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Kelly Baldwin
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester, NH 03101  (Online Only)
I offer a personalized approach, drawing from modalities like DBT, CPT, Person-Centered, MBCT, SFBT, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative, CBT, Family Systems, Compassion Focused, and Emotionally Focused therapy.
Kelly Baldwin, LCMHC, your dedicated guide through life's challenges. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in empowering individuals, couples, and families to overcome obstacles and lead fulfilling lives. My ideal client seeks support for issues ranging from depression and anxiety to addiction and trauma. They crave understanding, guidance, and a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings. Together, we work towards their goal of achieving balance, clarity, and personal growth. They want to reclaim their happiness and well-being because they deserve to live a life filled with purpose and joy.
I offer a personalized approach, drawing from modalities like DBT, CPT, Person-Centered, MBCT, SFBT, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative, CBT, Family Systems, Compassion Focused, and Emotionally Focused therapy.
Kelly Baldwin, LCMHC, your dedicated guide through life's challenges. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in empowering individuals, couples, and families to overcome obstacles and lead fulfilling lives. My ideal client seeks support for issues ranging from depression and anxiety to addiction and trauma. They crave understanding, guidance, and a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings. Together, we work towards their goal of achieving balance, clarity, and personal growth. They want to reclaim their happiness and well-being because they deserve to live a life filled with purpose and joy.
(855) 725-4153 View (855) 725-4153
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Emily Lukanik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03101
I have experience and training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and trauma therapies.
Accepting New Clients. The decision to engage in therapy isn’t always easy. It takes strength and courage and is an effort to make a commitment to yourself towards healing. Our past, present, and future can have a significant effect on mood, behaviors, perceptions and relationships. Anxiety, depression and trauma can manifest in negative and uncomfortable physical symptoms along with feelings of loneliness, sadness, irritability, worthlessness and guilt. I provide a safe and caring environment for Clients to collaborate on restoring balance and rediscover strengths.
I have experience and training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and trauma therapies.
Accepting New Clients. The decision to engage in therapy isn’t always easy. It takes strength and courage and is an effort to make a commitment to yourself towards healing. Our past, present, and future can have a significant effect on mood, behaviors, perceptions and relationships. Anxiety, depression and trauma can manifest in negative and uncomfortable physical symptoms along with feelings of loneliness, sadness, irritability, worthlessness and guilt. I provide a safe and caring environment for Clients to collaborate on restoring balance and rediscover strengths.
(603) 505-8085 View (603) 505-8085
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Megan Drake Stillman
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801  (Online Only)
We will customize your treatment to you; pulling from CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and creative practices.
You only have one body & accepting it might seem impossible. Many people turn to food, exercise, perfectionism, & anxiety to cope. However, they find themselves caught in an unbreakable cycle of unhappiness. Speaking with a therapist helps you to identify your unhelpful patterns, honor your strengths, create a toolbox of strategies, & learn to talk to yourself with compassion. My specialty is in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety and body image. Eating disorders rarely exist in isolation. I am experienced in treating co-occurring symptoms including social challenges, family issues, depression, ADHD, & trauma.
We will customize your treatment to you; pulling from CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and creative practices.
You only have one body & accepting it might seem impossible. Many people turn to food, exercise, perfectionism, & anxiety to cope. However, they find themselves caught in an unbreakable cycle of unhappiness. Speaking with a therapist helps you to identify your unhelpful patterns, honor your strengths, create a toolbox of strategies, & learn to talk to yourself with compassion. My specialty is in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety and body image. Eating disorders rarely exist in isolation. I am experienced in treating co-occurring symptoms including social challenges, family issues, depression, ADHD, & trauma.
(978) 678-9135 View (978) 678-9135
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Wise Mind Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Somersworth, NH 03878
I was trained to teach DBT in the context of group and individual therapies by descendants of Marsha Linehan.
As human beings and humans-doing we have all faced stressors. Whatever challenge you're facing right now, the important thing is to show up and do the next right thing even if it does not feel easy or good, which is probably what you're doing for yourself by just showing up to my page. I value vulnerability, compassion, and transparency in others, and I strive to bring these skills into my work with individuals from all walks of life. I enjoy working with 18+ individuals of all identities and experiences.
I was trained to teach DBT in the context of group and individual therapies by descendants of Marsha Linehan.
As human beings and humans-doing we have all faced stressors. Whatever challenge you're facing right now, the important thing is to show up and do the next right thing even if it does not feel easy or good, which is probably what you're doing for yourself by just showing up to my page. I value vulnerability, compassion, and transparency in others, and I strive to bring these skills into my work with individuals from all walks of life. I enjoy working with 18+ individuals of all identities and experiences.
