Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Dallas, TX
Jordie’s foundational approach stems from a Psychodynamic lens, blended with her training in the application of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Phase 1 Brainspotting.
Jordie is an affirming, culturally competent clinician who works with ages 16 and up. She has experience working with individuals at both the outpatient and residential levels of care, with specific exposure to addiction management and eating disorders.
Jordie’s foundational approach stems from a Psychodynamic lens, blended with her training in the application of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Phase 1 Brainspotting.
Jordie is an affirming, culturally competent clinician who works with ages 16 and up. She has experience working with individuals at both the outpatient and residential levels of care, with specific exposure to addiction management and eating disorders.
For more information, visit our website: ntx dbt.
DBT is an evidence based cognitive behavioral treatment that emphasizes individual psychotherapy and group skills classes to help people learn new strategies to develop a life that they experience as worth living. DBT skills include mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT is effective in treating a wide range of issues such as suicidal ideation, nonsuicidal self-injury, depression, addictive behavior, PTSD, eating disorders and Borderline Personality Disorder. It has been shown to be more effective than hospitalization in the treatment of suicidality.
For more information, visit our website: ntx dbt.
DBT is an evidence based cognitive behavioral treatment that emphasizes individual psychotherapy and group skills classes to help people learn new strategies to develop a life that they experience as worth living. DBT skills include mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT is effective in treating a wide range of issues such as suicidal ideation, nonsuicidal self-injury, depression, addictive behavior, PTSD, eating disorders and Borderline Personality Disorder. It has been shown to be more effective than hospitalization in the treatment of suicidality.
I utilized CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma Informed Care- all of which are evidenced based treatment modalities.
I am passionate about creating an environment where one feels comfortable and safe. My clients would describe me as patient, competent, goal driven, and honest. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with ten years of experience, I'm committed to challenging you to be honest with yourself while making progress each day towards our long-term goals. It is important to me to empower my clients to be their own agents of change as well as be an anchor for themselves when presented with difficulties in life.
I utilized CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma Informed Care- all of which are evidenced based treatment modalities.
I am passionate about creating an environment where one feels comfortable and safe. My clients would describe me as patient, competent, goal driven, and honest. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with ten years of experience, I'm committed to challenging you to be honest with yourself while making progress each day towards our long-term goals. It is important to me to empower my clients to be their own agents of change as well as be an anchor for themselves when presented with difficulties in life.
I specialize in a combination of CBT and DBT approach working to address the emotional dysregulation as well as reframe harmful thoughts.
I work best with individuals who are actively wanting to make a change in their life. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and/or self-esteem issues as long as you desire a change you are already halfway there.
I specialize in a combination of CBT and DBT approach working to address the emotional dysregulation as well as reframe harmful thoughts.
I work best with individuals who are actively wanting to make a change in their life. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and/or self-esteem issues as long as you desire a change you are already halfway there.
Emily Reiss Bisignano Licensed Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75240
I am a licensed psychologist who is passionate about providing high-quality, effective, evidence-based treatment with children, adolescents, and adults in the Dallas Metroplex area. I help teach Dialectical Behavioral Skills and tools that minimize emotional distress, impulsivity, and high risk behaviors. I believe strongly in working together with parents and families to strengthen communication and decrease conflict. My primary goal is to instill hope, balance, and healing that increase you or your child's quality of life.
I am a licensed psychologist who is passionate about providing high-quality, effective, evidence-based treatment with children, adolescents, and adults in the Dallas Metroplex area. I help teach Dialectical Behavioral Skills and tools that minimize emotional distress, impulsivity, and high risk behaviors. I believe strongly in working together with parents and families to strengthen communication and decrease conflict. My primary goal is to instill hope, balance, and healing that increase you or your child's quality of life.
Diamond Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75287
Additional approaches include DBT, EMDR, and art-based therapy.
Do you understand how a wound heals? Think about it. First, the pain needs to be acknowledged. Next, it needs to be tended to and stabilized. Then, the work of healing from within can begin. I believe in the significance of this understanding because, no matter what pains life may offer, we all possess an innate capacity to acknowledge, grow, and inspire change in our lives. We also need someone who is on our side, willing and committed to providing the conditions needed to feel safe and comfortable to express, explore, and heal from our struggles. Only then can we learn to lean into change.
