Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Rockwall, TX
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Jennifer Sparks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, TTP, SEP, CSAT
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75087
I have intensively trained in Somatic Resilience & Regulation (SRR), NeuroAffective Touch, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Life and living is stressful. I am passionate about helping people recover, and settle, from the impact of life. I support clients who are struggling, and often suffering from the various manifestations of early Developmental Trauma, Complex Trauma, and PTSD. In my practice, I work closely with those suffering from symptoms of Personality Disorders, Dissociative Identity Disorder, ADHD, Spectrum and Sensitivities, Anxiety, Impulsivity, Mood Disorders, Intimacy and Attachment Issues, along with a host of physical symptoms, emotions, behaviors and “addictions” that clients present in an attempt to regulate the nervous system.
I have intensively trained in Somatic Resilience & Regulation (SRR), NeuroAffective Touch, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Life and living is stressful. I am passionate about helping people recover, and settle, from the impact of life. I support clients who are struggling, and often suffering from the various manifestations of early Developmental Trauma, Complex Trauma, and PTSD. In my practice, I work closely with those suffering from symptoms of Personality Disorders, Dissociative Identity Disorder, ADHD, Spectrum and Sensitivities, Anxiety, Impulsivity, Mood Disorders, Intimacy and Attachment Issues, along with a host of physical symptoms, emotions, behaviors and “addictions” that clients present in an attempt to regulate the nervous system.
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Lorin Williams East
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75087 (Online Only)
I am Lorin Williams East, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of clinical experience. I have had the honor of working alongside survivors of abuse and assault, which has given me a deep understanding of how people can live with traumas they have experienced. I use a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical (DBT), Feminist, and Trauma Focused therapies. I believe we all deserve compassion and a space to be authentic while growing and learning to function in each individual life.
I am Lorin Williams East, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of clinical experience. I have had the honor of working alongside survivors of abuse and assault, which has given me a deep understanding of how people can live with traumas they have experienced. I use a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical (DBT), Feminist, and Trauma Focused therapies. I believe we all deserve compassion and a space to be authentic while growing and learning to function in each individual life.
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Britain Shaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockwall, TX 75087
I help clients build up their self-esteem, learn new ways of thinking, and face the monsters in their own narratives through a combination of therapy types with a focus on narrative and DBT-informed therapies.
Everyone has a story to tell. Sometimes it is filled with dark twists and turns, shadows, and the unexpected. Other times it is full of light, gentle breezes, and warmth. Stories are often full of both and it can be daunting to try and revisit some of the harder chapters alone. I offer a place of solace for your stories. A place where we can open and read each chapter of it together, learn from them, and gather tools to face the battles ahead. A place where we can challenge the things that still haunt us from these stories, and then put them on a shelf, a reminder of where you came from and what you’ve overcome.
I help clients build up their self-esteem, learn new ways of thinking, and face the monsters in their own narratives through a combination of therapy types with a focus on narrative and DBT-informed therapies.
Everyone has a story to tell. Sometimes it is filled with dark twists and turns, shadows, and the unexpected. Other times it is full of light, gentle breezes, and warmth. Stories are often full of both and it can be daunting to try and revisit some of the harder chapters alone. I offer a place of solace for your stories. A place where we can open and read each chapter of it together, learn from them, and gather tools to face the battles ahead. A place where we can challenge the things that still haunt us from these stories, and then put them on a shelf, a reminder of where you came from and what you’ve overcome.
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Natasha Pinter
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPC-A
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75032
Through experience with out patient and high levels of care, Natasha has accumulated evidence-based modalities some of which include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye-Movement Reprocessing and Desensitization (EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Choosing to start on your therapeutic journey can be scary and stressful, which is why Natasha strives to provided a safe environment for you to feel comfortable sharing your story with. Over the past couple years, Natasha has focused on trauma and PTSD gaining experience with all ages and higher acute care through crisis intervention.
