Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Clark County, IL

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Anna Asplund
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
While I am comfortable using a variety of therapeutic modalities, I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed practices, and child-centered play therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, received in 2018. I have worked in social services since 2014 in a variety of settings, including residential treatment, community mental health, and private practice. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults as they cope with a variety of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, trauma, grief, and religious transitions.
While I am comfortable using a variety of therapeutic modalities, I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed practices, and child-centered play therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, received in 2018. I have worked in social services since 2014 in a variety of settings, including residential treatment, community mental health, and private practice. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults as they cope with a variety of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, trauma, grief, and religious transitions.
(217) 439-3983 View (217) 439-3983
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Lauren Benton
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Savoy, IL 61874
Waitlist for new clients
My therapy approach depends on your needs, but I primarily work prioritizing empathy and empowerment while teaching tangible DBT skills to improve communication/relationships, manage emotions and be more mindful.
Let’s be honest - life can get pretty messy. It’s full of things like change (ugh!), other humans and events out of our control. Maybe you're having a hard time, and you don't even know "why". Maybe your relationships are stressful. Maybe society’s “-isms” (racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, etc.) are affecting your well-being. In therapy you get to decide what is important! I get the honor of walking with you as we figure out how to help you cope, manage, grow or heal. As a queer person, I am especially passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ folx. I provide a safe & affirming space to explore all facets of yourself/your life.
My therapy approach depends on your needs, but I primarily work prioritizing empathy and empowerment while teaching tangible DBT skills to improve communication/relationships, manage emotions and be more mindful.
Let’s be honest - life can get pretty messy. It’s full of things like change (ugh!), other humans and events out of our control. Maybe you're having a hard time, and you don't even know "why". Maybe your relationships are stressful. Maybe society’s “-isms” (racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, etc.) are affecting your well-being. In therapy you get to decide what is important! I get the honor of walking with you as we figure out how to help you cope, manage, grow or heal. As a queer person, I am especially passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ folx. I provide a safe & affirming space to explore all facets of yourself/your life.
(217) 634-6652 View (217) 634-6652
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Kristen C Hammel
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC , NCC
Verified Verified
Savoy, IL 61874
I am adept at utilizing EMDR, CBT, Sandtray, and DBT.
Now accepting new clients. I am dedicated to Willow Counseling’s core belief that healing is possible through connection. Willow Counseling provides a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship where you can experience connection, grounding, and growth. I am grateful for the opportunity to be able to work with people and provide them with the ability to develop connected relationships.
I am adept at utilizing EMDR, CBT, Sandtray, and DBT.
Now accepting new clients. I am dedicated to Willow Counseling’s core belief that healing is possible through connection. Willow Counseling provides a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship where you can experience connection, grounding, and growth. I am grateful for the opportunity to be able to work with people and provide them with the ability to develop connected relationships.
(217) 286-6266 View (217) 286-6266
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Kacie Joyner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
I draw strategies and techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Grief Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Practices, Motivational Interviewing, and Client/Person-Centered Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois. I have worked in many settings including out-patient therapy, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, and community mental health. During this time I have had experience working with youth, adolescents, adults, and families of diverse backgrounds. I enjoy assisting clients with a wide variety of mental health issues, including: depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD, substance abuse, grief, stress, trauma, personality disorders, psychosis, and mood disorders.
I draw strategies and techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Grief Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Practices, Motivational Interviewing, and Client/Person-Centered Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois. I have worked in many settings including out-patient therapy, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, and community mental health. During this time I have had experience working with youth, adolescents, adults, and families of diverse backgrounds. I enjoy assisting clients with a wide variety of mental health issues, including: depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD, substance abuse, grief, stress, trauma, personality disorders, psychosis, and mood disorders.
(217) 559-9379 View (217) 559-9379
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Kai Schamer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
While every person’s needs are different and require an individual approach, I tend to use techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT & DBT.
I received my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois after completing my clinical internship here at Keri Powell Therapy. I strive to create a warm, open environment where clients can take the time to explore their feelings and circumstances in a way that is comfortable for them. I love working with clients to figure out the root causes of their problems and work together to find ways to resolve them. I enjoy working with teens and adults and am comfortable working with most mental health concerns.
While every person’s needs are different and require an individual approach, I tend to use techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT & DBT.
