Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Cardiff By The Sea, CA
James is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. James started his counseling career working with co-occurring mental health and addiction related issues. James has over five years of experience providing therapy services to adults, couples, and families to help them improve relationships, attain career satisfaction, enhance functioning, and promote connection and growth.
James is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. James started his counseling career working with co-occurring mental health and addiction related issues. James has over five years of experience providing therapy services to adults, couples, and families to help them improve relationships, attain career satisfaction, enhance functioning, and promote connection and growth.
Using practical DBT skills, I help your child, teen, or young adult feel calmer, more confident, and better able to navigate challenges.
Feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? I help clients manage intense emotions and challenging situations using practical DBT skills. You’ll learn tools for stress, mood swings, school pressure, and relationships in a supportive, judgment-free space that helps you feel calmer and more confident.
Using practical DBT skills, I help your child, teen, or young adult feel calmer, more confident, and better able to navigate challenges.
Feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? I help clients manage intense emotions and challenging situations using practical DBT skills. You’ll learn tools for stress, mood swings, school pressure, and relationships in a supportive, judgment-free space that helps you feel calmer and more confident.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or the challenges of fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, or parenthood? Do you find it hard to feel like yourself, support your child or teen, or move forward after difficult experiences?
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or the challenges of fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, or parenthood? Do you find it hard to feel like yourself, support your child or teen, or move forward after difficult experiences?
I'm a somatic therapist who specializes in EMDR. The thing that sparks the most joy for me as a therapist is being the catalyst for positive change. A guide to help individuals find peace within themselves. I love being able to shed light on shadows that might have been overlooked, helping individuals and couples make permanent changes in order for them to reach their full potential, and live their best life. I believe that through our own introspection and deep work we can unlock a world of opportunities.
I'm a somatic therapist who specializes in EMDR. The thing that sparks the most joy for me as a therapist is being the catalyst for positive change. A guide to help individuals find peace within themselves. I love being able to shed light on shadows that might have been overlooked, helping individuals and couples make permanent changes in order for them to reach their full potential, and live their best life. I believe that through our own introspection and deep work we can unlock a world of opportunities.
I utilize Internal Family Systems in conjunction with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
If you've found yourself wondering, "Is this really all there is? Is this the life I imagined?" you're not alone. People describe coming to my office as feeling like a huge exhale to the heaviness of your week where time can slow down and you can redefine how you take care of yourself.
I utilize Internal Family Systems in conjunction with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
If you've found yourself wondering, "Is this really all there is? Is this the life I imagined?" you're not alone. People describe coming to my office as feeling like a huge exhale to the heaviness of your week where time can slow down and you can redefine how you take care of yourself.
I am eclectic in my approach to therapy and some of the alternate treatment modalities that I use include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution focused brief therapy, mindfulness based therapy, etc.
My name is Olga and I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of NJ, AZ and FL. I have a lot of experience working with a diverse population of clients with different diagnosis and in a variety of mental health settings including inpatient, outpatient, psychiatric hospitals, group homes, private in home therapy, schools and virtually (audio, audiovisual and livechat). I specialize in ERP for clients experiencing symptoms of OCD and HRT for clients experiencing BFRB's and tic disorders.
I am eclectic in my approach to therapy and some of the alternate treatment modalities that I use include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution focused brief therapy, mindfulness based therapy, etc.
My name is Olga and I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of NJ, AZ and FL. I have a lot of experience working with a diverse population of clients with different diagnosis and in a variety of mental health settings including inpatient, outpatient, psychiatric hospitals, group homes, private in home therapy, schools and virtually (audio, audiovisual and livechat). I specialize in ERP for clients experiencing symptoms of OCD and HRT for clients experiencing BFRB's and tic disorders.
Working through difficult experiences and emotions can be challenging. It can be even harder to make desired changes in ones life when certain patterns have been established for so long. I work hard to ensure that my clients feel safe and supported throughout this process. By creating a comfortable and lighthearted environment, individuals, families, and couples are able to gain some reprieve from the difficulties they are experiencing. This allows change to begin to occur in the lives of my clients.
Working through difficult experiences and emotions can be challenging. It can be even harder to make desired changes in ones life when certain patterns have been established for so long. I work hard to ensure that my clients feel safe and supported throughout this process. By creating a comfortable and lighthearted environment, individuals, families, and couples are able to gain some reprieve from the difficulties they are experiencing. This allows change to begin to occur in the lives of my clients.
I help adolescents and adults navigate difficulties in their lives. Some of the treatment areas in which I work relate to identity (e.g., LGBTQ+ individuals), anxiety, transitions, values, trauma, and mood. My goal is to create an open and safe environment from which to explore, process, and learn. It is an honor to get to know you and to work collaboratively to address whatever brings you to therapy. I look forward to speaking with you.
I help adolescents and adults navigate difficulties in their lives. Some of the treatment areas in which I work relate to identity (e.g., LGBTQ+ individuals), anxiety, transitions, values, trauma, and mood. My goal is to create an open and safe environment from which to explore, process, and learn. It is an honor to get to know you and to work collaboratively to address whatever brings you to therapy. I look forward to speaking with you.
