Therapists in Yucaipa, CA
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![Photo of Mark Venckeleer, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/418e1aab-7c44-4925-a9b4-d23e1e44648a/2/320x400.jpeg)
My ideal client is someone who is going through a life transition whether it be a relationship, work, school, health, etc. My clients need support getting back on track, setting meaningful goals and living their best life.
My ideal client is someone who is going through a life transition whether it be a relationship, work, school, health, etc. My clients need support getting back on track, setting meaningful goals and living their best life.
![Photo of Tre'von Peoples, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b937ceb4-23fc-4973-9e2c-a323530afb7e/1/320x400.jpeg)
I tend to work usually within a humanistic client-centered approach, where I accept the client for who they are and what they're bringing to session, and we work together to solve/address concerns. Depending on client's concerns, I will utilize different techniques (eclecticism therapy) such as CBT to art therapy to psychodynamic because honestly each person unique without a "one size fits all". I specialize in general mental health, men's issues, adolescent development, depressive symptoms/issues, BIPOC concerns, substance use, LGBTQIA concerns.
I tend to work usually within a humanistic client-centered approach, where I accept the client for who they are and what they're bringing to session, and we work together to solve/address concerns. Depending on client's concerns, I will utilize different techniques (eclecticism therapy) such as CBT to art therapy to psychodynamic because honestly each person unique without a "one size fits all". I specialize in general mental health, men's issues, adolescent development, depressive symptoms/issues, BIPOC concerns, substance use, LGBTQIA concerns.
My work is deeply influenced by my multicultural background and my ability to offer bilingual support. Growing up in a diverse environment taught me to value the multitude of cultures within our communities and the importance of inclusive communication. Speaking Spanish allows me to connect more personally with students and families, helping those who often feel left out of the educational conversation. My focus is on assisting children and adults who face significant educational challenges. This includes individuals from immigrant backgrounds, bilingual learners, and students from culturally underrepresented groups.
My work is deeply influenced by my multicultural background and my ability to offer bilingual support. Growing up in a diverse environment taught me to value the multitude of cultures within our communities and the importance of inclusive communication. Speaking Spanish allows me to connect more personally with students and families, helping those who often feel left out of the educational conversation. My focus is on assisting children and adults who face significant educational challenges. This includes individuals from immigrant backgrounds, bilingual learners, and students from culturally underrepresented groups.
![Photo of Richard Posalski, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c9987b4a-009e-466f-9732-0f58938151b0/1/320x400.jpeg)
I'm Richard Posalski and I'm licensed in Clinical Social Work as well as Marriage and Family Therapy. I have the background and experience to help people develop skills in accessing their thoughts and emotions, expressing them out loud, and making choices that serve them best. I am a pragmatic, trauma-focused, client-centered therapist who utilizes pivotal questions and thoughtful observations to help people overcome obstacles to becoming happier, more successful individuals.
I'm Richard Posalski and I'm licensed in Clinical Social Work as well as Marriage and Family Therapy. I have the background and experience to help people develop skills in accessing their thoughts and emotions, expressing them out loud, and making choices that serve them best. I am a pragmatic, trauma-focused, client-centered therapist who utilizes pivotal questions and thoughtful observations to help people overcome obstacles to becoming happier, more successful individuals.
![Photo of Jennifer Rugala Persicone - Serenity and Solutions Counseling Center, LCSW, LMFT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0ee171fc-31c6-4ece-8963-7ff86a8dc9ae/2/320x400.jpeg)
Serenity and Solutions Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Beaumont, CA 92223
Waitlist for new clients
"Serenity is the tranquil balance of heart of mind" (H. Becker). Ana and Jennifer of Serenity and Solutions Counseling Center are here to assist you on that journey of finding your inner strength, inner peace, and personal serenity. Life isn't always what we planned due to trauma, depression, anxiety, and stress, but we each have in us the abilities to find solutions that will help make us more content and whole.
"Serenity is the tranquil balance of heart of mind" (H. Becker). Ana and Jennifer of Serenity and Solutions Counseling Center are here to assist you on that journey of finding your inner strength, inner peace, and personal serenity. Life isn't always what we planned due to trauma, depression, anxiety, and stress, but we each have in us the abilities to find solutions that will help make us more content and whole.
