Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in East Los Angeles, CA

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Kimberly Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022
My name is Kim Porter. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 13+ years experience in the field. In therapy, I focus on the power of relationship, strengths, and laughter. I work with teens and adults who may have challenges with depression, anxiety, past trauma, current relationships, and stress. My goal is to create a strong connection with my clients so therapy feels safe and supportive. I utilize Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing in my practice as well as laughter.
My name is Kim Porter. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 13+ years experience in the field. In therapy, I focus on the power of relationship, strengths, and laughter. I work with teens and adults who may have challenges with depression, anxiety, past trauma, current relationships, and stress. My goal is to create a strong connection with my clients so therapy feels safe and supportive. I utilize Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing in my practice as well as laughter.
(818) 938-2616 View (818) 938-2616
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Maribel Mancillas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022  (Online Only)
I am Maribel Mancillas, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing culturally appropriate psychotherapy for 15 years to a variety of vulnerable minority groups such as LGBTQ+ and Spanish speaking community. I work with both couples and individuals. Whether individual or couples work, we collaborate together to uncover patterns in thoughts and behaviors that do not serve you and stop you from living your life. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as a treatment modality; however, therapy is specific to the Client's needs.
I am Maribel Mancillas, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing culturally appropriate psychotherapy for 15 years to a variety of vulnerable minority groups such as LGBTQ+ and Spanish speaking community. I work with both couples and individuals. Whether individual or couples work, we collaborate together to uncover patterns in thoughts and behaviors that do not serve you and stop you from living your life. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as a treatment modality; however, therapy is specific to the Client's needs.
(760) 965-8116 View (760) 965-8116
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Chelsey Fouts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022
I utilize concepts from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), Solution Focused, and Psychodynamic therapy.
Hi! I believe the most important aspect of successful therapy is the connection you have with your therapist. My name is Chelsey Fouts, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I want you to feel heard, understood, and valued in our therapeutic relationship. I notice negative thought patterns and challenge you to believe in your worth. I will help you navigate daily stressors by gaining skills to achieve positive change in your life. I help you to understand how your past experiences influence your present behavior/beliefs.
I utilize concepts from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), Solution Focused, and Psychodynamic therapy.
Hi! I believe the most important aspect of successful therapy is the connection you have with your therapist. My name is Chelsey Fouts, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I want you to feel heard, understood, and valued in our therapeutic relationship. I notice negative thought patterns and challenge you to believe in your worth. I will help you navigate daily stressors by gaining skills to achieve positive change in your life. I help you to understand how your past experiences influence your present behavior/beliefs.
(562) 573-7417 View (562) 573-7417
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Rhonda Smillie
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022
Hello, I am Rhonda Smillie, M.Ed, LPCC practicing in CA. I approach therapy with a curious mind and an open heart. I incorporate many modalities to help get to the issues at hand. I focus on relationships, with self, others, and the community. This includes anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and addictive disorders.
Hello, I am Rhonda Smillie, M.Ed, LPCC practicing in CA. I approach therapy with a curious mind and an open heart. I incorporate many modalities to help get to the issues at hand. I focus on relationships, with self, others, and the community. This includes anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and addictive disorders.
(818) 806-0635 View (818) 806-0635
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Heather Hopkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022
Hello! I'm Heather Hopkins, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My focus as a therapist is to meet you where you're at and help you get to where you want to be. I use a client-centered approach to ensure you feel comfortable, included, and empowered in your therapy experience.
Hello! I'm Heather Hopkins, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My focus as a therapist is to meet you where you're at and help you get to where you want to be. I use a client-centered approach to ensure you feel comfortable, included, and empowered in your therapy experience.
(818) 740-4431 View (818) 740-4431
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Kristen Tachiki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022
My path has to lead me to be here with you on this journey and it is my honor to grace this path with you.
My path has to lead me to be here with you on this journey and it is my honor to grace this path with you.