(978) 352-0604 View (978) 352-0604
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Jennifer E Yebba
Counselor, LCMHC, MLADC
Verified Verified
Bedford, NH 03110
This then allows the client to be open to a variety of modalities including EMDR, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative therapy that I incorporate into their sessions.
I am a licensed LCMHC and MLADC in the state of NH. I work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and/or struggling to get through past traumas. In addition, I specialize in working with individuals who have substance and alcohol addictions and/or are seeking to maintain long-term recovery. I use a person-centered approach to therapy to best serve the individual and help them achieve their greatest outcome.
This then allows the client to be open to a variety of modalities including EMDR, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative therapy that I incorporate into their sessions.
I am a licensed LCMHC and MLADC in the state of NH. I work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and/or struggling to get through past traumas. In addition, I specialize in working with individuals who have substance and alcohol addictions and/or are seeking to maintain long-term recovery. I use a person-centered approach to therapy to best serve the individual and help them achieve their greatest outcome.
(978) 308-2193 View (978) 308-2193
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Avanti Counseling & Consultation, LLC
Counselor, William, Keating, LCMHC, MLADC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hopkinton, NH 03229
These various services have mostly been evidence-based practices, specifically cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), dual disorder treatment, group therapy, and crisis intervention.
William is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Master Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (MLADC), earning his master’s degree from Antioch University New England. He believes in a collaborative and solution-focused approach when working with patients. William works towards providing a safe & professional environment for his patients. He is geared toward working collaboratively around building the therapeutic relationship and assisting you in accomplishing your goals. We have immediate openings for weekends and evenings!
These various services have mostly been evidence-based practices, specifically cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), dual disorder treatment, group therapy, and crisis intervention.
William is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Master Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (MLADC), earning his master’s degree from Antioch University New England. He believes in a collaborative and solution-focused approach when working with patients. William works towards providing a safe & professional environment for his patients. He is geared toward working collaboratively around building the therapeutic relationship and assisting you in accomplishing your goals. We have immediate openings for weekends and evenings!
(603) 825-4872 View (603) 825-4872
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Paris Awalt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Concord, NH 03301
Now accepting new clients. I believe in a wholistic approach to wellness, understanding that good mental health encompasses not only the mind, but also the body and the spirit. Together my clients and I identify personal goals and pinpoint best strategies related to their thoughts, feelings, and actions to create a better path for themselves and discover richer and more meaningful enjoyment in the journey of life. I use a client-centered and solution-focused approach when working with clients, combined with evidence-based practices such as CBT and DBT.
Now accepting new clients. I believe in a wholistic approach to wellness, understanding that good mental health encompasses not only the mind, but also the body and the spirit. Together my clients and I identify personal goals and pinpoint best strategies related to their thoughts, feelings, and actions to create a better path for themselves and discover richer and more meaningful enjoyment in the journey of life. I use a client-centered and solution-focused approach when working with clients, combined with evidence-based practices such as CBT and DBT.
(877) 559-3096 View (877) 559-3096
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Amanda Fortin
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
New London, NH 03257
Amanda utilizes CBT and DBT treatment approaches to empower clients to recognize the interconnected nature of their thoughts, emotions and behaviors and collaborates with clients to work towards their individual goals and needs. Amanda does work with a variety of clients but has a special interest in working with those impacted by trauma, traumatic brain injuries, ADHD and Substance Abuse related disorders.
Amanda utilizes CBT and DBT treatment approaches to empower clients to recognize the interconnected nature of their thoughts, emotions and behaviors and collaborates with clients to work towards their individual goals and needs. Amanda does work with a variety of clients but has a special interest in working with those impacted by trauma, traumatic brain injuries, ADHD and Substance Abuse related disorders.
(603) 865-1321 View (603) 865-1321
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Patience Ashey
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
West Lebanon, NH 03784
I am trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical- Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP).
I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions in order to foster personal growth and healing. I have experience working with children (8 and up), adolescents and adults on short and long term therapeutic goals. My approach is client-centered, strength-based and I draw from various approaches based on individual needs and desires.
I am trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical- Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP).
I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions in order to foster personal growth and healing. I have experience working with children (8 and up), adolescents and adults on short and long term therapeutic goals. My approach is client-centered, strength-based and I draw from various approaches based on individual needs and desires.
(866) 968-3315 View (866) 968-3315
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Deborah Addario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Exeter, NH 03833
Modalities of treatment include Cognitive/Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive/Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), SPACE, Solution Focused & Strength Based Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Family Therapy, Play Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique.
I believe the therapeutic process is a collaboration between client and therapist. This process is unique and can focus on your past and/or present situation. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I work with children experiencing adoption issues, anxiety, and mood disorders. Adolescents who are struggling with peer relationships, conflict with parents, transition issues, anxiety and stress, depression, self worth and self esteem challenges. My work with adults focuses on the ability to better manage mood disorders, relationship difficulties, parenting issues and employment stress.