I am trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Hi there! I am Dr. Julie Badaracco and I work with adults on depression, anxiety, acculturation issues, identity development, trauma, time and stress management, and major life transitions. I genuinely enjoy working with individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds and will work to incorporate your cultural identity and values into your therapy. My therapy approach is collaborative in nature as I strive to understand who you are and your unique concerns. I value a strong working relationship, as I believe that to experience growth and healing you must feel that you can trust me and speak openly.
I am trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Hi there! I am Dr. Julie Badaracco and I work with adults on depression, anxiety, acculturation issues, identity development, trauma, time and stress management, and major life transitions. I genuinely enjoy working with individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds and will work to incorporate your cultural identity and values into your therapy. My therapy approach is collaborative in nature as I strive to understand who you are and your unique concerns. I value a strong working relationship, as I believe that to experience growth and healing you must feel that you can trust me and speak openly.
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I use evidence based approaches (EFT, DBT, IFS, and Psychodynamic) from a relational, developmental, and attachment-based perspective.
I believe symptoms are often the body’s way of communicating with us. Learning to recognize our symptoms as messages to listen to, we start making sense of the chaos, and feel less out of control. I’m committed to helping you get that kind of relief and clarity, so that it becomes easier to explore the roots of what gets you stuck. The therapy I offer is experiential and relational, providing the context to name what needs to heal, process what's overwhelming, build psychological skills and confidence, grow in compassion, strengthen relationships, and find a path forward with greater freedom, meaning, and hope.
I use evidence based approaches (EFT, DBT, IFS, and Psychodynamic) from a relational, developmental, and attachment-based perspective.
I believe symptoms are often the body’s way of communicating with us. Learning to recognize our symptoms as messages to listen to, we start making sense of the chaos, and feel less out of control. I’m committed to helping you get that kind of relief and clarity, so that it becomes easier to explore the roots of what gets you stuck. The therapy I offer is experiential and relational, providing the context to name what needs to heal, process what's overwhelming, build psychological skills and confidence, grow in compassion, strengthen relationships, and find a path forward with greater freedom, meaning, and hope.
Hi! I'm Alexina, I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I offer individual and couples therapy to adult clients in-person in San Diego and virtually throughout California. I am passionate about working collaboratively my clients to resolve trauma in all its forms, including the conditions that can often develop as a result of experiencing trauma. I work with individuals and couples using an integrative approach and pulling from trauma-informed and evidence-based practices in order to create a tailored treatment setting that is as unique as each client and the dynamics they bring with them into the therapy session.
Hi! I'm Alexina, I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I offer individual and couples therapy to adult clients in-person in San Diego and virtually throughout California. I am passionate about working collaboratively my clients to resolve trauma in all its forms, including the conditions that can often develop as a result of experiencing trauma. I work with individuals and couples using an integrative approach and pulling from trauma-informed and evidence-based practices in order to create a tailored treatment setting that is as unique as each client and the dynamics they bring with them into the therapy session.
I offer an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from DBT, CBT, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, and psychodynamic therapy.
Welcome! I'm honored you’re here. I believe that therapy and healing is a space where honesty, vulnerability, and authenticity are valued and respected. Healing begins when you feel safe enough to be yourself—without judgment, pressure, or the need to have all the answers. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll explore the challenges you're facing, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you heal, grow, and move forward with greater confidence and self-compassion. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist practicing in San Diego.
I offer an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from DBT, CBT, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, and psychodynamic therapy.
Welcome! I'm honored you’re here. I believe that therapy and healing is a space where honesty, vulnerability, and authenticity are valued and respected. Healing begins when you feel safe enough to be yourself—without judgment, pressure, or the need to have all the answers. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll explore the challenges you're facing, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you heal, grow, and move forward with greater confidence and self-compassion. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist practicing in San Diego.
I believe everyone deserves a safe place to share life’s challenges, and I enjoy working together with a client to sort out those challenges and achieve goals. Seeking growth through vulnerability and identifying strengths guides my practice.
I believe everyone deserves a safe place to share life’s challenges, and I enjoy working together with a client to sort out those challenges and achieve goals. Seeking growth through vulnerability and identifying strengths guides my practice.
I implement evidence based treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT and ACT.
Within the safety of a therapeutic relationship healing and change can occur. With a compassionate and caring therapist this process can unfold. It's possible to become the person you desire to be. Even with a good set of change making skills we can feel stuck and unable to access a pattern that worked before or create a new pattern. In therapy you can clarify what is keeping you stuck and change from within. Relationships with self and others can improve as a result of the therapeutic process.
I implement evidence based treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT and ACT.
Within the safety of a therapeutic relationship healing and change can occur. With a compassionate and caring therapist this process can unfold. It's possible to become the person you desire to be. Even with a good set of change making skills we can feel stuck and unable to access a pattern that worked before or create a new pattern. In therapy you can clarify what is keeping you stuck and change from within. Relationships with self and others can improve as a result of the therapeutic process.