(818) 650-3615 View (818) 650-3615
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Tabitha Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022
Hello Hello, I'm Tabitha :) I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Diego, California. I work with clients in person in Carlsbad, CA, and statewide via Telehealth. I believe in empathetic listening, transparency, and empowerment as a means to unravel inner conflict. Inner conflict is often the underlying cause for “stuck points”. If you feel like you’re spinning in circles despite great efforts, we may want to assess for any inner conflict that may be present.
Hello Hello, I'm Tabitha :) I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Diego, California. I work with clients in person in Carlsbad, CA, and statewide via Telehealth. I believe in empathetic listening, transparency, and empowerment as a means to unravel inner conflict. Inner conflict is often the underlying cause for “stuck points”. If you feel like you’re spinning in circles despite great efforts, we may want to assess for any inner conflict that may be present.
(818) 405-8240 View (818) 405-8240
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Larry Hanville
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022
I have been a licensed therapist for over 25 years. I have worked in both for-profit and nonprofit settings and have worked with a variety of different clients experiencing mental health issues. I am a strength-based therapist and believe that every individual is unique and brings their own story to therapy. Connection and understanding are at the heart of a good therapeutic relationship which I bring as an experienced clinician. I have worked with individuals experiencing anxiety and all of the symptoms associated with daily stress.
I have been a licensed therapist for over 25 years. I have worked in both for-profit and nonprofit settings and have worked with a variety of different clients experiencing mental health issues. I am a strength-based therapist and believe that every individual is unique and brings their own story to therapy. Connection and understanding are at the heart of a good therapeutic relationship which I bring as an experienced clinician. I have worked with individuals experiencing anxiety and all of the symptoms associated with daily stress.
(661) 219-7521 View (661) 219-7521
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Champagne Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022
Hello! I am a trained licensed psychotherapist with degrees from Fort Hays State and Louisiana State University. I have been working in the mental health field for almost a decade and have experience treating a wide range of individuals who suffer from phobias, depression, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and substance abuse. I truly understand that every person who enters this world is unique and so are their mental health struggles. My objective is to assist clients in implementing changes that will last. I currently provide therapeutic services in a comfortable environment that provides you with the security to be more open and freer.
Hello! I am a trained licensed psychotherapist with degrees from Fort Hays State and Louisiana State University. I have been working in the mental health field for almost a decade and have experience treating a wide range of individuals who suffer from phobias, depression, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and substance abuse. I truly understand that every person who enters this world is unique and so are their mental health struggles. My objective is to assist clients in implementing changes that will last. I currently provide therapeutic services in a comfortable environment that provides you with the security to be more open and freer.
(951) 800-4023 View (951) 800-4023
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Dr. Rob Wolff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022
A well-balanced life, a sense of harmony, and living as our authentic selves. This is a desire held by many, but sometimes we don’t quite know how to achieve this or address the roadblocks in our lives. I’m Dr. Rob Wolff, and I find no greater joy than helping people identify what their best life looks like and how to start living that best life. Some of life’s challenges may include depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship problems, sexual health, and navigating difficult situations. To reach our maximum potential, we must connect with, and live as our authentic selves.
A well-balanced life, a sense of harmony, and living as our authentic selves. This is a desire held by many, but sometimes we don’t quite know how to achieve this or address the roadblocks in our lives. I’m Dr. Rob Wolff, and I find no greater joy than helping people identify what their best life looks like and how to start living that best life. Some of life’s challenges may include depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship problems, sexual health, and navigating difficult situations. To reach our maximum potential, we must connect with, and live as our authentic selves.
(951) 494-4150 View (951) 494-4150
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Desiree Trujeque
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022  (Online Only)
In today's challenging times, you may have noticed your stress level's seem increased, you're experiencing anxiety and worry more often or maybe your personal, professional or relational experiences are leaving you feeling confused, overwhelmed, exhausted or powerless. With the ever increasing demands of today's changing world, maybe you've given preference to something besides your mental and emotional wellness. You are not alone and you don't have to suffer in silence.