Additional approaches include DBT, EMDR, and art-based therapy.
Do you understand how a wound heals? Think about it. First, the pain needs to be acknowledged. Next, it needs to be tended to and stabilized. Then, the work of healing from within can begin. I believe in the significance of this understanding because, no matter what pains life may offer, we all possess an innate capacity to acknowledge, grow, and inspire change in our lives. We also need someone who is on our side, willing and committed to providing the conditions needed to feel safe and comfortable to express, explore, and heal from our struggles. Only then can we learn to lean into change.
I utilize a range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Existential Therapy.
Hello, I'm Angela, a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about listening to people's stories. My journey into counseling began with a childhood interest in behavioral health. With experience spanning across children, adolescents, adults, and couples, I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, life changes, grief, trauma, and disordered eating. Drawing from both professional training and personal life as a wife and mother, I provide empathetic and effective care.
I utilize a range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Existential Therapy.
Hello, I'm Angela, a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about listening to people's stories. My journey into counseling began with a childhood interest in behavioral health. With experience spanning across children, adolescents, adults, and couples, I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, life changes, grief, trauma, and disordered eating. Drawing from both professional training and personal life as a wife and mother, I provide empathetic and effective care.
I approach therapy with a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Everyone needs assistance and guidance from time to time. I have spent the majority of my career in mental health working with the homeless population, youth, teens and individuals with severe mental health concerns. I have helped individuals to navigate a variety of issues. I am comfortable working with individuals who are on the Autism Spectrum, the LGBTQ+ population, navigating trauma related issues, anxiety, depression, and management of interpersonal relationships. I believe people should be allowed to grow and progress from whatever type of issues they are struggling with while being treating with compassion, respect and care.
I approach therapy with a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Everyone needs assistance and guidance from time to time. I have spent the majority of my career in mental health working with the homeless population, youth, teens and individuals with severe mental health concerns. I have helped individuals to navigate a variety of issues. I am comfortable working with individuals who are on the Autism Spectrum, the LGBTQ+ population, navigating trauma related issues, anxiety, depression, and management of interpersonal relationships. I believe people should be allowed to grow and progress from whatever type of issues they are struggling with while being treating with compassion, respect and care.
I focus on using Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Person Centered Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Do you ever feel misunderstood, alone, or overwhelmed by your daily responsibilities? Therapy can be a great way to learn to build coping skills for your anxiety, depression, or any other mental health challenges you may be facing. Therapy can also help you set goals, work on boundary setting, communication skills, and processing past events that have left lasting marks in current relationships. It's important that I provide a safe space for my clients to express their feelings, needs, and wants to an unbiased person (me, the counselor) and that I can offer feedback that challenges them to grow and heal!
I focus on using Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Person Centered Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Do you ever feel misunderstood, alone, or overwhelmed by your daily responsibilities? Therapy can be a great way to learn to build coping skills for your anxiety, depression, or any other mental health challenges you may be facing. Therapy can also help you set goals, work on boundary setting, communication skills, and processing past events that have left lasting marks in current relationships. It's important that I provide a safe space for my clients to express their feelings, needs, and wants to an unbiased person (me, the counselor) and that I can offer feedback that challenges them to grow and heal!
Jennifer Joelle Jacobs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75240 (Online Only)
I provide an environment for expression of thoughts and emotions, discuss behavior patterns, and problem solve while using Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and Person-Centered Therapy.
Life is very challenging and sometimes it feels like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. Perhaps you are stressed, feeling down, or dealing with unforeseen circumstances. I am here to help guide you to self-discovery and find the answers or solutions with support. My counseling style is laid back and eclectic. I have counseled adults and teens in the areas of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and family issues. I have experience providing individual, group, family and couples therapy in the areas of victimization, trauma, coping skills, forgiveness, self-esteem, conflict resolution, and family reunification.
I provide an environment for expression of thoughts and emotions, discuss behavior patterns, and problem solve while using Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and Person-Centered Therapy.
Life is very challenging and sometimes it feels like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. Perhaps you are stressed, feeling down, or dealing with unforeseen circumstances. I am here to help guide you to self-discovery and find the answers or solutions with support. My counseling style is laid back and eclectic. I have counseled adults and teens in the areas of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and family issues. I have experience providing individual, group, family and couples therapy in the areas of victimization, trauma, coping skills, forgiveness, self-esteem, conflict resolution, and family reunification.
