aleth Santos @Amplify Success
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Aleth has done extensive work with clients struggling wtih mental health disorders, addiction, depression, anxiety, mood/personality disorders, PTSD, anger and impulsivity.
At Amplify Success we help to engage, and understand the unique issues that brought you to therapy, while poviding a coolabortaive approach to find solutions. We work to build a safe enviornment of empathy and understanding, to identify behaviors and thoughts for positive mental health, while learning healthy communication skills. The focus of therapy is to process the past and work on coping skills, for ultimate succcess and positivity moving forward. Aleth will help you to learn a new set of skills that will promote healthier thoughts and communciation patterns, to enhance your ability to thrive.
Aleth has done extensive work with clients struggling wtih mental health disorders, addiction, depression, anxiety, mood/personality disorders, PTSD, anger and impulsivity.
At Amplify Success we help to engage, and understand the unique issues that brought you to therapy, while poviding a coolabortaive approach to find solutions. We work to build a safe enviornment of empathy and understanding, to identify behaviors and thoughts for positive mental health, while learning healthy communication skills. The focus of therapy is to process the past and work on coping skills, for ultimate succcess and positivity moving forward. Aleth will help you to learn a new set of skills that will promote healthier thoughts and communciation patterns, to enhance your ability to thrive.
(561) 783-6645 View (561) 783-6645
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Seth E. Lobdell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33431
I have vast clinical experience treating depression, anxiety, personality disorders, bipolar disorders and schizophrenia, as well as everyday neurosis and life adjustments.
In the broadest terms, my practice centers on the idea of helping you to establish or restore greater authenticity--a more authentic voice, space of desire and trajectory of drive/motivation. This can be addressed through more short-term approaches that focus primarily on the present, or a deeper approach that considers and works through past experiences as they inevitably impact the present in ways not always available to consciousness. By uncovering these occluded forces left over from the past and lingering in the present, you will be able to develop broader insight and live more fully with greater intention.
I have vast clinical experience treating depression, anxiety, personality disorders, bipolar disorders and schizophrenia, as well as everyday neurosis and life adjustments.
In the broadest terms, my practice centers on the idea of helping you to establish or restore greater authenticity--a more authentic voice, space of desire and trajectory of drive/motivation. This can be addressed through more short-term approaches that focus primarily on the present, or a deeper approach that considers and works through past experiences as they inevitably impact the present in ways not always available to consciousness. By uncovering these occluded forces left over from the past and lingering in the present, you will be able to develop broader insight and live more fully with greater intention.
(561) 763-7048 View (561) 763-7048
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Stephanie Burstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33487
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Stephanie counsels children, young adults and families. She specializes in helping people struggling with challenging life transitions, social skills, depression, personality disorders, and anxiety. During therapy, Stephanie creates a safe and open environment where her clients can feel comfortable exploring their troubles, behaviors, and emotions. She draws on a variety of skills and therapeutic methods including DBT, expressive therapy, family systems therapy, play therapy and more.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Stephanie counsels children, young adults and families. She specializes in helping people struggling with challenging life transitions, social skills, depression, personality disorders, and anxiety. During therapy, Stephanie creates a safe and open environment where her clients can feel comfortable exploring their troubles, behaviors, and emotions. She draws on a variety of skills and therapeutic methods including DBT, expressive therapy, family systems therapy, play therapy and more.
(561) 513-5905 View (561) 513-5905
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Wisely Wellness LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT-QS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33487  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with clients across the life span (birth- adulthood) specializing in complex cases. Complex could be defined as any of these: treatment failures, multiple or co-occurring diagnosis, intellectual disabilities or personality disorders. I believe we deserve to live with joy. I am passionate about helping those who feel that they are constantly functioning from a place of fear, suffering and stress. I prefer to utilizes a variety of modalities because I believe that one size does not fit all. Some of my favorite modalities are DBT, family systems therapy, expressive arts, ERP for OCD, EMDR & Prolonged Exposure for PTSD.
I enjoy working with clients across the life span (birth- adulthood) specializing in complex cases. Complex could be defined as any of these: treatment failures, multiple or co-occurring diagnosis, intellectual disabilities or personality disorders. I believe we deserve to live with joy. I am passionate about helping those who feel that they are constantly functioning from a place of fear, suffering and stress. I prefer to utilizes a variety of modalities because I believe that one size does not fit all. Some of my favorite modalities are DBT, family systems therapy, expressive arts, ERP for OCD, EMDR & Prolonged Exposure for PTSD.
(561) 449-2462 View (561) 449-2462
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Cara Weingarten
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33431
Does life feel overwhelming? Are you experiencing distressing symptoms? My overall goal for you is to create a space in which you feel safe to express your deepest thoughts, feelings, and concerns so you can grow organically and heal within. The safe space I aim to create ensures you feel understood and respected. I specialize in treating mood and personality disorders. Using a variety of humanistic, interpersonal, and behavioral techniques I aim to meet the specific needs of each client so they can discover themselves in new ways.
