Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Durham, NC
Katie da Luz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
I use a variety of evidence-based approaches in my therapeutic process including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
I believe the relationship between you and your therapist is fundamental to the therapeutic process. I focus on concepts of trust and creating a safe environment so you feel free to process thoughts, develop healthy coping skills, and focus on reducing, managing and eliminating symptoms. I emphasize open and honest communication while maintaining a non-judgmental approach throughout treatment. I will create and support an individualized experience for you and center the therapeutic process on your personal goals.
I use a variety of evidence-based approaches in my therapeutic process including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
I believe the relationship between you and your therapist is fundamental to the therapeutic process. I focus on concepts of trust and creating a safe environment so you feel free to process thoughts, develop healthy coping skills, and focus on reducing, managing and eliminating symptoms. I emphasize open and honest communication while maintaining a non-judgmental approach throughout treatment. I will create and support an individualized experience for you and center the therapeutic process on your personal goals.
My therapeutic approaches include Acceptance and Commitment, Cognitive-Behavioral, Dialectical-Behavior therapy.
I enjoy working with adults 18+ on issues dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, existential concerns, and relationship concerns. As a Black female clinician, I enjoy working with people from the BIPOC community. It has always been a goal of mine to actively help eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health in communities of color. Making a difference in one life will model what it means to prioritize mental health and can hopefully be shared to the loved ones of these individuals.
My therapeutic approaches include Acceptance and Commitment, Cognitive-Behavioral, Dialectical-Behavior therapy.
I enjoy working with adults 18+ on issues dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, existential concerns, and relationship concerns. As a Black female clinician, I enjoy working with people from the BIPOC community. It has always been a goal of mine to actively help eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health in communities of color. Making a difference in one life will model what it means to prioritize mental health and can hopefully be shared to the loved ones of these individuals.
Shelly Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713 (Online Only)
Key interventions utilized include: CBT, SFBT, TFCBT, DBT & Christian Counseling.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with a heart for the lost and hurting. I specialize in helping Adolescents, Adults and their families navigate the challenges of Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, panic disorder, family stress, overwhelming academic pressures, low self-esteem, racial, sexuality, and gender issues (LGBTQ+). I help people of all ages take charge of their mental health symptoms and navigate the challenges of life. I help people find their way back to happy, guide them in healing their broken hearts, and above all honor who my clients are and the abilities they have, to live the lives they desire.
Key interventions utilized include: CBT, SFBT, TFCBT, DBT & Christian Counseling.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with a heart for the lost and hurting. I specialize in helping Adolescents, Adults and their families navigate the challenges of Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, panic disorder, family stress, overwhelming academic pressures, low self-esteem, racial, sexuality, and gender issues (LGBTQ+). I help people of all ages take charge of their mental health symptoms and navigate the challenges of life. I help people find their way back to happy, guide them in healing their broken hearts, and above all honor who my clients are and the abilities they have, to live the lives they desire.
I often use a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), and behavioral parent training.
Inevitably, we all face challenges in our lives. They come in many forms, ranging from an unexpected diagnosis, to a spirited child, to a significant loss. I believe that we are all stronger than we realize when faced with these situations. Sometimes we just need help seeing the strength in ourselves. I feel honored to help my clients walk through difficult periods in their lives and respect their unique journeys.
I often use a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), and behavioral parent training.
Inevitably, we all face challenges in our lives. They come in many forms, ranging from an unexpected diagnosis, to a spirited child, to a significant loss. I believe that we are all stronger than we realize when faced with these situations. Sometimes we just need help seeing the strength in ourselves. I feel honored to help my clients walk through difficult periods in their lives and respect their unique journeys.
I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Attachment and Polyvagal theories, somatic and mindfulness-based practices, and EMDR.
I believe you are the expert on whatever it is you’re going through. You know best what you need, even if it feels unclear right now. I will work with you at your pace, wherever you may be at this moment, to help you feel supported, empowered, and at peace as you move toward your goals. With a foundation of trust and mutual respect, we will create a plan for therapy that honors who you are, what you value, and where you want to be.
I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Attachment and Polyvagal theories, somatic and mindfulness-based practices, and EMDR.
I believe you are the expert on whatever it is you’re going through. You know best what you need, even if it feels unclear right now. I will work with you at your pace, wherever you may be at this moment, to help you feel supported, empowered, and at peace as you move toward your goals. With a foundation of trust and mutual respect, we will create a plan for therapy that honors who you are, what you value, and where you want to be.
