Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Aldie, VA
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I have over ten years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I utilize evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and Solution Focused Therapy to address concerns such as depression, anxiety, mood instability, anger, social skills, self-esteem, stress management, school refusal, family conflict, and trauma.
I have over ten years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I utilize evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and Solution Focused Therapy to address concerns such as depression, anxiety, mood instability, anger, social skills, self-esteem, stress management, school refusal, family conflict, and trauma.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry McLean
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Aldie, VA 22001
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
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That's why I tailor my techniques to each individual using an approach that integrates elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Invitation to Change, and Motivational Interviewing.
Are you struggling to change your patterns of alcohol or marijuana use, or do you have a loved one who is? I use a harm reduction approach to help clients explore their relationship with substances. We will work together to develop new skills and cultivate motivation to make difficult changes – whether that is practicing moderation, making safer choices, or eliminating substances from your life entirely. I prioritize creating a safe, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment as feeling supported is essential in productive therapy.
That's why I tailor my techniques to each individual using an approach that integrates elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Invitation to Change, and Motivational Interviewing.
Are you struggling to change your patterns of alcohol or marijuana use, or do you have a loved one who is? I use a harm reduction approach to help clients explore their relationship with substances. We will work together to develop new skills and cultivate motivation to make difficult changes – whether that is practicing moderation, making safer choices, or eliminating substances from your life entirely. I prioritize creating a safe, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment as feeling supported is essential in productive therapy.
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I focus on adults, using cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy and evidence based practices to assist you with tackling your concerns.
Do you find yourself struggling to cope with daily life in healthy ways? Have you lots interest in activities you used to enjoy? Do you find yourself worrying often or becoming distracted often during the week? Do you find yourself turning to substances to cope? Over the past six years, I have worked with a variety of populations addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, unexpected life change, and grief. I have a focus on adults struggling with addiction and mental health concerns. Prior to individual practice,
I focus on adults, using cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy and evidence based practices to assist you with tackling your concerns.
Do you find yourself struggling to cope with daily life in healthy ways? Have you lots interest in activities you used to enjoy? Do you find yourself worrying often or becoming distracted often during the week? Do you find yourself turning to substances to cope? Over the past six years, I have worked with a variety of populations addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, unexpected life change, and grief. I have a focus on adults struggling with addiction and mental health concerns. Prior to individual practice,
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Michelle uses a trauma informed lens and draws from evidenced based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Michelle is a compassionate, bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with years of experience dedicated to helping adults, adolescents, and families navigate challenges to lead a more fulfilling life. Michelle creates a safe and non-judgmental space to promote healing, resilience, and personal growth through the process of therapy. Michelle has experience in helping clients to increase positive coping skills, build healthy relationships, communicate effectively, manage life's transitions, and heal from grief, loss, and trauma.
Michelle uses a trauma informed lens and draws from evidenced based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Michelle is a compassionate, bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with years of experience dedicated to helping adults, adolescents, and families navigate challenges to lead a more fulfilling life. Michelle creates a safe and non-judgmental space to promote healing, resilience, and personal growth through the process of therapy. Michelle has experience in helping clients to increase positive coping skills, build healthy relationships, communicate effectively, manage life's transitions, and heal from grief, loss, and trauma.
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I pull from a variety of treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and mindfulness.
Now Accepting New Clients! Life is a journey and sometimes it can be hard. I am here to listen and provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals going through challenging phases of life. I use an integrative and holistic approach to help clients create positive change that will lead to long -term well-being. Through a personal experience with chronic illness, I have learned the importance of working on the whole self to ultimately reach your desired potential in life.
I pull from a variety of treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and mindfulness.
Now Accepting New Clients! Life is a journey and sometimes it can be hard. I am here to listen and provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals going through challenging phases of life. I use an integrative and holistic approach to help clients create positive change that will lead to long -term well-being. Through a personal experience with chronic illness, I have learned the importance of working on the whole self to ultimately reach your desired potential in life.
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R. Kim Wiley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aldie, VA 20105 (Online Only)
Life can be difficult, but you don't need to struggle through it alone. I can help you cope with Stress, Fear, Anxiety, Depression, as well as Substance Use issues. I will help you resolve Male and/or Female Relationship issues as well as those "stuck" feelings or not knowing where you want to go in your life. Together, we can change your feelings of feeling Overwhelmed to one of confidently handling your life and its challenges. I will assist you in resolving the Traumas interfering with your current life plans.
Life can be difficult, but you don't need to struggle through it alone. I can help you cope with Stress, Fear, Anxiety, Depression, as well as Substance Use issues. I will help you resolve Male and/or Female Relationship issues as well as those "stuck" feelings or not knowing where you want to go in your life. Together, we can change your feelings of feeling Overwhelmed to one of confidently handling your life and its challenges. I will assist you in resolving the Traumas interfering with your current life plans.
