Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Montgomery, MN

Ever feel like your emotions are running the show? Maybe you struggle with intense anger, overwhelming sadness, or crippling anxiety. Perhaps past experiences from your childhood are influencing how you show up in your relationships with friends, family, and partners. You've been in therapy before, and while it sometimes feels helpful to talk to someone, you still feel like life is a constant battle. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone! Many people experience emotional dysregulation and don't find the relief they are looking for in traditional therapy alone. The good news is, there IS hope, and there are more options!

Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly. Personal growth and healing are attainable in any stage of life. I enjoy empowering clients by helping them embrace change, create healthier relationships and eventually self-manage their struggles for greater contentment with life. My professional passions include supporting young adults to better understand their thoughts, feelings and behaviors, to challenge old definitions of themselves, break unhealthy cycles and pursue a sense of fulfillment.

Many of our clients are challenged with feelings of depression, anxiety, anger and/or hopelessness. They might be experiencing relational problems, having trouble managing emotions, facing major decisions, and/or simply having trouble coping with everyday life. We offer freedom and encouragement to explore possibilities for change in a nonjudgmental environment. We can help you sort out your thoughts and feelings related to your biggest stressors and empower you to take action in addressing the issues you desire to work on.

I believe the process of therapy is about the therapist and client joining together in a collaborative effort to work toward goals. Every person has strengths and values that are essential to living their best possible life. Sometimes obstacles get in the way of living those values and recognizing our strengths, including family, trauma, health concerns, and mental health difficulties. Through a systemic and trauma-informed lens, we will create individualized goals and approaches that best meet your needs.

I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, as well as families. I strive to create a therapeutic space that is open, affirming, and without judgement. Together we will work as a team to explore areas for reflection, healing, and growth. I work with individuals to assist in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, self-image, relationships, life transitions, and stress. I utilize the tools of trauma-informed care, self-compassion, Dialectical Informed Behavioral Therapy, and ART to assist clients with these challenges. Additional approaches are integrated into sessions to best meet each client’s individual needs.

Are you looking for an authentic connection that is rooted in stability, consistency, dependability, and kindness? Do you need someone more than a friend, but not as intimate as a partner? If you are seeking a confidant; someone who trusts you and whom you can trust with your most deeply held thoughts and feelings, and you have been on a long quest, perhaps, searching for a good fit, but no one seems to fill the role quite right, or truly meet your needs - total perfection, frankly, does not exist, but a compassionate , complementary, endearing connection does - and is found right here.

Whether you're new to therapy or have seen several therapists, diving into it can be a bit much. But therapy's this awesome chance to grow, heal, and change things up for the better. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can openly share and explore any challenges you're facing in life. My areas of expertise include various psychological challenges, including Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Life Transitions.

Therapy is a place to work through our own “stuff”, ranging from life transitions to more severe mental health struggles. Everyone benefits from having a safe space to process. As a therapist, I will walk side-by-side with you during sessions. I use a person centered approach, allowing space for empathy, as well as challenging when appropriate. I am also a direct therapist and take on an active role in therapy to help support change. I appreciate using humor when appropriate in appointments, since laughter is needed at times! My specialities within the therapy setting include depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.

I believe that growth and change are always possible, and I am here to help guide clients in their unique journey. Whether you are struggling with issues related to trauma, addiction, feelings of sadness, self-doubt, shame, guilt, or any other life/situational stress, recovery is ALWAYS possible and there is ALWAYS hope. I use science based treatments and assessments tailored to your individual needs so you can heal and learn to reclaim your life in a safe, non-judgmental, supportive therapy environment.

Great to meet you! I'm Stephanie Okash, psychotherapist, providing therapy to children, teens, and adults. I know the leap of faith that can be involved in reaching out to a therapist. I am honored each and every time someone chooses to work with me. My background includes helping clients with wide range of clinical concerns including mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, panic, trauma, ADHD, maladaptive coping skills, and relational problems.

Whether it's related to sexuality and gender, challenging relationships, trauma, codependency or a major life transition, my intention is to help you find the compassion, bravery and motivation to show up for yourself, in the ways you feel are best. As a queer, non-binary, survivor; I bring the knowledge and empathy of my lived experience to the therapeutic relationship.

Now Accepting New Clients! My area of expertise is centered around working with individuals with a history of mental health disorders such as Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, OCD, personality disorders, PTSD, childhood disorders, SPMI, poverty, LGBTQ+, life changing events such as Grief and Dying. In addition, I have ample experience working with clients dealing with self-harm behaviors, suicidal ideations, chronic stress, and low self-esteem. Clients who see me aim to develop coping and adaptive skills to manage life difficulties, resolve conflicts, heal traumatic experiences, work through where they feel stuck, and engage in healing.

I am committed to providing strength-focused, client-centered therapy to individuals who are looking for strategies or ways to work with the challenges they have been carrying. My mission is to meet each person, wherever they are in life, and to provide effective mental health intervention that builds on the strengths of the individual and the environment in which that person lives. I believe the most successful outcomes, often start with challenging beginnings. (Challenges are defined by negative influences, thoughts, behaviors, or actions- including MH concerns,

Brandon's experience across various settings and specialties, including working with serious mental health challenges and substance use disorders, offers a well rounded understanding of complex problems and co-occurring conditions. Brandon has experience working in various settings such as inpatient hospitalization, day treatment, intensive residential treatment services, and outpatient therapy.

I AM NOT THE SMILE AND NOD THERAPIST! If you are fed up with feeling miserable I can help you get the life you want. I love helping people achieve what they didn't think they could. My clients tell me I am tough but they know I care about them. I work best with people who are sick of being unhappy and willing to DO work to make some changes. I have a great BS detector, I will call you on your stuff and we will laugh (a lot)! I am passionate about therapy and assissting people in reaching their goals. I work best with people who are ready for change and want a more active approach to therapy.

Struggling with the aftermath of trauma or the challenges of ADHD? You're not alone. I specialize in helping individuals aged 15-65 understand themselves and their experiences, heal from the past, learn and utilize skills to transform their present. With nearly a decade of experience and advanced training in EMDR, TF-CBT, and DBT, I offer a collaborative, eclectic, and neurodiverse-friendly approach to healing. As a fellow individual with ADHD, I understand firsthand the unique challenges you face. Together, we can explore your strengths, develop coping strategies, and create a path towards resilience and empowerment.

Many people struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety or insomnia. Others have difficulty in relationships, are dissatisfied with work or face serious health challenges. And many others struggle to adapt to life changes, or simply feel discouraged or unhappy. I work collaboratively with my clients to target the issues most challenging to them and use evidence-based approaches to improve those problems. I believe that developing a strong relationship with my clients provides the essential base from which sustainable change can be achieved. I am PsyPact certified and can practice telepsychology in those states.