In today's challenging times, you may have noticed your stress level's seem increased, you're experiencing anxiety and worry more often or maybe your personal, professional or relational experiences are leaving you feeling confused, overwhelmed, exhausted or powerless. With the ever increasing demands of today's changing world, maybe you've given preference to something besides your mental and emotional wellness. You are not alone and you don't have to suffer in silence.
(323) 403-4032 View (323) 403-4032
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Virginia Farfan
Psychological Associate, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Los Angeles, CA 90022
I understand everyone was going through something difficult and it is my goal to help others with a non judgmental approach, compassion, and kindness to help them get through these challenging situations.
I understand everyone was going through something difficult and it is my goal to help others with a non judgmental approach, compassion, and kindness to help them get through these challenging situations.
(424) 417-2480 View (424) 417-2480
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Fabiola Serrano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022  (Online Only)
As a first-generation Latina therapist, I am aware of the cultural barriers that can prevent individuals from pursuing therapy. Congratulations on taking this significant step to seek support! My clients commonly come to therapy to address issues like imposter syndrome, excessive worry, negative thinking, low self-esteem, and periods of sadness. I aim to create a space where you feel at ease and ready to face challenges.
As a first-generation Latina therapist, I am aware of the cultural barriers that can prevent individuals from pursuing therapy. Congratulations on taking this significant step to seek support! My clients commonly come to therapy to address issues like imposter syndrome, excessive worry, negative thinking, low self-esteem, and periods of sadness. I aim to create a space where you feel at ease and ready to face challenges.
(818) 483-9642 View (818) 483-9642

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Christian Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90023
I primarily utilize CBT, DBT, and Bowen Intergenerational Family Systems Theory in my clinical work.
I typically work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, phase of life issues, difficulties in decision-making, mood disorders, and bereavement. I also enjoy working with clients who are seeking self-actualization or perhaps want a space to process their feelings and fine-tune their mental health.
I primarily utilize CBT, DBT, and Bowen Intergenerational Family Systems Theory in my clinical work.
I typically work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, phase of life issues, difficulties in decision-making, mood disorders, and bereavement. I also enjoy working with clients who are seeking self-actualization or perhaps want a space to process their feelings and fine-tune their mental health.
(916) 659-8424 View (916) 659-8424
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Kateri Ross
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90023
I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, as both modalities aim to provide you with the tools and strategies that are most effective for you.
Hello! My name is Kateri Ross and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Rancho Cordova, California, and working with clients via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, anger, relationship issues, life transitions, and physical health issues. I utilize an array of therapeutic modalities based on what is the best fit for my clients' needs and goals.
I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, as both modalities aim to provide you with the tools and strategies that are most effective for you.
Hello! My name is Kateri Ross and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Rancho Cordova, California, and working with clients via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, anger, relationship issues, life transitions, and physical health issues. I utilize an array of therapeutic modalities based on what is the best fit for my clients' needs and goals.
(408) 637-4897 View (408) 637-4897
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Natasha Simon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90063  (Online Only)
I hold a master's degree in Social Work from USC and I have been licensed for 11 years. I have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field providing individual, family, group, and couples therapy. My specialty is working with emotion dysregulation, depression, complex trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting. I use principles of psychodynamic therapy, CBT, and DBT to create the individualized treatment plan that works best for you.
I hold a master's degree in Social Work from USC and I have been licensed for 11 years. I have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field providing individual, family, group, and couples therapy. My specialty is working with emotion dysregulation, depression, complex trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting. I use principles of psychodynamic therapy, CBT, and DBT to create the individualized treatment plan that works best for you.
(916) 824-3416 View (916) 824-3416
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Moniecia Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90023
My practice is client-centered, solution-focused, and strengths-based, drawing from different therapeutic practices such as psychodynamic, cognitive behavior therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy, to name a few.
