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Shannon Keating
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Cave Creek, AZ 85331  (Online Only)
I utilize many modalities for treatment including (but not limited to) CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, exposure therapy, validation, and many more.
Hi! I'm so glad you're here! :) I know how overwhelming and intimidating it can be to look for help. A safe place and a non-judgmental/unbiased ear are highly coveted and sought after in today's society. Therapy can address infinite issues and struggles that arise in daily life. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, relationship issues, or just life in general, take comfort that I'm here to help! Together, we can work through whatever it is that you need to lead your "best" happy and healthy life. Please take note of my specialties and other areas of expertise.
I utilize many modalities for treatment including (but not limited to) CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, exposure therapy, validation, and many more.
Hi! I'm so glad you're here! :) I know how overwhelming and intimidating it can be to look for help. A safe place and a non-judgmental/unbiased ear are highly coveted and sought after in today's society. Therapy can address infinite issues and struggles that arise in daily life. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, relationship issues, or just life in general, take comfort that I'm here to help! Together, we can work through whatever it is that you need to lead your "best" happy and healthy life. Please take note of my specialties and other areas of expertise.
(623) 471-1804 View (623) 471-1804
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Marlys L Reardon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cave Creek, AZ 85331  (Online Only)
I'm trained in CBT, Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, DBT Skills, Hypnotherapy, Ego States Therapy & Addictions Treatment.
Accepting NEW Clients! Let's work together to discover the truest version of yourself! The decision to seek therapy is a courageous, personal one that honors your life experiences and journey. My objective when working with clients is to provide a safe, comfortable space where they can share freely and without judgement. Your therapeutic journey will be aimed at addressing the behaviors that block you, preventing you from living your most authentic, joyful life. My approach is holistic; centering on assessing emotional and mental health concerns, as well as physical health, familial interactions, community, and spiritual needs.
I'm trained in CBT, Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, DBT Skills, Hypnotherapy, Ego States Therapy & Addictions Treatment.
Accepting NEW Clients! Let's work together to discover the truest version of yourself! The decision to seek therapy is a courageous, personal one that honors your life experiences and journey. My objective when working with clients is to provide a safe, comfortable space where they can share freely and without judgement. Your therapeutic journey will be aimed at addressing the behaviors that block you, preventing you from living your most authentic, joyful life. My approach is holistic; centering on assessing emotional and mental health concerns, as well as physical health, familial interactions, community, and spiritual needs.
(480) 418-1364 View (480) 418-1364
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Fit Mind Professional Counseling
Counselor, LAC, CCPT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85027  (Online Only)
Using therapies like CBT, DBT, CPT, narrative, and Gottman method, you'll develop skills to manage your mood, process trauma, and improve relationships with your partner.
Develop strength to reduce the impact of depression, anxiety, and trauma! Air Force vet. I'm a licensed counselor and certified trauma professional with an approach that is flexible, collaborative, and effective. I hope to motivate you to pursue your goals and provide affordable mental health care that elevates your psychological fitness.
Using therapies like CBT, DBT, CPT, narrative, and Gottman method, you'll develop skills to manage your mood, process trauma, and improve relationships with your partner.
Develop strength to reduce the impact of depression, anxiety, and trauma! Air Force vet. I'm a licensed counselor and certified trauma professional with an approach that is flexible, collaborative, and effective. I hope to motivate you to pursue your goals and provide affordable mental health care that elevates your psychological fitness.
(623) 304-7794 View (623) 304-7794
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Ryan Shelby Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85085
Utilizing realistic solution-focused techniques from CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Narrative and Existential therapies.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), working under the private agency: Becoming Transformed, LLC. I come from a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry, where I was able to apply my unique counseling skills in a diverse community of teaching, accounting/finance, analytics, and guidance for students and school leadership. I spend much of my spare time with family, serving in church leadership, reading/writing, and enjoying the great outdoors.
