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Ishmel Cerisier
Counselor, LMHC, QS
Verified Verified
Orlando, FL 32801  (Online Only)
I believe in a person-centered based perspective to empower each client within their individual needs and utilize multiple therapeutic modalities including cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical-behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and Emotional Focused Therapy-Couples.
Hello and welcome! I am Ishmel Cerisier, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Qualified Supervisor in Central Florida. I have over 10 years of experience working with adults and couples. I offer services via Telehealth. My areas of expertise are Relationship/Conflict issues, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Self Esteem/Self Image, Employment, and Parenting. I have also worked with trauma-related issues and personality disorders.
I believe in a person-centered based perspective to empower each client within their individual needs and utilize multiple therapeutic modalities including cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical-behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and Emotional Focused Therapy-Couples.
Hello and welcome! I am Ishmel Cerisier, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Qualified Supervisor in Central Florida. I have over 10 years of experience working with adults and couples. I offer services via Telehealth. My areas of expertise are Relationship/Conflict issues, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Self Esteem/Self Image, Employment, and Parenting. I have also worked with trauma-related issues and personality disorders.
(407) 305-8025 View (407) 305-8025
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Katherine Lance
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Orlando, FL 32803  (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Katherine, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Foresight–Florida. I want to help you achieve your goals, increase insights, build on your strengths, challenge your negative thought patterns, and learn effective communication skills to improve your self-esteem and relationships. I work with adults and seniors, and my specialty areas include trauma, anxiety, depression, women’s issues, grief/loss, and coping skills. I will help you navigate through life transitions and stress by using strengths-based approaches and therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Hi, I’m Katherine, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Foresight–Florida. I want to help you achieve your goals, increase insights, build on your strengths, challenge your negative thought patterns, and learn effective communication skills to improve your self-esteem and relationships. I work with adults and seniors, and my specialty areas include trauma, anxiety, depression, women’s issues, grief/loss, and coping skills. I will help you navigate through life transitions and stress by using strengths-based approaches and therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
(407) 305-6389 View (407) 305-6389
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Amira K Suid
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32829  (Online Only)
I use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I would love to help you if you are struggling with managing a recent break-up, crisis, job loss, depression, anxiety , mood swings, and any mental health concerns. I can understand how these issues may keep you from being happy on a day to day basis. My job is to help you break down self-sabotaging thoughts and behaviors to help empower you to build your new foundation. You and I will make a great team by turning the emotional pain into a healthy gain in your life. Call me now for more information.
I use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I would love to help you if you are struggling with managing a recent break-up, crisis, job loss, depression, anxiety , mood swings, and any mental health concerns. I can understand how these issues may keep you from being happy on a day to day basis. My job is to help you break down self-sabotaging thoughts and behaviors to help empower you to build your new foundation. You and I will make a great team by turning the emotional pain into a healthy gain in your life. Call me now for more information.
(321) 221-5021 View (321) 221-5021
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Sarah O'Hern
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CCTP
Verified Verified
37 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32803  (Online Only)
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), EMDR, ART, DBT, and ACT - all of which are evidence-based treatment methods for various conditions and/or goals.
I specialize in working with couples, as well as clients diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), who have Anxious Attachment styles, difficulties with regulating emotions, and/or have a history of trauma. No matter who you are or what you hope to accomplish during your time with me, I seek to provide a validating, empathetic, non-judgmental, and supportive presence- as you do the hard work! I am a passionate person who cares deeply about the work I do and the people I do it for- YOU! I welcome you to my practice- in your time- when you’re ready to create a life worth living.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), EMDR, ART, DBT, and ACT - all of which are evidence-based treatment methods for various conditions and/or goals.
I specialize in working with couples, as well as clients diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), who have Anxious Attachment styles, difficulties with regulating emotions, and/or have a history of trauma. No matter who you are or what you hope to accomplish during your time with me, I seek to provide a validating, empathetic, non-judgmental, and supportive presence- as you do the hard work! I am a passionate person who cares deeply about the work I do and the people I do it for- YOU! I welcome you to my practice- in your time- when you’re ready to create a life worth living.
