Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Broad Run, VA

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Sunny Park
Pre-Licensed Professional, MAC, LRC
Verified Verified
Broad Run, VA 20137
Sunny employs a varied approach to her clinical care using CBT, DBT, Gestalt therapy, Existential therapy, Person Centered therapy and Play therapy.
Sunny Park is a Resident in Counseling in Virginia who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Master of Arts in Counseling. Sunny sees counseling as a collaborative partnering that encourages and empowers clients to identify unhealthy patterns, and grow in awareness towards healthy changes integrating boundaries, mindfulness and self-care. Sunny is client lead and works with her clients to create a personalized treatment with a holistic approach towards healthier mind, body and soul.
Sunny employs a varied approach to her clinical care using CBT, DBT, Gestalt therapy, Existential therapy, Person Centered therapy and Play therapy.
Sunny Park is a Resident in Counseling in Virginia who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Master of Arts in Counseling. Sunny sees counseling as a collaborative partnering that encourages and empowers clients to identify unhealthy patterns, and grow in awareness towards healthy changes integrating boundaries, mindfulness and self-care. Sunny is client lead and works with her clients to create a personalized treatment with a holistic approach towards healthier mind, body and soul.
(571) 506-8486 View (571) 506-8486
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Kai Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Broad Run, VA 20137
Kai Allen is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Virginia who has been practicing since 2015. She I received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Hampton University (an HBCU) and received her Master's degree in Social Work from Columbia University in New York City. Kai's approach to therapy is focused on empathy and a solutions-based mindset. She offers a warm and nonjudgmental space (with humor thrown in there) to help clients feel comfortable, heard, seen, and supported as they learn skills to help manage their mental health.
Kai Allen is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Virginia who has been practicing since 2015. She I received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Hampton University (an HBCU) and received her Master's degree in Social Work from Columbia University in New York City. Kai's approach to therapy is focused on empathy and a solutions-based mindset. She offers a warm and nonjudgmental space (with humor thrown in there) to help clients feel comfortable, heard, seen, and supported as they learn skills to help manage their mental health.
(571) 570-3238 View (571) 570-3238
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Youth For Tomorrow
LCSW, RPTS, CTP
Verified Verified
Broad Run, VA 20137
We serve children, adolescents, adults and families with a wide variety of issues including but not limited to: depression, anxiety and panic symptoms, post-traumatic stress, anger issues, obsessive-compulsive issues, grief and loss, self-harm, issues related to attachment, co-occurring disorders, aggression, attention deficits and other behavioral concerns, as well as familial and relational issues.
We serve children, adolescents, adults and families with a wide variety of issues including but not limited to: depression, anxiety and panic symptoms, post-traumatic stress, anger issues, obsessive-compulsive issues, grief and loss, self-harm, issues related to attachment, co-occurring disorders, aggression, attention deficits and other behavioral concerns, as well as familial and relational issues.
(571) 520-9149 View (571) 520-9149

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Debbie Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Warrenton, VA 20187
Hi! My name is Debbie and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing in the field for over 13 years. I specialize primarily in the treatment of trauma, depression, and anxiety, but have also helped individuals diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, Schizoaffective Disorder, and Schizophrenia. I am trained in CBT, DBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and EMDR, and have spent the majority of my adult life developing and authenticating my skills to help those in need. I am very passionate about the work I do, and believe that all have the power within them to heal and recover, whatever that might look like.
Hi! My name is Debbie and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing in the field for over 13 years. I specialize primarily in the treatment of trauma, depression, and anxiety, but have also helped individuals diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, Schizoaffective Disorder, and Schizophrenia. I am trained in CBT, DBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and EMDR, and have spent the majority of my adult life developing and authenticating my skills to help those in need. I am very passionate about the work I do, and believe that all have the power within them to heal and recover, whatever that might look like.
(540) 616-2876 View (540) 616-2876
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William Karl Strobel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, William, Strobel, LCSW
Verified Verified
Warrenton, VA 20186
My approach is rooted in my education, experience and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy to provide guidance and the skills needed to help you make the changes you desire and achieve your goals.