Utilizing realistic solution-focused techniques from CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Narrative and Existential therapies.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), working under the private agency: Becoming Transformed, LLC. I come from a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry, where I was able to apply my unique counseling skills in a diverse community of teaching, accounting/finance, analytics, and guidance for students and school leadership. I spend much of my spare time with family, serving in church leadership, reading/writing, and enjoying the great outdoors.
(623) 526-4743 View (623) 526-4743
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Natalie Davis
LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85085
Natalie is skillful in helping people achieve an improved quality of life through the use of therapeutic modalities, including such as CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, IFS, and EFT.
Natalie Davis, LCSW, is a licensed Clinical Social Worker. She completed her graduate degree in the field of social services at Arizona State University Phoenix. Natalie’s passion includes leading teams that provide patient-centered care and supporting individual clinicians as they pursue their career goals, including the pursuit of independent licensure. Natalie has developed clinical based treatment programs to meet the needs of those impacted by trauma, life transitions, anxiety, and depression as well as populations with co-occurring mental health concerns such as depression and substance abuse.
Natalie is skillful in helping people achieve an improved quality of life through the use of therapeutic modalities, including such as CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, IFS, and EFT.
Natalie Davis, LCSW, is a licensed Clinical Social Worker. She completed her graduate degree in the field of social services at Arizona State University Phoenix. Natalie’s passion includes leading teams that provide patient-centered care and supporting individual clinicians as they pursue their career goals, including the pursuit of independent licensure. Natalie has developed clinical based treatment programs to meet the needs of those impacted by trauma, life transitions, anxiety, and depression as well as populations with co-occurring mental health concerns such as depression and substance abuse.
(520) 666-6674 View (520) 666-6674
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Chelsey Pruett
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85083  (Online Only)
I will provide a safe place for you to heal and together we will go on a journey to create meaningful change in your life. I have a passion for helping & working with others by being intentional about listening & truly hearing you while providing a non-judgmental space to forge the best version of yourself. I prioritize intercultural competency and letting people frame their own experiences in the specific context they come from. I specialize in EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an effective treatment method which focuses on reprogramming the brain to feel and react differently to traumatic memories. Come as you are!
I will provide a safe place for you to heal and together we will go on a journey to create meaningful change in your life. I have a passion for helping & working with others by being intentional about listening & truly hearing you while providing a non-judgmental space to forge the best version of yourself. I prioritize intercultural competency and letting people frame their own experiences in the specific context they come from. I specialize in EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an effective treatment method which focuses on reprogramming the brain to feel and react differently to traumatic memories. Come as you are!
(602) 755-9757 View (602) 755-9757
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Bonnie Slater
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
What is more important than the quality of your life? Relationships are the cornerstones to your personal well being. I work to take a close look at bonds that continue to influence your present experience. I have worked extensively with couples, including pre-marital and marital, individuals, teens to address such issues depression, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, relationships, substance abuse, grief, stress. My approach is strength based, goal-oriented, and includes cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, strategic intervention and family systems. Additionally I am trained to conduct EMDR.