(321) 351-3347 View (321) 351-3347
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Tara Melvin Jr
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RCMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32817  (Online Only)
Tara Melvin Jr (she/her/hers) is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern at The Meaningful Life Center, LLC and has earned a Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She obtained her undergraduate degree in Sociology from Rowan University. Tara desires to utilize a holistic approach to help, empower, and teach clients to have an enriched life. She also utilizes an integrative approach with clients which can include pulling techniques from DBT, Narrative, CPT, ACT, CBT, Humanistic, and Bibliotherapeutic approaches to help clients with their life journey and meet their needs.
Tara Melvin Jr (she/her/hers) is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern at The Meaningful Life Center, LLC and has earned a Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She obtained her undergraduate degree in Sociology from Rowan University. Tara desires to utilize a holistic approach to help, empower, and teach clients to have an enriched life. She also utilizes an integrative approach with clients which can include pulling techniques from DBT, Narrative, CPT, ACT, CBT, Humanistic, and Bibliotherapeutic approaches to help clients with their life journey and meet their needs.
(407) 606-6681 View (407) 606-6681
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Mindscape Counseling
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32811
Our therapists have specialized training in various proven therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Existential, and Humanistic approaches.
My name is Manny Occhiogrosso and for over 20 years, I have been devoted to helping individuals realize their full potential, couples create stronger bonds, and families create secure connections and meaningful relationships. I want to help you do that too. Mindscape Counseling is a group practice that provides quality mental health services. We provide adults, teens, children, couples, and families with effective, evidence-based treatment. We can help you connect with our clinicians who can meet your all your mental health needs, including counseling, psychiatry, medication management, psychotherapy, evaluation and testing.
Our therapists have specialized training in various proven therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Existential, and Humanistic approaches.
My name is Manny Occhiogrosso and for over 20 years, I have been devoted to helping individuals realize their full potential, couples create stronger bonds, and families create secure connections and meaningful relationships. I want to help you do that too. Mindscape Counseling is a group practice that provides quality mental health services. We provide adults, teens, children, couples, and families with effective, evidence-based treatment. We can help you connect with our clinicians who can meet your all your mental health needs, including counseling, psychiatry, medication management, psychotherapy, evaluation and testing.
(253) 499-8436 View (253) 499-8436
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Allison Phillips
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32803
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Therapy.
As your therapist, my goal is to provide an individually-tailored approach by accepting you as you are and helping you transform into the best possible version of yourself. Life tends to be a mixture of peaks and valleys, which can be challenging. You do not have to embark on your journey alone. It is important to find fellow humans who respect, support, and care for you. I know it is difficult to jump right into therapy, so my approach is to go at your pace. I will challenge you to push yourself, but in a way that is helping you grow in your journey, not making you feel like you aren't strong enough, because you are.
I utilize components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Therapy.
As your therapist, my goal is to provide an individually-tailored approach by accepting you as you are and helping you transform into the best possible version of yourself. Life tends to be a mixture of peaks and valleys, which can be challenging. You do not have to embark on your journey alone. It is important to find fellow humans who respect, support, and care for you. I know it is difficult to jump right into therapy, so my approach is to go at your pace. I will challenge you to push yourself, but in a way that is helping you grow in your journey, not making you feel like you aren't strong enough, because you are.
(321) 800-8621 View (321) 800-8621
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Lela Geist
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MT-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32804  (Online Only)
I enjoy using a combination of expressive arts, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
I specialize in working with young adults and adults experiencing difficult life transitions, anxiety, depression, overwhelming and difficulty regulating emotions, relational concerns, and helping build confidence and self-esteem. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and keeping up with demands can feel like a constant uphill trek. I aim to help clients feel excited and passionate about life and to face challenges with confidence.
I enjoy using a combination of expressive arts, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
I specialize in working with young adults and adults experiencing difficult life transitions, anxiety, depression, overwhelming and difficulty regulating emotions, relational concerns, and helping build confidence and self-esteem. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and keeping up with demands can feel like a constant uphill trek. I aim to help clients feel excited and passionate about life and to face challenges with confidence.
