Psychiatrists in Virginia
Lewis A Winkler
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22203
I work with a broad variety of patients and am very experienced in COMBINING and INTEGRATING individual, group, and couples psychotherapy with effective psychopharmacology,,, IF NEEDED I specialize in mood, anxiety, and personality disorders, both severe and more-moderate personality trait and style issues, and am also highly interested in helping people and couples grow out of "BINDS" they are in.. or... those that conflicting personality styles create,, I also specialize in workplace issues, work_created problems, vocational identity issues and have experience in E E O, Workers Comp, and other litigation
I work with a broad variety of patients and am very experienced in COMBINING and INTEGRATING individual, group, and couples psychotherapy with effective psychopharmacology,,, IF NEEDED I specialize in mood, anxiety, and personality disorders, both severe and more-moderate personality trait and style issues, and am also highly interested in helping people and couples grow out of "BINDS" they are in.. or... those that conflicting personality styles create,, I also specialize in workplace issues, work_created problems, vocational identity issues and have experience in E E O, Workers Comp, and other litigation
Dr. Doris Cudjoe Owusu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stafford, VA 22554
I assess and treat depression, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and personality disorders.
Dr. Owusu is a dual-certified and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in the state of Virginia and Maryland. I have many years of experience working in healthcare and a background in working with young adult, and geriatric populations in both inpatient, outpatient, and community nursing. I am committed to providing comprehensive individualized care by focusing on the needs and struggles of my patients, and together we develop a personalized care plan which fits the patient's needs.
I assess and treat depression, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and personality disorders.
Dr. Owusu is a dual-certified and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in the state of Virginia and Maryland. I have many years of experience working in healthcare and a background in working with young adult, and geriatric populations in both inpatient, outpatient, and community nursing. I am committed to providing comprehensive individualized care by focusing on the needs and struggles of my patients, and together we develop a personalized care plan which fits the patient's needs.
Catherine Ben-Agu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225 (Online Only)
She is experienced in various psychiatric disorders including Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, ADD, Personality disorders, SUD, Eating disorders, Mood disorders, suicidal ideation, Therapy sessions and many more.
Catherine Ben-Agu is a board certified licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse practitioner in the state of Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC. She has 8years of experience in psychiatry. Catherine attended Walden University where she completed her bachelors and masters degree in nursing. Through her many years of experience, she has been able to partner with children, adolescents, adults, as well as geriatric clients who seek help with diverse psychiatric problems.
She is experienced in various psychiatric disorders including Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, ADD, Personality disorders, SUD, Eating disorders, Mood disorders, suicidal ideation, Therapy sessions and many more.
Catherine Ben-Agu is a board certified licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse practitioner in the state of Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC. She has 8years of experience in psychiatry. Catherine attended Walden University where she completed her bachelors and masters degree in nursing. Through her many years of experience, she has been able to partner with children, adolescents, adults, as well as geriatric clients who seek help with diverse psychiatric problems.
Godaelli Psychiatric and Mental Health Center
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, VA 23704 (Online Only)
Our providers are specialized in treating Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Trichotillomania, Tics, Tourette's syndrome, ADHD, Autism, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, PTSD, Panic disorder, Bipolar disorder, Intermittent Explosive disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder, Personality disorders, perinatal and post-natal mood disorders.
Godaelli Healthcare Services is transforming lives through holistic medication management and supportive therapy. Our team of experienced Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioners is dedicated to providing mental health treatment to children, teens, adults, and families. Whether your goal is to attain mental stability or you want to maintain stable mental health, our providers are equipped and ready to help. They treat our patients with empathy, compassion, and a deep understanding of both the biological and psychological details of psychiatric disorders and their associated symptoms.
Our providers are specialized in treating Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Trichotillomania, Tics, Tourette's syndrome, ADHD, Autism, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, PTSD, Panic disorder, Bipolar disorder, Intermittent Explosive disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder, Personality disorders, perinatal and post-natal mood disorders.
Godaelli Healthcare Services is transforming lives through holistic medication management and supportive therapy. Our team of experienced Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioners is dedicated to providing mental health treatment to children, teens, adults, and families. Whether your goal is to attain mental stability or you want to maintain stable mental health, our providers are equipped and ready to help. They treat our patients with empathy, compassion, and a deep understanding of both the biological and psychological details of psychiatric disorders and their associated symptoms.