Paul DeMello
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, CRC, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
The challenges of life can be overwhelming. Whether you are seeking support or want to better understand yourself, I am here to help. I am committed to helping you build the skills to cope with adversity, navigate the complexities of life, improve your emotional well-being, and work toward finding meaning and purpose. My work with individuals is grounded strongly in a patient-centered/dynamic approach that is informed by various cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT), including dialectical behavioral therapy ( DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
The challenges of life can be overwhelming. Whether you are seeking support or want to better understand yourself, I am here to help. I am committed to helping you build the skills to cope with adversity, navigate the complexities of life, improve your emotional well-being, and work toward finding meaning and purpose. My work with individuals is grounded strongly in a patient-centered/dynamic approach that is informed by various cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT), including dialectical behavioral therapy ( DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Jill D. Strickland
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27703
We integrate different approaches with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT), Gottman Institute, Family Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy( DBT), as well as other effective tools and techniques.
NEW Clients welcome - virtual/in-person. Life can be hard, extremely tough at times. Do you feel like life has become too overwhelming? We offer a welcoming and compassionate environment where you can feel safe to talk about any challenge that is getting in the way of improving the quality of your life. Together, we will discover how you can begin to enjoy life again! We have experience with families, couples, children, adolescents, and young adults transitioning to adulthood.
We integrate different approaches with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT), Gottman Institute, Family Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy( DBT), as well as other effective tools and techniques.
NEW Clients welcome - virtual/in-person. Life can be hard, extremely tough at times. Do you feel like life has become too overwhelming? We offer a welcoming and compassionate environment where you can feel safe to talk about any challenge that is getting in the way of improving the quality of your life. Together, we will discover how you can begin to enjoy life again! We have experience with families, couples, children, adolescents, and young adults transitioning to adulthood.
Caroline A. Hall
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27707
I incorporate a variety of modalities, including person-centered therapy, ACT, CBT, DBT, with mindful, feminist, and trauma-informed points of view.
How much do you think about the stories that impact our lives? If you’re here, you’re taking the brave first step in exploring and taking charge of your own story. Maybe you want your future chapters to be more fulfilling or in line with your values. Maybe you want to reexamine the chapters of your past through an alternative perspective or with more compassion and understanding. Welcome! You’re in the right place. In sessions, I strive to create a safe, warm, and open environment that prioritizes empathy, compassion, and authenticity. This forms a foundation for us to dive deeper and ask the truly important questions.
I incorporate a variety of modalities, including person-centered therapy, ACT, CBT, DBT, with mindful, feminist, and trauma-informed points of view.
How much do you think about the stories that impact our lives? If you’re here, you’re taking the brave first step in exploring and taking charge of your own story. Maybe you want your future chapters to be more fulfilling or in line with your values. Maybe you want to reexamine the chapters of your past through an alternative perspective or with more compassion and understanding. Welcome! You’re in the right place. In sessions, I strive to create a safe, warm, and open environment that prioritizes empathy, compassion, and authenticity. This forms a foundation for us to dive deeper and ask the truly important questions.
in Clinical Psychology from the University of Nevada, and joined Durham DBT after completing my clinical internship at Duke University Medical Center.
I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist, and I have expertise in the use of mindfulness-based treatments including Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and the treatment of trauma. I see a wide variety of clients in my practice, including individuals struggling with symptoms of borderline personality disorder (BPD), depression, and anxiety disorders. I also work with survivors of trauma, including physical and sexual abuse and assault. I believe that effective treatment begins with a collaborative relationship with my clients.
in Clinical Psychology from the University of Nevada, and joined Durham DBT after completing my clinical internship at Duke University Medical Center.
I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist, and I have expertise in the use of mindfulness-based treatments including Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and the treatment of trauma. I see a wide variety of clients in my practice, including individuals struggling with symptoms of borderline personality disorder (BPD), depression, and anxiety disorders. I also work with survivors of trauma, including physical and sexual abuse and assault. I believe that effective treatment begins with a collaborative relationship with my clients.
Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all experience, so I pull from several therapeutic approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I know firsthand how scary it can be trying to navigate tumultuous thoughts and feelings on your own, and then trying to trust someone else to help you make sense of them! My own experience in mental health is what inspired me to become a therapist that can offer clients assistance in times of distress as a partner that will walk alongside them to support them at their pace. I approach therapy from a holistic lens to explore and address all aspects of health that the client wants to bring into the session, including but not limited to the implications of physical health, spiritual health, social health, and intellectual health.
Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all experience, so I pull from several therapeutic approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I know firsthand how scary it can be trying to navigate tumultuous thoughts and feelings on your own, and then trying to trust someone else to help you make sense of them! My own experience in mental health is what inspired me to become a therapist that can offer clients assistance in times of distress as a partner that will walk alongside them to support them at their pace. I approach therapy from a holistic lens to explore and address all aspects of health that the client wants to bring into the session, including but not limited to the implications of physical health, spiritual health, social health, and intellectual health.