Does life feel overwhelming? Are you experiencing distressing symptoms? My overall goal for you is to create a space in which you feel safe to express your deepest thoughts, feelings, and concerns so you can grow organically and heal within. The safe space I aim to create ensures you feel understood and respected. I specialize in treating mood and personality disorders. Using a variety of humanistic, interpersonal, and behavioral techniques I aim to meet the specific needs of each client so they can discover themselves in new ways.
(561) 910-0699 View (561) 910-0699
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Barbara H Forman
Counselor, LMHC, PA
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33496
I help patients have a better understanding of their emotions and whats underlying their behavior. I have extensive clinical experience working with couples and relationship issues, I specialize working with couples and relationship issues. I have additional training with domestic violence. I also work with individuals with depression,anxiety, personality disorders, addiction,chronic pain and stress management. I treat couples,individuals,families and children. As a therapist I will help you gain awareness and understanding of your emotions and behavoir. I will help you establish healthier ways of communication and positive coping skills. together we will set goals for the future.
I help patients have a better understanding of their emotions and whats underlying their behavior. I have extensive clinical experience working with couples and relationship issues, I specialize working with couples and relationship issues. I have additional training with domestic violence. I also work with individuals with depression,anxiety, personality disorders, addiction,chronic pain and stress management. I treat couples,individuals,families and children. As a therapist I will help you gain awareness and understanding of your emotions and behavoir. I will help you establish healthier ways of communication and positive coping skills. together we will set goals for the future.
(561) 629-9240 View (561) 629-9240
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Molly Groo
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, CTP
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33487
I have experience working with individuals who struggle with addiction, mood disorders, trauma, relational issues, and personality disorders. The clients I typically work with suffer from underlying issues that manifest as self-sabotage, depression and anxiety, conflict with friends and family, toxic relationships, and compulsive behaviors. I believe that healing happens in safe relationships and enjoy working to develop that with my clients.
I have experience working with individuals who struggle with addiction, mood disorders, trauma, relational issues, and personality disorders. The clients I typically work with suffer from underlying issues that manifest as self-sabotage, depression and anxiety, conflict with friends and family, toxic relationships, and compulsive behaviors. I believe that healing happens in safe relationships and enjoy working to develop that with my clients.
(561) 782-3341 View (561) 782-3341
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Nicole R. Smith
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33428
I provide Clinical Mental Health Therapy as well as Motivational & Life Coaching services to adolescents, adults, and families from various backgrounds and ages, that suffer from Anxiety, Depression, Personality disorders, Major Depression, Addiction , ADHD, and Trauma.
My unique, authentic, and genuine therapeutic approach provides the best support to my clients who are seeking Emotional Intelligence, self-discovery and personal growth, but who also struggle with chronic stress, anxiety, depression, navigating life transitions, or seeking to improve their emotional well-being, guidance in developing healthy coping strategies, building resilience, and fostering a deeper understanding of themselves. I welcome individuals who are motivated to enhance their overall mental and emotional health to lead a more fulfilling life!
I provide Clinical Mental Health Therapy as well as Motivational & Life Coaching services to adolescents, adults, and families from various backgrounds and ages, that suffer from Anxiety, Depression, Personality disorders, Major Depression, Addiction , ADHD, and Trauma.
My unique, authentic, and genuine therapeutic approach provides the best support to my clients who are seeking Emotional Intelligence, self-discovery and personal growth, but who also struggle with chronic stress, anxiety, depression, navigating life transitions, or seeking to improve their emotional well-being, guidance in developing healthy coping strategies, building resilience, and fostering a deeper understanding of themselves. I welcome individuals who are motivated to enhance their overall mental and emotional health to lead a more fulfilling life!
(561) 231-6489 View (561) 231-6489
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Angels Among Us Services Inc.
PhD, MS, MHC, BS
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33427  (Online Only)
Angels Among us services Inc areas of focus. Concierge Mental Health Services, Custody/Divorce/Mediation/Legal/Litigation Consulting/ Trial Preparation/Legal Consulting/Failure to Launch Syndrome/Mental Health Consulting/Coaching/ Expert Court Witness/Parenting Coach/Supervised Visitations/Supervised Parental Drop off Reunification Therapy. Family Coach/Geriatric Care Management. Grief and Loss issues, Trauma, Hoarding/ Personality Disorders. Chronic Illness/ESA Consult/Weight loss/Palliative Support/ Relationship Issues, Couples, Lesbian/Gay/Plural/Asperger's Relationships. Addictions/Relationship.
