Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Dayton, NV

Dr. Souza brings 27 years of experience as a therapist and 16 of these years in behavioral health leadership. Schedule an appt online now at her website listed here. She has taught at several universities and trained new therapists. She has worked at every level of care in behavioral health. She earned her PhD from Oregon State University and her Master’s degree from the University of Nevada Reno. She has expertise in working with a variety of anxiety concerns, depression, and grief. She also works with alcohol addiction and substance abuse issues, communication issues, divorce and separation, family issues, panic, and PTSD.

Non-judgement, mindful, and confidential are key in foundational work for individual, family, and group treatment. Outpatient Care is HIPPA compliant face-to-face or telehealth Services. After assessment process, a plan of care utilizing specific modalities are development along with needs listed and goals, both long-term and short-term. Treatment can include family upon request. With Individualized care, patients have an opportunity to build positive coping skills. You can reach out by Email, Call/leave a message or text message. Please leave a name, number and reason for your contact. Give 24 hours for response. Let's Talk Soon.

Non-judgement, mindful, and confidential are key in foundational work for individual, family, and group treatment. Outpatient Care is HIPPA compliant face-to-face or telehealth Services. After assessment process, a plan of care utilizing specific modalities are development along with needs listed and goals, both long-term and short-term. Treatment can include family upon request. With Individualized care, patients have an opportunity to build positive coping skills. You can reach out by Email, Call/leave a message or text message. Please leave a name, number and reason for your contact. Give 24 hours for response. Let's Talk Soon.

I believe that when clients are provided a safe environment, they are freed to work on issues that hold them back from living their best life. My primary focus has been to help clients that are struggling with trauma, depression, and anxiety.

Hi there! Life can be difficult and messy. I strive to bring an empathetic, collaborative approach to helping you meet your goals. I love working with individuals, meeting you where you are, and helping you reach a path to living a life worth living.

I specialize in working with adult and teen survivors of childhood trauma and guiding them through grief, loss and self-reflection. Trauma can stem from various sources like abuse (physical, emotional or sexual) neglect, abandonment, witnessing domestic violence, parental separation or life events such as accidents, deaths, illness diagnoses, bullying and natural disasters. Symptoms of trauma include depression, anxiety, anger, hypervigilance, sleep and trust issues, compromised immunity, chronic pain, low self-esteem, shame, guilt and relationship difficulties. If past trauma is affecting your life and relationships there is help.

All the way from the desert planes of Arizona, I have made my home in the city of Reno for the past 10 years. I fell in love with the four season aesthetic as I acquired both my Bachelor's and Master's of Social Work at the University of Nevada, Reno. Outside of treatment, I have two other jobs including teaching part time at my alma mater and volunteering at my local Teamsters union supporting labor workers. Outside of work, if I am not fighting off dragons with my friends in D&D, I am either going through old cookbooks refining my chef skills or sipping tea with my family in the backyard gazing at the stars.

It is my goal to create an environment of acceptance, trust and understanding in which my clients feel safe, supported and heard. I use an integrative, client-centered approach and believe in tailoring my counseling approach and interventions to best fit my client’s needs and unique personality. I have experience working with teens, adults and couples from diverse backgrounds on issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and self-identity. Being from Germany originally and having lived in three countries, I also enjoy working with clients with multicultural backgrounds on issues around cultural identity.

Welcome and thank you for considering me in your therapeutic journey! Getting started and taking steps toward growth and change is a real challenge, and one that has led you to this website. Others described me throughout my life as as lighthearted, approachable, and a person who lends a "good ear." I'm hopeful that I am able to use these skills in my clinical work to help as many people from our community one person and one skill at a time.

I believe that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honesty and caring without judgment.

I am a dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing comprehensive care to diverse populations. With a focus on the LGBTQIA+ community, survivors of domestic violence, and individuals navigating postpartum challenges, I take a client-centered approach that prioritizes empowerment and collaboration. Grounded in solution-focused and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) rooted techniques, I guide my clients toward meaningful change and growth.

Your journey for personal growth is a unique one. My goal is to help you become your best self. I believe in the importance of self-love, self-care, self-worth, self-esteem, and self-confidence. I believe in the significance of healthy interpersonal boundaries, the power of curiosity and vulnerability, and how essential it is to live life according to your values. Sometimes you may struggle to know your purpose, your goals, your identity, or trust yourself. It is normal to have mental health issues from time to time, but there is hope! No matter where you are in your journey, I would be honored to be a part of your growth process.

I offer specialized treatment to address anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and insomnia with over 20 years of counseling experience. I am passionate in my role as a therapist to help you make changes that will make a tangible positive difference in your life. I work to accomplish this by asking the right questions to understand your challenges, teach new approaches and skills for the problems you have been experiencing, and by guiding you through that process to reach your goals. Effective therapy provides a way to move forward into a future that brings genuine relief and increased engagement in living.

Sometimes, experiencing certain events can cause life to move in a direction that feels unbearable. Feeling stuck or overwhelmed with daily tasks can take its toll over time. When this happens, it may be time to make some positive changes in your life. Having someone to provide nonjudgmental support and guidance can make all the difference during these life transitions. I am here to help. I have a passion for aiding others as they navigate through life’s difficult situations.

I am accepting new clients at this time with no waitlist. You are likely here if you are struggling to navigate your mental health and the impacts it is having on your life. It may feel like you are "stuck" and overwhelmed, like life is happening to you, rather than for you.