I incorporate cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and psychotherapy techniques to work with my clients through their struggles, offering them comfort and support to help them overcome the challenges they are facing.
My name is Jessie Smith, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina. I have experience working with adults, adults with SPMI, adolescents, and families seeking support to overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, codependency, and other challenges that arise in life. I earned a Bachelor's and Master of Social Work from The University of North Carolina at Pembroke.
I incorporate cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and psychotherapy techniques to work with my clients through their struggles, offering them comfort and support to help them overcome the challenges they are facing.
My name is Jessie Smith, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina. I have experience working with adults, adults with SPMI, adolescents, and families seeking support to overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, codependency, and other challenges that arise in life. I earned a Bachelor's and Master of Social Work from The University of North Carolina at Pembroke.
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I am an intensively trained Dialectical Behavior Therapist and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner with additional training in attachment work.
Are you looking for faster results without weekly therapy sessions? Have you recently experienced a traumatic event or have a significant history of trauma? A concentrated therapy experience could be the key to healing.
I am an intensively trained Dialectical Behavior Therapist and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner with additional training in attachment work.
Are you looking for faster results without weekly therapy sessions? Have you recently experienced a traumatic event or have a significant history of trauma? A concentrated therapy experience could be the key to healing.
Therapy with me- I primarily use CBT, DBT and mindfulness models, while also drawing from other strategies in a holistic approach.
Currently accepting clients! Let’s get real- we all need help sometimes. At any age, trying to make sense of the world can feel overwhelming. Is Mercury in retrograde? Maybe. But it doesn’t change our ability to help ourselves. Together, let’s turn down the noise and regain control over what is really important to you. Therapy should be engaging. I work with clients to find ways to connect in a real way using games, music and art. Difficulty with communication? What about navigating all life's transitions? Together, we will create a safe space to navigate these challenging areas and to find the way to peace and purpose.
Therapy with me- I primarily use CBT, DBT and mindfulness models, while also drawing from other strategies in a holistic approach.
Currently accepting clients! Let’s get real- we all need help sometimes. At any age, trying to make sense of the world can feel overwhelming. Is Mercury in retrograde? Maybe. But it doesn’t change our ability to help ourselves. Together, let’s turn down the noise and regain control over what is really important to you. Therapy should be engaging. I work with clients to find ways to connect in a real way using games, music and art. Difficulty with communication? What about navigating all life's transitions? Together, we will create a safe space to navigate these challenging areas and to find the way to peace and purpose.
I am also a board-certified hypnotherapist with advanced training in CBT, CPT, EMDR, EFT, and DBT.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate, known as Dr. D. I work with individuals and couples who need an empowering and motivated therapist. With experience in sex therapy as well as treating military sot. With experience in sex therapy as well as treating military soldiers and veterans, men, and seniors, Darryl believes in empowering his clients and assisting them with finding their truth. Darryl attended Western Illinois University for undergraduate studies in Journalism, earned a Master’s degree in Social Work, and completed his Doctoral studies at Walden University with honors.
I am also a board-certified hypnotherapist with advanced training in CBT, CPT, EMDR, EFT, and DBT.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate, known as Dr. D. I work with individuals and couples who need an empowering and motivated therapist. With experience in sex therapy as well as treating military sot. With experience in sex therapy as well as treating military soldiers and veterans, men, and seniors, Darryl believes in empowering his clients and assisting them with finding their truth. Darryl attended Western Illinois University for undergraduate studies in Journalism, earned a Master’s degree in Social Work, and completed his Doctoral studies at Walden University with honors.
Seneca Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, QP, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27703
Waitlist for new clients
As a clinician, I embrace a person-centered, strengths-based perspective, and I borrow from many different modalities in aiming to understand and meet the individual needs of each person and of each family. These theories include cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, solution-focused, reality-based, mindfulness-based and family systems theories. Techniques that I utilize may include dialogue, psycho-education, relaxation, reframing of negative thoughts, positive decision-making, role-play, mindfulness, or writing/art exercises.
As a clinician, I embrace a person-centered, strengths-based perspective, and I borrow from many different modalities in aiming to understand and meet the individual needs of each person and of each family. These theories include cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, solution-focused, reality-based, mindfulness-based and family systems theories. Techniques that I utilize may include dialogue, psycho-education, relaxation, reframing of negative thoughts, positive decision-making, role-play, mindfulness, or writing/art exercises.
I have extensive training and experience using a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, but I prioritize the therapeutic relationship above all else.
