Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Psychiatrists in Houston, TX

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Sonya S Wakil Md
Psychiatrist, MD
Houston, TX 77027
When working with children, teens, adults and families I address the difficulties in behaviors, feelings and thinking presented. An initial evaluation explores present and past concerns involving school, work, family, crises, peers, emotions, thought patterns, development, physical health, and environment. A treatment plan is coordinated with the patient that unifies the biological, psychological and social issues. An integrated approach includes referrals to other professionals as needed. By practicing evidence based medication management, I review each patient's concerns during the initial assessment and at follow up appointments.
When working with children, teens, adults and families I address the difficulties in behaviors, feelings and thinking presented. An initial evaluation explores present and past concerns involving school, work, family, crises, peers, emotions, thought patterns, development, physical health, and environment. A treatment plan is coordinated with the patient that unifies the biological, psychological and social issues. An integrated approach includes referrals to other professionals as needed. By practicing evidence based medication management, I review each patient's concerns during the initial assessment and at follow up appointments.
(713) 622-5480 View (713) 622-5480
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Dr. Edison Leung
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Great to meet you! I am a board certified psychiatrist with a passion for providing personalized care to his clients and their loved ones. My approach involves reducing polypharmacy, developing tailored treatment plans, and empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals. I believe in creating a supportive and caring environment for growth and healing. I am a psychiatrist, researcher, educator, and leader with a passion to provide the best care for you and your loved ones.
Great to meet you! I am a board certified psychiatrist with a passion for providing personalized care to his clients and their loved ones. My approach involves reducing polypharmacy, developing tailored treatment plans, and empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals. I believe in creating a supportive and caring environment for growth and healing. I am a psychiatrist, researcher, educator, and leader with a passion to provide the best care for you and your loved ones.
(281) 532-8467 View (281) 532-8467
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Folasade Akinkuowo
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC
5 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in providing comprehensive care for individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and bipolar disorder. With years of experience and a deep understanding of these conditions, I'm here to offer personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs. Whether you're seeking therapy, medication management, or a combination of both, I'm committed to working closely with you to achieve optimal mental wellness. Together, we'll navigate your challenges, foster resilience, and empower you to lead a fulfilling life.
I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in providing comprehensive care for individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and bipolar disorder. With years of experience and a deep understanding of these conditions, I'm here to offer personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs. Whether you're seeking therapy, medication management, or a combination of both, I'm committed to working closely with you to achieve optimal mental wellness. Together, we'll navigate your challenges, foster resilience, and empower you to lead a fulfilling life.
(281) 712-8369 View (281) 712-8369
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Present Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008
Our goal is to understand our client’s chief complaints, accurately diagnose them, and formulate a treatment plan specifically to that client’s needs. Empathetic listening is the cornerstone of our interview process. We take time to get to know our clients without being judgmental. We specialize in Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD. We take a holistic evidence-based approach to improve a patient’s quality of life rather than trying to fix one problem.
Our goal is to understand our client’s chief complaints, accurately diagnose them, and formulate a treatment plan specifically to that client’s needs. Empathetic listening is the cornerstone of our interview process. We take time to get to know our clients without being judgmental. We specialize in Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD. We take a holistic evidence-based approach to improve a patient’s quality of life rather than trying to fix one problem.
(832) 743-2040 View (832) 743-2040
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Balanced Mental Health and Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77057
My ideal clients are children, teens, adults, and older adults who are struggling with mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, neurodivergence, or personality disorders. People come to my practice when their symptoms are affecting their daily life, relationships, or work, or when they want support for emotional or behavioral challenges. I help by providing careful assessment, medication management, counseling, and ongoing support. I also work closely with other healthcare professionals to make sure each person gets the best possible care. My goal is to help clients feel better and gain new skills.
My ideal clients are children, teens, adults, and older adults who are struggling with mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, neurodivergence, or personality disorders. People come to my practice when their symptoms are affecting their daily life, relationships, or work, or when they want support for emotional or behavioral challenges. I help by providing careful assessment, medication management, counseling, and ongoing support. I also work closely with other healthcare professionals to make sure each person gets the best possible care. My goal is to help clients feel better and gain new skills.
(346) 598-5045 View (346) 598-5045
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Barkat Ali @ Point Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MBBS, MSN, APRN, C-DBT, PMHNPBC
Houston, TX 77077
Hello, I am Barkat Ali, an experienced medical professional with strong academic training and an extensive professional background in assessing, diagnosing, and treating psychiatric conditions across the lifespan of individuals. My mission is to offer person-centered, evidence-based treatments that empower you to regain control of your mental well-being and improve your quality of life.
Hello, I am Barkat Ali, an experienced medical professional with strong academic training and an extensive professional background in assessing, diagnosing, and treating psychiatric conditions across the lifespan of individuals. My mission is to offer person-centered, evidence-based treatments that empower you to regain control of your mental well-being and improve your quality of life.