Hi there, I'm Brianna! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who can support you if you're ready to make some changes in your life. I’m here to hold space where you can think aloud, feel heard, and identify strategies to navigate stressful transitions, anxiety, or past trauma successfully. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin. My approach to providing care is collaborative, affirming, and client-centered. This means I believe you are the expert on yourself and your experience, while I have some expertise in tools that help you figure out the next accessible steps in your journey.
Hi there, I'm Brianna! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who can support you if you're ready to make some changes in your life. I’m here to hold space where you can think aloud, feel heard, and identify strategies to navigate stressful transitions, anxiety, or past trauma successfully. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin. My approach to providing care is collaborative, affirming, and client-centered. This means I believe you are the expert on yourself and your experience, while I have some expertise in tools that help you figure out the next accessible steps in your journey.
Wenonah is a licensed therapist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has several years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults, and she specializes in helping students and young adults manage anxiety, depression and ADHD. Wenonah utilizes evidence-based practices and maintains a trauma-informed, warm, and collaborative approach in her clinical work.
Wenonah is a licensed therapist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has several years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults, and she specializes in helping students and young adults manage anxiety, depression and ADHD. Wenonah utilizes evidence-based practices and maintains a trauma-informed, warm, and collaborative approach in her clinical work.
Is your teenage son constantly angry, shutting down, or arguing with everyone at home? Small things may turn into explosive reactions, or he may refuse to talk about what’s really going on. Many parents reach out when home feels like a constant battle. I specialize in working with teen boys and young men who struggle with anger, defiance, and emotional shutdown, helping them understand their reactions and develop practical skills for handling stress and frustration.
Is your teenage son constantly angry, shutting down, or arguing with everyone at home? Small things may turn into explosive reactions, or he may refuse to talk about what’s really going on. Many parents reach out when home feels like a constant battle. I specialize in working with teen boys and young men who struggle with anger, defiance, and emotional shutdown, helping them understand their reactions and develop practical skills for handling stress and frustration.
In my experience, most people have a much higher threshold for difficult truths than they give themselves credit for. I'd gently state that I'm more interested in what you're capable of as opposed to what feels comfortable to discuss. I am analytical, direct, but also sensitive, and the work I do draws from deep psychoanalytic thinking as much as it does from practical approaches (i.e. solution-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy). My practice is informed by multiple domains such as personality theory, neuroscience, spirituality, science, philosophy, and the arts (i.e. music production, painting, writing).
In my experience, most people have a much higher threshold for difficult truths than they give themselves credit for. I'd gently state that I'm more interested in what you're capable of as opposed to what feels comfortable to discuss. I am analytical, direct, but also sensitive, and the work I do draws from deep psychoanalytic thinking as much as it does from practical approaches (i.e. solution-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy). My practice is informed by multiple domains such as personality theory, neuroscience, spirituality, science, philosophy, and the arts (i.e. music production, painting, writing).
Narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling confused, depleted, and questioning your own reality. Whether it happens in a romantic relationship, within your family, or at work, the emotional damage often accumulates before you even recognize the patterns. You may have spent years seeking approval from a boss who keeps shifting expectations, a parent who withholds love, or a partner who painted a perfect picture only to later reveal toxic and manipulative behaviors. I prioritize privacy & integrity in my practice, so l don't use Al or collaborate with tech co therapy platforms funded by venture capital.
Narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling confused, depleted, and questioning your own reality. Whether it happens in a romantic relationship, within your family, or at work, the emotional damage often accumulates before you even recognize the patterns. You may have spent years seeking approval from a boss who keeps shifting expectations, a parent who withholds love, or a partner who painted a perfect picture only to later reveal toxic and manipulative behaviors. I prioritize privacy & integrity in my practice, so l don't use Al or collaborate with tech co therapy platforms funded by venture capital.
We have two locations, where we provide cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT), habit reversal training (HRT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and family therapy.
Whether you've had a long struggle with your emotions, or just want a little help overcoming a recent difficulty, finding the right person to help makes a big difference. We believe in combining compassion and empathy, with therapies that have been proven to work by clinical researchers. We teach children, teens, and adults effective skills for changing behaviors, and provide the support and encouragement needed along the way. Through this process, you can overcome feelings of depression, isolation, shame, and fear while also building confidence in your strengths and gaining tools to overcome future challenges.
We have two locations, where we provide cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT), habit reversal training (HRT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and family therapy.
Whether you've had a long struggle with your emotions, or just want a little help overcoming a recent difficulty, finding the right person to help makes a big difference. We believe in combining compassion and empathy, with therapies that have been proven to work by clinical researchers. We teach children, teens, and adults effective skills for changing behaviors, and provide the support and encouragement needed along the way. Through this process, you can overcome feelings of depression, isolation, shame, and fear while also building confidence in your strengths and gaining tools to overcome future challenges.
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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.