Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Sonoma, CA

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Dena Webster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
My name is Dena Webster; I am a licensed clinical social worker. My goal in providing therapy is to make a difference for everyone one day at a time. I meet my clients where they are and consider their whole environment when identifying issues and resolving them. My approach to therapy is eclectic; I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and coping skills. I realized that having someone to talk to and a safe place to say the hard things was helpful. I also noticed I have always been that friend everyone talks to process their problems.
My name is Dena Webster; I am a licensed clinical social worker. My goal in providing therapy is to make a difference for everyone one day at a time. I meet my clients where they are and consider their whole environment when identifying issues and resolving them. My approach to therapy is eclectic; I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and coping skills. I realized that having someone to talk to and a safe place to say the hard things was helpful. I also noticed I have always been that friend everyone talks to process their problems.
(707) 520-8606 View (707) 520-8606
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John Wyman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
My approach is eclectic drawing on dialectic behavior therapy ( DBT), cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and solution-focused models.
I have over 25 years experience working with issues from major mental illness to depression, and anxiety. I help people like you who are struggling with life transitions, relationship problems, or looking to discover more meaningful relationships. I also work with family conflict, mediation and divorce. I do no advertising. Nearly all of my clients come upon the recommendation of previous clients.
My approach is eclectic drawing on dialectic behavior therapy ( DBT), cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and solution-focused models.
I have over 25 years experience working with issues from major mental illness to depression, and anxiety. I help people like you who are struggling with life transitions, relationship problems, or looking to discover more meaningful relationships. I also work with family conflict, mediation and divorce. I do no advertising. Nearly all of my clients come upon the recommendation of previous clients.
(707) 340-6130 View (707) 340-6130
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Richard Baudrand
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
I will help you find new levels of enjoyment and fulfillment and take control of your life using Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness and Gottman's couples therapy.
Is your marriage or relationship troubled by the impact of resentment, criticism, or silence? Are you always feeling defensive? Or, has the romance just run out? Are the traumas of past experience haunting you? If you are struggling with anger, failed expectations, old destructive patterns, or powerful out of control emotions, we can work to rebuild the relationships and life you deserve.
I will help you find new levels of enjoyment and fulfillment and take control of your life using Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness and Gottman's couples therapy.
Is your marriage or relationship troubled by the impact of resentment, criticism, or silence? Are you always feeling defensive? Or, has the romance just run out? Are the traumas of past experience haunting you? If you are struggling with anger, failed expectations, old destructive patterns, or powerful out of control emotions, we can work to rebuild the relationships and life you deserve.
(707) 706-4544 View (707) 706-4544
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Pam Walton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sonoma, CA 95476
I am skilled and/or certified in a variety of evidence-based approaches such as, CBT, MB-CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, Non-Violent Communication, Internal Family Systems and Somatic Experiencing.
Welcome. I have over 24 years of experience as a therapist, and master's degrees in Clinical Psychology and Physiology. I also have over 30 years of experience teaching and practicing mindfulness, and a background in neuroscience research. If you are suffering from anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, addiction or family/marriage problems, I can help. I can take you beyond traditional talk-based therapy using experiential methods, to access and change emotional and behavioral patterns that keep you stuck. Please see my website for additional information on my training and experience.
I am skilled and/or certified in a variety of evidence-based approaches such as, CBT, MB-CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, Non-Violent Communication, Internal Family Systems and Somatic Experiencing.
Welcome. I have over 24 years of experience as a therapist, and master's degrees in Clinical Psychology and Physiology. I also have over 30 years of experience teaching and practicing mindfulness, and a background in neuroscience research. If you are suffering from anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, addiction or family/marriage problems, I can help. I can take you beyond traditional talk-based therapy using experiential methods, to access and change emotional and behavioral patterns that keep you stuck. Please see my website for additional information on my training and experience.
(707) 207-6036 View (707) 207-6036
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Marissza Cavin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
My name is Marissza Cavin, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Orange County, California, conducting Telehealth sessions statewide. I am experienced in working with individuals suffering from anxiety and depression, as well as couples struggling with their communication and life transitions. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients build insight and coping skills to manage issues more effectively.
My name is Marissza Cavin, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Orange County, California, conducting Telehealth sessions statewide. I am experienced in working with individuals suffering from anxiety and depression, as well as couples struggling with their communication and life transitions. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients build insight and coping skills to manage issues more effectively.