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Hunada Zein Eddin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aldie, VA 20105 (Online Only)
My name is Hunada. I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I speak Arabic and English. I am a people person and a compassionate communicator with seasoned multiculturally driven interpersonal skills. I help my clients navigate emotionally demanding events and circumstances, such as stress and anger, loss, interpersonal issues, workplace relationships, and life transitions.
My name is Hunada. I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I speak Arabic and English. I am a people person and a compassionate communicator with seasoned multiculturally driven interpersonal skills. I help my clients navigate emotionally demanding events and circumstances, such as stress and anger, loss, interpersonal issues, workplace relationships, and life transitions.
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Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia, USA with over 23 years of professional work experience. I have helped clients with various mental health and/or life struggles related to depression, anxiety, coping with trauma/abuse, stress, anger and impulse control problems, grief, aging, difficulties adjusting, low self-esteem, attention deficits, relational/marital problems, substance abuse issues, parenting challenges, Military/ Veterans issues, care taker fatigue/burn out, and Gender dysphoria and LGBTQ issues.
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia, USA with over 23 years of professional work experience. I have helped clients with various mental health and/or life struggles related to depression, anxiety, coping with trauma/abuse, stress, anger and impulse control problems, grief, aging, difficulties adjusting, low self-esteem, attention deficits, relational/marital problems, substance abuse issues, parenting challenges, Military/ Veterans issues, care taker fatigue/burn out, and Gender dysphoria and LGBTQ issues.
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Katie Kernus
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aldie, VA 20105 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients. No one's path in life is the same and thus therapy, in my eyes, should not be a cookie cutter approach. Therapy should be tough but rewarding. I specialize in meeting clients where they are at and challenging them to move forward in their future. True growth comes from pushing past your comfort zone to come out stronger on the other side.
Accepting New Clients. No one's path in life is the same and thus therapy, in my eyes, should not be a cookie cutter approach. Therapy should be tough but rewarding. I specialize in meeting clients where they are at and challenging them to move forward in their future. True growth comes from pushing past your comfort zone to come out stronger on the other side.
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Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Aldie, VA 22001
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
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Ohana Life Solutions, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Aldie, VA 20105 (Online Only)
Hello, my friends, are you feeling a little down, or feeling overwhelmed? Are you a teen or young adult who feels lost or in need of guidance. I have some openings and am looking to fill them. Sorry, I am an ONLINE therapist only, I find once people give it a try they don't mind it. If you want to try it, I offer a free 15 minute trial session. I work well with people who like to talk and find that is a part of their process. Do you find therapy too clinical and would like a little humor? I do my best to find that balance. If you just don't know what you need, I hope you will let me guide you to the right answer.
Hello, my friends, are you feeling a little down, or feeling overwhelmed? Are you a teen or young adult who feels lost or in need of guidance. I have some openings and am looking to fill them. Sorry, I am an ONLINE therapist only, I find once people give it a try they don't mind it. If you want to try it, I offer a free 15 minute trial session. I work well with people who like to talk and find that is a part of their process. Do you find therapy too clinical and would like a little humor? I do my best to find that balance. If you just don't know what you need, I hope you will let me guide you to the right answer.
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Nidhi Kothapalli
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aldie, VA 20105
Waitlist for new clients
With every day changing so rapidly and the increase in uncertainty, life presents us with new obstacles and challenges that we might not expect. It takes great strength and courage to ask for help when you need it. I help clients with improving body image, increasing self-esteem, mood disorders, eating disorders, and identity challenges. As a minority myself, I have experience helping clients work through processing cultural barriers and unfair treatment. I am also passionate about working with BIPOC and the South Asian population. I also provide letters for gender affirming care.
With every day changing so rapidly and the increase in uncertainty, life presents us with new obstacles and challenges that we might not expect. It takes great strength and courage to ask for help when you need it. I help clients with improving body image, increasing self-esteem, mood disorders, eating disorders, and identity challenges. As a minority myself, I have experience helping clients work through processing cultural barriers and unfair treatment. I am also passionate about working with BIPOC and the South Asian population. I also provide letters for gender affirming care.
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Carissa Sietsema
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Aldie, VA 20105 (Online Only)
Sometimes it feels like our mind won’t shut off. One thought turns into 10, and before we know it we’ve spent more time than we wanted going down the mental rabbit hole. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, and Phobias often take up space rent free in our mind making us act or behave a certain way to feel better. This tiring upkeep can make it feel like we're dragging through life, carrying a heavy weight, out of control, or that we're wearing a mask. In moments like these a helping hand is sometimes all we need to regain control over our lives.
Sometimes it feels like our mind won’t shut off. One thought turns into 10, and before we know it we’ve spent more time than we wanted going down the mental rabbit hole. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, and Phobias often take up space rent free in our mind making us act or behave a certain way to feel better. This tiring upkeep can make it feel like we're dragging through life, carrying a heavy weight, out of control, or that we're wearing a mask. In moments like these a helping hand is sometimes all we need to regain control over our lives.
