Borderline Personality (BPD) Psychiatrists in New Windsor, NY

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Northern Medical Group Behavioral Health Division
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Windsor, NY 12553
Opiate addiction effects 1.9 million Americans and has the potential to destroy individuals and families but their is help.. We offer evidence-based medication assisted treatments including buprenorphine (Suboxone, Zubsolv) for opioid dependence. We offer personalized one-on-one care for every patient to reclaim their lives. Varinder S. Rathore MD is Board Certified in Addiction Psychiatry with 15+ years experience with opioid dependence treatment. As a former Assistant Professor at Albert Einstein/Montefiore Medical he is one of the most skilled addiction physicians in the country. We can help you. Call us today.
Opiate addiction effects 1.9 million Americans and has the potential to destroy individuals and families but their is help.. We offer evidence-based medication assisted treatments including buprenorphine (Suboxone, Zubsolv) for opioid dependence. We offer personalized one-on-one care for every patient to reclaim their lives. Varinder S. Rathore MD is Board Certified in Addiction Psychiatry with 15+ years experience with opioid dependence treatment. As a former Assistant Professor at Albert Einstein/Montefiore Medical he is one of the most skilled addiction physicians in the country. We can help you. Call us today.
(845) 237-3915 View (845) 237-3915

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Perry Githens APRN
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Beacon, NY 12508
Perry Githens has sound experience in substance abuse, long-term care settings, outpatient, and acute inpatient settings with pediatric and adult populations. He has experience in all different areas, such as residential substance abuse, alcohol use disorder, inpatient geriatric psychiatry with dementia, and mental illness in the elderly.
Perry Githens has sound experience in substance abuse, long-term care settings, outpatient, and acute inpatient settings with pediatric and adult populations. He has experience in all different areas, such as residential substance abuse, alcohol use disorder, inpatient geriatric psychiatry with dementia, and mental illness in the elderly.
(845) 250-3614 View (845) 250-3614
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One Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, NP-P, BC
Verified Verified
Newburgh, NY 12550  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified psychiatric NP, trained at New York University. I specialize in adults, children, adolescents, and geriatrics. My virtual and in-person practices are friendly and confidential spaces where I provide a thorough psychiatric evaluation and personalized medication management. My approach is to always see things from the client’s perspective. My mission is to support my clients while they create more meaningful progress in life. I use my expertise to help them find harmony between mind and body. I think mental health care can be a spiritual, and yet a scientific way for the client to look into their soul.
I am a board-certified psychiatric NP, trained at New York University. I specialize in adults, children, adolescents, and geriatrics. My virtual and in-person practices are friendly and confidential spaces where I provide a thorough psychiatric evaluation and personalized medication management. My approach is to always see things from the client’s perspective. My mission is to support my clients while they create more meaningful progress in life. I use my expertise to help them find harmony between mind and body. I think mental health care can be a spiritual, and yet a scientific way for the client to look into their soul.
(201) 969-5923 View (201) 969-5923

