Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Therapists in Richmond Hill, ON

Joey Mercer
Joey Mercer

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Virtual

I support adults and young adults healing from addiction, social anxiety, and depression, and guide trauma recovery through an EMDR-informed lens. As a non-Indigenous person working with Indigenous clients, I strive to honour a Two-Eyed Seeing perspective and practice with cultural humility. Recovery doesn't happen to you, it happens because of you. I'll be there beside you.

Scott Menzies
Scott Menzies

Registered Social Service Worker

Virtual

Scott Menzies, RSSW, MSW Candidate, provides compassionate, trauma-informed support for individuals facing addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Drawing from both professional training and lived experience, he helps clients build resilience, find hope, and create meaningful change.

Erika Szabo
Erika Szabo

Registered Social Service Worker, Psychotherapist

Virtual

My name is Erika. I'm a white, cis-gender queer woman with lived experience of complex trauma. I work from a person-centered, relational, and anti-oppressive lens and embody this in the work I do! Whether you're interested in meditation, art making, somatics, or simply an empathic ear, I will hold space for you in whatever way you need. BOOKING OPEN in-person and online across Ontario.

Mabel Reimer
Mabel Reimer

Registered Social Worker & DBT Therapist

Virtual

I am passionate about working with highly sensitive and neurodivergent individuals who feel misunderstood and overwhelmed, using Dialectical Behavior Therapy & EMDR to foster emotional regulation & self-understanding. I offer in-person therapy in Calgary, AB and virtual sessions across AB, SK and ON. If you're looking for tangible skills to bring about real change, book a free consultation.

Jessica Blair
Jessica Blair

Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW (she, her)

Virtual

Struggling with anxiety, trauma, or emotional overwhelm? I offer virtual DBT and trauma-informed therapy for adults across Ontario. Compassionate, structured care for BPD, complex trauma, and more. Individual sessions, DBT groups, and full DBT packages available. Learn more at jessicablair.ca.

Shadan Mosavat
Shadan Mosavat

Clinical Counsellor, M.A, RCC, CCC.

Virtual

I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) based in Vancouver, BC, with over 9 years of clinical experience supporting adults with ADHD, BPD, and emotional regulation challenges.

Angela Fawcett

Registered Social Worker

Virtual

Tired of the same exhausting fight? I help couples and individuals across AB and ON untangle communication walls, intimacy blocks, and feeling like you aren't on the same team. My style is warm, down-to-earth, and straight-shooting—no clinical jargon, just real talk and practical tools. Grab your coffee, get comfy, and let's map out the loop together so you can finally get unstuck.

True Roots Therapy-Alyssa Haim

Registered Psychotherapist (RP)

Virtual

Providing evidence-based and trauma informed psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families

Stephanie Campoli

MSW, RSW

Virtual

Stephanie Campoli Psychotherapy is a trauma-focused practice in Oshawa, Ontario, offering in-person therapy and virtual psychotherapy across Ontario and Nova Scotia. The practice specializes in comprehensive Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), trauma therapy, and addictions treatment, with particular expertise in supporting people living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and trauma.

Cristal Hines

Clinical Social Worker & Therapist

Virtual

I am a Registered Social Worker, and trauma therapist specializing in complex trauma, PTSD, family therapy, and racial trauma. I provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed care using CPT, CBT, DBT, and Narrative Therapy to help adolescents, adults, and families heal, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Loreana La Civita
Loreana La Civita

Registered Psychotherapist

Virtual

I’m a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario offering trauma-informed, attachment-based therapy for teens and adults. I support clients navigating anxiety, OCD, disordered eating, emotional dysregulation, and neurodivergence (ADHD/autism). My style is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented, blending depth work with practical tools.

Daniela Levi

Therapist

Virtual

In the therapy room, I will work collaboratively with you on choosing your goals for therapy and I will utilize my expertise to help choose the type of treatment that best suits you. I value my relationship with my clients, and I will regularly check in with you about your experience of your progress and our work together.

Lisa Ghilarducci
Lisa Ghilarducci

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Virtual

Do you ever wonder why something that happened years ago still affects you today? Perhaps you find yourself overthinking conversations, feeling deeply affected by how others perceive you, struggling to trust, or reacting more strongly than you would like in certain situations. Maybe you have worked hard to move forward, understand your past, or tell yourself that what happened is over.

Niru Balasubramaniam
Niru Balasubramaniam

Registered Psychotherapist and Registered Social Worker

Virtual

I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore life’s challenges and help you reconnect with your strengths. I work with adults, teens, and couples facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, and more. Using a client-centered, strengths-based approach, we’ll work together to create meaningful, lasting change.

