Personality Disorders Therapists in Indianapolis, IN

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Beverli D Mason
Counselor, MS, MA, LMHCA, LCACA, CSAYC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46219
Waitlist for new clients
We are living in some very difficult times. At times it's hard to take it all in and find healthy ways to cope. My hope is that I'll be able to join you on your journey of healing by using therapeutic interventions and skill building. I will use a variety of therapeutic interventions (CBT, REBT, DBT) to help you understand how negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are linked. I use TF-CBT and EMDR to work specifically with those who struggle with complex trauma. My areas of specialty are Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking, Addictions, Sexual Abuse or Sexual Maladaptive Behaviors, Mood and Personality Disorders, and Hoarding,
We are living in some very difficult times. At times it's hard to take it all in and find healthy ways to cope. My hope is that I'll be able to join you on your journey of healing by using therapeutic interventions and skill building. I will use a variety of therapeutic interventions (CBT, REBT, DBT) to help you understand how negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are linked. I use TF-CBT and EMDR to work specifically with those who struggle with complex trauma. My areas of specialty are Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking, Addictions, Sexual Abuse or Sexual Maladaptive Behaviors, Mood and Personality Disorders, and Hoarding,
(317) 967-9203 View (317) 967-9203
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Brian Grant
Psychologist, PhD, HSPP, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240
I have taught and researched issues of personality disorders and couple relationships, particularly as those are shaped by transmission of cultural trends across generations.
I want to work with you if you’re facing long-standing personality issues or relationship struggles growing out of them. Though not a psychoanalyst, I am strongly informed by psychoanalytic theory, particularly object relations and intersubjectivity. I like to work with individuals once or twice a week over periods of at least a year or two, and weekly with couples, focusing on the overlap between emotional issues that arise in the therapy room, in your life outside of therapy, and in your family of origin. I'm interested in concerns growing out of cultural difference, religious commitment, and immigration.
I have taught and researched issues of personality disorders and couple relationships, particularly as those are shaped by transmission of cultural trends across generations.
I want to work with you if you’re facing long-standing personality issues or relationship struggles growing out of them. Though not a psychoanalyst, I am strongly informed by psychoanalytic theory, particularly object relations and intersubjectivity. I like to work with individuals once or twice a week over periods of at least a year or two, and weekly with couples, focusing on the overlap between emotional issues that arise in the therapy room, in your life outside of therapy, and in your family of origin. I'm interested in concerns growing out of cultural difference, religious commitment, and immigration.
(317) 883-7837 View (317) 883-7837
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K. Brynolf Lyon
Counselor, PhD, CGP, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46240
Waitlist for new clients
I serve clients who struggle with long term emotional distress or who have crisis issues in their lives. Clients motivated to understand the conscious and unconscious forces and meanings that shape their experience and their relationships are specially suited to the work I do. I work from the perspective of intersubjective psychoanalytic theory and object relations theory. I am an Accredited Practitioner in Mentalization Based Psychotherapy with Personality Disorders through the British Psychoanalytic Council.
I serve clients who struggle with long term emotional distress or who have crisis issues in their lives. Clients motivated to understand the conscious and unconscious forces and meanings that shape their experience and their relationships are specially suited to the work I do. I work from the perspective of intersubjective psychoanalytic theory and object relations theory. I am an Accredited Practitioner in Mentalization Based Psychotherapy with Personality Disorders through the British Psychoanalytic Council.
(317) 300-5220 View (317) 300-5220
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Natalie Brosius
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46220
I specialize in addressing a broad spectrum of concerns, including trauma, addictions, eating disorders, anxiety, personality disorders, psychosis, and challenges of reintegrating into society after incarceration.
Hello! I’m Natalie, and I’m thrilled to invite you to a transformative journey in therapy. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to providing a nurturing, empathetic space where you can feel truly seen and heard. I understand that each person’s life is a tapestry of stories—stories we tell ourselves and those we hear from others. By exploring these narratives, we can uncover the patterns that shape your life and learn how to reshape them for a brighter future.
