Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Spring Valley, CA

Nice to meet you, I'm Tara! My name is Tara McDaniel and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ventura County, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. My approach is eclectic, but can be more specific as needed. My approach varies based on the individual needs of each client that I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, aspects of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Attachment Theory, to help create a sense of awareness and understanding and allow us to work together on moving towards change.

Hi, I'm Amanda Smith and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. My passion has been to help those who are struggling with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, among others. I have trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, and Superhero Therapy. I began my Marriage and Family Telehealth practice in California out of a desire to use my life experience, education, and faith to help serve the emotional and behavioral health needs of our community and state.

My name is Aleah Maas, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Diego, California. I utilize a holistic approach integrating the mind and body to help my clients find healing and wholeness. I work with adults and specialize in trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, borderline personality disorder (BPD), and narcissistic personality disorder (NPD). I have experience working with individuals who have trauma, symptoms of anxiety, depression, and those who are struggling with relationship issues.

I specialize in treating adults who have been affected by trauma. I use a variety of modalities including neuropsych, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment Based Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Somatic Therapy. I treat a variety of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders. I have experience working with individuals diagnosed with special needs and their family members as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. I also offer contract based services including on the job grief intervention for employees who have experienced trauma.

Welcome! I'm Teresa Hernandez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I work with individual ages 13+, couples, and families in a variety of areas including addiction, anxiety, coping skills, depression, behavioral issues, anger management, family conflict, grief, life transitions, and self-esteem, amongst others.

My name is Dr. Audrey Hill-Lindsay and I am licensed Psychologist in California (License PSY22270), as well as New York License 020483). I believe that therapy is a healing journey that can help to build strength, discover peace, and achieve more equilibrium in one's life. Each person must find their own unique path based on their goals, desires and past experiences. I work with a wide array of diagnoses, including mood & anxiety disorders, trauma, life changes, cognitive & memory problems, addiction & substance abuse.

Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I received my Masters of Social Work degree from University of Southern California. I provide individuals with an empathetic and non-judgmental therapy using evidence based practices to focus on improving coping, communication, and self-regulations skills. Throughout my clinical career, I have had the privilege of working with multiple populations from children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in different settings I specialize in helping individuals living with anxiety, depression, adjustment changes, trauma, harm reduction and behavioral changes.

I have a relaxed approach that is spiced with humor and education. My goal is to have a comfortable and creative environment to help you make the changes you want to see. I'm big on education and will likely push books, articles, and videos on you; or at least summarize to the best of my ability. I'm also big on self acceptance and self-awareness, using practical mindfulness and personal intelligence as a guide. This means getting to know yourself and your strengths to learn how to use them to help yourself.

My therapeutic style is to be engaging and empathetic and assist the client in identifying why they're in need of counseling services. My nonjudgmental approach helps you feel understood, heard, and secure, allowing you to feel comfortable sharing intimate concerns and worries. I utilize various modalities such as Cognitive behavioral therapy, Solution focused therapy, and Dialectic Behavioral Like therapeutic approach, along with a family systems approach to assist you in reaching your therapeutic goals. By giving yourself grace, you will be able to move forward and grow.

Hello, my name is Christian Yanez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with years of experience providing therapy. I appropriately implement interventions to fit the support you are seeking. I have experience assisting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. I provide a holistic approach to psychotherapy. I have been professionally trained to work with individuals that experience anxiousness, trauma, relationship issues, and other mental health issues. I am certified to practice with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

I am accepting new clients in my La Mesa office and Rancho Bernardo office. I work with adults. I believe that everyone has the answers within themselves and just need someone to sit with them as they explore possibilities. I will collaboratively help clients build a client plan using MAPS goals for measuring gains for the purpose of helping clients reach their goals and improve their mental health and wellbeing.

I am John O'Donoghue, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California - MFT 40935 I enjoy helping people with family and relationship issues, workplace and career issues, and general transitions along life's journey. Other areas of expertise include grief and loss, blended family issues, stress, coping with the narcissists in your life, mild depression, anxiety, social anxiety, procrastination, guilt, anger, self-blame, PTSD, family conflict, highly sensitive people, spirituality, and existential issues.

I strive to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment where we can collaboratively explore, understand and clarify your feelings as well as find more adaptive ways to cope and problem-solve the issues in your life. I believe that you can’t really understand someone’s present world without understanding their past experiences and how that is negatively or positively impacting their life now. In therapy,

Life circumstances and relationships can sometimes be difficult to navigate. Whether you are dealing with new stressors, ongoing challenges, seeking clarity in relationship dynamics, or wanting to learn more about yourself, I am here to provide help! My belief is that through a supportive and safe environment, people can work through and process their personal challenges while recognizing their strengths and abilities. My passion is to help others help themselves through addressing both mind and body on the journey of moving from suffering to supportive healing.