I received my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois after completing my clinical internship here at Keri Powell Therapy. I strive to create a warm, open environment where clients can take the time to explore their feelings and circumstances in a way that is comfortable for them. I love working with clients to figure out the root causes of their problems and work together to find ways to resolve them. I enjoy working with teens and adults and am comfortable working with most mental health concerns.
(217) 615-5138 View (217) 615-5138
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Jillian Schlomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savoy, IL 61874
My therapeutic toolbox includes evidence-based modalities like CBT and DBT, but above all, it’s about fostering a relationship built on trust and collaboration.
My passion lies in building meaningful connections with clients, helping them through life’s challenges with compassion and understanding. I’m here to support you through the highs and lows, whether that is addressing trauma, managing everyday stressors, or celebrating the positives. I’m particularly dedicated to creating a nurturing environment for my clients, where they can feel respected, validated, and empowered to be their authentic selves. I have experience working with a variety of ages, and I am especially passionate about working with teenagers and young adults as they navigate life transitions.
My therapeutic toolbox includes evidence-based modalities like CBT and DBT, but above all, it’s about fostering a relationship built on trust and collaboration.
My passion lies in building meaningful connections with clients, helping them through life’s challenges with compassion and understanding. I’m here to support you through the highs and lows, whether that is addressing trauma, managing everyday stressors, or celebrating the positives. I’m particularly dedicated to creating a nurturing environment for my clients, where they can feel respected, validated, and empowered to be their authentic selves. I have experience working with a variety of ages, and I am especially passionate about working with teenagers and young adults as they navigate life transitions.
(217) 778-5220 View (217) 778-5220
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Teresa Eubanks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
I take a person-centered approach to therapy and draw from several treatment methods including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic theory, etc. I use my experience and knowledge to help clients build resilience and develop strong coping skills within a healthy mindset.
I take a person-centered approach to therapy and draw from several treatment methods including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic theory, etc. I use my experience and knowledge to help clients build resilience and develop strong coping skills within a healthy mindset.
(309) 245-0983 View (309) 245-0983
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Rachel Schoener
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820  (Online Only)
I individualize treatment to meet the client’s needs, but draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therap.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois. I have worked with a wide range of mental health disorders while working in residential treatment and at an inpatient psychiatric hospital. I also have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who are coping with crisis, domestic violence, refugee resettlement, and trauma.
I individualize treatment to meet the client’s needs, but draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therap.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois. I have worked with a wide range of mental health disorders while working in residential treatment and at an inpatient psychiatric hospital. I also have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who are coping with crisis, domestic violence, refugee resettlement, and trauma.
(217) 262-9217 View (217) 262-9217
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Jeana Roth
Counselor, MA, LPC-MO, LCPC-IL, NCC
Verified Verified
Urbana, IL 61802
I use an eclectic blend of DBT and trauma-focused therapies to help validate and process your experience.
Have you been hurt by a past church or religious experience? Has it knocked you off balance and led you to doubt your relationships with other people, with God, or even within yourself? If so, you are not alone. Most of us at some point have walked through various degrees of Spiritual Abuse ranging from mild, disorienting misuse of power to full-blown cult experiences. These toxic systems and Spiritual Abuse don't have to have the last word. There is hope for healing, integration, and attachment repair.
I use an eclectic blend of DBT and trauma-focused therapies to help validate and process your experience.
Have you been hurt by a past church or religious experience? Has it knocked you off balance and led you to doubt your relationships with other people, with God, or even within yourself? If so, you are not alone. Most of us at some point have walked through various degrees of Spiritual Abuse ranging from mild, disorienting misuse of power to full-blown cult experiences. These toxic systems and Spiritual Abuse don't have to have the last word. There is hope for healing, integration, and attachment repair.
(217) 574-5493 View (217) 574-5493
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Daniaja Davis-Chambers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Urbana, IL 61802  (Online Only)
Through use of modalities such as CBT, DBT and Christian counseling, I work to provide my clients with the toolbox they need to fully heal and grow.
Since becoming a therapist, I have been pursuing my passion of providing high quality therapeutic care to those who have experienced chronic, complex trauma and are now wanting to break the cycle and heal. I am a firm believer that trauma impacts our whole beings. And left untreated, trauma takes an emotional and physical toll that wreaks havoc on our mind, bodies, and spirits. I take pride in working with my clients to build a collaboration and empowering my clients to be the expert in their own lives and be the drivers in their own treatment process. I also offer clinical supervision to those working towards licensure.