I specialize in addressing a broad spectrum of concerns, including trauma, addictions, eating disorders, anxiety, personality disorders, psychosis, and challenges of reintegrating into society after incarceration.
Hello! I’m Natalie, and I’m thrilled to invite you to a transformative journey in therapy. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to providing a nurturing, empathetic space where you can feel truly seen and heard. I understand that each person’s life is a tapestry of stories—stories we tell ourselves and those we hear from others. By exploring these narratives, we can uncover the patterns that shape your life and learn how to reshape them for a brighter future.
(463) 666-6286 View (463) 666-6286
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Jackie Hunter
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46268  (Online Only)
Hi there. I'm so happy you found my counseling profile. I have experience with a wide array of issues including depression, anxiety, alcohol and drug issues, PTSD, personality disorders, bipolar and other mood disorders, eating disorders, trauma, and relationship issues. I have an eclectic approach to therapy using different techniques such as motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, positive psychology, psychoeducation, dialectical behavioral therapy, and person-centered therapy.
Hi there. I'm so happy you found my counseling profile. I have experience with a wide array of issues including depression, anxiety, alcohol and drug issues, PTSD, personality disorders, bipolar and other mood disorders, eating disorders, trauma, and relationship issues. I have an eclectic approach to therapy using different techniques such as motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, positive psychology, psychoeducation, dialectical behavioral therapy, and person-centered therapy.
(317) 961-2792 View (317) 961-2792
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Andrea Ford
Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46204
We offer a safe environment for you to share your story. People describe me as empathetic, compassionate and relational. As we work together, you can develop healthier coping skills and work through unresolved issues. I value the client/therapist relationship and provide space for clients to explore and give meanings to unconscious patterns of behavior.
We offer a safe environment for you to share your story. People describe me as empathetic, compassionate and relational. As we work together, you can develop healthier coping skills and work through unresolved issues. I value the client/therapist relationship and provide space for clients to explore and give meanings to unconscious patterns of behavior.
(317) 528-0026 View (317) 528-0026
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Lana Bunner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46204  (Online Only)
I also have experience with talking with individuals with mood and personality disorders, PTSD, and issues surrounding divorce.
Walking with people through life's difficulties and struggles is a privileged, honor, and part of my purpose in life. I commit my life to helping people find their way back to the right paths that they want to be on to live out their purpose. Hi! My name is Lana and I have been a LCSW since 2011. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in issues of adjustment, trauma, depression, anxiety, crisis, grief, child and adolescent behaviors, and sexual abuse.
I also have experience with talking with individuals with mood and personality disorders, PTSD, and issues surrounding divorce.
Walking with people through life's difficulties and struggles is a privileged, honor, and part of my purpose in life. I commit my life to helping people find their way back to the right paths that they want to be on to live out their purpose. Hi! My name is Lana and I have been a LCSW since 2011. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in issues of adjustment, trauma, depression, anxiety, crisis, grief, child and adolescent behaviors, and sexual abuse.
(317) 676-7354 View (317) 676-7354
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Jennifer G Williams
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240
My specialties include working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts, co-dependency, enabling, anger issues, self-esteem deficits, personality disorders, boundary-setting, and assertiveness.
During the 20+ years I have been in practice, I have served clients with a wide range of presenting concerns. My personal approach is supportive and non-judgmental. I work earnestly to help clients improve the quality of their lives, and utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions to maximize the effectiveness of the services I provide.
My specialties include working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts, co-dependency, enabling, anger issues, self-esteem deficits, personality disorders, boundary-setting, and assertiveness.
During the 20+ years I have been in practice, I have served clients with a wide range of presenting concerns. My personal approach is supportive and non-judgmental. I work earnestly to help clients improve the quality of their lives, and utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions to maximize the effectiveness of the services I provide.
(317) 494-7286 View (317) 494-7286
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Blair Barrett
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240
Blair has many years of experience working with an array of issues - but specializes in PTSD/trauma, mood disorders (depression/anxiety), ADHD/impulse difficulties, anger management, personality disorders and grief.