![Photo of Xochitl Elena Perez - Creative Change Therapy Center, A LCSW Corp., LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/47ec7a29-e86c-42a4-9e7c-a8af058adc7b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Creative Change Therapy Center, A LCSW Corp.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Redlands, CA 92374
Not accepting new clients
If you are adjusting to a life change, challenged by conflicts within relationships, making a big life decision, hurting emotionally, or dealing with your own or another family's member's mental health diagnosis, I am a professional and empathetic resource for you.
If you are adjusting to a life change, challenged by conflicts within relationships, making a big life decision, hurting emotionally, or dealing with your own or another family's member's mental health diagnosis, I am a professional and empathetic resource for you.
Online Therapists
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Virginia Beas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90815 (Online Only)
I have a range of experience working with clients that require a higher level of need ( suicidal ideation, complex trauma) to clients that want to improve on their life skills.
Seeking a safe space to share your thoughts without judgment? Trying to figure out how to adjust or what step to take next? Perhaps you are having thoughts and emotions that are getting in the way of your relationships or your job? I can support you in improving yourself, your relationships, or achieving another personal goal. I am a bilingual (English & Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience in helping individuals and families better their relationships by improving their communication and conflict resolution skills.
I have a range of experience working with clients that require a higher level of need ( suicidal ideation, complex trauma) to clients that want to improve on their life skills.
Seeking a safe space to share your thoughts without judgment? Trying to figure out how to adjust or what step to take next? Perhaps you are having thoughts and emotions that are getting in the way of your relationships or your job? I can support you in improving yourself, your relationships, or achieving another personal goal. I am a bilingual (English & Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience in helping individuals and families better their relationships by improving their communication and conflict resolution skills.
![Photo of Georgianna Olivieri, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/119ca368-5cc6-4a05-ac17-dd4afb36a9ec/1/320x400.jpeg)
I found my unique sense of purpose and learned about the life-changing abilities of psychotherapy when a young man approached me and shared his intent to commit suicide.
Hello, my name is Georgianna Olivieri. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Counselor specializing in the treatment of people with Substance Use Disorder. My collaborative therapeutic approach focuses on helping clients to identify and fuel the power of their unique strengths to manage and overcome mental health and substance use challenges. My treatment forte includes Suicidal Ideation, Anger Management, ADHD, Personality Disorders, Trauma, and Attachment Disorders. I have a diverse background working with clientele including people from 5 to 87 years old. I work with individuals, couples, and families.
I found my unique sense of purpose and learned about the life-changing abilities of psychotherapy when a young man approached me and shared his intent to commit suicide.
Hello, my name is Georgianna Olivieri. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Counselor specializing in the treatment of people with Substance Use Disorder. My collaborative therapeutic approach focuses on helping clients to identify and fuel the power of their unique strengths to manage and overcome mental health and substance use challenges. My treatment forte includes Suicidal Ideation, Anger Management, ADHD, Personality Disorders, Trauma, and Attachment Disorders. I have a diverse background working with clientele including people from 5 to 87 years old. I work with individuals, couples, and families.
![Photo of Kristen Smith, LMFT, MS, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ce3ce80c-e50f-471c-ad8e-be604686ba91/2/320x400.jpeg)
I provide therapy for adolescents and adults seeking help with issues including parenting, divorce, stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, communication, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, grief, life-changing events, and others. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can identify and explore the underlying beliefs driving your behaviors, shaping your habits, and impacting your relationships. Working together using therapeutic approaches such as mindfulness, CBT, narrative therapy, DBT, etc., you will learn to better manage emotions and behaviors, allowing you to meet your own personal goals.
I provide therapy for adolescents and adults seeking help with issues including parenting, divorce, stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, communication, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, grief, life-changing events, and others. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can identify and explore the underlying beliefs driving your behaviors, shaping your habits, and impacting your relationships. Working together using therapeutic approaches such as mindfulness, CBT, narrative therapy, DBT, etc., you will learn to better manage emotions and behaviors, allowing you to meet your own personal goals.