Online Psychiatrists

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Olanike O Kekere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, NP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11201
I am a Yale University-trained Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner with over 18 years of experience in Mental Health. I am lifespan board-certified to treat ages 5 to 70years old. I have subspecialty training in child and adolescent psychiatry and clinical research. I treat all psychiatric conditions including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, Panic Disorder, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Schizophrenia, PTSD and abuse survivors, OCD, Eating Disorders, and ODD. I provide culturally sensitive integrative and holistic psychiatric services that are tailored to each individual patient's needs.
I am a Yale University-trained Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner with over 18 years of experience in Mental Health. I am lifespan board-certified to treat ages 5 to 70years old. I have subspecialty training in child and adolescent psychiatry and clinical research. I treat all psychiatric conditions including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, Panic Disorder, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Schizophrenia, PTSD and abuse survivors, OCD, Eating Disorders, and ODD. I provide culturally sensitive integrative and holistic psychiatric services that are tailored to each individual patient's needs.
(929) 362-5934 View (929) 362-5934
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Joseph Scott Weiner
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050
Conditions I treat include depression, anxiety, grief, and bereavement as well as borderline personality disorder.
My mission is to make sure that my patients receive the most thoughtful, empathetic and contemporary treatment in a safe, comfortable, and confidential environment. When you call for a consultation, we'll spend a little time talking by phone so we can see if we're a good fit. If we decide to meet, decisions about your care will be made as a team, with you being the most important member. I am devoted to providing attentive care to all my patients. Please explore my website to learn more about my practice and my qualifications: www.weinermd.com
Conditions I treat include depression, anxiety, grief, and bereavement as well as borderline personality disorder.
My mission is to make sure that my patients receive the most thoughtful, empathetic and contemporary treatment in a safe, comfortable, and confidential environment. When you call for a consultation, we'll spend a little time talking by phone so we can see if we're a good fit. If we decide to meet, decisions about your care will be made as a team, with you being the most important member. I am devoted to providing attentive care to all my patients. Please explore my website to learn more about my practice and my qualifications: www.weinermd.com
(516) 336-4298 View (516) 336-4298
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Transformation Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10128
Michael Brus, M.D., founded Transformation Psychiatry to deliver a holistic, customized treatment program for each patient. With a passion for combining the science of psychopharmacology and the art of psychotherapy, Dr. Brus takes the time to understand your unique needs and tailors a treatment plan to help you make progress. Whether you receive psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of the two, Dr. Brus is dedicated to relieving your symptoms quickly and ensuring your long-term recovery. He specializes in borderline personality disorder, self-harm behaviors, anxiety, depression, and addiction. For more, visit his website: www.transformationpsychiatry.com
Michael Brus, M.D., founded Transformation Psychiatry to deliver a holistic, customized treatment program for each patient. With a passion for combining the science of psychopharmacology and the art of psychotherapy, Dr. Brus takes the time to understand your unique needs and tailors a treatment plan to help you make progress. Whether you receive psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of the two, Dr. Brus is dedicated to relieving your symptoms quickly and ensuring your long-term recovery. He specializes in borderline personality disorder, self-harm behaviors, anxiety, depression, and addiction. For more, visit his website: www.transformationpsychiatry.com
(929) 227-6839 View (929) 227-6839
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Amanda Hance
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Throughout my career, I have treated a wide range of conditions from Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Addiction, Bipolar, Borderline Personality Disorder, Insomnia, ADHD, PTSD/Trauma, and other mental health problems. Your treatment will be evidence based and individualized to fit your specific needs. Sessions will focus on medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle awareness (sleep, nutrition, exercise, and stress management skills). I am committed to making you feel heard and building a strong therapeutic relationship with each client I treat.
Throughout my career, I have treated a wide range of conditions from Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Addiction, Bipolar, Borderline Personality Disorder, Insomnia, ADHD, PTSD/Trauma, and other mental health problems. Your treatment will be evidence based and individualized to fit your specific needs. Sessions will focus on medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle awareness (sleep, nutrition, exercise, and stress management skills). I am committed to making you feel heard and building a strong therapeutic relationship with each client I treat.
(680) 206-9617 View (680) 206-9617
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Ample Grace Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
Yonkers, NY 10710  (Online Only)
We can assess, diagnose, and treat the following conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and adult autism.
We are currently accepting new patients for ADHD Neuropsychological testing. Think you have ADHD? No problem! We offer ADHD Objective Testing that can be used to guide ADHD diagnosis for patients. The testing can also be done at the office and via telehealth. We also offer adult autism assessment and DBT-informed therapy. At Ample Grace Psychiatry, we offer a custom approach for each client! We start with understanding where you are now and your challenges. We help you put a plan in place to help you move forward, and we celebrate your successes along the way. We offer an inclusive, safe space with visits to suit your schedule.
We can assess, diagnose, and treat the following conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and adult autism.
We are currently accepting new patients for ADHD Neuropsychological testing. Think you have ADHD? No problem! We offer ADHD Objective Testing that can be used to guide ADHD diagnosis for patients. The testing can also be done at the office and via telehealth. We also offer adult autism assessment and DBT-informed therapy. At Ample Grace Psychiatry, we offer a custom approach for each client! We start with understanding where you are now and your challenges. We help you put a plan in place to help you move forward, and we celebrate your successes along the way. We offer an inclusive, safe space with visits to suit your schedule.
(585) 449-9554 View (585) 449-9554
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Yvonne Lorelle Davis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10031  (Online Only)
Are you looking for individualized compassionate care based on mutual respect and understanding in a judgement free environment?? Then you've come to the right place! I offer a collaborative approach to help people achieve their goals. I believe in treating each person as a unique individual, and together, we will find the best path toward wellness. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is experienced in treating depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder and other psychiatric disorders.
Are you looking for individualized compassionate care based on mutual respect and understanding in a judgement free environment?? Then you've come to the right place! I offer a collaborative approach to help people achieve their goals. I believe in treating each person as a unique individual, and together, we will find the best path toward wellness. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is experienced in treating depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder and other psychiatric disorders.
(315) 302-1745 View (315) 302-1745
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DH Mental Health Continuum
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11581  (Online Only)
My name is Desiree Hopkinson and I started DH Mental Health Continuum because I am passionate about giving quality access to care and the time you deserve. I am an ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner treating children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of behavioral and emotional difficulties. Ten years of experience in healthcare, including psychiatric mental health nursing working with clients across the lifespan with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline disorder, ADHD as well as anxiety, and depressive disorders.
My name is Desiree Hopkinson and I started DH Mental Health Continuum because I am passionate about giving quality access to care and the time you deserve. I am an ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner treating children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of behavioral and emotional difficulties. Ten years of experience in healthcare, including psychiatric mental health nursing working with clients across the lifespan with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline disorder, ADHD as well as anxiety, and depressive disorders.
(516) 212-8738 View (516) 212-8738
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Judit Lendvay
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Waitlist for new clients
I have special expertise differentiating bipolar and borderline personality disorders as well as a specialized therapy: TFP.
Many of my patients found only temporary relief from prior treatments and are interested in a real change. If you are motivated and prefer someone who does not recommend medications easily and believes in getting to the root of problems, I may be the person for you. I am a very experienced clinician, providing individualized treatment based on thorough assessment and refers you to therapists who would be a better match for you. I have trained at Cornell and Columbia and I am on the faculty at both places. I am a training and supervising analyst at Columbia and am expert in TFP (Transference Focused Psychotherapy).