Allison Ernest
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23228
Allison specializes in children (as young as 8), adolescents, teens, and adults with depression, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, phobias, panic disorders, OCD, mood disorders, psychosis, co-occurring disorders, ADHD, addiction, personality disorders, trauma related disorders, and PTSD.
I believe in allowing clients to have a safe space to be their authentic self and feel comfortable in doing so. Getting to know you as a person is very important and can greatly assist in many aspects of treatment, and a therapeutic relationship. I stress that a mental health diagnosis is no different than any other medical diagnosis you may receive and should be treated as such. If a mental health diagnosis is made, believe that this is only a piece of you and does not define you as a person, often stressing that diagnostics are not the primary focus.
Allison specializes in children (as young as 8), adolescents, teens, and adults with depression, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, phobias, panic disorders, OCD, mood disorders, psychosis, co-occurring disorders, ADHD, addiction, personality disorders, trauma related disorders, and PTSD.
I believe in allowing clients to have a safe space to be their authentic self and feel comfortable in doing so. Getting to know you as a person is very important and can greatly assist in many aspects of treatment, and a therapeutic relationship. I stress that a mental health diagnosis is no different than any other medical diagnosis you may receive and should be treated as such. If a mental health diagnosis is made, believe that this is only a piece of you and does not define you as a person, often stressing that diagnostics are not the primary focus.
Jenny Wang
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP, MA
Verified Verified
Blacksburg, VA 24060
I specialize in treating crisis stabilization, anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, Schizophrenia, detox and personality disorders.
With over 10 years experience, I am a dual board-certified nurse practitioner in psychiatric mental health and Children/adult/gerontology primary care. I value holistic approach to individual’s physical, emotional, mental, social, and environmental health.
I specialize in treating crisis stabilization, anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, Schizophrenia, detox and personality disorders.
With over 10 years experience, I am a dual board-certified nurse practitioner in psychiatric mental health and Children/adult/gerontology primary care. I value holistic approach to individual’s physical, emotional, mental, social, and environmental health.
Dr. Sofia Rizwan
Psychiatrist, MD, PC
Verified Verified
Burke, VA 22015
I treat all psychiatric disorders like ADHD, Addiction, Depression Anxiety, Job stress, Personal issues, Personality disorders, OCD, Affective disorders, PTSD.
I am a psychiatrist with more than fifteen years of experience as an adult Psychiatrist. I take most insurances and I am accepting new patients. I treat all psychiatric disorders including addiction and ADHD. My office is located in Burke, Virginia, 22015.
I treat all psychiatric disorders like ADHD, Addiction, Depression Anxiety, Job stress, Personal issues, Personality disorders, OCD, Affective disorders, PTSD.
I am a psychiatrist with more than fifteen years of experience as an adult Psychiatrist. I take most insurances and I am accepting new patients. I treat all psychiatric disorders including addiction and ADHD. My office is located in Burke, Virginia, 22015.
Megan Zamora
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, VA 24558 (Online Only)
I focus on the treatment of depression, anxiety, personality disorders and psychosis.
NEW PATIENTS WELCOME. WEEKEND AVAILABILITY. Whether depression and anxiety are long-term struggles or you are experiencing your first event, or you suffer from psychosis or a personality disorder I am here to manage your medications and provide brief psychotherapy. I understand the struggle of making it through the day when you are having trouble concentrating, connecting with others or just feeling a complete lack of motivation to interact fully with the world around you. Possibly you turn to unhealthy coping skills and maybe you feel you’ve tried it all. I am here to help you live a happier, healthier life.
I focus on the treatment of depression, anxiety, personality disorders and psychosis.
NEW PATIENTS WELCOME. WEEKEND AVAILABILITY. Whether depression and anxiety are long-term struggles or you are experiencing your first event, or you suffer from psychosis or a personality disorder I am here to manage your medications and provide brief psychotherapy. I understand the struggle of making it through the day when you are having trouble concentrating, connecting with others or just feeling a complete lack of motivation to interact fully with the world around you. Possibly you turn to unhealthy coping skills and maybe you feel you’ve tried it all. I am here to help you live a happier, healthier life.
