Personality Disorders therapists in Fort Meade, MD
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Personality Disorders
Centers for Counseling and Wellness, Int'l
Psychologist, PhD
Living with a personality disorder can feel like you are constantly at war with yourself. Your emotions run deeper, your relationships feel more intense, and the world around you can seem unpredictable in ways that leave you exhausted and misunderstood. You may have spent years being told you are too much, too sensitive, too difficult, without anyone ever stopping to ask what is underneath all of that.
You are not too much. You are carrying something that deserves real, skilled support.
At CCW International, we approach personality disorders with compassion, curiosity, and clinical expertise. We understand that these are not character flaws or moral failings. They are complex patterns that developed for a reason, often rooted in early experiences, trauma, or environments that did not give you what you needed to feel safe and secure.
We work with clients to better understand their patterns, build emotional regulation skills, strengthen relationships, and develop a more stable and compassionate relationship with themselves. Whether you are navigating Borderline Personality Disorder, struggling with long-standing patterns that have affected your relationships and your sense of self, or simply trying to understand why you respond to the world the way you do, we are here to help.
Healing is possible. And you deserve a team that actually believes that about you.
14 Years Experience
Online in Fort Meade, MD (Online Only)
Personality Disorders
Evolve Counseling Group LLC
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
We are skilled in detecting and managing personality disorders, with the goal of helping clients achieve greater life satisfaction.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Fort Meade, MD
Online in Fort Meade, MD
Personality Disorders
Cheryl S Rubenstein
Psychologist, PhD
I have worked with various personality disorders over the years. One thing I have found to make a big difference in how therapy goes is the nature of the therapeutic relationship, and this seems particularly true for work with personality disorders.
19 Years Experience
In-Person Near Fort Meade, MD
Online in Fort Meade, MD
Personality Disorders
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, NCCA CTCC CPC
Personality Disorders counselingand 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 Counseling 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.
* Education: 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 Counseling
Our counseling 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 counseling 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. Reach out to learn more about our services designed to support healing and growth.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Fort Meade, MD
Online in Fort Meade, MD
Personality Disorders
Dionysica Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
I have experience supporting clients living with personality disorders, offering a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore the patterns and emotions that may feel overwhelming or misunderstood. My approach focuses on building insight, strengthening coping strategies, and improving relationships through evidence based methods like CBT, IFS, and solution-focused therapy. Together, we work toward stability, self-awareness, and the tools needed to create meaningful and lasting change.
10 Years Experience
Online in Fort Meade, MD (Online Only)
Personality Disorders
Sandra Lashley
Psychologist, Psy.D.
As a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst, personality styles and disorders are my strengths and area of expertise. These are long standing patterns that are deeply rooted and typically can respond to treatment, often with longer term psychotherapy or psychoanalysis.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Fort Meade, MD
Online in Fort Meade, MD
Personality Disorders
Daniel McNulty
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMSW
In my approach to treating personality disorders, I integrate a combination of therapeutic modalities tailored to each individual's specific needs and challenges. Drawing from techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-Based approaches, I assist clients in developing coping strategies, emotion regulation skills, and self-awareness to manage symptoms effectively. Additionally, I incorporate elements of Accelerated Resolution Therapy and Trauma Focused interventions to address underlying traumas or emotional triggers contributing to personality disorder symptoms, fostering healing and personal growth.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Fort Meade, MD
Online in Fort Meade, MD
Personality Disorders
Andrea Miller
Counselor/Therapist, NCC
In my role as a therapist, supporting individuals through their personality disorder treatment often involves elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients develop emotion regulation skills and interpersonal effectiveness, enabling them to manage challenging emotions and improve relationships. Additionally, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques assist clients in identifying and challenging maladaptive thought patterns and behaviors characteristic of their personality disorder, promoting healthier coping strategies and self-awareness. Drawing from Psychodynamic Therapy principles, I explore the underlying unconscious processes and early life experiences that contribute to the development of personality disorder symptoms, fostering insight and facilitating long-term psychological growth and change.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Fort Meade, MD
Online in Fort Meade, MD
Personality Disorders
Georgina Arhin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, ACS, CCTP
DBT, CBT, Reality Therapy, Rational Emotive Behaviroal Theapy
23 Years Experience
Online in Fort Meade, MD (Online Only)
Personality Disorders
Sophia Pressley
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
Personality Disorders can create unstable situations in a person's journey. Difficult patterns of thoughts and behaviors can cause distress and impaired functioning in one's life journey. I will help you identify the symptoms and triggers that are affecting you and teach you the skills and techniques to manage your symptoms and improve you behaviors for a better life journey.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Fort Meade, MD
Online in Fort Meade, MD
Personality Disorders therapists in Fort Meade, MD Statistics
Personality Disorders therapists in Fort Meade, MD average 16 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (84%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (53%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (51%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
47%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Female |
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| 39% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 76% |
In Person and Online |
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| 24% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 84% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 53% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 51% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 45% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 45% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Teen |
| 55% | Senior |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 51% | Men |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Black / African American |
| 33% | Christian |