Mohamad Shabib
Mohamad Shabib

Canadian Certified Counsellor

Virtual

Mohamad Shabib is a trauma-informed counsellor specializing in PTSD, addiction, and complex trauma. He integrates CBT, EMDR, and evidence-based approaches with a culturally responsive lens shaped by refugee and public health experience. He supports vulnerable populations, including refugees and first responders, in healing, resilience, and recovery.

Caitlin Springate
Caitlin Springate

Registered Clinical Counsellor, Registered Psychotherapist

Virtual

On the outside, you look like you’re holding everything together, while on the inside, you’re exhausted from silently managing relentless intrusive thoughts. I specialize in helping high-functioning adults navigate OCD, intrusive thoughts, perfectionism, and chronic anxiety.

Karina Ramdath (she/her)
Karina Ramdath (she/her)

Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

Virtual

Karina will honour your skills, values, and experiences to help you improve your personal mental health, overcome trauma, and/or improve relationships. Karina provides effective therapy to help you achieve your wellness goals.

Serena Welsh
Serena Welsh

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Virtual

Hi, I'm Serena! I'm a Masters-level therapist in Ottawa working with teens, adults, and couples. I specialize in relationship concerns, emotion regulation, trauma, BPD, and Bipolar Disorder. My approach is warm, flexible, and judgment-free. Reach out for a free, 15-minute consult to see if we could be a good fit.

Janalyn Dodds
Janalyn Dodds

Registered Social Worker/ Psychotherapist

Virtual

I am a Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist with The Support Station, a Canadian-based, woman-owned organization that believes cost shouldn't be a barrier to accessing quality mental health and wellness support. Each client's session fees are adjusted according to not only their monthly income, but also any bills and debts paid out regularly get considered as well.

Johanna Benoit
Johanna Benoit

Registered Psychotherapist

Virtual

NIHB provider, specializing in CPTSD and trauma, perinatal grief and loss, PTSD, anxiety, depression and borderline personality disorder.

Richmond Hill Therapists at a Glance

Number of therapists listed

21

Average years in practice

7.7 Years

Currently accepting new clients

95 %

Therapists in Richmond Hill who prioritize treating:

100% Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
62% Trauma and PTSD
52% Emotional Dysregulation
38% Depression
38% ADHD
33% Addiction
29% Anxiety
19% Relationship Issues

How therapists see their clients

100% Online Only

Top therapy approaches used in Richmond Hill:

57% Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
52% Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
52% Trauma Focused
38% Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
38% Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
29% Attachment-based
29% Internal Family Systems (IFS)
29% Person-Centered

Frequently Asked Questions About Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

What is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by intense emotional experiences, unstable sense of self, fear of abandonment, impulsive behaviours, and turbulent relationships. People with BPD often experience emotions more intensely and for longer than others, and may struggle to regulate or recover from distressing feelings. BPD affects approximately 1–2% of the population and is highly responsive to therapy — particularly Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).

What is the most effective therapy for BPD?

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is the gold-standard treatment for BPD, with the strongest research evidence. DBT builds skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Other evidence-supported approaches include Mentalization-Based Treatment (MBT), Schema Therapy, and Transference-Focused Psychotherapy (TFP). Many therapists also integrate elements of these approaches based on the individual's specific presentation.

Can BPD be treated successfully?

Yes — BPD has a much better prognosis than was historically assumed. Research shows that with appropriate treatment, many people with BPD experience significant reduction in symptoms and improved functioning over time. Long-term follow-up studies suggest that the majority of people who engage in DBT or other evidence-based treatment no longer meet diagnostic criteria for BPD within 10 years. Recovery is achievable, and therapy plays a central role.

What should I look for in a therapist for BPD?

Look for a therapist with specific training and experience in BPD and evidence-based approaches — particularly DBT. Because BPD involves relational intensity, it is especially important to find a therapist you feel genuinely safe with and who has a non-judgmental, validating stance. Ask potential therapists about their experience with BPD, their theoretical approach, and how they handle crises between sessions. A good therapeutic relationship is a strong predictor of outcomes in BPD treatment.

How long does BPD treatment typically take?

BPD treatment is typically longer-term — standard DBT runs for at least one year, and many people benefit from extended therapy of two to three years or more, particularly when complex trauma is involved. Meaningful progress is often seen within the first year: reduced crisis frequency, improved relationships, and greater emotional stability. The process is gradual but cumulative, and many people find therapy for BPD to be profoundly transformative.