(909) 343-5688 View (909) 343-5688
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Emma McCulloch
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sonoma, CA 95476
I use an integrative approach to therapy that incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), mindfulness, relaxation and acceptance (ACT) strategies.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing compassionate evidence-based psychotherapy to adults and adolescents. This work is a life calling to me and I am passionate about helping clients quiet the self-critic that lives inside us all. My clients learn how to practice self-compassion and use mindfulness to cope with the challenges in life. I specialize in helping people with difficulties like anxiety, depression and stress.
I use an integrative approach to therapy that incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), mindfulness, relaxation and acceptance (ACT) strategies.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing compassionate evidence-based psychotherapy to adults and adolescents. This work is a life calling to me and I am passionate about helping clients quiet the self-critic that lives inside us all. My clients learn how to practice self-compassion and use mindfulness to cope with the challenges in life. I specialize in helping people with difficulties like anxiety, depression and stress.
(341) 444-3757 View (341) 444-3757
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Quynh Pham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
My skillsets vary as I have experience in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Hi, my name is Quynh Pham, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I was born in Vietnam and came to America when I was 12 years old. I was inspired to step out of my comfort zone and adapt not only to a new language but also to the cultural shift. This challenging experience taught me to respect and connect well with people from all backgrounds. I value the quality time I spend with friends and family who I love. I enjoy traveling, cooking, and exploring the culinary world because I believe a hearty dish brings everyone together.
My skillsets vary as I have experience in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Hi, my name is Quynh Pham, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I was born in Vietnam and came to America when I was 12 years old. I was inspired to step out of my comfort zone and adapt not only to a new language but also to the cultural shift. This challenging experience taught me to respect and connect well with people from all backgrounds. I value the quality time I spend with friends and family who I love. I enjoy traveling, cooking, and exploring the culinary world because I believe a hearty dish brings everyone together.
(909) 490-4541 View (909) 490-4541
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Joey Downey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Sonoma, CA 95476  (Online Only)
Working with me will be empowering, energetic, and at times fun. You will grieve losses, heal wounds, celebrate successes and reimagine your future. Together, we will explore childhood relationship programing and work on a reboot of early patterns that are no longer useful. I will help you choose healthier roles and boundaries, while building a life with you in the driver's seat. "For every event in life, there are many different angles. When you look at the same event from a wider perspective, your sense of worry and anxiety reduces, and you have greater joy." - The Dalai Lama
Working with me will be empowering, energetic, and at times fun. You will grieve losses, heal wounds, celebrate successes and reimagine your future. Together, we will explore childhood relationship programing and work on a reboot of early patterns that are no longer useful. I will help you choose healthier roles and boundaries, while building a life with you in the driver's seat. "For every event in life, there are many different angles. When you look at the same event from a wider perspective, your sense of worry and anxiety reduces, and you have greater joy." - The Dalai Lama
(707) 329-3226 View (707) 329-3226
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Alicia Cockrum, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
Psychological Testing & Assessment: Dr. Alicia Cockrum specializes in building compassionate and collaborative clinical relationships with adult patients who desire psychological testing and diagnosis. Dr. Cockrum provides comprehensive psychological & therapeutic assessments specializing in the following areas: ADHD, PTSD Bariatric Surgery, Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, Immigration, and Work or School Disability Accommodations. Dr. Alicia Cockrum has over 15 years of clinical experience and expertise in the areas of Psychological Testing, PTSD, Grief, Evidence Based and Compassion Focused Therapies.
Psychological Testing & Assessment: Dr. Alicia Cockrum specializes in building compassionate and collaborative clinical relationships with adult patients who desire psychological testing and diagnosis. Dr. Cockrum provides comprehensive psychological & therapeutic assessments specializing in the following areas: ADHD, PTSD Bariatric Surgery, Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, Immigration, and Work or School Disability Accommodations. Dr. Alicia Cockrum has over 15 years of clinical experience and expertise in the areas of Psychological Testing, PTSD, Grief, Evidence Based and Compassion Focused Therapies.
(707) 231-8309 View (707) 231-8309
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Patricia Anne Brooks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
What we focus on in our lives is what we manifest in our lives. Our thoughts do generate our feelings thus a solutions verses a problem focused approach allows for growth and movement towards healing physical and emotional discomfort. Through the use of multiple strategies including hypnosis, mindfulness and meditation, habits, anxiety, depression, family issues and work stress can be resolved in a brief format with long term results.