(386) 202-1366 View (386) 202-1366
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Sandra Lechin-Houck
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32832
She has experience with many therapeutic methods including Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Crisis Intervention (CIT) and more.
Dr. Lechin has over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults of all races, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, religions, and economic backgrounds. She has worked in a variety of settings and provides therapy to individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, personality disorders, compulsive disorders, gender dysphoria, codependency, etc. She is also a proud ally of the LGBTQIA+ population and has extensive experience serving this community. Dr. Lechin is a bilingual Psychologist who also offers psychological testing for ADHD, Learning Disability and Intellectual Disability.
She has experience with many therapeutic methods including Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Crisis Intervention (CIT) and more.
Dr. Lechin has over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults of all races, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, religions, and economic backgrounds. She has worked in a variety of settings and provides therapy to individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, personality disorders, compulsive disorders, gender dysphoria, codependency, etc. She is also a proud ally of the LGBTQIA+ population and has extensive experience serving this community. Dr. Lechin is a bilingual Psychologist who also offers psychological testing for ADHD, Learning Disability and Intellectual Disability.
(321) 342-1513 View (321) 342-1513
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Marching Forward Therapy & Consultation
Counselor, MS, LMHC, C-PD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32828  (Online Only)
I integrate training in DBT along with other approaches to teach new ways to cope and thrive.
“I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” - Carl Jung You’re here because you know that you deserve better. When we’ve experienced events in our lives that cause significant distress it can be hard to remember that we’re worth continuing to care for ourselves and asking for help. Our emotions can feel so big that they take over and we feel powerless in our own decisions. The fact that you’re here and reading this tells me you’re ready to try something different.
I integrate training in DBT along with other approaches to teach new ways to cope and thrive.
“I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” - Carl Jung You’re here because you know that you deserve better. When we’ve experienced events in our lives that cause significant distress it can be hard to remember that we’re worth continuing to care for ourselves and asking for help. Our emotions can feel so big that they take over and we feel powerless in our own decisions. The fact that you’re here and reading this tells me you’re ready to try something different.
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Dominique D. Barritt
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, EMDR, CST
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32803
Not accepting new clients
I utilize several clinical approaches, including (but not limited to): EMDR, Interpersonal Process, Humanistic, Mindfulness, Existentialism, CBT, Sex Therapy, DBT, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, IFS, and Psychodynamic.
Dealing with life's challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed and confused. Choosing counseling is the first step in facing challenges. Counseling provides a safe, compassionate place to gain new perspective, answer difficult questions, and resolve painful conflicts. I am committed to providing knowledgeable, supportive therapy in a non-judgmental, confidential environment. As Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, "Take the first step in faith. You don't have to see the whole staircase; just take the first step."
I utilize several clinical approaches, including (but not limited to): EMDR, Interpersonal Process, Humanistic, Mindfulness, Existentialism, CBT, Sex Therapy, DBT, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, IFS, and Psychodynamic.
Dealing with life's challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed and confused. Choosing counseling is the first step in facing challenges. Counseling provides a safe, compassionate place to gain new perspective, answer difficult questions, and resolve painful conflicts. I am committed to providing knowledgeable, supportive therapy in a non-judgmental, confidential environment. As Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, "Take the first step in faith. You don't have to see the whole staircase; just take the first step."
(407) 624-4886 View (407) 624-4886
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Suzanne Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orlando, FL 32835
My favorite modalities of treatment are CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), Motivational interviewing, Strength focused, and Solution focused.
What I bring to you as a therapist is… a calm nature, active listening, a nonjudgmental attitude, and a supportive relationship. As a therapist I understand that this is your journey, and I am here to be your sounding board. My goal is to foster effective self-reflection which will lead to finding personal tools to achieve your goals. Coming from a multi-cultural background it has allowed me to see things in all different lights and spaces. It has allowed me to observe and be present in ways not many people get to experience.
