Personality Disorders therapists in Williamsport, PA
Browse Personality Disorders therapists in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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
Online in Williamsport, PA
Personality Disorders
Jill Verofsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.S., L.P.C., N.C.C.
Personality disorders aren't just "being difficult" or having a strong personality—they are deeply ingrained, rigid patterns of thinking and behaving that deviate significantly from cultural expectations, causing chronic dysfunction in relationships and daily life.
9 Years Experience
Online in Williamsport, PA (Online Only)
Personality Disorders
Dr. Brian Sharpless
Psychologist, Ph.D., Clinical Psychology; M.A., Philosophy
Treating personality disorders is one of my clinical specialties. Although personality disorders are, by definition, long-standing problems, they can indeed be treated. I generally use one of four contemporary psychodynamic approaches (i.e., Transference-Focused Psychotherapy, Supportive-Expressive Therapy, Mentalization-Based Treatment, and Supportive Therapy), either alone or in combination, to help people improve. I have published professional works (i.e., articles; a book) on psychodynamic therapy as well. Please note that I do not do couple's therapy and that I will not schedule appointments intended for other people (e.g., spouses, family members). All potential patients must contact me directly.
19 Years Experience
Online in Williamsport, PA
Personality Disorders
Jacinda Andrews
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD-C, LPC, NCC
Living with a Type A personality can feel like being driven by an unrelenting need for order, control, and perfection. While these traits may have helped you succeed in some areas, they can also create stress, rigid thinking, strained relationships, and difficulty adapting to change. Together, we'll explore these patterns with curiosity rather than judgment, build greater flexibility, and develop practical skills to help you find balance, improve relationships, and create a life guided by your values rather than perfection.
9 Years Experience
Online in Williamsport, PA (Online Only)
Personality Disorders
Julien Moe
Hypnotherapist, Diploma in Clinical and Applied Hypnosis, Diploma in Life Coaching
People have issues. Many have personality disorders. I will hep you help yourself modify your thoughts and behaviors. I use Psychodynamic hypnotherapy and Dicit hypnotherapy too. I also use other clinical hypnotherapies too. All my clients with personality disorders are recovering. So should you.
Hypnotherapy is a beneficial complementary tool for managing symptoms of certain personality disorders (PDs), such as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), but it is rarely a standalone cure. It is most effective when used alongside traditional psychotherapy for emotional regulation, anxiety reduction, and developing coping strategies. What I do is hypnotherapies for your resilience and recovery.
10 Years Experience
Online in Williamsport, PA
Personality Disorders therapists in Williamsport, PA Statistics
Personality Disorders therapists in Williamsport, PA average 16 years of experience and charge around $226 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (49%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (46%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$226
Accept insurance
34%
Offer sliding scale
51%
Gender ID
| 49% |
Female |
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| 44% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 69% |
In Person and Online |
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| 31% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 49% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 46% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 46% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 43% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Teen |
| 46% | Senior |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 49% | Women |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Men |
| 34% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |