Borderline Personality Disorder therapists in Austin, TX
Browse Borderline Personality Disorder therapists in Austin, Texas. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
BPD
Dr. Jillian Mahatha
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC, ACS, CCTP
I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and adults living with borderline personality disorder. I provide individualized, compassionate care focused on helping clients strengthen emotional regulation, improve relationships, develop healthy coping strategies, and build a greater sense of self-awareness and stability.
14 Years Experience
Online in Austin, TX (Online Only)
BPD
David J Schlosz
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Individuals struggling with intense emotions, fear of abandonment, unstable relationships, or difficulty with identity often carry deep relational wounds beneath the surface. My approach is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and focused on helping clients better understand their emotional experiences, build healthier relationships, regulate overwhelming feelings, and develop a more stable and grounded sense of self.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Austin, TX
Online in Austin, TX
BPD
Aaron Leigh Horton
Counselor/Therapist, LPC Associate, M.S., NCC; Supervised by Bryan C. Duncan, PhD, LPC-S
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by intense emotions, unstable relationships, and struggles with self-identity. I offer compassionate support and evidence-based therapies to help you navigate your challenges and foster personal growth.
4 Years Experience
Online in Austin, TX
BPD
Houston Center for Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Houston Center for Christian Counseling has counselors that work extensively Borderline Personality Disorder.
45 Years Experience
Online in Austin, TX
BPD
Jennifer Pinkerton
Therapist, M.S., LMFT, CTP, C-PD
BPD is a disorder that causes great difficulty in emotional regulation and emotional control. There can be extreme mood swings, emotional outbursts, impulsive anger, turbulent relationships and idealization and devaluation. BPD can mimic other disorders, thus it is often misdiagnosed and misunderstood. There is a belief that it is centered around emotional manipulation, yet that is not the case. There is a very high comorbidity with other issues such as substance abuse or self-harm as well. Suicidality is high among BPD due to the consensus that they see the world in only stark black and white, without the ability to reference and evaluate how things actually are. Therapy can greatly impact BDP symptoms and provide relief from this disorder.
4 Years Experience
Online in Austin, TX
Austin's explosive tech-industry growth has brought an influx of young professionals navigating burnout, identity shifts, and the pressures of rapid lifestyle change in an increasingly expensive city. The city has a large LGBTQ+ community and strong demand for affirming therapists specializing in gender identity, relationship dynamics, and life transitions. The University of Texas and major hospital systems including Ascension Seton and St. David's HealthCare provide substantial mental health resources alongside the city's growing network of private practices. Many Austin therapists offer telehealth, making it easier to find care across the wider metro and surrounding Hill Country communities.
Borderline Personality Disorder therapists in Austin, TX Statistics
Borderline Personality Disorder therapists in Austin, TX average 15 years of experience and charge around $211 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (77%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (64%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$211
Accept insurance
52%
Offer sliding scale
55%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 75% |
In Person and Online |
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| 25% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 77% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 64% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 41% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 41% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 70% | Teen |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Senior |
| 32% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Men |
| 55% | Women |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Military / Veterans |
| 39% | Persons with Disabilities |