Jessica Hudson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231
We utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT skills, EMDR, teach mindfulness, and self-compassion.
Perhaps you have been thinking about making a change for a while and you finally feel ready, or maybe you are tired of feeling sad, overwhelmed, worried, or stuck. Traumatic memories may be replaying on a loop, or a tough life decision looming. The reasons are endless and highly individualized, which is why you need a therapist who will meet you where you’re at with a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental approach. Welcome to Hudson Counseling. We aim to create a safe space for you to work through your thoughts & feelings, seek answers, process traumatic memories, and learn new skills to help manage uncomfortable emotions.
We utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT skills, EMDR, teach mindfulness, and self-compassion.
Perhaps you have been thinking about making a change for a while and you finally feel ready, or maybe you are tired of feeling sad, overwhelmed, worried, or stuck. Traumatic memories may be replaying on a loop, or a tough life decision looming. The reasons are endless and highly individualized, which is why you need a therapist who will meet you where you’re at with a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental approach. Welcome to Hudson Counseling. We aim to create a safe space for you to work through your thoughts & feelings, seek answers, process traumatic memories, and learn new skills to help manage uncomfortable emotions.
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I also find CBT and DBT to be specifically helpful with clients.
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life.
I also find CBT and DBT to be specifically helpful with clients.
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life.
Jim Flip San Filippo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206 (Online Only)
MBCT, MBSR, DBT, NLP, IMAGO, Buddhist Psychology, Biblical Counsel.
It’s all about the mind. The mind is everything. The fantastic news is we can train our minds to go where WE want to go, mentally, emotionally and relationally, rather than allowing our brain to take us where IT wants to go. You can become your best friend, be less self critical, more self aware, having healthy communication with yourself and others. Western and Eastern psychologies, philosophies and other worldviews are explored with you through psychotherapy and mental health counseling. I also offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, a type of Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy through Journey Clinical.
MBCT, MBSR, DBT, NLP, IMAGO, Buddhist Psychology, Biblical Counsel.
It’s all about the mind. The mind is everything. The fantastic news is we can train our minds to go where WE want to go, mentally, emotionally and relationally, rather than allowing our brain to take us where IT wants to go. You can become your best friend, be less self critical, more self aware, having healthy communication with yourself and others. Western and Eastern psychologies, philosophies and other worldviews are explored with you through psychotherapy and mental health counseling. I also offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, a type of Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy through Journey Clinical.
Stephanie Degrate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75244 (Online Only)
She also employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy among others depending on the individual needs of each patient.
Stephanie values inclusion, diversity, social justice, and positive change & these values drive her to support the most vulnerable populations. Stephanie enjoys working with children, adolescents and adults and she specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, and more.
She also employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy among others depending on the individual needs of each patient.
Stephanie values inclusion, diversity, social justice, and positive change & these values drive her to support the most vulnerable populations. Stephanie enjoys working with children, adolescents and adults and she specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, and more.
He uses a DBT informed approach to teach his clients how to regulate emotion, improve interpersonal skills, and increase resilience, often focusing on increasing mindfulness utilizing meditation and breathing exercises.
As a counselor, Matt has worked with adolescents, adults, and couples in various inpatient and outpatient settings. He has also worked with a variety of students, both traditional and nontraditional, at South Plains College and with incarcerated juveniles and various clients at other sites, experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, mood disorders, substance abuse, psychosis, and crisis.
He uses a DBT informed approach to teach his clients how to regulate emotion, improve interpersonal skills, and increase resilience, often focusing on increasing mindfulness utilizing meditation and breathing exercises.
As a counselor, Matt has worked with adolescents, adults, and couples in various inpatient and outpatient settings. He has also worked with a variety of students, both traditional and nontraditional, at South Plains College and with incarcerated juveniles and various clients at other sites, experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, mood disorders, substance abuse, psychosis, and crisis.
Urban Counseling Clique
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC-S, CHT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75243 (Online Only)
Thank you for taking the first step in your mental health journey. At Urban Counseling Clique our staff are trained in various modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavioral therapy. Hypnotherapy, Trauma-informed therapy, Guided Meditation, Holistic Health and Medicine, and Solution-focused therapy. We can also provide life coaching and business consultations. We meet the individual where you are and offer a non-judgmental ear to listen and provide you with the tools to help you mentally, physically, and spiritually. We cater to your overall wellness and get to the root of the problem.