(832) 864-7242 View (832) 864-7242
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Celestina Nwosu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, BC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, are you constantly feeling sad, anxious, low motivation, trauma awareness, decreased sleep? As a Psych NP, I sit at the intersection of medicine and mental health care. That means I don’t just diagnose and prescribe—I also listen, collaborate, and help clients make meaningful changes in how they feel and function. I specialize in integrative psychiatric care, focusing on adults dealing with: • Mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder) • Trauma-related symptoms (including complex PTSD) • Stress-related burnout (especially in high-achieving professionals) • Medication management + therapy combo
Hello, are you constantly feeling sad, anxious, low motivation, trauma awareness, decreased sleep? As a Psych NP, I sit at the intersection of medicine and mental health care. That means I don’t just diagnose and prescribe—I also listen, collaborate, and help clients make meaningful changes in how they feel and function. I specialize in integrative psychiatric care, focusing on adults dealing with: • Mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder) • Trauma-related symptoms (including complex PTSD) • Stress-related burnout (especially in high-achieving professionals) • Medication management + therapy combo
(832) 924-3874 View (832) 924-3874
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Mindful Health Solutions | Robert Daboval, MD
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77004
Dr. Robert Daboval is a psychiatrist who treats mood and anxiety disorders through medication management and interventional psychiatric treatments such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato (esketamine) nasal spray. He understands that the most fruitful physician-patient relationships are built on trust and collaboration. Diagnosis can only be achieved through full comprehension of a patient and their life, which requires a patient to open up fully to their psychiatrist. It is a big ask and is understandably challenging for a patient, but it also leads to the best treatment outcomes.
Dr. Robert Daboval is a psychiatrist who treats mood and anxiety disorders through medication management and interventional psychiatric treatments such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato (esketamine) nasal spray. He understands that the most fruitful physician-patient relationships are built on trust and collaboration. Diagnosis can only be achieved through full comprehension of a patient and their life, which requires a patient to open up fully to their psychiatrist. It is a big ask and is understandably challenging for a patient, but it also leads to the best treatment outcomes.
(346) 553-9047 View (346) 553-9047
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Stella Ajayi-Adediran
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Online Only
I have extensive experience providing mental health care across diverse populations in different settings. I hold Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licenses in Oregon and five other states. Focus areas of practice are with patients with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorders, and substance use disorders. Practice Setting: Telehealth, Outpatient, Integrated Primary Care, Private Practice, and Inpatient.
I have extensive experience providing mental health care across diverse populations in different settings. I hold Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licenses in Oregon and five other states. Focus areas of practice are with patients with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorders, and substance use disorders. Practice Setting: Telehealth, Outpatient, Integrated Primary Care, Private Practice, and Inpatient.
(424) 424-8911 View (424) 424-8911
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InnerSpace
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
Houston, TX 77027
Your inner space is our purpose. Start or continue your mental health journey at InnerSpace. Our psychiatrist, highly skilled therapists, and other mental health professionals will work with you to provide personalized services that meet your specific needs. We'll collaborate to help you improve your mental health and well-being, heal from trauma, repair relationships, and rebalance your brain. Outpatient Mental Health Services: Psychotherapy – individual, family, couples; Intravenous and Intramuscular Ketamine paired with Ketamine Assisted-Psychotherapy; Comprehensive Personalized Assessments; Personalized Outpatient Programs.
Your inner space is our purpose. Start or continue your mental health journey at InnerSpace. Our psychiatrist, highly skilled therapists, and other mental health professionals will work with you to provide personalized services that meet your specific needs. We'll collaborate to help you improve your mental health and well-being, heal from trauma, repair relationships, and rebalance your brain. Outpatient Mental Health Services: Psychotherapy – individual, family, couples; Intravenous and Intramuscular Ketamine paired with Ketamine Assisted-Psychotherapy; Comprehensive Personalized Assessments; Personalized Outpatient Programs.
(281) 205-1987 View (281) 205-1987
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Dr. Riz @ Evolve Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Houston, TX 77027
Do racing thoughts, restless nights, and constant self-doubt drain your energy and peace of mind? Are you overwhelmed by the need for certainty, struggling with poor concentration, or feeling burdened by your own hypersensitivity? Whether your challenges stem from brain chemistry, genetics, or hurtful parenting, you don’t have to face them alone. At Evolve Psychiatry, our compassionate team of medical experts and seasoned psychotherapists partners with you to explore and finally answer these questions. Together, we’ll cultivate the skills you need to feel more confident in yourself and more connected to the world around you.
Do racing thoughts, restless nights, and constant self-doubt drain your energy and peace of mind? Are you overwhelmed by the need for certainty, struggling with poor concentration, or feeling burdened by your own hypersensitivity? Whether your challenges stem from brain chemistry, genetics, or hurtful parenting, you don’t have to face them alone. At Evolve Psychiatry, our compassionate team of medical experts and seasoned psychotherapists partners with you to explore and finally answer these questions. Together, we’ll cultivate the skills you need to feel more confident in yourself and more connected to the world around you.
