Personality Disorders therapists in Plymouth, Pennsylvania PA
Personality Disorders
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Personality Disorders treatment and support services cater to individuals experiencing difficulties due to enduring patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that significantly deviate from cultural expectations, causing distress or impairment in functioning. Our specialized care focuses on understanding the complexity of personality disorders, such as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), and others, with the aim of guiding clients towards healthier and more adaptive ways of relating to themselves and the world around them.
Tailored Therapeutic Approaches
* Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): A core treatment for individuals particularly with BPD, focusing on building skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
* Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps in identifying and changing negative thinking patterns and behaviors associated with various personality disorders.
* Schema Therapy: A therapeutic approach that combines elements of CBT, attachment theory, psychodynamic concepts, and emotional processing to address deep-rooted patterns.
* Psychoeducation: Educating clients about their condition to promote understanding and self-awareness, which is crucial for managing symptoms and fostering healthier relationships.
* Support Groups and Peer Support: Facilitating connections with others facing similar challenges, providing a supportive community for sharing experiences and coping strategies.
Goals of Personality Disorders Treatment
Our treatment and support for personality disorders aim to:
* Enhance Self-Awareness: Increase understanding of one’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and how they relate to the disorder.
* Improve Emotional Regulation: Develop skills to effectively manage intense emotions and reduce emotional distress.
* Foster Healthier Relationships: Help individuals build and maintain healthier and more satisfying relationships through improved communication and empathy.
* Strengthen Coping Mechanisms: Equip clients with adaptive coping skills for dealing with stress and life challenges.
* Increase Life Satisfaction and Functioning: Support individuals in achieving a more fulfilling life, with greater independence and improved social and occupational functioning.
Personality Disorders treatment and support require a customized and empathetic approach, recognizing the unique challenges that individuals face. We are dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their thoughts and behaviors, build meaningful skills for change, and work towards realizing their full potential. If you or a loved one struggles with a personality disorder, reach out to us to learn more about our specialized services designed to support healing and growth.
7 Years Experience
Personality Disorders
Dr. Mitchell Hicks
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Are your life and relationships unfulfilling? Can't let go of past hurts? Using sex or the internet to avoid others or painful emotions? Nothing gets better no matter what you try? Maybe it's time for a change!
27 Years Experience
Personality Disorders
Peakminds Psychology
Psychologist
Peakminds offers personality assessments which assess for various personality disorders, including borderline personality disorder and antisocial personality disorder.
7 Years Experience
Personality Disorders
Dr. David Steinbok
Psychologist, M.S., Psy.D.
Dr. David Steinbok believes that change occurs within the individual, through insight and awareness. By utilizing the therapist as an accepting, non-judgmental participant, one can come to understand what keeps them from moving forward and achieving more satisfaction in their lives.
13 Years Experience
Personality Disorders
Dr. Trey Cole
Psychologist, Psy.D., ABPP, DAAETS
All relationships come with their own hurdles; however, sometimes they can feel extra difficult to navigate. If being in close relationships has often felt difficult, please reach out and learn how to feel closer and more engaged with those you care about.
17 Years Experience