Many people struggle with emotions that prevent them from moving forward. At times this requires more help in discovering ways to move past the hurdles and obstacles that are preventing wholeness and balance. This often takes a great deal of courage-facing the anxieties and fears that prevent personal growth. Conquering these fears is not a path one needs to walk alone. Working together in an empathic supportive relationship, we can address the behaviors, thoughts, emotions and experiences that act as stumbling blocks to you achieving your goals and finding fulfillment in life. Working together we can restore peace in your life.
My approach is rooted in my education, experience and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy to provide guidance and the skills needed to help you make the changes you desire and achieve your goals.
Many people struggle with emotions that prevent them from moving forward. At times this requires more help in discovering ways to move past the hurdles and obstacles that are preventing wholeness and balance. This often takes a great deal of courage-facing the anxieties and fears that prevent personal growth. Conquering these fears is not a path one needs to walk alone. Working together in an empathic supportive relationship, we can address the behaviors, thoughts, emotions and experiences that act as stumbling blocks to you achieving your goals and finding fulfillment in life. Working together we can restore peace in your life.
(540) 274-1015 View (540) 274-1015
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Martha Earley Aveni
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
Warrenton, VA 20186
I have clinical experience in many evidence-based approaches, including but not limited to: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and motivational interviewing (MI).
I feel called to help those who seek wellness in body, mind, and soul. I am honored to serve my clients at the Center for Holistic Psychotherapy as a licensed resident counselor. As a mental health professional, I have experience in treating diverse populations, including children, adolescents, couples, trauma and grief clients, addiction and DUI clients, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, ADD/ADHD, and various behavioral issues. I am a warm and accepting counselor who brings wisdom, comfort, security, compassion, and professionalism into the counseling room.
I have clinical experience in many evidence-based approaches, including but not limited to: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and motivational interviewing (MI).
I feel called to help those who seek wellness in body, mind, and soul. I am honored to serve my clients at the Center for Holistic Psychotherapy as a licensed resident counselor. As a mental health professional, I have experience in treating diverse populations, including children, adolescents, couples, trauma and grief clients, addiction and DUI clients, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, ADD/ADHD, and various behavioral issues. I am a warm and accepting counselor who brings wisdom, comfort, security, compassion, and professionalism into the counseling room.
(540) 417-1307 x6 View (540) 417-1307 x6
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Adam Terrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warrenton, VA 20186  (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is mainly person centered, with strategies and concepts also taken from CBT (Cognitive behavioral) and DBT ( dialectical behavioral therapy).
I am excited to begin working with anyone wanting change, and have found myself especially passionate about helping young men and adolescents find meaning and joy in life and their relationships. My mission is to provide a safe and empathetic space where individuals and families can navigate the challenges that often accompany adolescence and young adulthood, relationships, and family dynamics. I want to empower my clients to implement the changes they need to reach their goals.
My therapeutic approach is mainly person centered, with strategies and concepts also taken from CBT (Cognitive behavioral) and DBT ( dialectical behavioral therapy).
I am excited to begin working with anyone wanting change, and have found myself especially passionate about helping young men and adolescents find meaning and joy in life and their relationships. My mission is to provide a safe and empathetic space where individuals and families can navigate the challenges that often accompany adolescence and young adulthood, relationships, and family dynamics. I want to empower my clients to implement the changes they need to reach their goals.
(540) 269-4523 View (540) 269-4523
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Daniel Kneip
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Warrenton, VA 20186
Waitlist for new clients
CBT, DBT, Positive Psychology, Solution-Focused, Trauma-Informed, etc.
Dan has over 15 years of experience working with a diverse and inclusive variety of individuals (adults, teenagers and children 10+) and families. Dan attempts to approach treatment holistically and believes in addressing the whole person/family system. Dan's therapeutic style could best be described as casual & personal vs. clinical & 'stuffy'; motivational vs. directive.
CBT, DBT, Positive Psychology, Solution-Focused, Trauma-Informed, etc.