Through experience with out patient and high levels of care, Natasha has accumulated evidence-based modalities some of which include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye-Movement Reprocessing and Desensitization (EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Choosing to start on your therapeutic journey can be scary and stressful, which is why Natasha strives to provided a safe environment for you to feel comfortable sharing your story with. Over the past couple years, Natasha has focused on trauma and PTSD gaining experience with all ages and higher acute care through crisis intervention.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MDiv, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockwall, TX 75032
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, marriage & family; & am certified in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing).
I live in Rockwall, TX. Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. However, if we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives. Hearts can become strong, marriages can be healed and become euphoric, and our families can become strong, powerful, and beautiful. If you have a Christian background, I can help you become stronger in your faith. Executive Coaching available.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, marriage & family; & am certified in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing).
I live in Rockwall, TX. Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. However, if we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives. Hearts can become strong, marriages can be healed and become euphoric, and our families can become strong, powerful, and beautiful. If you have a Christian background, I can help you become stronger in your faith. Executive Coaching available.
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Hillis Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MRC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75087
Therapeutic approaches include, but are not limited to, CBT, DBT, ACT, SFBT, and Social Skills Training.
Hello, my name is Andrew and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor who provides individual and group therapy in Rockwall and Plano. My aim is to help others improve their anxiety and stress management, coping skills, emotional control/processing, executive functioning, social skills, communication in relationships and more. I specialize in treatment for ASD, ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Adjustment Disorders and other diagnoses across various ages (adult, young adult, teenage).
Therapeutic approaches include, but are not limited to, CBT, DBT, ACT, SFBT, and Social Skills Training.
Hello, my name is Andrew and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor who provides individual and group therapy in Rockwall and Plano. My aim is to help others improve their anxiety and stress management, coping skills, emotional control/processing, executive functioning, social skills, communication in relationships and more. I specialize in treatment for ASD, ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Adjustment Disorders and other diagnoses across various ages (adult, young adult, teenage).
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In therapy I take an eclectic approach, utilizing skills from Adlerian Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Trauma-informed care.
As a therapist I believe in creating a warm and comforting environment to assist in building rapport with clients. Building rapport with each client is important, as I believe establishing trust is vital to the therapeutic relationship being successful. The stressors of every day life impact everyone on some level, and sometimes those stressors can become overwhelming. That is where I come in! I assist clients in identifying and working through the root of their struggles, as well as how to cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, ADHD, and everything in between.
In therapy I take an eclectic approach, utilizing skills from Adlerian Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Trauma-informed care.
As a therapist I believe in creating a warm and comforting environment to assist in building rapport with clients. Building rapport with each client is important, as I believe establishing trust is vital to the therapeutic relationship being successful. The stressors of every day life impact everyone on some level, and sometimes those stressors can become overwhelming. That is where I come in! I assist clients in identifying and working through the root of their struggles, as well as how to cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, ADHD, and everything in between.
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Jessie Groth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockwall, TX 75087
Utilizing a DBT approach, I believe every thought and feeling is valid, but not a fact.
I offer virtual and in-person sessions in Texas and virtual-only sessions for residents of Arkansas. Thank you for taking the time to seek help and invest in yourself. It can be overwhelming to navigate mental health and accept that you might need assistance. Whether you are going through a life adjustment, anxiety, depression, trauma, etc. I am here to help you feel a little better.
Utilizing a DBT approach, I believe every thought and feeling is valid, but not a fact.
I offer virtual and in-person sessions in Texas and virtual-only sessions for residents of Arkansas. Thank you for taking the time to seek help and invest in yourself. It can be overwhelming to navigate mental health and accept that you might need assistance. Whether you are going through a life adjustment, anxiety, depression, trauma, etc. I am here to help you feel a little better.
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I specialize in treating children and teens who are struggling with eating disorders, ADHD, mood, and anxiety disorders. I combine Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-focused methods, and direct engagement to meet you where you are. My mission is to empower your growth and offer unwavering support as you navigate transformation and develop essential emotional well-being skills.
I specialize in treating children and teens who are struggling with eating disorders, ADHD, mood, and anxiety disorders. I combine Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-focused methods, and direct engagement to meet you where you are. My mission is to empower your growth and offer unwavering support as you navigate transformation and develop essential emotional well-being skills.