Hello! Congratulations on taking the first step toward healing and growth. Blair is new to Greenhouse Counseling Collective, but is no stranger to her practice of counseling.
Blair has many years of experience working with an array of issues - but specializes in PTSD/trauma, mood disorders (depression/anxiety), ADHD/impulse difficulties, anger management, personality disorders and grief.
Hello! Congratulations on taking the first step toward healing and growth. Blair is new to Greenhouse Counseling Collective, but is no stranger to her practice of counseling.
(317) 793-3769 View (317) 793-3769
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Brian David Bibb
Counselor, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46203  (Online Only)
I have worked with individual men and women dealing with a wide range of struggles. Some of the struggles that I have helped clients with include depression, anxiety, addiction to multiple different substances, borderline personality disorder and other personality disorders, and co-dependency. I also have a lot of experience working with couples as well. I have helped couples work through and heal from infidelity, addiction to various substances, conflict management, and improving communication skills.
I have worked with individual men and women dealing with a wide range of struggles. Some of the struggles that I have helped clients with include depression, anxiety, addiction to multiple different substances, borderline personality disorder and other personality disorders, and co-dependency. I also have a lot of experience working with couples as well. I have helped couples work through and heal from infidelity, addiction to various substances, conflict management, and improving communication skills.
(317) 676-6294 View (317) 676-6294
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Andrea Selak
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240
I'm a licensed clinical mental health therapist that specializes in healing depression, anxiety, PTSD, disruptive behaviors, childhood trauma and various personality disorders.
Are you struggling with depressive and anxious thought processes that are depriving you from the life you want to live? Do you feel that life experiences have contributed to loss of self or perhaps struggle with identifying and expressing needs and wants? Would you want to find the root cause of internal disbalance that is producing a wide range of symptoms and heal them? Then wait no longer to embark on your journey of healing and restoration through the corrective emotional experience in a therapeutic setting! Give me a call or email me to schedule your first session!
I'm a licensed clinical mental health therapist that specializes in healing depression, anxiety, PTSD, disruptive behaviors, childhood trauma and various personality disorders.
Are you struggling with depressive and anxious thought processes that are depriving you from the life you want to live? Do you feel that life experiences have contributed to loss of self or perhaps struggle with identifying and expressing needs and wants? Would you want to find the root cause of internal disbalance that is producing a wide range of symptoms and heal them? Then wait no longer to embark on your journey of healing and restoration through the corrective emotional experience in a therapeutic setting! Give me a call or email me to schedule your first session!
(463) 292-2175 View (463) 292-2175
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Alicia Cooley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240
I specialize in women’s issues, trauma, domestic violence, family issues, depression, anxiety, mood and personality disorders.
You’ve listened to the podcasts, bookmarked the articles, read the guides, and scoured the internet for hours; eager to implement their valuable insights into your life. Yet, despite your motivation for change, some of those well-intentioned strategies are falling short or not resonating. If this sounds familiar, rest assured, I'm here to help. My approach is centered around you, meaning I am committed to working collaboratively, developing a plan that helps you thrive and is based on YOUR unique needs via traditional therapy, life coaching, holistic approaches and animal therapy with my adorable therapy dog, Levi (pic below).
I specialize in women’s issues, trauma, domestic violence, family issues, depression, anxiety, mood and personality disorders.
You’ve listened to the podcasts, bookmarked the articles, read the guides, and scoured the internet for hours; eager to implement their valuable insights into your life. Yet, despite your motivation for change, some of those well-intentioned strategies are falling short or not resonating. If this sounds familiar, rest assured, I'm here to help. My approach is centered around you, meaning I am committed to working collaboratively, developing a plan that helps you thrive and is based on YOUR unique needs via traditional therapy, life coaching, holistic approaches and animal therapy with my adorable therapy dog, Levi (pic below).