Through use of modalities such as CBT, DBT and Christian counseling, I work to provide my clients with the toolbox they need to fully heal and grow.
Since becoming a therapist, I have been pursuing my passion of providing high quality therapeutic care to those who have experienced chronic, complex trauma and are now wanting to break the cycle and heal. I am a firm believer that trauma impacts our whole beings. And left untreated, trauma takes an emotional and physical toll that wreaks havoc on our mind, bodies, and spirits. I take pride in working with my clients to build a collaboration and empowering my clients to be the expert in their own lives and be the drivers in their own treatment process. I also offer clinical supervision to those working towards licensure.
(217) 436-6354 View (217) 436-6354
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Scott Michael Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), along with eclectic approaches, for evaluation & treatment of depression, anxiety, severe mental illness, & personality disorders.
Hello! My name is Scott Murray, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in private practice as a psychotherapist. I am a graduate of Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL, where I received my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work and soon after attained my Illinois clinical social work licensure. I have 20+ years experience working in outpatient clinics, in-patient psychiatric treatment facilities, academic institutions, and forensic facilities where I provided assessment and therapy to individuals, groups, couples, and families.
I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), along with eclectic approaches, for evaluation & treatment of depression, anxiety, severe mental illness, & personality disorders.
Hello! My name is Scott Murray, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in private practice as a psychotherapist. I am a graduate of Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL, where I received my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work and soon after attained my Illinois clinical social work licensure. I have 20+ years experience working in outpatient clinics, in-patient psychiatric treatment facilities, academic institutions, and forensic facilities where I provided assessment and therapy to individuals, groups, couples, and families.
(618) 492-4841 View (618) 492-4841
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Briena Wyckstandt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tuscola, IL 61953
Hi! My name is Briena Wyckstandt and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 6 years of experience. I offer many therapy approaches with specific training in EMDR, DBT, and TF-CBT. I have experience working with all age ranges but most specifically teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hi! My name is Briena Wyckstandt and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 6 years of experience. I offer many therapy approaches with specific training in EMDR, DBT, and TF-CBT. I have experience working with all age ranges but most specifically teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma.
(312) 900-8542 View (312) 900-8542
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Kelly Fein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820  (Online Only)
I use a cognitive-behavioral approach in addition to guided imagery, psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
I have over 12 years of experience in the field. Areas I like to address include, past trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, relationships, eating disorders, personality disorders, self-esteem, bullying, social awareness, and parenting support among other issues. I have extensive training in therapeutic approaches with children and adolescents including art therapy and play-based approaches, however I enjoy working with all age groups.
I use a cognitive-behavioral approach in addition to guided imagery, psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
I have over 12 years of experience in the field. Areas I like to address include, past trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, relationships, eating disorders, personality disorders, self-esteem, bullying, social awareness, and parenting support among other issues. I have extensive training in therapeutic approaches with children and adolescents including art therapy and play-based approaches, however I enjoy working with all age groups.
(217) 742-6841 View (217) 742-6841
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Trisha Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
I am also a Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Professional.
If you are looking at my profile, it is likely that you have some type of life struggle that I would be happy to help you address. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois, with 10+ years of experience. I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration from Western Illinois University (2007), and my Masters of Social Work from the University of Illinois (2009). I have worked in a residential setting with at-risk youth, an inpatient psychiatric hospital with adults and children, and in an outpatient therapy setting with clients of all ages.
I am also a Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Professional.
If you are looking at my profile, it is likely that you have some type of life struggle that I would be happy to help you address. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois, with 10+ years of experience. I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration from Western Illinois University (2007), and my Masters of Social Work from the University of Illinois (2009). I have worked in a residential setting with at-risk youth, an inpatient psychiatric hospital with adults and children, and in an outpatient therapy setting with clients of all ages.
(217) 262-1432 View (217) 262-1432
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Brandon Aguiar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820  (Online Only)
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy techniques among other interventions.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. While I work with a variety of ages, my passion is in supporting older teens and young adults through these impactful years.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy techniques among other interventions.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. While I work with a variety of ages, my passion is in supporting older teens and young adults through these impactful years.