![Photo of Pauline Manavi, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4dfb6db6-2ec2-4328-be03-137db07e76e8/3/320x400.jpeg)
I have worked extensively with children & adults of all ages, to address ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, parent-child conflict, self-harm, behavioral challenges, parenting skills, & suicidal ideation.
My primary goals are to help clients utilize their strengths, effectively cope with challenges and harness the best versions of themselves. I strive to provide a space in which clients can feel safe and heard. I will listen and use my knowledge to help address the parts of your life that feel challenging. In this healing environment, you will have the opportunity to gain greater self understanding, self-acceptance and self-compassion. When this happens, positive change can occur. Together we will seek to unlock creative blocks, move past trauma, let go of self-criticism, comprehend challenging relationships and celebrate strengths.
I have worked extensively with children & adults of all ages, to address ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, parent-child conflict, self-harm, behavioral challenges, parenting skills, & suicidal ideation.
My primary goals are to help clients utilize their strengths, effectively cope with challenges and harness the best versions of themselves. I strive to provide a space in which clients can feel safe and heard. I will listen and use my knowledge to help address the parts of your life that feel challenging. In this healing environment, you will have the opportunity to gain greater self understanding, self-acceptance and self-compassion. When this happens, positive change can occur. Together we will seek to unlock creative blocks, move past trauma, let go of self-criticism, comprehend challenging relationships and celebrate strengths.
![Photo of Eddie A Quintana, LCSW, MS, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/41ad17b6-aa5c-47b0-b255-7b087d145180/2/320x400.jpeg)
Eddie A Quintana
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92128 (Online Only)
I have been humbled to work in a variety of different roles, settings, and with people of different diagnosis from addiction, suicide, depression, autism, anxiety, personality disorders, compulsion and psychotic disorders.
My Philosophy is simple, start where you are at in the process. My approach is to work with you and together we would develop goals and expectations on what you want to work on. It is a collaborative effort in order to help you make progress and sustain change once progress is made. Even though I'm seen as the professional, to me your're the professional of you're life and its my job to help guide you into a place where you feel comfortable. For further info please check out my website at quintanacounseling.com.
I have been humbled to work in a variety of different roles, settings, and with people of different diagnosis from addiction, suicide, depression, autism, anxiety, personality disorders, compulsion and psychotic disorders.
My Philosophy is simple, start where you are at in the process. My approach is to work with you and together we would develop goals and expectations on what you want to work on. It is a collaborative effort in order to help you make progress and sustain change once progress is made. Even though I'm seen as the professional, to me your're the professional of you're life and its my job to help guide you into a place where you feel comfortable. For further info please check out my website at quintanacounseling.com.
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Terence l Shigg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
I have developed and led workshops on suicide prevention, anger management, relationships and personal development.
I am passionate about affecting change in others and I believe that by helping people change their beliefs you can help them change their lives. My ultimate goal is to give you the tools you need so that you don't need me! I have worked with client's from many different cultures and backgrounds and I would be delighted to work with you! I love people and have been gifted with the ability to connect with and reach almost anyone. I believe in doing what works for the individual. Therapy is about making you stronger not making me feel smarter.
I have developed and led workshops on suicide prevention, anger management, relationships and personal development.
I am passionate about affecting change in others and I believe that by helping people change their beliefs you can help them change their lives. My ultimate goal is to give you the tools you need so that you don't need me! I have worked with client's from many different cultures and backgrounds and I would be delighted to work with you! I love people and have been gifted with the ability to connect with and reach almost anyone. I believe in doing what works for the individual. Therapy is about making you stronger not making me feel smarter.
![Photo of Maritza Islas, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46bc5554-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I'm equally experienced and certified to help clients rein in behavior issues like chronic aggression, frequent outbursts, and tendencies to argue, ignore requests, and engage in annoying behavior; control suicidal thoughts and at-risk-behavior.