(317) 593-9002 View (317) 593-9002
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Elizabeth Duffy
LMHCA, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Mothers/women in any stage of life, men and women navigating high conflict relationships or divorce, victims of narcissistic abuse, members of the clergy, college students, artists and entrepreneurs- my clients often come from high control relationships or religious dynamics and are working to connect with a stronger, more essential self. I provide a non-judgmental space to explore new ways of knowing yourself and your most intimate relationships so you can be in the driver's seat of your life.
Mothers/women in any stage of life, men and women navigating high conflict relationships or divorce, victims of narcissistic abuse, members of the clergy, college students, artists and entrepreneurs- my clients often come from high control relationships or religious dynamics and are working to connect with a stronger, more essential self. I provide a non-judgmental space to explore new ways of knowing yourself and your most intimate relationships so you can be in the driver's seat of your life.
(317) 931-2379 x5031 View (317) 931-2379 x5031
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Rebecca L Nordman-Hubbard
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46259
I have a deep knowledge on personality disorders.
I have a heart for working with the victims of personality disorders. I am educated in sexual, physical, emotional, and mental abuse. I would love to walk through the healing damage of the toxicity of the cycle of abuse. I would love to educate clients on gaslighting, manipulation, deflection, and defense along with what are red flags and ghosting. Guiding Clients gently into seeing their own worth and learning their true identity. Clients will gain an understanding in healthy boundaries for themselves and others.
I have a deep knowledge on personality disorders.
I have a heart for working with the victims of personality disorders. I am educated in sexual, physical, emotional, and mental abuse. I would love to walk through the healing damage of the toxicity of the cycle of abuse. I would love to educate clients on gaslighting, manipulation, deflection, and defense along with what are red flags and ghosting. Guiding Clients gently into seeing their own worth and learning their true identity. Clients will gain an understanding in healthy boundaries for themselves and others.
(317) 854-4795 View (317) 854-4795
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Ethany Michaud
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46256
My specialties include the following: Trauma, depression, Anxiety, Addiction, grief, mood and personality disorders, relationship struggles and more.
Many of my clients have experienced some sort of trauma in their lives. Others are going through life transitions such as relationship difficulties, grief reactions, hopelessness, panic attacks, trouble focusing and other work/life stressors just to name a few. If you identify with any of these and/or are finding it difficult to enjoy life then you have come to the right place. No matter what it is that you are dealing with, we can work together as a team to help you start feeling better! Call or text our office manager at 317-992-1919 to get set up.
My specialties include the following: Trauma, depression, Anxiety, Addiction, grief, mood and personality disorders, relationship struggles and more.
Many of my clients have experienced some sort of trauma in their lives. Others are going through life transitions such as relationship difficulties, grief reactions, hopelessness, panic attacks, trouble focusing and other work/life stressors just to name a few. If you identify with any of these and/or are finding it difficult to enjoy life then you have come to the right place. No matter what it is that you are dealing with, we can work together as a team to help you start feeling better! Call or text our office manager at 317-992-1919 to get set up.
(317) 676-9694 View (317) 676-9694
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Stephanie L Drescher
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46219  (Online Only)
I have experience in coping skills, mood disorders, personality disorders, and eating disorders (particularly overeating).
I believe we are all our own expert; therefore, my job as a therapist is not to advise you on what to do, but to help you come to terms with what you are willing to do. We all have the power to make our lives better, and more often than not, even when we feel lost or stuck, we have some idea of the direction in which we need to travel. Together, we can explore the roadblocks to your living the life you deserve, and strengthen your resolve to achieve your goals.
I have experience in coping skills, mood disorders, personality disorders, and eating disorders (particularly overeating).
I believe we are all our own expert; therefore, my job as a therapist is not to advise you on what to do, but to help you come to terms with what you are willing to do. We all have the power to make our lives better, and more often than not, even when we feel lost or stuck, we have some idea of the direction in which we need to travel. Together, we can explore the roadblocks to your living the life you deserve, and strengthen your resolve to achieve your goals.
(317) 659-7223 View (317) 659-7223
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Brent Luebcke
Psychologist, PhD, HSPP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46204
I have extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of mood disorders, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, relationship conflict, trauma, and concerns related to adjustment and life span development.