Roshanne Forbes, Psychiatric Medication Management
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CRNP-PM, MSN
Verified Verified
Ashburn, VA 20147
Expert assessment of your needs for ADHD, Anger, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Medication Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Sleep or Insomnia, Stress, Teen Violence, Trauma and PTSD, Women’s Issues, Personality Disorders, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders, and other challenges.
Does your child, your adolescent, your teenager, or you need medication management or a prescription for psychiatric medication? Do you struggle with ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia or problems sleeping, bipolar disorder, OCD, dual diagnosis, PTSD, or other psychiatric challenges? Has your therapist suggested that you would benefit from medication to relieve your symptoms? Are you already taking medication but need to adjust your prescription for better results or fewer side effects? An evaluation can help determine if you need medication, and what medications might help the most. Reach out now. I am eager to hear your story!
Expert assessment of your needs for ADHD, Anger, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Medication Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Sleep or Insomnia, Stress, Teen Violence, Trauma and PTSD, Women’s Issues, Personality Disorders, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders, and other challenges.
Does your child, your adolescent, your teenager, or you need medication management or a prescription for psychiatric medication? Do you struggle with ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia or problems sleeping, bipolar disorder, OCD, dual diagnosis, PTSD, or other psychiatric challenges? Has your therapist suggested that you would benefit from medication to relieve your symptoms? Are you already taking medication but need to adjust your prescription for better results or fewer side effects? An evaluation can help determine if you need medication, and what medications might help the most. Reach out now. I am eager to hear your story!
Maura Constance
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MPH, PMHNP, FNP, BC
Verified Verified
Front Royal, VA 22630
I am a warm, compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner devoted to helping people overcome difficulties and thrive. I employ a humanistic approach that looks at the whole person to understand how elements in the past and factors in the present environment can contribute to your current challenges. I listen deeply and work with you to find the right mix of evidence-based therapies and medications to address your particular needs. I have a special interest in depression, anxiety, personality disorders, addiction issues, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
I am a warm, compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner devoted to helping people overcome difficulties and thrive. I employ a humanistic approach that looks at the whole person to understand how elements in the past and factors in the present environment can contribute to your current challenges. I listen deeply and work with you to find the right mix of evidence-based therapies and medications to address your particular needs. I have a special interest in depression, anxiety, personality disorders, addiction issues, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
Mimi Tyson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMH
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902
I am a friendly and insightful psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who provides compassionate, empathetic care tailored to your concerns. I am trained in the use of both psychotherapy and medication management to treat a variety of psychiatric disorders. I have developed expertise in anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder.
I am a friendly and insightful psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who provides compassionate, empathetic care tailored to your concerns. I am trained in the use of both psychotherapy and medication management to treat a variety of psychiatric disorders. I have developed expertise in anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder.
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Camille Brenke
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Midlothian, VA 23114 (Online Only)
Camille Brenke is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who has experience working with children and adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, psychosis, and dementia. Camille has a special interest in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders as well as alternative and complementary medicines.
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MBA, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
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14 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23225 (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients: Plant Your Roots with Us at Eden Total Care! Hello, I'm Deneice, a mental health provider offering virtual sessions in VA, CO, MT, WA, and AZ. I specialize in guiding young-feeling adults through complex mental health issues, including symptoms of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, depression, insomnia, and PTSD. My holistic approach offers personalized care, blending evidence-based therapies with medication management. Together, we'll create a treatment plan that suits your unique preferences, supporting your well-being and building a foundation for long-term stability and resilience.
Now Accepting New Clients: Plant Your Roots with Us at Eden Total Care! Hello, I'm Deneice, a mental health provider offering virtual sessions in VA, CO, MT, WA, and AZ. I specialize in guiding young-feeling adults through complex mental health issues, including symptoms of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, depression, insomnia, and PTSD. My holistic approach offers personalized care, blending evidence-based therapies with medication management. Together, we'll create a treatment plan that suits your unique preferences, supporting your well-being and building a foundation for long-term stability and resilience.