What we focus on in our lives is what we manifest in our lives. Our thoughts do generate our feelings thus a solutions verses a problem focused approach allows for growth and movement towards healing physical and emotional discomfort. Through the use of multiple strategies including hypnosis, mindfulness and meditation, habits, anxiety, depression, family issues and work stress can be resolved in a brief format with long term results.
(707) 532-2189 View (707) 532-2189
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Jenny Florez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I began my clinical training journey in 2014. Over the years I have gained clinical experience working with adults, teens, and families. In addition, I have supported a variety of populations that include victims of human trafficking, individuals with eating disorders, and adolescents struggling with mood and behavioral challenges. The clients I worked with reported symptoms of trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, work-life balance, and other personal stressors.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I began my clinical training journey in 2014. Over the years I have gained clinical experience working with adults, teens, and families. In addition, I have supported a variety of populations that include victims of human trafficking, individuals with eating disorders, and adolescents struggling with mood and behavioral challenges. The clients I worked with reported symptoms of trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, work-life balance, and other personal stressors.
(707) 361-9351 View (707) 361-9351
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Sonoma Valley Family Therapy
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sonoma, CA 95476
I am passionate about supporting individuals in their pursuit of finding understanding, connection, and self-compassion in their life experiences. I have committed myself to diversifying my education and approach to counseling through webinars, books, research, and conferences. I believe moments of our greatest struggle can also hold the most potential for growth and self-discovery. By giving ourselves a supportive space to explore the places that feel painful or stuck, we open ourselves to a wealth of information about our deepest desires, strengths, and wisdom. This makes it possible to live with greater self-compassion.
I am passionate about supporting individuals in their pursuit of finding understanding, connection, and self-compassion in their life experiences. I have committed myself to diversifying my education and approach to counseling through webinars, books, research, and conferences. I believe moments of our greatest struggle can also hold the most potential for growth and self-discovery. By giving ourselves a supportive space to explore the places that feel painful or stuck, we open ourselves to a wealth of information about our deepest desires, strengths, and wisdom. This makes it possible to live with greater self-compassion.
(707) 926-4780 View (707) 926-4780
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Aubree Vance Tovrea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
Discover your path to healing and wholeness with me at Valley of the Moon Therapy. With a foundation in trauma-informed care, I understand the profound impact that past experiences can have on your present life. I'm deeply committed to helping you navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse. Rather than just treating symptoms, I delve into the root causes, ensuring you receive holistic and genuine healing and move toward more of what you are wanting in your life.
Discover your path to healing and wholeness with me at Valley of the Moon Therapy. With a foundation in trauma-informed care, I understand the profound impact that past experiences can have on your present life. I'm deeply committed to helping you navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse. Rather than just treating symptoms, I delve into the root causes, ensuring you receive holistic and genuine healing and move toward more of what you are wanting in your life.
(707) 283-7935 View (707) 283-7935
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Nidza Clarke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
Sometimes we can find ourselves in a place in life where we are unsure of what we want to do next. Life situations and transitions can often leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed or full of self doubt. Finding a space and tools to navigate these times is how therapy can really help. We all want to feel better, more self assured in our relationships and in our everyday lives. I work with clients to figure out what is holding them back from the life they want. If you feel that you are in a place that you need extra support, reach out. We will work together to create the life you want.
Sometimes we can find ourselves in a place in life where we are unsure of what we want to do next. Life situations and transitions can often leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed or full of self doubt. Finding a space and tools to navigate these times is how therapy can really help. We all want to feel better, more self assured in our relationships and in our everyday lives. I work with clients to figure out what is holding them back from the life they want. If you feel that you are in a place that you need extra support, reach out. We will work together to create the life you want.
(415) 969-5714 View (415) 969-5714
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Catherine Harris
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
Welcome! My name is Catherine Harris and I am honored to assist you with your healing journey. After 20 years of seeing clients, I still enjoy every day of this work. When off duty, I am usually hiking up a mountain, paddle boarding, or enjoying time with loved ones.
Welcome! My name is Catherine Harris and I am honored to assist you with your healing journey. After 20 years of seeing clients, I still enjoy every day of this work. When off duty, I am usually hiking up a mountain, paddle boarding, or enjoying time with loved ones.
(707) 394-3358 View (707) 394-3358
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Jana Morgan, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sonoma, CA 95476
CONFIDENTIAL PRIVATE PAY SERVICES AT A CONVENIENT TIME AND IN A CONVENIENT LOCATION. If you have fluctuating moods, a dissatisfaction with your relationships and life in general, take a step to actively move into a healthier part of you. We will have important dialogue which assist you to sort and live your priorities. Via mind-body/somatic and psychodynamic approaches, I will help you find your balance, get relief, sleep better, love safer and deeper. Generally we work together once to twice per week, insight and cognitive restructuring are part of the process. Overall, you will receive care and refuge to heal.