What is more important than the quality of your life? Relationships are the cornerstones to your personal well being. I work to take a close look at bonds that continue to influence your present experience. I have worked extensively with couples, including pre-marital and marital, individuals, teens to address such issues depression, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, relationships, substance abuse, grief, stress. My approach is strength based, goal-oriented, and includes cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, strategic intervention and family systems. Additionally I am trained to conduct EMDR.
(480) 525-5252 View (480) 525-5252
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Samuel S Lample
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Anthem, AZ 85086
If you value a close connection with your therapist above all, then you and I would be a good fit. I am a firm believer that most of our emotional pain is caused by unhealthy relationships and that we find healing through healthy relationships. We will work together to develop a deep, authentic, therapeutic relationship walking along side you from stuck to free. If life has become lifeless, let me help you find some passion and some hope.
If you value a close connection with your therapist above all, then you and I would be a good fit. I am a firm believer that most of our emotional pain is caused by unhealthy relationships and that we find healing through healthy relationships. We will work together to develop a deep, authentic, therapeutic relationship walking along side you from stuck to free. If life has become lifeless, let me help you find some passion and some hope.
(602) 734-5815 View (602) 734-5815
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Carrie Hitchler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
I am currently accepting new clients ages 18 and up for individual counseling, in office and via video telehealth. Common presenting issues include anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and relational challenges. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of success in therapy. Without feelings of safety and trust, it is difficult to let down your defenses.
I am currently accepting new clients ages 18 and up for individual counseling, in office and via video telehealth. Common presenting issues include anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and relational challenges. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of success in therapy. Without feelings of safety and trust, it is difficult to let down your defenses.
(480) 525-6859 View (480) 525-6859
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Joy Giorgio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85083
I believe that people do not go to therapy to change who they are, but to let go of who they are not. I act as a guide for adult individuals and couples using mindfulness, relational, and cognitive therapies. Together, we identify and change unhealthy survival skills, irrational thoughts, and behavioral patterns that have lead you off course. It is through this process of becoming aware that new and fresh perspectives can be found. This will lead to increased confidence in decision making, communicating and creating healthy and fulfilling relationships with yourself & others.
I believe that people do not go to therapy to change who they are, but to let go of who they are not. I act as a guide for adult individuals and couples using mindfulness, relational, and cognitive therapies. Together, we identify and change unhealthy survival skills, irrational thoughts, and behavioral patterns that have lead you off course. It is through this process of becoming aware that new and fresh perspectives can be found. This will lead to increased confidence in decision making, communicating and creating healthy and fulfilling relationships with yourself & others.
(623) 300-1314 View (623) 300-1314
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Kristine Sinner
MS, RD, LD/N, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carefree, AZ 85377
I am a Certified Eating Disorders Dietitian Supervisor (CEDS-S) with 30+ years of exclusive eating disorder experience. I have treated thousands working at every level of care since 1995. In 2018, I opened my own outpatient practice specifically to offer alternative treatment solutions to the typical care that is available. I offer individualized "out of the box" evidence-based medical nutrition therapies and treatment plans. I carefully combine emotional, cognitive, and behavioral therapeutic strategies that best apply to each individual and coordinate your care with a team to help you get the right care not just the typical care.
I am a Certified Eating Disorders Dietitian Supervisor (CEDS-S) with 30+ years of exclusive eating disorder experience. I have treated thousands working at every level of care since 1995. In 2018, I opened my own outpatient practice specifically to offer alternative treatment solutions to the typical care that is available. I offer individualized "out of the box" evidence-based medical nutrition therapies and treatment plans. I carefully combine emotional, cognitive, and behavioral therapeutic strategies that best apply to each individual and coordinate your care with a team to help you get the right care not just the typical care.
(480) 680-9979 View (480) 680-9979