Thank you for taking the first step in your mental health journey. At Urban Counseling Clique our staff are trained in various modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavioral therapy. Hypnotherapy, Trauma-informed therapy, Guided Meditation, Holistic Health and Medicine, and Solution-focused therapy. We can also provide life coaching and business consultations. We meet the individual where you are and offer a non-judgmental ear to listen and provide you with the tools to help you mentally, physically, and spiritually. We cater to your overall wellness and get to the root of the problem.
Julia (Bell) Diaz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75248
I'm trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) group + individual work, YouScience vocational assessment + counseling, identity work through story therapy, and traditional talk therapy.
Knowing that most people have few (if any) spaces to meaningfully sort through life’s hurdles and hangups, wouldn't it be nice to have a collaborative environment to identify and start to tackle the struggles that keep you from living in the freedom you want? Stepping into the role of mirror-holder, I know the most impactful insights come from you, yourself - you are, after all, the expert on your own thoughts and experiences. With guidance and increased skillfulness, you can start to see and believe in your ability to navigate your spaces (and perhaps some new ones!) with increased ease and less distress.
I'm trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) group + individual work, YouScience vocational assessment + counseling, identity work through story therapy, and traditional talk therapy.
Knowing that most people have few (if any) spaces to meaningfully sort through life’s hurdles and hangups, wouldn't it be nice to have a collaborative environment to identify and start to tackle the struggles that keep you from living in the freedom you want? Stepping into the role of mirror-holder, I know the most impactful insights come from you, yourself - you are, after all, the expert on your own thoughts and experiences. With guidance and increased skillfulness, you can start to see and believe in your ability to navigate your spaces (and perhaps some new ones!) with increased ease and less distress.
Christa Soileau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CGRS, CCTP, CDBT
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75231 (Online Only)
Everyone needs help at some point in their life. Engaging in therapy is a healthy choice. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides trauma-informed therapy to women. I utilize Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral skill sets, which I believe are necessary for some and helpful to all. I help clients build awareness of their feelings, thoughts and behaviors. I also help clients identify their values and strengths, leading a more authentic and purposeful life.
Everyone needs help at some point in their life. Engaging in therapy is a healthy choice. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides trauma-informed therapy to women. I utilize Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral skill sets, which I believe are necessary for some and helpful to all. I help clients build awareness of their feelings, thoughts and behaviors. I also help clients identify their values and strengths, leading a more authentic and purposeful life.
I use multiple trauma focused therapies including Eye-Movement Desensitization, and Reprocessing, Thought Field Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Telehealth sessions available in all of Texas and in Washington and In-office sessions in Dallas, TX. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in counseling children, adolescents, and adult who have been victims of crime. I also assist with divorce issues, issues related to parental use of drugs and alcohol, and I offer parental guidance. With adults and adolescents, I also offer counseling on addiction, depression, anxiety, divorce, and mental health. I work with military and thier families and work with first responders.
I use multiple trauma focused therapies including Eye-Movement Desensitization, and Reprocessing, Thought Field Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Telehealth sessions available in all of Texas and in Washington and In-office sessions in Dallas, TX. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in counseling children, adolescents, and adult who have been victims of crime. I also assist with divorce issues, issues related to parental use of drugs and alcohol, and I offer parental guidance. With adults and adolescents, I also offer counseling on addiction, depression, anxiety, divorce, and mental health. I work with military and thier families and work with first responders.
Christelle Garza
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231 (Online Only)
I have years of experience treating children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of concerns using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
My goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive therapy environment that allows a safe space to my clients to experience their emotions, share their struggles and challenges and grow and develop new skills that will help improve their life. If you are depressed, feeling anxious, have chronic stress, experiencing loss and grief, I can work with you in identifying your therapy needs. I believe that therapy should be individualized and tailored to each person.
I have years of experience treating children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of concerns using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
My goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive therapy environment that allows a safe space to my clients to experience their emotions, share their struggles and challenges and grow and develop new skills that will help improve their life. If you are depressed, feeling anxious, have chronic stress, experiencing loss and grief, I can work with you in identifying your therapy needs. I believe that therapy should be individualized and tailored to each person.
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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.