Dan has over 15 years of experience working with a diverse and inclusive variety of individuals (adults, teenagers and children 10+) and families. Dan attempts to approach treatment holistically and believes in addressing the whole person/family system. Dan's therapeutic style could best be described as casual & personal vs. clinical & 'stuffy'; motivational vs. directive.
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Patrick Lee Gibbons
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MMFT, MAR
Verified Verified
Warrenton, VA 20187
I am an LPC with a Master degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I also possess a Seminary Master degree in Biblical Studies to provide faith-based therapeutic support. I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Applied Behavioral Analysis. I am also trained in EMDR. Further trained to treat substance, alcohol and sexual issues. I work with individuals, couples and families. I have a passion for trauma work with all ages, knowing untreated trauma-events are emotional wounds that need be processed to allow for healing. I am currently paneled with most insurances in Virginia.
I am an LPC with a Master degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I also possess a Seminary Master degree in Biblical Studies to provide faith-based therapeutic support. I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Applied Behavioral Analysis. I am also trained in EMDR. Further trained to treat substance, alcohol and sexual issues. I work with individuals, couples and families. I have a passion for trauma work with all ages, knowing untreated trauma-events are emotional wounds that need be processed to allow for healing. I am currently paneled with most insurances in Virginia.
(540) 579-0593 View (540) 579-0593
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in Luck Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Warrenton, VA 20186
Waitlist for new clients
The group offers CBT, DBT, testing and evaluation, and court ordered MH and SA evaluations.
Your journey in life has brought you to seek therapy from a professional. Therapy has the power to improve the quality of your life if you trust the process. Should you decide to hire us for this very important job, our focus will be on helping you feel strong and confident again. In the beginning, we will spend time listening to your story. We will then collaboratively identify realistic therapeutic goals.
The group offers CBT, DBT, testing and evaluation, and court ordered MH and SA evaluations.
Your journey in life has brought you to seek therapy from a professional. Therapy has the power to improve the quality of your life if you trust the process. Should you decide to hire us for this very important job, our focus will be on helping you feel strong and confident again. In the beginning, we will spend time listening to your story. We will then collaboratively identify realistic therapeutic goals.
(703) 997-6641 View (703) 997-6641
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Alexandra Madden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, VA 20155
Waitlist for new clients
I use a variety of different evidenced-based interventions including: Cognitive, Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and motivational interviewing (MI).
I am passionate about the benefits of therapy and taking time to create a deeper connection with yourself. I believe humans are beautifully flawed and complicated, and that by learning to appreciate our imperfections, we can gain a sense of peace and compassion for ourselves and others. New research in the field of neuroscience is providing evidence to support what many clinicians empirically knew: people are forever growing and changing. Interpersonal connection is the access-point to creating meaningful change in our lives from a place of kindness, compassion and free from judgement.
I use a variety of different evidenced-based interventions including: Cognitive, Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and motivational interviewing (MI).
I am passionate about the benefits of therapy and taking time to create a deeper connection with yourself. I believe humans are beautifully flawed and complicated, and that by learning to appreciate our imperfections, we can gain a sense of peace and compassion for ourselves and others. New research in the field of neuroscience is providing evidence to support what many clinicians empirically knew: people are forever growing and changing. Interpersonal connection is the access-point to creating meaningful change in our lives from a place of kindness, compassion and free from judgement.
(540) 253-1613 View (540) 253-1613
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Jacey Persinger
Resident in Counseling, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Warrenton, VA 20186  (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach primarily includes interventions based in CBT, DBT, and attachment theories, and it is entirely driven by your needs and goals.
“Connection is why we’re here; it is what gives purpose and meaning to our lives” - Brene Brown. At some point in our lives, though, we all feel disconnected. Disconnected from ourselves or our relationships with others; disconnected from our faith, values, or beliefs; or disconnected from our passions, hopes, or dreams. This disconnection can lead us to feel hopeless, anxious, or stuck, like we are repeating the same unhelpful patterns, or simply going through the motions of life.
My therapeutic approach primarily includes interventions based in CBT, DBT, and attachment theories, and it is entirely driven by your needs and goals.