Godaelli Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
McLean, VA 22102
Our providers are specialized in treating Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Trichotillomania, Tics, Tourette's syndrome, ADHD, Autism, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, PTSD, Panic disorder, Bipolar disorder, Intermittent Explosive disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder, Personality disorders, perinatal and post-natal mood disorders.
Godaelli Healthcare Services is transforming lives through holistic medication management and supportive therapy. Our team of experienced Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioners is dedicated to providing mental health treatment to children, teens, adults, and families. Whether your goal is to attain mental stability or you want to maintain stable mental health, our providers are equipped and ready to help. They treat our patients with empathy, compassion, and a deep understanding of both the biological and psychological details of psychiatric disorders and their associated symptoms.
Our providers are specialized in treating Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Trichotillomania, Tics, Tourette's syndrome, ADHD, Autism, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, PTSD, Panic disorder, Bipolar disorder, Intermittent Explosive disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder, Personality disorders, perinatal and post-natal mood disorders.
Godaelli Healthcare Services is transforming lives through holistic medication management and supportive therapy. Our team of experienced Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioners is dedicated to providing mental health treatment to children, teens, adults, and families. Whether your goal is to attain mental stability or you want to maintain stable mental health, our providers are equipped and ready to help. They treat our patients with empathy, compassion, and a deep understanding of both the biological and psychological details of psychiatric disorders and their associated symptoms.
Megan Green
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314 (Online Only)
She is particularly interested in treating patients with mood, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, and personality disorders.
Dr. Green (she/her) holds the position of staff psychiatrist at Talkiatry. She is board-eligible in adult psychiatry. She received her medical degree from New York Institute of Technology's College of Osteopathic Medicine on Long Island, NY. Her adult residency training was completed at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in Richmond, VA. In addition to general, adult psychiatry, Dr. Green is clinically experienced and interested in treating patients of a wide variety.
She is particularly interested in treating patients with mood, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, and personality disorders.
Dr. Green (she/her) holds the position of staff psychiatrist at Talkiatry. She is board-eligible in adult psychiatry. She received her medical degree from New York Institute of Technology's College of Osteopathic Medicine on Long Island, NY. Her adult residency training was completed at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in Richmond, VA. In addition to general, adult psychiatry, Dr. Green is clinically experienced and interested in treating patients of a wide variety.
Elizabeth Onyejekwe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Stafford, VA 22556
I am a psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I treat people struggling with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Trichotillomania, Tics, Tourette's syndrome, ADHD, Autism, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, PTSD, Panic disorder, Bipolar disorder, Intermittent Explosive disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder, Personality disorders, perinatal and post-natal mood disorders. I offer medication management and supportive therapy with a holistic approach. I customize treatment to meet each person's unique needs and goals.
I am a psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I treat people struggling with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Trichotillomania, Tics, Tourette's syndrome, ADHD, Autism, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, PTSD, Panic disorder, Bipolar disorder, Intermittent Explosive disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder, Personality disorders, perinatal and post-natal mood disorders. I offer medication management and supportive therapy with a holistic approach. I customize treatment to meet each person's unique needs and goals.
Brighter Pathways LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23111 (Online Only)
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My experience has given me the opportunity to work closely with children/adolescents experiencing symptoms of ADHD, autism, ODD, ID, depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, personality disorders, schizophrenia and OCD.
Our focus is to help individuals improve their mental health and quality of life, as well as to heal and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral, nonjudgmental, safe space and listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. Now accepting new patients, no waiting list.
My experience has given me the opportunity to work closely with children/adolescents experiencing symptoms of ADHD, autism, ODD, ID, depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, personality disorders, schizophrenia and OCD.
Our focus is to help individuals improve their mental health and quality of life, as well as to heal and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral, nonjudgmental, safe space and listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. Now accepting new patients, no waiting list.
Newlife Aspiration Behavioural Health Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN, DNP
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20171
She treats patients with disorders that includes anxiety, depression, personality disorders, ADHD, PTSD, substance abuse, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
Chinyere is a Board Certified licensed, Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a BSN degree from Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA, an MSN degree from the University of Cincinnati, Ohio and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA. Chinyere has 14 years of experience as a psychiatric nurse and 9 years of experience as a nurse practitioner, providing psychiatric evaluation, treatment and medication management to patients with varying degree of mental illness. She has expertise in treating adolescent and adult patients.