Hi! I'm Brian and I'm a therapist based in Western North Carolina. I've dedicated the last decade of my life serving people in need of support to overcome a variety of issues. I care about the people I work with dearly, and this drives me to provide them with the best mental health services possible every time they show up (and sometimes when they don't).
I have extensive training and experience using a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, but I prioritize the therapeutic relationship above all else.
Hi! I'm Brian and I'm a therapist based in Western North Carolina. I've dedicated the last decade of my life serving people in need of support to overcome a variety of issues. I care about the people I work with dearly, and this drives me to provide them with the best mental health services possible every time they show up (and sometimes when they don't).
Megan uses a variety of modalities within her person-centered, trauma-informed approach, including CBT, DBT, and ACT.
With a focus on empathy and understanding, her approach is rooted in collaboration to ensure that you are at the center of your therapeutic work with her. Your unique strengths, values, and goals will guide your sessions as you navigate the complexities of your journey toward healing and self-discovery. In your sessions, you can expect a safe and non-judgmental space where your experiences are honored and validated. Through various modalities, you will explore the connections between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, empowering you to develop coping strategies and feel equipped to manage the various seasons of your life.
Megan uses a variety of modalities within her person-centered, trauma-informed approach, including CBT, DBT, and ACT.
With a focus on empathy and understanding, her approach is rooted in collaboration to ensure that you are at the center of your therapeutic work with her. Your unique strengths, values, and goals will guide your sessions as you navigate the complexities of your journey toward healing and self-discovery. In your sessions, you can expect a safe and non-judgmental space where your experiences are honored and validated. Through various modalities, you will explore the connections between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, empowering you to develop coping strategies and feel equipped to manage the various seasons of your life.
I utilize mindfulness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and somatic-based practices.
I’m passionate about working with adults (24+) that are navigating difficult life transitions, trauma, complex trauma, attachment wounds, relationship issues, identity development, low self-esteem, anxiety, family conflict, depression, and overwhelming stress. I work through a LGBTQIA+-affirming, trauma-informed, and social justice-oriented lens in order to cultivate a safe, collaborative space where folks can show up wholly and reconnect to their authentic, intuitive selves. I utilize a compassionate and curious approach to empower folks to uncover and utilize their own unique innate strengths and resiliency.
I utilize mindfulness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and somatic-based practices.
I’m passionate about working with adults (24+) that are navigating difficult life transitions, trauma, complex trauma, attachment wounds, relationship issues, identity development, low self-esteem, anxiety, family conflict, depression, and overwhelming stress. I work through a LGBTQIA+-affirming, trauma-informed, and social justice-oriented lens in order to cultivate a safe, collaborative space where folks can show up wholly and reconnect to their authentic, intuitive selves. I utilize a compassionate and curious approach to empower folks to uncover and utilize their own unique innate strengths and resiliency.
Essential Counseling and Therapeutic Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMHC, ASD-CS, CCATP, ADHD-CS
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
We offer adapted DBT skills and interventions, social confidence skill building, social groups, life skills training and social improvisation training.
The clinicians at Essential are committed to helping people overcome obstacles and move forward with their lives with clarity, vision and confidence. Because we recognize that traditional talk therapy is not for everyone, we offer a wide array of groups and therapies to increase practical therapeutic skill building and techniques learned in 1:1 sessions.
We offer adapted DBT skills and interventions, social confidence skill building, social groups, life skills training and social improvisation training.
The clinicians at Essential are committed to helping people overcome obstacles and move forward with their lives with clarity, vision and confidence. Because we recognize that traditional talk therapy is not for everyone, we offer a wide array of groups and therapies to increase practical therapeutic skill building and techniques learned in 1:1 sessions.
I practice an eclectic approach and utilize multiple modalities including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method.
My name is Savannah Corey (she/her) and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I utilize a person-centered approach to meet clients where they are, and believe we are the expert in our own lives. Therapy should be a place where you feel really safe to talk about anything, and I believe that the relationship between a therapist and client is a partnership where all people involved strive to reach the same goals. As a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, I help clients connect thoughts, feelings, or behaviors to "stuck points" in thoughts processes so that negative thoughts can be reframed.
I practice an eclectic approach and utilize multiple modalities including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method.
My name is Savannah Corey (she/her) and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I utilize a person-centered approach to meet clients where they are, and believe we are the expert in our own lives. Therapy should be a place where you feel really safe to talk about anything, and I believe that the relationship between a therapist and client is a partnership where all people involved strive to reach the same goals. As a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, I help clients connect thoughts, feelings, or behaviors to "stuck points" in thoughts processes so that negative thoughts can be reframed.
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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.