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Using interventions from CBT and DBT as a guide, I support clients in gathering useful insights from their experiences and learning appropriate emotional and cognitive skills to create real change.
I imagine it may feel difficult to start the process of therapy. Or, perhaps you're further along your therapy journey and are just looking for your next step. Regardless of where you're at in this process, I want to be able to support you on your path to health. As your therapist, I would be curious about how you currently navigate your world to get your needs met and goals achieved. Is it working for you? If not, maybe therapy can support you in the discomfort that can come from doing something differently. If you are ready heal and grow, I am excited to walk alongside you!
Using interventions from CBT and DBT as a guide, I support clients in gathering useful insights from their experiences and learning appropriate emotional and cognitive skills to create real change.
I imagine it may feel difficult to start the process of therapy. Or, perhaps you're further along your therapy journey and are just looking for your next step. Regardless of where you're at in this process, I want to be able to support you on your path to health. As your therapist, I would be curious about how you currently navigate your world to get your needs met and goals achieved. Is it working for you? If not, maybe therapy can support you in the discomfort that can come from doing something differently. If you are ready heal and grow, I am excited to walk alongside you!
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Homebound Family Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75087
My therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavior and DBT.
I provide individualized Therapeutic Service providing intensive one-on-one intervention within my office, and/or virtual settings. There are many reasons traditional outpatient therapy may not be adequate to address the issues of individuals who are in severe emotional or behavioral distress. Some benefits to mobile counseling such as Ease of scheduling appointments to accommodate your needs; Individuals / Adults often feeling more at ease in their own environment, or convenience for individuals that is not able to leave their environment. In-home available on a case by case assessment.
My therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavior and DBT.
I provide individualized Therapeutic Service providing intensive one-on-one intervention within my office, and/or virtual settings. There are many reasons traditional outpatient therapy may not be adequate to address the issues of individuals who are in severe emotional or behavioral distress. Some benefits to mobile counseling such as Ease of scheduling appointments to accommodate your needs; Individuals / Adults often feeling more at ease in their own environment, or convenience for individuals that is not able to leave their environment. In-home available on a case by case assessment.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockwall, TX 75032
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Jen has experience with DBT and other trauma informed care.
Jen is passionate about providing a safe, comfortable, non-judgmental environment to join you as you recover from the painful emotions and traumatic experiences that prevent you from living the life you envision. She specializes in treating adults struggling with PTSD, dissociation, grief, and complex trauma. She has experience working with anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
Jen has experience with DBT and other trauma informed care.
Jen is passionate about providing a safe, comfortable, non-judgmental environment to join you as you recover from the painful emotions and traumatic experiences that prevent you from living the life you envision. She specializes in treating adults struggling with PTSD, dissociation, grief, and complex trauma. She has experience working with anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
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Living your best life starts with clearing the obstacles out of your way and finding your strengths. When personal or emotional issues stand in the way of meeting your goals, we can work together to clear those obstacles, develop strategies to meet your life goals, and help you find your best life.
Living your best life starts with clearing the obstacles out of your way and finding your strengths. When personal or emotional issues stand in the way of meeting your goals, we can work together to clear those obstacles, develop strategies to meet your life goals, and help you find your best life.
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Teen Counseling @ Embrace New Life
Licensed Professional Counselor, DSW, PsyD, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75032
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Many women live with an ever-changing check list of how they are to measure up in their circle of influence. As the list changes and grows, feelings of "I'll never get it right" can develop. The check list needs to be trimmed down to a reasonable level. I can help you with that.
Many women live with an ever-changing check list of how they are to measure up in their circle of influence. As the list changes and grows, feelings of "I'll never get it right" can develop. The check list needs to be trimmed down to a reasonable level. I can help you with that.
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Jessica Marie Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rockwall, TX 75087 (Online Only)
Do you struggle in your relationships with others? Having a hard time managing post divorce or in a co-parenting situation? Is your blended family difficult to be in sometimes? Let me help you with effective communication, anxiety and depression management, and creating that balance that we are all striving for in life. Our connections with others are important. Together we can focus on the best version of yourself that you can take forward in all areas of your life in order to benefit those connections.