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Are you seeking a laid-back, compassionate, and supportive space where you can heal, grow, and thrive? I am an experienced psychotherapist specializing in supporting teens and young adults who are passionately committed to their personal growth and healing journeys. I go beyond traditional talk therapy to help people who are struggling with anxiety/depression/ADHD to feel empowered to live as their true, authentic selves.
Are you seeking a laid-back, compassionate, and supportive space where you can heal, grow, and thrive? I am an experienced psychotherapist specializing in supporting teens and young adults who are passionately committed to their personal growth and healing journeys. I go beyond traditional talk therapy to help people who are struggling with anxiety/depression/ADHD to feel empowered to live as their true, authentic selves.
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Do you ever feel struck? Have you ever felt bruise, broken, and felt like giving up? These feeling often tie back to some anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. If this is you then I am the right person to come and see. I am open to helping anyone, but see a clot of patients that have issues with the aforenamed three issues. I utilize a person- centered approach and use cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
Do you ever feel struck? Have you ever felt bruise, broken, and felt like giving up? These feeling often tie back to some anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. If this is you then I am the right person to come and see. I am open to helping anyone, but see a clot of patients that have issues with the aforenamed three issues. I utilize a person- centered approach and use cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
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Alima S Mustapha-Palmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Ashburn, VA 20147
We will draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems Theory, Person Centered Therapy, Narrative/Talk therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Are you experiencing difficulty managing stress and anxiety related to a chronic illness? Do you find it difficult to get past traumatic episodes from your past? Do you have intrusive thoughts, difficulty sleeping, problems forming healthy relationships? Are you struggling with drinking too much or other substance abuse challenges, or BPD? If you, your child, or your family needs help, you can expect effective therapy focused on your needs. I have over twenty years of experience and success. You can achieve more while building a successful, and satisfying life. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I am looking forward to helping!
We will draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems Theory, Person Centered Therapy, Narrative/Talk therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Are you experiencing difficulty managing stress and anxiety related to a chronic illness? Do you find it difficult to get past traumatic episodes from your past? Do you have intrusive thoughts, difficulty sleeping, problems forming healthy relationships? Are you struggling with drinking too much or other substance abuse challenges, or BPD? If you, your child, or your family needs help, you can expect effective therapy focused on your needs. I have over twenty years of experience and success. You can achieve more while building a successful, and satisfying life. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I am looking forward to helping!
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We use CBT, DBT, EMDR and a Person-Centered approach when working with clients.
Hardy Counseling Services is here to provide you support through life transitions, depression, anxiety and adjusting to various difficulties that life throws at you. We are here to walk along side you and help you identify coping skills to manage these difficulties. We are here to help you create goals and work towards the goals that you have for yourself.
We use CBT, DBT, EMDR and a Person-Centered approach when working with clients.
Hardy Counseling Services is here to provide you support through life transitions, depression, anxiety and adjusting to various difficulties that life throws at you. We are here to walk along side you and help you identify coping skills to manage these difficulties. We are here to help you create goals and work towards the goals that you have for yourself.
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I draw from evidence-based modalities such as CBT and DBT to tailor treatment plans according to the unique needs and goals of my clients.
Welcome! I am a dedicated and compassionate professionaI that holds dual Master’s degrees in Social Work and Conflict Analysis and Resolution, equipping me with a unique skill set to address various aspects of human experience. With several years of hands-on experience, I've had the privilege of working with diverse clients, including children, adolescents, families, and survivors of sexual assault. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration. I believe in harnessing each individual's strengths while providing a safe and non-judgmental space for them to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
I draw from evidence-based modalities such as CBT and DBT to tailor treatment plans according to the unique needs and goals of my clients.
Welcome! I am a dedicated and compassionate professionaI that holds dual Master’s degrees in Social Work and Conflict Analysis and Resolution, equipping me with a unique skill set to address various aspects of human experience. With several years of hands-on experience, I've had the privilege of working with diverse clients, including children, adolescents, families, and survivors of sexual assault. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration. I believe in harnessing each individual's strengths while providing a safe and non-judgmental space for them to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
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My therapeutic approach has a psychodynamic foundation that utilizes behavioral, cognitive, and dialectical techniques.
Have you ever wondered why you are the way you are? Why you think the way you think, feel the way you feel, and do the things you do? I believe that psychotherapy can help anyone answer all of those questions and truly discover who they are and how they can help themselves. Imagine what your life would look like if you could identify how you are feeling in the moment, where it's coming from, and how to work through it effectively. My goal is to help you better understand who you are, help you identify your strengths, and provide you with the tools you need to help you achieve your goals and live the life you want.
My therapeutic approach has a psychodynamic foundation that utilizes behavioral, cognitive, and dialectical techniques.
Have you ever wondered why you are the way you are? Why you think the way you think, feel the way you feel, and do the things you do? I believe that psychotherapy can help anyone answer all of those questions and truly discover who they are and how they can help themselves. Imagine what your life would look like if you could identify how you are feeling in the moment, where it's coming from, and how to work through it effectively. My goal is to help you better understand who you are, help you identify your strengths, and provide you with the tools you need to help you achieve your goals and live the life you want.
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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.