(832) 558-7363 View (832) 558-7363
LifeStance Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Houston, TX 77098
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
(346) 597-5326 View (346) 597-5326
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Christian Nwofor
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, -BC, ARNP
Online Only
My clients who have been struggling to hold things together emotionally and mentally while managing work, family, or personal responsibilities. Many may have face anxiety, depression, etc. for years but finally decided need help that actually makes difference. Some may have tried therapy or medications but didn't feel truly understand. Their issues such as feeling overwhelmed, persistent sadness, lack of motivation, difficulty focusing, traumatic memories, relationship stress. Their needs such as a safe, nonjudgmental, sense of hope and belief. Their goals regain control, and feel safe enough, wake up with energy, purpose, peace.
My clients who have been struggling to hold things together emotionally and mentally while managing work, family, or personal responsibilities. Many may have face anxiety, depression, etc. for years but finally decided need help that actually makes difference. Some may have tried therapy or medications but didn't feel truly understand. Their issues such as feeling overwhelmed, persistent sadness, lack of motivation, difficulty focusing, traumatic memories, relationship stress. Their needs such as a safe, nonjudgmental, sense of hope and belief. Their goals regain control, and feel safe enough, wake up with energy, purpose, peace.
(346) 656-4561 View (346) 656-4561
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Zera Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP, PMHNP
Houston, TX 77090
Hello, we support mental health across the lifespan. Through therapy, empathy and compassion, create judgment-free zones to help manage individuals with various mental health and substance use disorders.
Hello, we support mental health across the lifespan. Through therapy, empathy and compassion, create judgment-free zones to help manage individuals with various mental health and substance use disorders.
(832) 376-6956 View (832) 376-6956
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Barkat Ali
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
We are currently welcoming new patients for both medication management (PMHNP-BC) and dialectical behavioral therapy (CDBT).
Welcome! Now Accepting New Patients. I am devoted to an integrative and holistic method of medicine, which begins with a thorough listening and understanding of my clients' concerns. My commitment lies in delivering exceptional care that not only prioritizes patient safety but also significantly improves their quality of life.
We are currently welcoming new patients for both medication management (PMHNP-BC) and dialectical behavioral therapy (CDBT).
Welcome! Now Accepting New Patients. I am devoted to an integrative and holistic method of medicine, which begins with a thorough listening and understanding of my clients' concerns. My commitment lies in delivering exceptional care that not only prioritizes patient safety but also significantly improves their quality of life.
(346) 521-4742 View (346) 521-4742
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Thomas Sargent
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Online Only
Some people are seeking help for the first time. Others have tried treatment before and it didn't work the way they hoped. Both are welcome here. I work with adults ages 18 to 65 dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. What my patients have in common is that they want to understand what's happening and why, not just be handed a prescription. Every visit includes both medication management and psychotherapy, starting with a thorough evaluation and a plan built around your needs.
Some people are seeking help for the first time. Others have tried treatment before and it didn't work the way they hoped. Both are welcome here. I work with adults ages 18 to 65 dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. What my patients have in common is that they want to understand what's happening and why, not just be handed a prescription. Every visit includes both medication management and psychotherapy, starting with a thorough evaluation and a plan built around your needs.
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LifeStance Health
Psychiatrist, MD
Houston, TX 77024
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
(346) 680-1199 View (346) 680-1199
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The Vine Mental Wellness Centers
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-B
Houston, TX 77046
Using CBT, DBT, and holistic strategies, we address your thoughts and behaviors.
You may appear strong on the outside, but internally feel overwhelmed, anxious, or exhausted. Many of my clients struggle with overthinking, mood changes, or unhealthy coping patterns. At The Vine, we offer Christ-centered, evidence-based care focused on healing the mind, body, and spirit so you can experience clarity, peace, and lasting change.
Using CBT, DBT, and holistic strategies, we address your thoughts and behaviors.
You may appear strong on the outside, but internally feel overwhelmed, anxious, or exhausted. Many of my clients struggle with overthinking, mood changes, or unhealthy coping patterns. At The Vine, we offer Christ-centered, evidence-based care focused on healing the mind, body, and spirit so you can experience clarity, peace, and lasting change.
(832) 261-9593 View (832) 261-9593
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Kubara Psychiatry & Behavioral Health LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, BC, APRN, MSN
Houston, TX 77036
Kubara Psychiatry is a Practitioner owned practice that offers mental and behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults and elderly. We provide onsite and telehealth visits. Telehealth allows the client access to mental and behavioral healthcare from the comfort of home or their individual space. We pride ourselves on ensuring that our practitioners provide an individualized and well-rounded approach to treatment and healing. We evaluate each client’s needs and work together to find the best treatment plan that will benefit the client the most.
Kubara Psychiatry is a Practitioner owned practice that offers mental and behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults and elderly. We provide onsite and telehealth visits. Telehealth allows the client access to mental and behavioral healthcare from the comfort of home or their individual space. We pride ourselves on ensuring that our practitioners provide an individualized and well-rounded approach to treatment and healing. We evaluate each client’s needs and work together to find the best treatment plan that will benefit the client the most.
(281) 709-2893 View (281) 709-2893
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LifeStance Health
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77024
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
(346) 707-3147 View (346) 707-3147

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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Psychiatrists
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.