Personality Disorders

Compassionate Therapy for Personality Disorders

Living with a personality disorder can be challenging, affecting emotions, relationships, and daily life. Patterns of intense emotions, difficulty with self-image, and struggles in interpersonal relationships can make it feel overwhelming to navigate the world. Whether you’re dealing with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), Avoidant Personality Disorder, or other personality-related challenges, therapy can provide the guidance and support you need. At Genesis Counseling, our experienced therapists in Coral Springs, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Pompano Beach offer specialized treatment to help you develop emotional regulation skills, healthier relationship patterns, and a greater sense of self-understanding. We provide in-person and virtual therapy across Florida, creating a safe and non-judgmental space for growth and healing.

Common Symptoms & Behaviors of Personality Disorders

Personality disorders can impact emotions, relationships, self-identity, and overall mental well-being. These conditions often involve persistent patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that cause distress or difficulty in daily life. At Genesis Counseling, we provide specialized therapy to help individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), Avoidant Personality Disorder, Dependent Personality Disorder, and other personality-related challenges. Some of the most common symptoms and behaviors include:

Emotional & Psychological Symptoms

• Intense Mood Swings – Rapid shifts in emotions, often feeling extreme highs and lows.

• Chronic Feelings of Emptiness – A deep sense of loneliness or lack of fulfillment.

• Fear of Abandonment – Extreme sensitivity to perceived or real rejection.

• Unstable Self-Image – Difficulty maintaining a consistent sense of identity.

• Impulsivity & Risky Behavior – Engaging in reckless activities, such as substance use, overspending, or unsafe sex.

Behavioral & Interpersonal Challenges

• Unstable or Intense Relationships – Patterns of idealizing and then devaluing others.

• Manipulative or Controlling Behaviors – Attempts to maintain control in relationships due to fear of abandonment.

• Difficulty Trusting Others – Suspicion or paranoia in close relationships.

• Explosive Anger or Irritability – Difficulty managing frustration or emotional outbursts.

• Avoidance of Social Situations – Struggles with deep-seated fears of rejection or criticism.

Cognitive & Perceptual Distortions

• Black-and-White Thinking – Viewing situations, people, or oneself as all good or all bad.

• Dissociation or Feeling Detached from Reality – Experiencing moments of disconnection from oneself or surroundings.

• Grandiosity or Need for Admiration – Feeling an excessive need for validation, common in NPD.

At Genesis Counseling, our therapists in Coral Springs, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Pompano Beach provide evidence-based therapy, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness-Based Approaches, to help individuals develop emotional regulation, healthy relationship patterns, and long-term coping strategies. We offer both in-person and virtual therapy across Florida to ensure accessible, compassionate support.

How Therapy Can Help with Personality Disorders

Therapy provides essential support for individuals struggling with personality disorders, helping them navigate intense emotions, build healthier relationships, and develop a more stable sense of self. At Genesis Counseling, our therapists in Coral Springs, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Pompano Beach specialize in treating Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), Avoidant Personality Disorder, and other personality-related challenges. Through individual therapy, skills training, and evidence-based approaches, therapy can help in several key ways:

• Improving Emotional Regulation – Learning how to manage mood swings, impulsivity, and distressing emotions.

• Strengthening Relationship Skills – Developing healthier communication patterns and reducing conflict in personal relationships.

• Identifying & Changing Negative Thought Patterns – Challenging black-and-white thinking, self-doubt, and fears of abandonment.

• Building Self-Awareness & Self-Compassion – Developing a clearer sense of identity and shifting away from self-criticism.

• Enhancing Coping Strategies – Using structured techniques such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness-Based Therapy to handle stress, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges.

• Increasing Impulse Control & Decision-Making – Learning to pause before reacting and make choices aligned with long-term goals.

• Providing a Safe & Supportive Space – Therapy offers a non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore their emotions, trauma, and personal struggles.

Take the First Step Toward Healing

At Genesis Counseling, we offer in-person and virtual therapy across Florida, making expert mental health care accessible and convenient. If you or a loved one is struggling with a personality disorder, our compassionate therapists are here to help you develop emotional balance, healthier relationships, and a stronger sense of self.

Take the first step today. To begin the healing journey, fill out our contact form or call 561-408-1098. We offer both telehealth and in-person therapy sessions to support you or your teen in finding lasting growth and stability.