“Connection is why we’re here; it is what gives purpose and meaning to our lives” - Brene Brown. At some point in our lives, though, we all feel disconnected. Disconnected from ourselves or our relationships with others; disconnected from our faith, values, or beliefs; or disconnected from our passions, hopes, or dreams. This disconnection can lead us to feel hopeless, anxious, or stuck, like we are repeating the same unhelpful patterns, or simply going through the motions of life.
(540) 573-2093 View (540) 573-2093
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Anxiety and Trauma Recovery Therapist Deborah Vara
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCATP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Warrenton, VA 20186
Clients come to me looking for a therapist who treats anxiety and trauma using various methods such as CBT, DBT, EMDR and Exposure, because therapy should be a place where you feel safe and heard.
Do you find yourself broken, uncertain with your future and how to heal from your trauma? You second guess your relationships, and have difficulty trusting others? You want to appear like you have it all together, but you are struggling to feel purpose, and life full of peace and happiness. You may be fed up with the inability to move forward from traumatic events, feeling alone or not enough. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to get unstuck and challenge yourself. Most of all, you’re ready to gain acceptance, confidence and peace.
Clients come to me looking for a therapist who treats anxiety and trauma using various methods such as CBT, DBT, EMDR and Exposure, because therapy should be a place where you feel safe and heard.
Do you find yourself broken, uncertain with your future and how to heal from your trauma? You second guess your relationships, and have difficulty trusting others? You want to appear like you have it all together, but you are struggling to feel purpose, and life full of peace and happiness. You may be fed up with the inability to move forward from traumatic events, feeling alone or not enough. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to get unstuck and challenge yourself. Most of all, you’re ready to gain acceptance, confidence and peace.
(540) 405-6714 View (540) 405-6714
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Jayna Gillespie
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Warrenton, VA 20187  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm glad you're here. I believe that counseling is most effective when it is designed by the participant and fits their individual or family needs. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and holds certifications in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Trauma Treatment. I have experience working with children, adults, and families to strengthen attachment, manage complex traumatic experiences, and overcome anxiety, depression, suicidality, isolation, and negative patterns of behavior.
Hi! I'm glad you're here. I believe that counseling is most effective when it is designed by the participant and fits their individual or family needs. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and holds certifications in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Trauma Treatment. I have experience working with children, adults, and families to strengthen attachment, manage complex traumatic experiences, and overcome anxiety, depression, suicidality, isolation, and negative patterns of behavior.
(757) 863-8772 View (757) 863-8772
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Lydia Freeman
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gainesville, VA 20155
I can offer support with these struggles through the use of holistic care, mindfulness, CBT, DBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Trauma Informed Care.
I am passionate about helping others identify their strengths and feel confident in conquering life and the many challenges we face daily. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, personality disorders, life transitions, communication, and relationship problems.
I can offer support with these struggles through the use of holistic care, mindfulness, CBT, DBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Trauma Informed Care.
I am passionate about helping others identify their strengths and feel confident in conquering life and the many challenges we face daily. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, personality disorders, life transitions, communication, and relationship problems.
(571) 517-1371 View (571) 517-1371
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Karen David
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bristow, VA 20136
She utilizes PCT, CBT, DBT, & Mindfulness based stress reduction, while working with you toward your goals.
Karen is a Licensed Professional Counselor approved by the Virginia Board of Counseling. She is also a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP). Karen obtained her Master’s in Counseling and Development from George Mason University. She has experience working with children, adolescents, teens, and adults who have experienced trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, as well as relationship and life adjustments concerns. Karen is passionate about meeting clients wherever they are on their life journey and helping them process the challenges they are facing.
She utilizes PCT, CBT, DBT, & Mindfulness based stress reduction, while working with you toward your goals.
Karen is a Licensed Professional Counselor approved by the Virginia Board of Counseling. She is also a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP). Karen obtained her Master’s in Counseling and Development from George Mason University. She has experience working with children, adolescents, teens, and adults who have experienced trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, as well as relationship and life adjustments concerns. Karen is passionate about meeting clients wherever they are on their life journey and helping them process the challenges they are facing.