Because each person has unique experiences, thoughts, feelings, and strengths, therapy can be an individualized process that is designed from the first session to assist clients towards their desired goals. For some, therapy involves receiving immediate support. For others, it involves examination of the past. Furthermore, some clients seek help to engage in new skills for the present and future. Therapy often involves safe exploration of new strategies to lead towards desired growth. My approach to therapy integrates theory and techniques from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and interpersonal psychotherapies.
I have extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of mood disorders, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, relationship conflict, trauma, and concerns related to adjustment and life span development.
Because each person has unique experiences, thoughts, feelings, and strengths, therapy can be an individualized process that is designed from the first session to assist clients towards their desired goals. For some, therapy involves receiving immediate support. For others, it involves examination of the past. Furthermore, some clients seek help to engage in new skills for the present and future. Therapy often involves safe exploration of new strategies to lead towards desired growth. My approach to therapy integrates theory and techniques from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and interpersonal psychotherapies.
(317) 751-2905 View (317) 751-2905
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Vinnie Butler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46268
I have experience working with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, personality disorders, trauma-related issues, family issues, marital/couples therapy, and working with veterans.
Do ever feel like no matter how hard you try, you cannot reach your goals? Do you find it difficult to manage daily stressors, or do mental health issues interfere with your plans? Sometimes it feels like no matter how hard we try, we cannot overcome our problems on our own. I am a mental health provider who can help you overcome those obstacles. I have a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
I have experience working with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, personality disorders, trauma-related issues, family issues, marital/couples therapy, and working with veterans.
Do ever feel like no matter how hard you try, you cannot reach your goals? Do you find it difficult to manage daily stressors, or do mental health issues interfere with your plans? Sometimes it feels like no matter how hard we try, we cannot overcome our problems on our own. I am a mental health provider who can help you overcome those obstacles. I have a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
(317) 593-8778 View (317) 593-8778
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Sean E Samuels
Psychologist, PsyD, MLS, CSAYC, HSPP
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Samuels has experience providing psychotherapeutic interventions to a wide variety of client presentations including depression, anxiety, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, behavioral disorders, and intellectual disability.
Dr. Samuels specializes in the provision of forensic assessment services including parental competency, violence risk assessment, sexual offender risk assessment, mental status at the time of the offense, criminal competencies (e.g. competency to stand trial), malingering and psychopathy. Dr. Samuels is also capable of providing a wide array of psychological assessments including fitness for duty, employment screenings, intellectual disability, worker's compensation, independent medical evaluations as well as neuropsychological screening assessments.
Samuels has experience providing psychotherapeutic interventions to a wide variety of client presentations including depression, anxiety, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, behavioral disorders, and intellectual disability.
Dr. Samuels specializes in the provision of forensic assessment services including parental competency, violence risk assessment, sexual offender risk assessment, mental status at the time of the offense, criminal competencies (e.g. competency to stand trial), malingering and psychopathy. Dr. Samuels is also capable of providing a wide array of psychological assessments including fitness for duty, employment screenings, intellectual disability, worker's compensation, independent medical evaluations as well as neuropsychological screening assessments.
(317) 983-5998 View (317) 983-5998
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Susie Ross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46216
I have 20 plus years' experience providing mental health therapy for a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, personality disorders, grief and loss, stages of life events, family relations and marriage counseling.
It is my belief that mental health is an important part of our overall health. I strive to create a judgement free environment where you can feel free and at ease talking about any issues, concerns or goals you have. I will meet you where you are, believing each of you are the expert of your own life.
I have 20 plus years' experience providing mental health therapy for a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, personality disorders, grief and loss, stages of life events, family relations and marriage counseling.
It is my belief that mental health is an important part of our overall health. I strive to create a judgement free environment where you can feel free and at ease talking about any issues, concerns or goals you have. I will meet you where you are, believing each of you are the expert of your own life.
(317) 779-3124 View (317) 779-3124
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Personality Disorders Therapists

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.