Is your child or teen overwhelmed by trauma, depression, anxiety, or obsessive compulsiveness? I've helped dozens of clients and perhaps I can help your child or teen. Call me at 626-214-8737 anytime to explore how I can help you. I have more than 20-years of mental health experience, 15 as a licensed therapists. I work primarily with children and teens to resolve family conflicts, improve communication, and overcome depression, anxiety, and behavior issues. I have extensive experience working with children and teens to overcome the pain of trauma from PTSD, sexual abuse, and crimes either directly as a victim or witness
I'm equally experienced and certified to help clients rein in behavior issues like chronic aggression, frequent outbursts, and tendencies to argue, ignore requests, and engage in annoying behavior; control suicidal thoughts and at-risk-behavior.
Is your child or teen overwhelmed by trauma, depression, anxiety, or obsessive compulsiveness? I've helped dozens of clients and perhaps I can help your child or teen. Call me at 626-214-8737 anytime to explore how I can help you. I have more than 20-years of mental health experience, 15 as a licensed therapists. I work primarily with children and teens to resolve family conflicts, improve communication, and overcome depression, anxiety, and behavior issues. I have extensive experience working with children and teens to overcome the pain of trauma from PTSD, sexual abuse, and crimes either directly as a victim or witness
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Janet Polanco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whittier, CA 90608
I specialize in working with families who are in crises ( suicidal ideation, trauma, abuse, substance abuse).
Seeking someone to listen? To aide you in improving yourself, your relationships, or in achieving emotional strength? I am a bilingual (Spanish & English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in helping individuals, families and couples better their communication, problem solving and conflict resolution skills. I have worked with children and adolescents in improving behavior, emotional regulation and school functioning. I provide a safe, trusting, and confidential place where you can express your thoughts and feelings in a positive healthy manner without fear of being negatively judged. Together we can determine appropriate treatment that meets your needs.
I specialize in working with families who are in crises ( suicidal ideation, trauma, abuse, substance abuse).
Seeking someone to listen? To aide you in improving yourself, your relationships, or in achieving emotional strength? I am a bilingual (Spanish & English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in helping individuals, families and couples better their communication, problem solving and conflict resolution skills. I have worked with children and adolescents in improving behavior, emotional regulation and school functioning. I provide a safe, trusting, and confidential place where you can express your thoughts and feelings in a positive healthy manner without fear of being negatively judged. Together we can determine appropriate treatment that meets your needs.
![Photo of Joanne Talbot, LMFT, EMDR, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/de25b13d-fadc-459a-b4ca-d7a286073be7/2/320x400.jpeg)
Joanne Talbot
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92010 (Online Only)
Therapeutic care, emotional support, and emergency interventions for clients experiencing crisis due to trauma, illness, family problems, and mental health issues. Joanne works with depression, anxiety, mood and personality disorders and is experienced working with suicidal & self-harming behaviors, psychosis, sexual assault, domestic violence, and substance abuse. As a trauma specialist Joanne utilizes EMDR, Trauma focused CBT, DBT, and Solution Focused Trauma therapy. Joanne is available for Telehealth care.
Therapeutic care, emotional support, and emergency interventions for clients experiencing crisis due to trauma, illness, family problems, and mental health issues. Joanne works with depression, anxiety, mood and personality disorders and is experienced working with suicidal & self-harming behaviors, psychosis, sexual assault, domestic violence, and substance abuse. As a trauma specialist Joanne utilizes EMDR, Trauma focused CBT, DBT, and Solution Focused Trauma therapy. Joanne is available for Telehealth care.
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We specialize in seeing clients with a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, grief and loss, suicidal thoughts, social struggles, interpersonal conflict, and self-esteem concerns.
Looking for an encouraging place where you can experience HOPE, HEALING, and GROWTH? Our skilled therapists are ready to meet with you, your child or teen and walk with you on this journey towards healing. We provide therapy for all ages, couples and families. We are client-focused, meaning we are centered on helping you identify the therapy goals that are important for you and we partner together to help you achieve those goals.
We specialize in seeing clients with a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, grief and loss, suicidal thoughts, social struggles, interpersonal conflict, and self-esteem concerns.
Looking for an encouraging place where you can experience HOPE, HEALING, and GROWTH? Our skilled therapists are ready to meet with you, your child or teen and walk with you on this journey towards healing. We provide therapy for all ages, couples and families. We are client-focused, meaning we are centered on helping you identify the therapy goals that are important for you and we partner together to help you achieve those goals.