Online Therapists

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Pamela Boyle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LISAC
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85282
I assist my clients in making positive changes in their lives when they are facing challenges. My approach is supportive and encouraging, helping clients reach their goals and potential. I have extensive experience working with clients that have substance abuse problems, anxiety, cognitive disorders, and depression.I have also worked with dual-diagnosed clients. I am trained in a variety or treatment modalities. I often draw on a cognitive behavioral approach, dialectical behavior therapy and mindfulness.
I assist my clients in making positive changes in their lives when they are facing challenges. My approach is supportive and encouraging, helping clients reach their goals and potential. I have extensive experience working with clients that have substance abuse problems, anxiety, cognitive disorders, and depression.I have also worked with dual-diagnosed clients. I am trained in a variety or treatment modalities. I often draw on a cognitive behavioral approach, dialectical behavior therapy and mindfulness.
(480) 210-7908 View (480) 210-7908
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Geoff Hushaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85283
My training and experience include Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, 12-step, EMDR, and crisis counseling.
My passion is helping individuals discover their inner strengths while assisting them in working through their issues and life challenges. I enjoy working with a variety of clients, with special interest in working with those seeking counseling for unresolved trauma, attachment injury, codependency, addiction, and grief/loss.
My training and experience include Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, 12-step, EMDR, and crisis counseling.
My passion is helping individuals discover their inner strengths while assisting them in working through their issues and life challenges. I enjoy working with a variety of clients, with special interest in working with those seeking counseling for unresolved trauma, attachment injury, codependency, addiction, and grief/loss.
(928) 249-8418 View (928) 249-8418
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Araceli Olmos
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85282
I use EMDR, Mindfulness, Strength-Based Therapy, Compassion-Based Therapy, Expressive Art Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT).
Drawing upon my personal journey, I intimately understand the overwhelming and isolating nature of our internal struggles. Yet, I firmly believe that life doesn't have to be overshadowed by fear and loneliness. What if we viewed life's challenges as opportunities for profound growth and understanding? What if we discarded societal labels, embracing ourselves with unwavering acceptance and kindness? My passion lies in guiding individuals away from the clutches of suffering and towards the inherent beauty that exists within our lives.
I use EMDR, Mindfulness, Strength-Based Therapy, Compassion-Based Therapy, Expressive Art Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT).
Drawing upon my personal journey, I intimately understand the overwhelming and isolating nature of our internal struggles. Yet, I firmly believe that life doesn't have to be overshadowed by fear and loneliness. What if we viewed life's challenges as opportunities for profound growth and understanding? What if we discarded societal labels, embracing ourselves with unwavering acceptance and kindness? My passion lies in guiding individuals away from the clutches of suffering and towards the inherent beauty that exists within our lives.
(602) 922-8707 x1 View (602) 922-8707 x1
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Doug Malm
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
I utilize treatment modalities including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) for coping with trauma or internal conflicts, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I am truly sorry for any pain you may be feeling. As a compassionate and caring therapist, I understand the deep hurt and confusion that life can bring. My empathetic approach is designed to provide a safe and supportive space where you can heal and center yourself. I specialize in providing treatment for relationship problems, dating, divorce, loneliness, depression, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma, emotional overwhelm, being overweight, and coping with fear and avoidance. I also aid in healing the overwhelm and uncertainty of gaslighting or emotional abuse inflicted by narcissistic, domineering or controlling others.
I utilize treatment modalities including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) for coping with trauma or internal conflicts, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I am truly sorry for any pain you may be feeling. As a compassionate and caring therapist, I understand the deep hurt and confusion that life can bring. My empathetic approach is designed to provide a safe and supportive space where you can heal and center yourself. I specialize in providing treatment for relationship problems, dating, divorce, loneliness, depression, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma, emotional overwhelm, being overweight, and coping with fear and avoidance. I also aid in healing the overwhelm and uncertainty of gaslighting or emotional abuse inflicted by narcissistic, domineering or controlling others.
(480) 409-2454 View (480) 409-2454
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Lincoln Sperry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prescott, AZ 86303
I rely on proven tools: EMDR, DBT, CBT.
We are all whole and more resilient than we believe, but we can forget this at times. Effective therapy demands deep compassion, understanding, and strong guidance. Most of us need performance-based, solutions-focused therapy. Most of us benefit from increased personal accountability. Trauma reactions, anxiety, compulsions, depression and addictions are all forms of communication. You deserve help in decoding these problematic responses and learning better, more adaptive solutions to life's challenges. I'm prepared to help.
I rely on proven tools: EMDR, DBT, CBT.