(217) 394-5291 View (217) 394-5291
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Ray Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820  (Online Only)
I draw from strategies and techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution- Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Practices and Motivational Interviewing.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I’ve been working in the mental health field in various capacities since 2016 with adolescents, adults and families. I have experience in working with a wide variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, addictions, stress, trauma, grief, bipolar disorders, and adjustments.
I draw from strategies and techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution- Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Practices and Motivational Interviewing.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I’ve been working in the mental health field in various capacities since 2016 with adolescents, adults and families. I have experience in working with a wide variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, addictions, stress, trauma, grief, bipolar disorders, and adjustments.
(217) 216-1038 View (217) 216-1038
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Cheron Allen
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820  (Online Only)
At my core, I am an artist and believe in creating the sacred space necessary for intentional healing. My approach is strength-based and person-centered. I draw from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Systems Theory and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address individual and relational needs.
At my core, I am an artist and believe in creating the sacred space necessary for intentional healing. My approach is strength-based and person-centered. I draw from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Systems Theory and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address individual and relational needs.
(773) 207-5400 View (773) 207-5400
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Dave Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charleston, IL 61920  (Online Only)
Besides EMDR, DBT and CBT I use many adages and seed-planting questions in therapy, such as: "Just remember - EVERYONE is somebody else's weirdo", and "If nothing changes, how much more can you take before you've had enough?" In my experience the realizations my clients come to on their own carry far more weight than anything I could ever tell them.
I am an independent contractor working with Neuro Harmony, LLC. I most enjoy working with folks struggling with trauma, ADD, BPD, NDE's, and who consider themselves "quirky" or "misfits." Often they are simply seeking validation - reassurance that they are not actually "crazy" - and have the curiosity, sense of humor and resilience needed to undertake existential adventures. Like most of us, what they are basically seeking is contentment and peace of mind.
Besides EMDR, DBT and CBT I use many adages and seed-planting questions in therapy, such as: "Just remember - EVERYONE is somebody else's weirdo", and "If nothing changes, how much more can you take before you've had enough?" In my experience the realizations my clients come to on their own carry far more weight than anything I could ever tell them.
I am an independent contractor working with Neuro Harmony, LLC. I most enjoy working with folks struggling with trauma, ADD, BPD, NDE's, and who consider themselves "quirky" or "misfits." Often they are simply seeking validation - reassurance that they are not actually "crazy" - and have the curiosity, sense of humor and resilience needed to undertake existential adventures. Like most of us, what they are basically seeking is contentment and peace of mind.
(217) 634-6690 View (217) 634-6690
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W. Keith Jihan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, PCGC
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701  (Online Only)
I utilize a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and trauma-informed approaches to help clients navigate their unique challenges.
Are you feeling stuck, tired of repeating the same patterns, or need help adjusting to changes in your life? Regardless of what bring us to therapy we are seeking to reduce our own suffering or the suffering of those we love. We can all learn to face difficult situations and our own emotions skillfully. I am a dedicated mental health professional with experience working with individuals of all ages. I have a decade of experience in a variety of settings, including community mental health, crisis intervention, addiction treatment, and hospital environments.
I utilize a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and trauma-informed approaches to help clients navigate their unique challenges.
Are you feeling stuck, tired of repeating the same patterns, or need help adjusting to changes in your life? Regardless of what bring us to therapy we are seeking to reduce our own suffering or the suffering of those we love. We can all learn to face difficult situations and our own emotions skillfully. I am a dedicated mental health professional with experience working with individuals of all ages. I have a decade of experience in a variety of settings, including community mental health, crisis intervention, addiction treatment, and hospital environments.
(309) 228-2833 View (309) 228-2833
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Rachel Bunyard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820
She also uses other modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Rachel Bunyard is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LPC) and specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma and want to improve their coping skills and overall mental health. Emotional and psychological trauma can make you feel helpless and Rachel is here to help you find hope and heal from your trauma. She has worked with clients with a wide range of life challenges such as sexual assault, sexual violence, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-harm, personality disorders, Executive Functioning Disorders, and others,
She also uses other modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Rachel Bunyard is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LPC) and specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma and want to improve their coping skills and overall mental health. Emotional and psychological trauma can make you feel helpless and Rachel is here to help you find hope and heal from your trauma. She has worked with clients with a wide range of life challenges such as sexual assault, sexual violence, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-harm, personality disorders, Executive Functioning Disorders, and others,
(833) 975-1341 View (833) 975-1341

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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.