Modalities of treatment include Cognitive/Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive/Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), SPACE, Solution Focused & Strength Based Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Family Therapy, Play Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique.
I believe the therapeutic process is a collaboration between client and therapist. This process is unique and can focus on your past and/or present situation. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I work with children experiencing adoption issues, anxiety, and mood disorders. Adolescents who are struggling with peer relationships, conflict with parents, transition issues, anxiety and stress, depression, self worth and self esteem challenges. My work with adults focuses on the ability to better manage mood disorders, relationship difficulties, parenting issues and employment stress.
(603) 932-5696 View (603) 932-5696
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Elizabeth Foley
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Plymouth, NH 03264
In my work with clients, I strive to develop a strong working relationship where they feel safe to discuss their values, goals, and concerns. I aim to highlight clients' strengths and develop treatment goals collaboratively. I'm passionate about supporting clients as they explore new ways of conceptualizing and coping with life's challenges. My approach is based in Person-Centered theory and frequently incorporates elements of Existential theory. I often utilize interventions from Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
In my work with clients, I strive to develop a strong working relationship where they feel safe to discuss their values, goals, and concerns. I aim to highlight clients' strengths and develop treatment goals collaboratively. I'm passionate about supporting clients as they explore new ways of conceptualizing and coping with life's challenges. My approach is based in Person-Centered theory and frequently incorporates elements of Existential theory. I often utilize interventions from Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
(603) 945-2618 View (603) 945-2618
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Jenna Nunziato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03101  (Online Only)
I use treatment modalities like DBT, CBT, and ACT to help you build skills to help you stop feeling controlled by your painful thoughts and emotions, and to get back to living your life in a way that propels you towards what matters to you.
None of this is easy. Maybe you're adjusting to a change, like parenting or job loss, and looking to find your identity. Maybe you're becoming aware of a problematic pattern in your life, like constant anxiety, difficulty with relationships, or intense emotions. You don't have to feel overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, shame, or anger any more. Let's talk about it and find some strategies to soothe it now, and stop it from reoccurring. If you're reluctant about therapy, I can reassure you that I'm not here to judge, and want to make it a safe and fun environment.
I use treatment modalities like DBT, CBT, and ACT to help you build skills to help you stop feeling controlled by your painful thoughts and emotions, and to get back to living your life in a way that propels you towards what matters to you.
None of this is easy. Maybe you're adjusting to a change, like parenting or job loss, and looking to find your identity. Maybe you're becoming aware of a problematic pattern in your life, like constant anxiety, difficulty with relationships, or intense emotions. You don't have to feel overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, shame, or anger any more. Let's talk about it and find some strategies to soothe it now, and stop it from reoccurring. If you're reluctant about therapy, I can reassure you that I'm not here to judge, and want to make it a safe and fun environment.
(207) 204-3655 View (207) 204-3655
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Abby Falk (Lalone)
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03104  (Online Only)
I pull from my training in evidence-based treatment modalities and integrate principles from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and sensorimotor therapy.
Sometimes we need extra support, a different perspective, or a space where we can visit our past and present to better move toward our future. Regardless of your need or reason for seeking therapy, I strive to meet you where you’re at and work with you to meet your goals.
I pull from my training in evidence-based treatment modalities and integrate principles from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and sensorimotor therapy.
Sometimes we need extra support, a different perspective, or a space where we can visit our past and present to better move toward our future. Regardless of your need or reason for seeking therapy, I strive to meet you where you’re at and work with you to meet your goals.
(508) 841-5317 View (508) 841-5317
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Amy Ordile
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Concord, NH 03301
I use multiple modalities in my work with clients including EMDR, cognitive behavior therapy, and DBT/Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I have over ten years experience and a background in working with adults who have Autism disorders as well as a mental health condition, and am passionate about serving this population. In addition, I am skilled working with those who have trauma and anxiety.
I use multiple modalities in my work with clients including EMDR, cognitive behavior therapy, and DBT/Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I have over ten years experience and a background in working with adults who have Autism disorders as well as a mental health condition, and am passionate about serving this population. In addition, I am skilled working with those who have trauma and anxiety.
(603) 836-5584 View (603) 836-5584
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David M Martin
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03101  (Online Only)
Accepting Teletherapy Appointments Only. I work collaboratively with my clients, empowering them to find balance, wholeness, and greater happiness in life. My broad experience both in a variety of psychological treatment modalities (Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy) as well as in working with a wide range of clients, enables me to provide therapy that is both deeply compassionate and well-rooted in psychological science. I’m here to help you create stronger, more fulfilling relationships, make peace with yourself, and start living a life of fulfillment and connection.