Angels Among us services Inc areas of focus. Concierge Mental Health Services, Custody/Divorce/Mediation/Legal/Litigation Consulting/ Trial Preparation/Legal Consulting/Failure to Launch Syndrome/Mental Health Consulting/Coaching/ Expert Court Witness/Parenting Coach/Supervised Visitations/Supervised Parental Drop off Reunification Therapy. Family Coach/Geriatric Care Management. Grief and Loss issues, Trauma, Hoarding/ Personality Disorders. Chronic Illness/ESA Consult/Weight loss/Palliative Support/ Relationship Issues, Couples, Lesbian/Gay/Plural/Asperger's Relationships. Addictions/Relationship.
(561) 902-1904 View (561) 902-1904
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Mallory Sunstrom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33427  (Online Only)
I can help treat a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, behavioral concerns, grief, adjustment disorders, OCD, PTSD, personality disorders, mood disorders, and eating disorders.
Are you ready to make a positive change in your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed or anxious? I am here to help! I am a trauma therapist that uses CBT and Solution-Focused approaches, as well as Schema Therapy. I have over ten years of experience in the mental health field.
I can help treat a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, behavioral concerns, grief, adjustment disorders, OCD, PTSD, personality disorders, mood disorders, and eating disorders.
Are you ready to make a positive change in your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed or anxious? I am here to help! I am a trauma therapist that uses CBT and Solution-Focused approaches, as well as Schema Therapy. I have over ten years of experience in the mental health field.
(561) 264-5641 View (561) 264-5641
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Shari Dominianni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33434
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family conflicts or developing solid peer relationships? I can help. With over 10 years of clinical experience helping people move forward in their lives, I look forward to helping you.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family conflicts or developing solid peer relationships? I can help. With over 10 years of clinical experience helping people move forward in their lives, I look forward to helping you.
(561) 403-0831 View (561) 403-0831
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Josias B. Da Silva
Counselor, LMHC, LAC, MEd, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33431
I had just graduated as a psychologist in my home country when I first came from Brazil to the USA. Once here, I was required to go back to school to be licensed as a mental health Counselor. My ideal client is either a Brazilian who feels more comfortable doing therapy in Portuguese or an American-Brazilian who was born or raised in the USA and feels more comfortable doing therapy in English. Potentially, each one of us carries out a wounded child, stuck in a traumatic childhood experience that negatively affects the current intrapersonal and interpersonal functioning. If this is your case, I fully believe that we can work together
I had just graduated as a psychologist in my home country when I first came from Brazil to the USA. Once here, I was required to go back to school to be licensed as a mental health Counselor. My ideal client is either a Brazilian who feels more comfortable doing therapy in Portuguese or an American-Brazilian who was born or raised in the USA and feels more comfortable doing therapy in English. Potentially, each one of us carries out a wounded child, stuck in a traumatic childhood experience that negatively affects the current intrapersonal and interpersonal functioning. If this is your case, I fully believe that we can work together
(561) 462-6052 View (561) 462-6052
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Linda Tepper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSEd, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33496  (Online Only)
I enjoy working in partnership with my clients to help them get unstuck and improve the quality of their lives. I have extensive experience treating individuals and families on a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, panic attacks, relationship issues, and complex PTSD and dissociative disorders. Our work together will be a collaborative effort. Together, as a team we will work to remove obstacles to healing, overcome limiting beliefs and learn new patterns of thinking and being. If you are ready to change and grow, my office is the place to leave your pain and learn to utilize your strengths.
I enjoy working in partnership with my clients to help them get unstuck and improve the quality of their lives. I have extensive experience treating individuals and families on a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, panic attacks, relationship issues, and complex PTSD and dissociative disorders. Our work together will be a collaborative effort. Together, as a team we will work to remove obstacles to healing, overcome limiting beliefs and learn new patterns of thinking and being. If you are ready to change and grow, my office is the place to leave your pain and learn to utilize your strengths.
(561) 288-3876 View (561) 288-3876
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Ostin Celestin Jr
Counselor, LMHC, QS, EMDR, DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33433
Trauma affects us all, in one way or another, either individually, in your relationship or family. Emotions like Shame, Guilt, Security, Trust and Intimacy are just some of the complex struggles you’ll need help navigating with either yourself, partner or family. Here’s my 4 keys to solving those issues together. First, explore and assess your trauma, second ensure a sense of emotional safety and stability, third, process your trauma and lastly, reconnect and reintegrate your sense of self and integrity. By following these steps together, we can overcome the challenges posed by trauma and move forward towards healing and growth.
Trauma affects us all, in one way or another, either individually, in your relationship or family. Emotions like Shame, Guilt, Security, Trust and Intimacy are just some of the complex struggles you’ll need help navigating with either yourself, partner or family. Here’s my 4 keys to solving those issues together. First, explore and assess your trauma, second ensure a sense of emotional safety and stability, third, process your trauma and lastly, reconnect and reintegrate your sense of self and integrity. By following these steps together, we can overcome the challenges posed by trauma and move forward towards healing and growth.
(561) 658-4963 View (561) 658-4963
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.