I have special expertise differentiating bipolar and borderline personality disorders as well as a specialized therapy: TFP.
Many of my patients found only temporary relief from prior treatments and are interested in a real change. If you are motivated and prefer someone who does not recommend medications easily and believes in getting to the root of problems, I may be the person for you. I am a very experienced clinician, providing individualized treatment based on thorough assessment and refers you to therapists who would be a better match for you. I have trained at Cornell and Columbia and I am on the faculty at both places. I am a training and supervising analyst at Columbia and am expert in TFP (Transference Focused Psychotherapy).
(914) 810-3046 View (914) 810-3046
Patricia Janson, NP, PC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
Plainview, NY 11803
Patricia has a clinical specialty in Eating Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma, Addiction, as well as Borderline Personality Disorder.
Patricia Janson is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who specializes in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Therapy. She has many years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families with expertise in treating a broad range of emotional and behavioral problems.
Patricia has a clinical specialty in Eating Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma, Addiction, as well as Borderline Personality Disorder.
Patricia Janson is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who specializes in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Therapy. She has many years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families with expertise in treating a broad range of emotional and behavioral problems.
(917) 960-8048 View (917) 960-8048
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Phuc (Duyen) Nguyen
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
I have four years of experience working with psychiatric patients in the hospital setting with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and borderline personality disorder (BPD).
I am an ANCC board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who emphasizes healing through emotional support and empowerment. I received my Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Austin and my Advanced Certificate in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from New York University.
I have four years of experience working with psychiatric patients in the hospital setting with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and borderline personality disorder (BPD).
I am an ANCC board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who emphasizes healing through emotional support and empowerment. I received my Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Austin and my Advanced Certificate in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from New York University.
(646) 832-2562 View (646) 832-2562
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Michael Hawthorne
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
Michael is a psychiatric mental health practitioner with over 20 years of experience in medicine. His approach is one that utilizes medication management in conjunction with talk-therapy. In his treatment style he views himself more of a partner who considers the "whole person" rather than strictly a medical clinician
Michael is a psychiatric mental health practitioner with over 20 years of experience in medicine. His approach is one that utilizes medication management in conjunction with talk-therapy. In his treatment style he views himself more of a partner who considers the "whole person" rather than strictly a medical clinician
(347) 707-7735 View (347) 707-7735
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Felipe Castillo
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
Waitlist for new clients
I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist sub-specialized in addiction psychiatry who provides comprehensive mental health treatment for adults - including psychotherapy and medication management. I will work together with you on your mental health needs without being judged, ignored or misunderstood. I intentionally have a low volume private practice in order to deliver personalized care. I primarily see patients on Thursdays evenings in person, and remotely other evenings.
I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist sub-specialized in addiction psychiatry who provides comprehensive mental health treatment for adults - including psychotherapy and medication management. I will work together with you on your mental health needs without being judged, ignored or misunderstood. I intentionally have a low volume private practice in order to deliver personalized care. I primarily see patients on Thursdays evenings in person, and remotely other evenings.
(646) 798-9661 View (646) 798-9661
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Dr. Kyu Oh
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist practicing in NY, NJ, and via telehealth. I completed psychiatry residency training at Columbia University and I am now an Instructor in Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia. I work with clients struggling with a wide range of mental health problems, including stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, work and school issues. I specialize in both medication management and psychotherapy for the treatment of the following psychiatric conditions: anxiety, panic, depression, OCD, and adult ADHD.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist practicing in NY, NJ, and via telehealth. I completed psychiatry residency training at Columbia University and I am now an Instructor in Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia. I work with clients struggling with a wide range of mental health problems, including stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, work and school issues. I specialize in both medication management and psychotherapy for the treatment of the following psychiatric conditions: anxiety, panic, depression, OCD, and adult ADHD.
(646) 912-8774 View (646) 912-8774
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Kafilat Y.Ojo, MD PC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Are you seeking guidance and/or extra support due to a challenging situation?. Are you interested in self growth and awareness? If so, I look forward to working with you! My practice is geared towards providing both psychopharmacology (Medication) and /or psychotherapy (Talk Therapy) to functioning individuals. I also focus on individuals seeking to improve their self awareness and confidence.
Are you seeking guidance and/or extra support due to a challenging situation?. Are you interested in self growth and awareness? If so, I look forward to working with you! My practice is geared towards providing both psychopharmacology (Medication) and /or psychotherapy (Talk Therapy) to functioning individuals. I also focus on individuals seeking to improve their self awareness and confidence.
(646) 969-3687 View (646) 969-3687
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Shahruma Islam
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nyack, NY 10960  (Online Only)
I am a licensed and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner. I have over 10 years of experience in healthcare, of those 6 plus years are in psychiatric mental health nursing. I have worked with patients of all ages diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, substance abuse disorder as well as anxiety and depression. I provide comprehensive psychiatric care including diagnostic evaluations, medication management and therapy to patients. I completed my Bachelor of Nursing from Purdue University and Masters of Nursing from Eastern Kentucky University from the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program.
I am a licensed and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner. I have over 10 years of experience in healthcare, of those 6 plus years are in psychiatric mental health nursing. I have worked with patients of all ages diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, substance abuse disorder as well as anxiety and depression. I provide comprehensive psychiatric care including diagnostic evaluations, medication management and therapy to patients. I completed my Bachelor of Nursing from Purdue University and Masters of Nursing from Eastern Kentucky University from the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program.
(718) 550-1094 View (718) 550-1094
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Ketie Saintelus
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Ketie Saintelus is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner, licensed by the state of New York to provide family-centered healthcare to patients of all ages. Her scope of practice encompasses health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis and management of common and complex health medical and psychiatry problems.
Ketie Saintelus is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner, licensed by the state of New York to provide family-centered healthcare to patients of all ages. Her scope of practice encompasses health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis and management of common and complex health medical and psychiatry problems.
(347) 707-7735 View (347) 707-7735
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Daniel Rosen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10065  (Online Only)
I am offering therapy and medication management through video and/or phone. Keeping a diary can help during this confined time. I have been Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology for over 20 years. I graduated from medical school in Paris and completed my psychiatry residency at Yale University. I joined the faculty at Yale University, and then at NYU until 2011. I have been Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical College since 2011. I had been Unit Chief at NewYork Presbyterian for more than 10 years since 2011. I am fluent in English, French, and Hebrew.
I am offering therapy and medication management through video and/or phone. Keeping a diary can help during this confined time. I have been Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology for over 20 years. I graduated from medical school in Paris and completed my psychiatry residency at Yale University. I joined the faculty at Yale University, and then at NYU until 2011. I have been Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical College since 2011. I had been Unit Chief at NewYork Presbyterian for more than 10 years since 2011. I am fluent in English, French, and Hebrew.
(646) 907-6066 View (646) 907-6066