Accepting Teletherapy Appointments Only. I work collaboratively with my clients, empowering them to find balance, wholeness, and greater happiness in life. My broad experience both in a variety of psychological treatment modalities (Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy) as well as in working with a wide range of clients, enables me to provide therapy that is both deeply compassionate and well-rooted in psychological science. I’m here to help you create stronger, more fulfilling relationships, make peace with yourself, and start living a life of fulfillment and connection.
(802) 448-8594 View (802) 448-8594
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Sarah B Gilman Lard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, NH 03235
I use strategies derived from Mindfulness and MBSR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I work with individuals living with anxiety, depression, identity issues, managing stress, parenting, life changes, grief and loss.
I use strategies derived from Mindfulness and MBSR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I work with individuals living with anxiety, depression, identity issues, managing stress, parenting, life changes, grief and loss.
(603) 922-7529 View (603) 922-7529
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Britney Sebastien
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03103
Britney Sebastien is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Masters Alcohol and Drug counselor in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2017. She has an Associate’s Science in Health Science from NHTI, a Bachelor’s Science in Psychology from Southern NH University, a Graduate Certificate in Integrated Community Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services from SNHU, and a Master’s Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern NH University. Britney is trained as a cognitive behavioral and trauma therapist & specializes in various evidenced based treatment modalities including CBT, DBT, CPT, DBT-PE, PE, CBT-I.
Britney Sebastien is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Masters Alcohol and Drug counselor in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2017. She has an Associate’s Science in Health Science from NHTI, a Bachelor’s Science in Psychology from Southern NH University, a Graduate Certificate in Integrated Community Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services from SNHU, and a Master’s Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern NH University. Britney is trained as a cognitive behavioral and trauma therapist & specializes in various evidenced based treatment modalities including CBT, DBT, CPT, DBT-PE, PE, CBT-I.
(888) 491-5017 View (888) 491-5017
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Rachel A. Sicari
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03103
Waitlist for new clients
While I am trained in DBT, I don't currently practice it.
Do you hope for an open-minded and progressive therapist? Do you have lifestyle considerations that you hope will be embraced and understood? Do you wish to target and resolve past traumas? I am experienced in treating PTSD and complex trauma using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I meet clients where they're at and make goals that fit their current needs. I am LGBTQIA+, kink- and polyamory-aware, and neurodivergent-affirming. I am full but adding to a wait list or referring to other MMW clinicians.
While I am trained in DBT, I don't currently practice it.
Do you hope for an open-minded and progressive therapist? Do you have lifestyle considerations that you hope will be embraced and understood? Do you wish to target and resolve past traumas? I am experienced in treating PTSD and complex trauma using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I meet clients where they're at and make goals that fit their current needs. I am LGBTQIA+, kink- and polyamory-aware, and neurodivergent-affirming. I am full but adding to a wait list or referring to other MMW clinicians.
(603) 697-7013 View (603) 697-7013
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Brandee Prevost
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MLADC
Verified Verified
Hampton, NH 03842
Waitlist for new clients
As your therapist, I can help you learn to regulate your emotions, increase your ability to tolerate distress, build effective coping skills and feel safer in your body through modalities such as DBT, CBT and IFS.
I enjoy working with clients who struggle with both mental health and substance use disorders. Change can be difficult and I strive to meet clients where they are at and work collaboratively with them to develop a vision and plan for their treatment.
As your therapist, I can help you learn to regulate your emotions, increase your ability to tolerate distress, build effective coping skills and feel safer in your body through modalities such as DBT, CBT and IFS.
I enjoy working with clients who struggle with both mental health and substance use disorders. Change can be difficult and I strive to meet clients where they are at and work collaboratively with them to develop a vision and plan for their treatment.
(978) 384-6285 View (978) 384-6285
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Katie Neff
Pre-Licensed Professional, CMHC
Verified Verified
Claremont, NH 03743
I pull from CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness Practices, and Exposure Therapy.
I believe that counseling is great for anyone looking to discover something about themselves that maybe they did not know previously. I value a safe, secure space for my clients to feel comfortable. I bring empathy and a genuine interest in how I can help you achieve the goals that you have for yourself. I have experience working with people with OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Relationship Issues. The different populations I have worked with are older teens, young adults, and middle-age adults. I work from an eclectic perspective molding different modalities to what works best with the way you learn.
I pull from CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness Practices, and Exposure Therapy.
I believe that counseling is great for anyone looking to discover something about themselves that maybe they did not know previously. I value a safe, secure space for my clients to feel comfortable. I bring empathy and a genuine interest in how I can help you achieve the goals that you have for yourself. I have experience working with people with OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Relationship Issues. The different populations I have worked with are older teens, young adults, and middle-age adults. I work from an eclectic perspective molding different modalities to what works best with the way you learn.
(603) 333-1594 View (603) 333-1594

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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.