CONFIDENTIAL PRIVATE PAY SERVICES AT A CONVENIENT TIME AND IN A CONVENIENT LOCATION. If you have fluctuating moods, a dissatisfaction with your relationships and life in general, take a step to actively move into a healthier part of you. We will have important dialogue which assist you to sort and live your priorities. Via mind-body/somatic and psychodynamic approaches, I will help you find your balance, get relief, sleep better, love safer and deeper. Generally we work together once to twice per week, insight and cognitive restructuring are part of the process. Overall, you will receive care and refuge to heal.
(707) 948-7112 View (707) 948-7112
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A Marie Mastrup
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sonoma, CA 95476  (Online Only)
Limited openings, please e-mail for availability. After 15 years working with community-based agencies in multiple roles as well as about 20 years working with vulnerable youth, I am happily dedicated to private practice care. My practice is centered around whole-person treatment. Together, we will explore root causes to your symptoms, the narrative of your family system, process old trauma and develop healthy coping skills to manage your symptoms. Trauma, OCD, ADHD, Generalized Anxiety and Codependency Treatment, are my primary specialties. I look forward to learning about and helping you identify your unique goals for therapy.
Limited openings, please e-mail for availability. After 15 years working with community-based agencies in multiple roles as well as about 20 years working with vulnerable youth, I am happily dedicated to private practice care. My practice is centered around whole-person treatment. Together, we will explore root causes to your symptoms, the narrative of your family system, process old trauma and develop healthy coping skills to manage your symptoms. Trauma, OCD, ADHD, Generalized Anxiety and Codependency Treatment, are my primary specialties. I look forward to learning about and helping you identify your unique goals for therapy.
(323) 576-4671 View (323) 576-4671
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Jeffrey Alan Stone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
Hi, my name is Jeff Stone, and I am an LCSW. I specialize in working with anxiety and depression challenges including PTSD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Social Anxiety to name just a few. My other specialty is relationship and work/school/life-based challenges. My approach is to get to know you as a person and create a comfortable and respectful environment to help make the counseling process as easy and nurturing as possible. I work with clients of all ages and from all backgrounds.
Hi, my name is Jeff Stone, and I am an LCSW. I specialize in working with anxiety and depression challenges including PTSD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Social Anxiety to name just a few. My other specialty is relationship and work/school/life-based challenges. My approach is to get to know you as a person and create a comfortable and respectful environment to help make the counseling process as easy and nurturing as possible. I work with clients of all ages and from all backgrounds.
(510) 822-7914 View (510) 822-7914
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Dr. Annie Tanasugarn
PhD, CCTSA
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Congratulations on taking an empowering step in your transformational journey! When you make an investment to heal from attachment insecurities, complex trauma or relational trauma, you are engaging in one of the most powerful acts of self-love. It takes bravery and self-awareness in choosing to unpack your story and wanting healthier for yourself. I offer a comprehensive and empirically-supported approach to elevate your overall well-being. As a trauma-informed clinician, I provide a safe space for reflection, so you feel seen and heard. You ARE worthy of loving yourself and choosing a healthy partner who loves you.
Congratulations on taking an empowering step in your transformational journey! When you make an investment to heal from attachment insecurities, complex trauma or relational trauma, you are engaging in one of the most powerful acts of self-love. It takes bravery and self-awareness in choosing to unpack your story and wanting healthier for yourself. I offer a comprehensive and empirically-supported approach to elevate your overall well-being. As a trauma-informed clinician, I provide a safe space for reflection, so you feel seen and heard. You ARE worthy of loving yourself and choosing a healthy partner who loves you.
(720) 740-1097 View (720) 740-1097
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Sarah Kagin
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
Hello, my name is Sarah Kagin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California offering teletherapy. I work with children, adolescents, families, and adults. I have experience addressing a myriad of challenges specifically, depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, grief/loss, career/identity issues, life adjustments, relational challenges, and parenting struggles. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
Hello, my name is Sarah Kagin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California offering teletherapy. I work with children, adolescents, families, and adults. I have experience addressing a myriad of challenges specifically, depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, grief/loss, career/identity issues, life adjustments, relational challenges, and parenting struggles. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
(760) 227-5263 View (760) 227-5263
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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.