My favorite modalities of treatment are CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), Motivational interviewing, Strength focused, and Solution focused.
What I bring to you as a therapist is… a calm nature, active listening, a nonjudgmental attitude, and a supportive relationship. As a therapist I understand that this is your journey, and I am here to be your sounding board. My goal is to foster effective self-reflection which will lead to finding personal tools to achieve your goals. Coming from a multi-cultural background it has allowed me to see things in all different lights and spaces. It has allowed me to observe and be present in ways not many people get to experience.
(407) 329-4604 View (407) 329-4604
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Francesca Corea
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Orlando, FL 32837
My name is Francesca Corea, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Miami, Florida, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults. I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, and self-esteem issues, using Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with.
My name is Francesca Corea, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Miami, Florida, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults. I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, and self-esteem issues, using Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with.
(321) 621-3064 View (321) 621-3064
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Faith E Davidson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orlando, FL 32801  (Online Only)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is another great tool.
Sometimes things in life can become overwhelming and create issues in your day to day. Are you ready to work through these issues that are weighing you down and begin a new chapter with positive coping skills? I am here to help make what feels heavy, unmanageable, and perhaps impossible feel lighter, manageable, and possible. I am an LCSW who specializes in evidenced-based therapy to help you accomplish your goals. Together we will work as a team to identify the root causes of the problems you face and discover various ways to help you navigate these issues so that you can feel like your best self.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is another great tool.
Sometimes things in life can become overwhelming and create issues in your day to day. Are you ready to work through these issues that are weighing you down and begin a new chapter with positive coping skills? I am here to help make what feels heavy, unmanageable, and perhaps impossible feel lighter, manageable, and possible. I am an LCSW who specializes in evidenced-based therapy to help you accomplish your goals. Together we will work as a team to identify the root causes of the problems you face and discover various ways to help you navigate these issues so that you can feel like your best self.
(352) 441-3253 View (352) 441-3253
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Rachel Dillickraeth
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32803
I offer CBT, DBT and ERT to create coping skills for anxiety, panic, obsessive thinking, and emotional distress.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor experienced in working with adolescents, adults, and families to overcome issues that are creating distress. I utilize a collaborative and compassionate counseling style, empowering you to create a more balanced and satisfying life. I offer a safe place to share feelings, discuss problems, build emotional strength and resiliency, and gain some perspective on the issue at hand. I have experience in a variety of settings from outpatient counseling to residential treatment. I utilize multiple treatment modalities in my daily practice based upon your individual needs, personality, and background.
I offer CBT, DBT and ERT to create coping skills for anxiety, panic, obsessive thinking, and emotional distress.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor experienced in working with adolescents, adults, and families to overcome issues that are creating distress. I utilize a collaborative and compassionate counseling style, empowering you to create a more balanced and satisfying life. I offer a safe place to share feelings, discuss problems, build emotional strength and resiliency, and gain some perspective on the issue at hand. I have experience in a variety of settings from outpatient counseling to residential treatment. I utilize multiple treatment modalities in my daily practice based upon your individual needs, personality, and background.
(407) 326-0124 View (407) 326-0124
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Tanya Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orlando, FL 32814
Tanya Ruiz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida who has been practicing since 2016. She is trained and certified in several modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Art Therapy, Coaching, Cognitive Behavioral, Cognitive Processing, Culturally Sensitive, Dialectical Behavior, Eclectic, and EMDR. Everyone faces challenges in life, and at times it is helpful to have extra support to work through those challenges. It is Tanya's hope that you will reach out for that support.
Tanya Ruiz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida who has been practicing since 2016. She is trained and certified in several modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Art Therapy, Coaching, Cognitive Behavioral, Cognitive Processing, Culturally Sensitive, Dialectical Behavior, Eclectic, and EMDR. Everyone faces challenges in life, and at times it is helpful to have extra support to work through those challenges. It is Tanya's hope that you will reach out for that support.