We are all whole and more resilient than we believe, but we can forget this at times. Effective therapy demands deep compassion, understanding, and strong guidance. Most of us need performance-based, solutions-focused therapy. Most of us benefit from increased personal accountability. Trauma reactions, anxiety, compulsions, depression and addictions are all forms of communication. You deserve help in decoding these problematic responses and learning better, more adaptive solutions to life's challenges. I'm prepared to help.
(928) 212-8626 View (928) 212-8626
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Roxanne Dalpos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85224
My team offers special programs for DBT, Anger, Domestic Violence, Trauma Recovery, and court related matters.
I am a licensed psychotherpist in AZ and nationally certified. I am trained in various techniques that help with the resolution of trauma, abuse, neglect, addiction, and personality corrections. In addition, I can provide testing for behavioral, emotional, personality, and psychological concerns. As the clinical director, I coordinate and oversee our groups and IOP (intensive outpatient) programs. My team includes Spanish speaking services and the ability to work with those who have other concerns such as anxiey, bipolar, depression, ADHD, and emotional dysregulation as part of individual, group, IOP counseling.
My team offers special programs for DBT, Anger, Domestic Violence, Trauma Recovery, and court related matters.
I am a licensed psychotherpist in AZ and nationally certified. I am trained in various techniques that help with the resolution of trauma, abuse, neglect, addiction, and personality corrections. In addition, I can provide testing for behavioral, emotional, personality, and psychological concerns. As the clinical director, I coordinate and oversee our groups and IOP (intensive outpatient) programs. My team includes Spanish speaking services and the ability to work with those who have other concerns such as anxiey, bipolar, depression, ADHD, and emotional dysregulation as part of individual, group, IOP counseling.
(480) 382-1929 View (480) 382-1929
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Jeff Fulkerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
These include: CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Sand Tray, Play, ERP and EMDR.
As a therapist I believe that we all have untapped potential to overcome challenges and live a happy life. I want to help individuals tap into the strengths they possess to be who they are meant to be. I have a strong background working with kids, teenagers, parents and adults. I enjoy working with individuals who face emotional challenges in life for one reason or another and need some help developing strategies and coping skills to deal with these issues.
These include: CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Sand Tray, Play, ERP and EMDR.
As a therapist I believe that we all have untapped potential to overcome challenges and live a happy life. I want to help individuals tap into the strengths they possess to be who they are meant to be. I have a strong background working with kids, teenagers, parents and adults. I enjoy working with individuals who face emotional challenges in life for one reason or another and need some help developing strategies and coping skills to deal with these issues.
(480) 405-0516 View (480) 405-0516
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Patti Gillespie
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LISAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
**Now accepting new clients** If you are struggling with an addiction, you have found the right person to help you. My experience spans multiple areas of substance addictions and process addictions (e.g. substances, pornography, sex, gambling, eating disorders, co-dependency). You will be welcomed in a non-judgmental, unbiased, caring, and empathetic fashion. I am a multi-cultural counselor, LGBT friendly and can speak Spanish. I have worked with young adults through older adults. We offer many groups: Substance Abuse and Addiction; DBT, Anger Mgmt, Divorce, and many others. Please call if you are ready to make a change.
**Now accepting new clients** If you are struggling with an addiction, you have found the right person to help you. My experience spans multiple areas of substance addictions and process addictions (e.g. substances, pornography, sex, gambling, eating disorders, co-dependency). You will be welcomed in a non-judgmental, unbiased, caring, and empathetic fashion. I am a multi-cultural counselor, LGBT friendly and can speak Spanish. I have worked with young adults through older adults. We offer many groups: Substance Abuse and Addiction; DBT, Anger Mgmt, Divorce, and many others. Please call if you are ready to make a change.
(480) 526-4728 View (480) 526-4728
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Mamta Bhargava
Counselor, MSc, LPC, NCC, CCH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85255  (Online Only)
I believe in the innate power in us to evolve and resolve. Sometimes when we are faced with challenging situations, our perspectives become hazy and we are unable to connect with our selves. I use eclectic and holistic modes of therapy to help people connect with their inner selves to move on in their lives and reach their full potential. I am trained in DBT, CBT, ACT and am also a Certified EMDR provider. I also completed an externship in Emotionally focussed Therapy for Couples as positive relationships are imperative for our emotional, mental health.
I believe in the innate power in us to evolve and resolve. Sometimes when we are faced with challenging situations, our perspectives become hazy and we are unable to connect with our selves. I use eclectic and holistic modes of therapy to help people connect with their inner selves to move on in their lives and reach their full potential. I am trained in DBT, CBT, ACT and am also a Certified EMDR provider. I also completed an externship in Emotionally focussed Therapy for Couples as positive relationships are imperative for our emotional, mental health.
(480) 725-7499 View (480) 725-7499

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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists

Who is DBT for?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.

Why do people need DBT?

The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.

What happens in DBT?

Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

How long does DBT last?

Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.