Personality Disorders therapists in Iron Mountain, Michigan MI
Personality Disorders
Josh Murray- Hopeful Minds
Psychologist, MA, LLP
For many, personality disorders and addiction often go hand in hand. A personality disorder is a type of mental disorder that causes a person to have rigid and unhealthy patterns of thinking, functioning, and behaving. Often, men with personality disorders can have difficulty perceiving and relating to situations and people – and this causes significant stress on relationships, social activities, work, and school. In addition, men with personality disorders often suffer from depression and anxiety, which can lead to self-medicating and the eventual abuse of alcohol and drugs. In fact, substance use disorder is diagnosed in roughly half of individuals with personality disorder.
While the exact cause of personality disorders is unknown, both family history and life events and relationships play a role. For example, people with a history of abuse, trauma, neglect, or being bullied have an increased risk of having a personality disorder.
While these mental disorders affect both males and females, some personality disorders are more common in men. For instance, nearly 90 percent of antisocial personality disorder diagnoses are among men.
Personality disorders are often grouped into three clusters – Cluster A, Cluster B, and Cluster C – according to similar symptoms and characteristics. Since some of the symptoms overlap, it’s pretty common for people with one type of personality disorder to have signs of at least one other personality disorder.
3 Years Experience
Personality Disorders
Michelle Peacock
Psychologist, PhD
Personality disorders are learned patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving that interfere with functioning especially in relationships. These patterns can be changed with therapies such as CBT, DBT, and ACT.
19 Years Experience
Personality Disorders
Jessica Torres-Garcia
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LPCC, NCC, CCTP
With extensive experience, I specialize in the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) utilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Over the years, I have honed my skills in this therapeutic approach to provide comprehensive support to individuals struggling with BPD. Through DBT techniques, I assist clients in developing essential skills for emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness. My commitment is to empower individuals with BPD to lead fulfilling lives and cultivate meaningful relationships.
5 Years Experience
Personality Disorders
Dr. Adam Shafer
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
Personality disorder diagnoses can come with the stigma that we are inherently flawed. This could not be further from the truth if we believe that change is always possible.
Personality Disorders
Dr. Erick David Arguello
Psychologist, PsyD
Whether you're grappling with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), or another personality disorder, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your experiences and emotions.
15 Years Experience