(571) 450-9283 View (571) 450-9283
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Ellie Mental Health of Woodbridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Gainesville, VA 20155
Our therapists specialize in play therapy, Emdr, CBT, DBT and trauma focused therapy.
Ellie Mental Health of Woodbridge isn’t your average therapy clinic. We want you to feel safe and comfortable with us. We want the real you. We want to talk about the Elephant in the Room. We will help you wherever you are located. We have Immediate Availability for Tele-Health Therapy and evening hours for those in school or who work. Whether your 5 or 99, if you feeling stuck, then it is Time for a change. We have 15 therapists waiting to take your call.
Our therapists specialize in play therapy, Emdr, CBT, DBT and trauma focused therapy.
Ellie Mental Health of Woodbridge isn’t your average therapy clinic. We want you to feel safe and comfortable with us. We want the real you. We want to talk about the Elephant in the Room. We will help you wherever you are located. We have Immediate Availability for Tele-Health Therapy and evening hours for those in school or who work. Whether your 5 or 99, if you feeling stuck, then it is Time for a change. We have 15 therapists waiting to take your call.
(703) 215-1831 View (703) 215-1831
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Mercedes Alonso
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LMHP-S, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, VA 20155
I integrate a blend of therapeutic approaches to include Internal Family System (IFS), strength-based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and expressive play therapy.
I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist/registered yoga teacher. I am a clinician who works with children (ages 5 and up), adolescents and adults. I specialize in supporting individuals with all types of Anxiety, Self-Harm, Depression, Mood Disorders, Anger, Autism, ADHD, OCD, Disordered Eating and Trauma. I work with students on 504 plans and IEPs and collaborate with their families, school systems and community. My guiding principles is to practice cultural humility, and utilize a neurodiversity affirming lens because differences in all are strengths to be explored.
I integrate a blend of therapeutic approaches to include Internal Family System (IFS), strength-based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and expressive play therapy.
I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist/registered yoga teacher. I am a clinician who works with children (ages 5 and up), adolescents and adults. I specialize in supporting individuals with all types of Anxiety, Self-Harm, Depression, Mood Disorders, Anger, Autism, ADHD, OCD, Disordered Eating and Trauma. I work with students on 504 plans and IEPs and collaborate with their families, school systems and community. My guiding principles is to practice cultural humility, and utilize a neurodiversity affirming lens because differences in all are strengths to be explored.
(571) 548-3250 View (571) 548-3250
Acadian Health Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Haymarket, VA 20169
We provide trauma care, play therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, child behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, substance abuse counseling, motivational interviewing, LGBTQ community support, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR services and more.
We are dedicated to providing excellence with the highest quality mental health professionals. Each of our providers have specialized in distinct areas of care and provide unique forms of evidenced based techniques. This offers you variety and enables us to tailor to your specific needs. We believe in a multidisciplinary approach to mental health which involves Licensed Professional Counselors, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Psychologists, Social Workers and Acupuncturist.
We provide trauma care, play therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, child behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, substance abuse counseling, motivational interviewing, LGBTQ community support, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR services and more.
We are dedicated to providing excellence with the highest quality mental health professionals. Each of our providers have specialized in distinct areas of care and provide unique forms of evidenced based techniques. This offers you variety and enables us to tailor to your specific needs. We believe in a multidisciplinary approach to mental health which involves Licensed Professional Counselors, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Psychologists, Social Workers and Acupuncturist.
(571) 487-8206 View (571) 487-8206
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Desire Petrin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Haymarket, VA 20169  (Online Only)
I work mainly with motivated professionals aged 28-45 (but accept clients 16+) who face the challenges of anxiety symptoms, ADHD symptoms, feeling stuck in their lives, and the lingering impact of family, childhood, or military trauma. Through a comprehensive approach that integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, cognitive reframing, and mindfulness techniques,
I work mainly with motivated professionals aged 28-45 (but accept clients 16+) who face the challenges of anxiety symptoms, ADHD symptoms, feeling stuck in their lives, and the lingering impact of family, childhood, or military trauma. Through a comprehensive approach that integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, cognitive reframing, and mindfulness techniques,
(757) 992-8946 View (757) 992-8946

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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.