In this space, you are safe! Let’s be real; making the decision to embark on the path of healing is not an endeavor to be taken lightly, as it requires patience, vulnerability, and courage. Whether these are your first steps or continuing, thank you for being here. With that said, I am passionate about helping my clients unravel physical, mental, and emotional layers to find the root causes of problems and develop self-awareness and strong coping skills in order to navigate through life as their best selves.
My practice is client-centered, solution-focused, and strengths-based, drawing from different therapeutic practices such as psychodynamic, cognitive behavior therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy, to name a few.
In this space, you are safe! Let’s be real; making the decision to embark on the path of healing is not an endeavor to be taken lightly, as it requires patience, vulnerability, and courage. Whether these are your first steps or continuing, thank you for being here. With that said, I am passionate about helping my clients unravel physical, mental, and emotional layers to find the root causes of problems and develop self-awareness and strong coping skills in order to navigate through life as their best selves.
(650) 718-8048 View (650) 718-8048
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Catherine Speckmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90063
My name is Catherine, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Psychotherapist with a solid background working with clients that are experiencing Substance Use Disorders, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, and Grief Issues. I accept clients at all stages of the lifespan from 12 and up. My approach is client-centered and focused on empowerment. I use a strength-based philosophy and feel that the therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance. I use Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies to improve coping strategies. I meet my clients where they are and assist them to get to where they want to be.
My name is Catherine, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Psychotherapist with a solid background working with clients that are experiencing Substance Use Disorders, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, and Grief Issues. I accept clients at all stages of the lifespan from 12 and up. My approach is client-centered and focused on empowerment. I use a strength-based philosophy and feel that the therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance. I use Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies to improve coping strategies. I meet my clients where they are and assist them to get to where they want to be.
(323) 529-0964 View (323) 529-0964
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Ross Lisman
Psychologist, CP
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90022
I am very invested in you starting to feel better as quickly as possible while also setting you up for long-term good mental health through the use of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I am a licensed clinical psychologist (Ph.D.) and I specialize in helping you along your path to healing using evidence-based practices provided with warmth and care. I want to work with you to both reduce the symptoms that have been interfering with your life and help you to build a life worth living! I have extensive experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, sleep issues, bipolar disorder, addiction, and borderline personality disorder.
I am very invested in you starting to feel better as quickly as possible while also setting you up for long-term good mental health through the use of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I am a licensed clinical psychologist (Ph.D.) and I specialize in helping you along your path to healing using evidence-based practices provided with warmth and care. I want to work with you to both reduce the symptoms that have been interfering with your life and help you to build a life worth living! I have extensive experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, sleep issues, bipolar disorder, addiction, and borderline personality disorder.
(510) 904-0429 View (510) 904-0429
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Hiromi Yamamura
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90040  (Online Only)
I specialize in DBT, CBT, self-esteem, and life transitions such as going to college, relationship issues, illness and chronic pain, grief/loss, and retirement.
I believe that the number one human survival skill is adaptability to change. However, I know how challenging it may be to take those first steps, alone. I would like to assist in navigating your path to achieve your personal goals by focusing on the unique strengths you already possess while fostering flexibility and healthy boundaries. My approach is collaborative, eclectic, and person-centered, in which I tailor the therapy to fit your individual needs and goals. My experience includes working in substance use, neurology, VA, hospitals and non-profit/community mental health with individuals, couples, and groups.
I specialize in DBT, CBT, self-esteem, and life transitions such as going to college, relationship issues, illness and chronic pain, grief/loss, and retirement.
I believe that the number one human survival skill is adaptability to change. However, I know how challenging it may be to take those first steps, alone. I would like to assist in navigating your path to achieve your personal goals by focusing on the unique strengths you already possess while fostering flexibility and healthy boundaries. My approach is collaborative, eclectic, and person-centered, in which I tailor the therapy to fit your individual needs and goals. My experience includes working in substance use, neurology, VA, hospitals and non-profit/community mental health with individuals, couples, and groups.
(323) 310-4376 View (323) 310-4376

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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.