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Borderline Personality (BPD) Psychiatrists

What is the most successful approach to treating borderline personality disorder?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is considered the gold standard of treatment for borderline personality disorder. An evidence-based treatment, it addresses the extreme emotional reactivity, the relationship difficulties, and the acts of self-harm that create so much distress for BPD patients. DBT is a comprehensive program that includes both regular individual psychotherapy sessions and weekly group sessions of skills training.

What happens in treatment of borderline personality disorder?

Treatment typically consists of weekly individual therapy sessions that last an hour and group skill-focused instructional sessions that may last up to two hours. Patients are typically given homework “assignments” in which they are asked to practice in their daily life the skills they acquire in therapy. Patients also keep a diary tracking their emotions and impulses as a way to know which situations are most problematic and to help them gain control over their own behavior. Difficult situations and feelings are typically reviewed in therapy sessions and more constructive solutions found.

What kinds of problems does BPD treatment help with?

DBT was initially developed to dampen the self-destructive impulses of chronically suicidal patients. It is now the treatment of choice for borderline personality disorder, a serious condition marked by extreme emotional reactivity, relationship instability, and self-injurious behaviors. Treatment of BPD helps patients tolerate the flux of emotions without acting on them, often with a specific focus on tolerating negative emotions. DBT addresses the core problems of BPD—fear of abandonment, low self-esteem, and impulsivity.

What is the goal of treatment in borderline personality disorder?

The goal of treatment for borderline personality disorder (BPD) is to relieve the extreme emotional distress that patients experience—to curb their emotional reactivity, to minimize their inclination to self-harm, and to reduce their impulsivity. Toward these ends, patients are not only taught an array of new coping skills and techniques for emotional regulation, they are given opportunities to practice them. Another major goal of treatment is interpersonal effectiveness; patients learn and problem-solve ways to effectively communicate in relationships, especially how to ask for what they need as a way to minimize hurt feelings.