(689) 400-1068 View (689) 400-1068
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Jackie Schaffer
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32803
I often incorporate the use of relational therapy along with other evidence-based treatments and have training in DBT, ACT, and CPT.
Hello and welcome! I focus on creating genuine connection with my clients and bring authenticity to every session because the significance of finding a compatible therapist cannot be understated. I hope to create a comfortable environment meant to foster self-discovery and personal growth. Concentrating on building this trusting and empathic therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of healing.
I often incorporate the use of relational therapy along with other evidence-based treatments and have training in DBT, ACT, and CPT.
Hello and welcome! I focus on creating genuine connection with my clients and bring authenticity to every session because the significance of finding a compatible therapist cannot be understated. I hope to create a comfortable environment meant to foster self-discovery and personal growth. Concentrating on building this trusting and empathic therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of healing.
(689) 202-4181 View (689) 202-4181
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The Meaningful Life Center
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LMFT, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32817
We utilize evidence based practices to support the healing process, including Mindfulness, DBT, CPT, PE, EMDR, and Hypnosis.
Do you feel like your life has no meaning? Are you just "going through the motions"? Have you given up on your dreams? Is pain preventing you from living your life? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you don't have to keep suffering. We can help! The Meaningful Life Center helps people just like you develop the meaningful and fulfilling lives and relationships they deserve.
We utilize evidence based practices to support the healing process, including Mindfulness, DBT, CPT, PE, EMDR, and Hypnosis.
Do you feel like your life has no meaning? Are you just "going through the motions"? Have you given up on your dreams? Is pain preventing you from living your life? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you don't have to keep suffering. We can help! The Meaningful Life Center helps people just like you develop the meaningful and fulfilling lives and relationships they deserve.
(407) 392-1814 View (407) 392-1814
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Pedro Michael Valdez IV
Counselor, MA, LMHC, C-PD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32828
I offer Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Focused Trauma Therapy that helps you find your courage to take your life back into your own control.
Does the past keep sneaking up on you whether that’s in the form of intrusive memories, difficult sleeping (nightmares, trouble falling asleep, or staying asleep), experiencing emotions of guilt or other overwhelming emotions that leaves you struggling for air, a constant low-grade anxiety that keeps you preoccupied, or staying constantly busy so that you can continue avoiding people, place, thoughts or situations. Maybe you keep telling yourself to put the past behind you but that doesn’t seem to work either. With trauma, you need something more even if sometimes you still question whether what you went through was traumatic.
I offer Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Focused Trauma Therapy that helps you find your courage to take your life back into your own control.
Does the past keep sneaking up on you whether that’s in the form of intrusive memories, difficult sleeping (nightmares, trouble falling asleep, or staying asleep), experiencing emotions of guilt or other overwhelming emotions that leaves you struggling for air, a constant low-grade anxiety that keeps you preoccupied, or staying constantly busy so that you can continue avoiding people, place, thoughts or situations. Maybe you keep telling yourself to put the past behind you but that doesn’t seem to work either. With trauma, you need something more even if sometimes you still question whether what you went through was traumatic.
(352) 660-1974 View (352) 660-1974
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Courtney Mann
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
Orlando, FL 32820  (Online Only)
My treatment modality draws from relational and psychodynamic frameworks as well as DBT, which can be tailored based on your individual needs.
Hi and thanks for reading! I'm a relational therapist focused on collaborating together to create long lasting change in the way you feel about yourself, your life, and the people around you. Feeling both safe and heard while you explore what you've been through and what might be causing you to feel stuck is a crucial part of this work. If you've been struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, or the ability to navigate difficult emotions, I would love to work with you.
My treatment modality draws from relational and psychodynamic frameworks as well as DBT, which can be tailored based on your individual needs.
Hi and thanks for reading! I'm a relational therapist focused on collaborating together to create long lasting change in the way you feel about yourself, your life, and the people around you. Feeling both safe and heard while you explore what you've been through and what might be causing you to feel stuck is a crucial part of this work. If you've been struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, or the ability to navigate difficult emotions, I would love to work with you.
(407) 606-7965 View (407) 606-7965
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.