![Photo of Chris Peterson, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5cf0c727-9db8-4581-9928-1b7194cb95f4/3/320x400.jpeg)
Specialty areas include complex trauma therapy (Trauma-Focused CBT Certified), substance use management, individual, couples and family systems therapy, and suicidal and defiant children and teens.
My clients are individuals who often carry with them unresolved feelings from either their past or present challenges. Viewing those issues from an objective and trusted practitioner is vital to the change process. Always viewing my clients with unconditional positive regard is essential to us being successful. Therapy can often be the first time someone gets to step out of the day to day of their lives. My hope is during this introspection, I can coach you in the direction you need to go, not where my training thinks you should go. While I may illuminate potential paths, you're taking the steps with me right behind you!
Specialty areas include complex trauma therapy (Trauma-Focused CBT Certified), substance use management, individual, couples and family systems therapy, and suicidal and defiant children and teens.
My clients are individuals who often carry with them unresolved feelings from either their past or present challenges. Viewing those issues from an objective and trusted practitioner is vital to the change process. Always viewing my clients with unconditional positive regard is essential to us being successful. Therapy can often be the first time someone gets to step out of the day to day of their lives. My hope is during this introspection, I can coach you in the direction you need to go, not where my training thinks you should go. While I may illuminate potential paths, you're taking the steps with me right behind you!
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Eliott Gillooly
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
I work with children, teenagers, and adults, and I am especially passionate about working with LGBTQ, Disabled, and Neurodivergent individuals of all ages. I am here to create an empathetic and supportive space to assist clients in exploring a range of mental health concerns effectively, including depression, anxiety, gender dysphoria, ADHD, Autism, self-harm, suicidal ideation, trauma and PTSD.
I work with children, teenagers, and adults, and I am especially passionate about working with LGBTQ, Disabled, and Neurodivergent individuals of all ages. I am here to create an empathetic and supportive space to assist clients in exploring a range of mental health concerns effectively, including depression, anxiety, gender dysphoria, ADHD, Autism, self-harm, suicidal ideation, trauma and PTSD.
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Elan Javanfard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90035
Elan had advanced specialized training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Elan Javanfard is a Psychotherapist (LMFT # 87054) who specializes in reintegrating the whole self, by utilizing present focused methods of discovery and coping. By using evidence-based theories and psychodynamic practices, Mr. Javanfard assists all clients alike to bridge the past and the future to create a more positive present. Mr. Javanfard is skilled in a variety of interventions ranging from distress tolerance to interpersonal effectiveness.
Elan had advanced specialized training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Elan Javanfard is a Psychotherapist (LMFT # 87054) who specializes in reintegrating the whole self, by utilizing present focused methods of discovery and coping. By using evidence-based theories and psychodynamic practices, Mr. Javanfard assists all clients alike to bridge the past and the future to create a more positive present. Mr. Javanfard is skilled in a variety of interventions ranging from distress tolerance to interpersonal effectiveness.
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I specialize in culturally-sensitive treatment of individuals with: depression, anxiety, insomnia, suicidal thoughts, trauma, substance abuse, domestic abuse, decreased motivation, stress, grief, family, & relationship difficulties.
When people come to therapy, it's as if they are saying, "I really don't want to walk home by myself". There are few opportunities to spend one day per week, dedicated to you (or your family perhaps)...accompanied by someone who is empathetic, non-judgmental, and has reserved a safe space for you to release, explore, & process your thoughts, feelings, fears, reactions, progress, and triumphs, all "without guilt".
I specialize in culturally-sensitive treatment of individuals with: depression, anxiety, insomnia, suicidal thoughts, trauma, substance abuse, domestic abuse, decreased motivation, stress, grief, family, & relationship difficulties.
When people come to therapy, it's as if they are saying, "I really don't want to walk home by myself". There are few opportunities to spend one day per week, dedicated to you (or your family perhaps)...accompanied by someone who is empathetic, non-judgmental, and has reserved a safe space for you to release, explore, & process your thoughts, feelings, fears, reactions, progress, and triumphs, all "without guilt".
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Suicidal Ideation Therapists
How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?
Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioral therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.
Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?
The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.