Do you struggle in your relationships with others? Having a hard time managing post divorce or in a co-parenting situation? Is your blended family difficult to be in sometimes? Let me help you with effective communication, anxiety and depression management, and creating that balance that we are all striving for in life. Our connections with others are important. Together we can focus on the best version of yourself that you can take forward in all areas of your life in order to benefit those connections.
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I believe in making the most of the time in our lives, with the people in our lives, even when those experiences are clouded by inevitable suffering. Often, its difficult to reflect on what exactly we need to thrive in each season of life-thats where I come in. Everyone has the ability to lead a happy and fulfilling life & therapy is a powerful tool in that journey. It takes setting goals, gaining insight into patterns in our lives, exploring solutions, and changing our habits & behaviors to fully achieve wellness. In addition to individual therapy, I specialize in supporting families reorganizing due to transition or conflict.
I believe in making the most of the time in our lives, with the people in our lives, even when those experiences are clouded by inevitable suffering. Often, its difficult to reflect on what exactly we need to thrive in each season of life-thats where I come in. Everyone has the ability to lead a happy and fulfilling life & therapy is a powerful tool in that journey. It takes setting goals, gaining insight into patterns in our lives, exploring solutions, and changing our habits & behaviors to fully achieve wellness. In addition to individual therapy, I specialize in supporting families reorganizing due to transition or conflict.
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I am currently a counselor with experience in helping both adolescents and adults with substance abuse and mental health concerns. My background, both professional and personal, in mental health and substance abuse allow me to connect and help people in a more understanding manner. I am currently a licensed LCDC and LPC Associate supervised by Kristi DuCote, LPC-S. I have a deep passion for helping people heal and grow into their individual needs and wants.
I am currently a counselor with experience in helping both adolescents and adults with substance abuse and mental health concerns. My background, both professional and personal, in mental health and substance abuse allow me to connect and help people in a more understanding manner. I am currently a licensed LCDC and LPC Associate supervised by Kristi DuCote, LPC-S. I have a deep passion for helping people heal and grow into their individual needs and wants.
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Dr. Dawn Rachel Floran
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MBA, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75087
Choosing the right therapist is a significant decision. So, what sets me apart? My approach is hands-on and assertive. Drawing from my rigorous military background, I've served with distinction as a Behavioral Health Specialist in the US Army and the US Army National Guard. This unique experience has exposed me to individuals from all walks of life, and from every branch of service. Beyond the military, my diverse career has spanned from entrepreneurship to legal IT and services. This rich tapestry of experiences ensures that I approach every individual with an open heart and mind. With me, judgment is left at the door. Nothing you
Choosing the right therapist is a significant decision. So, what sets me apart? My approach is hands-on and assertive. Drawing from my rigorous military background, I've served with distinction as a Behavioral Health Specialist in the US Army and the US Army National Guard. This unique experience has exposed me to individuals from all walks of life, and from every branch of service. Beyond the military, my diverse career has spanned from entrepreneurship to legal IT and services. This rich tapestry of experiences ensures that I approach every individual with an open heart and mind. With me, judgment is left at the door. Nothing you
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I specialize in treating teens and adults facing anxiety, depression, addiction, and unwanted behaviors. My goal is to help you better understand how your actions impact your life and provide strategies to make meaningful changes. I have experience working with self-harm, trauma, grief, and loss. Additionally, I am here to support you through significant life changes, including relocations, breakups, career transitions, and other adjustments that may be causing overwhelming emotions. I prioritize honesty and openness, creating a safe space where you can be vulnerable and explore your experiences.
I specialize in treating teens and adults facing anxiety, depression, addiction, and unwanted behaviors. My goal is to help you better understand how your actions impact your life and provide strategies to make meaningful changes. I have experience working with self-harm, trauma, grief, and loss. Additionally, I am here to support you through significant life changes, including relocations, breakups, career transitions, and other adjustments that may be causing overwhelming emotions. I prioritize honesty and openness, creating a safe space where you can be vulnerable and explore your experiences.
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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.