Carlene MacMillan, who proudly leads Brooklyn Minds as CEO, started this practice with an ambitious goal: to provide care for clients who find themselves struggling at the margins of mental healthcare. Whether teaching in a classroom, serving on a board, or administering care to patients, Dr. MacMillan is a leading voice for innovative and compassionate mental healthcare. She is especially passionate about raising awareness and advocating for patients with Borderline Personality Disorder and remains a leader in her field in this regard.
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What is mentalizing, and why is it beneficial? Unlike meditation or mindfulness, which sound similar, Mentalization Based Treatment (MBT) is an evidence-based treatment used most often for patients with personality disorders, substance use disorders, and other mental health disorders.