She treats patients with disorders that includes anxiety, depression, personality disorders, ADHD, PTSD, substance abuse, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
Chinyere is a Board Certified licensed, Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a BSN degree from Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA, an MSN degree from the University of Cincinnati, Ohio and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA. Chinyere has 14 years of experience as a psychiatric nurse and 9 years of experience as a nurse practitioner, providing psychiatric evaluation, treatment and medication management to patients with varying degree of mental illness. She has expertise in treating adolescent and adult patients.
Martha L Eseh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP , BC
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23059
I provide medication management to patients with mental health disorders including Anxiety & Depression, mood disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Schizophrenia, personality disorders, eating disorders, Trauma related disorders and others.
Hello, my name is Martha Eseh and I am a Board Certified Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with several years of nursing experience in the psychiatric field. My ideal clients are those suffering from anxiety, depression, ADHD, Mood disorders, sleep issues, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia etc. & weight related issues. I diagnose, treat & manage mental health related medications. I provide compassionate care, listen keenly and partner with my clients to provide a personalized treatment plan. Contact me today and lets work together to get your headspace in the right space.
I provide medication management to patients with mental health disorders including Anxiety & Depression, mood disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Schizophrenia, personality disorders, eating disorders, Trauma related disorders and others.
Hello, my name is Martha Eseh and I am a Board Certified Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with several years of nursing experience in the psychiatric field. My ideal clients are those suffering from anxiety, depression, ADHD, Mood disorders, sleep issues, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia etc. & weight related issues. I diagnose, treat & manage mental health related medications. I provide compassionate care, listen keenly and partner with my clients to provide a personalized treatment plan. Contact me today and lets work together to get your headspace in the right space.
Matt Leshchiner
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22201
I work with thought, mood, and personality disorders.
I diagnose and treat adults and adolescents with all psychiatric illnesses. However, I don’t get hung up on labels and diagnoses. My patients describe me as authentic because I treat each person as an individual with their own specific symptoms and needs. I am committed to providing a safe space for LGBTQIA+ patients. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and have worked in psychiatry for over six years. I earned my BSN and MSN from The George Washington University. While I primarily do medication management, I am also trained in DBT and existential therapy.
I work with thought, mood, and personality disorders.
I diagnose and treat adults and adolescents with all psychiatric illnesses. However, I don’t get hung up on labels and diagnoses. My patients describe me as authentic because I treat each person as an individual with their own specific symptoms and needs. I am committed to providing a safe space for LGBTQIA+ patients. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and have worked in psychiatry for over six years. I earned my BSN and MSN from The George Washington University. While I primarily do medication management, I am also trained in DBT and existential therapy.
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Personality Disorders Psychiatrists
What are the common treatment options for personality disorders?
Personality disorders are typically treated with psychotherapy, sometimes in conjunction with medication. Therapy can help people with personality disorders develop skills to tolerate difficult emotions, navigate interpersonal relationships, and solidify their sense of self. Medications can treat symptoms that co-occur with the disorder, such as depression, anger, aggression, and impulsivity.
When to seek treatment for personality disorders?
Even though treatment for personality disorders can be an uphill battle, it’s best to seek help if you suspect that you or a loved one is struggling with one, because personality disorders can create substantial problems in life. Symptoms depend on the specific disorder, but overall signs of personality disorders include consistent difficulty maintaining close relationships, dramatic variations in self-esteem, and an unstable sense of identity.
How long does therapy take for personality disorders?
The timeline for treating personality disorders isn’t as clear-cut as it is for other disorders. Change can be difficult, taking from around one year to five, 10, or more. The key is finding a therapist who has extensive experience treating the relevant disorder. For example, a psychologist who specializes in narcissistic personality disorder has specific communication strategies that allow them to sustain the relationship and be more effective with narcissistic patients.
Can therapy help people with personality disorders?
Research suggests that for those who are motivated to address concerns or interpersonal conflict related to a personality disorder, therapy is far more effective than no treatment, and that most people in therapy see improvements. However, since personality disorders involve entrenched elements of identity, they are less responsive to treatment than are other mental health conditions. Finding an expert who has extensive experience working with a given personality disorder is one factor that increases the likelihood of successful treatment.