Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Oak Park, CA
Hi, I am Jaclyn Zordani! I know reaching out for support is difficult yet, a crucial part of the healing process. I am glad you are here, because no one should have to do this alone! I am passionate about working with patients with significant mental health issues, eating disorders, and trauma. In sessions, I strive to help you cultivate a greater sense of safety, resilience, and inner freedom. I work collaboratively with clients to build insight into their strengths and capacities, supporting meaningful and sustainable change. I look forward to supporting you on your path toward growth, healing, and lasting change.
Hi, I am Jaclyn Zordani! I know reaching out for support is difficult yet, a crucial part of the healing process. I am glad you are here, because no one should have to do this alone! I am passionate about working with patients with significant mental health issues, eating disorders, and trauma. In sessions, I strive to help you cultivate a greater sense of safety, resilience, and inner freedom. I work collaboratively with clients to build insight into their strengths and capacities, supporting meaningful and sustainable change. I look forward to supporting you on your path toward growth, healing, and lasting change.
Erica Perlman, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. As an LCSW with over 7 years of experience, I am passionate about helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges and foster personal growth. My approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and a deep respect for each person's unique journey. In my work, I utilize CBT to help clients understand and reframe negative thought patterns, develop healthier behaviors, and improve their overall emotional well-being.
Erica Perlman, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. As an LCSW with over 7 years of experience, I am passionate about helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges and foster personal growth. My approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and a deep respect for each person's unique journey. In my work, I utilize CBT to help clients understand and reframe negative thought patterns, develop healthier behaviors, and improve their overall emotional well-being.
I also weave in aspects of traditional CBT and DBT.
Are you tired of trying to manage anxiety/OCD symptoms with little to no relief? I am passionate about helping people get unstuck from their mental health symptoms and to be able to reach their full potential. I work with individuals aged 18 and up as well as their families when needed. I am a specialist in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and the range of different anxiety disorders as well as the struggles that come along with these disorders. I am able to assist clients in learning new strategies to manage symptoms, meet personal goals, as well as create a fulfilling identity outside of struggling with mental health.
I also weave in aspects of traditional CBT and DBT.
Are you tired of trying to manage anxiety/OCD symptoms with little to no relief? I am passionate about helping people get unstuck from their mental health symptoms and to be able to reach their full potential. I work with individuals aged 18 and up as well as their families when needed. I am a specialist in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and the range of different anxiety disorders as well as the struggles that come along with these disorders. I am able to assist clients in learning new strategies to manage symptoms, meet personal goals, as well as create a fulfilling identity outside of struggling with mental health.
Hello there! I appreciate your curiosity and action towards your goals. I'm Alison Camhi, a California-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working with individuals, couples, families and groups for over 20 years to navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, addictions, and various life challenges. My goal is to help my Clients build insight, resilience and practical tools for lasting growth.
Hello there! I appreciate your curiosity and action towards your goals. I'm Alison Camhi, a California-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working with individuals, couples, families and groups for over 20 years to navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, addictions, and various life challenges. My goal is to help my Clients build insight, resilience and practical tools for lasting growth.
As an Ed. Psychologist, my passion lies in helping children, adolescents, and young adults navigate the complexities of their emotional and academic worlds. I create a safe, supportive space where they can openly express themselves while we work together to overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and learning difficulties. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices and other therapeutic modalities that promote resilience, personal growth, and emotional well-being. I also work closely with parents, offering coaching and guidance to create a cohesive support system within the home.
As an Ed. Psychologist, my passion lies in helping children, adolescents, and young adults navigate the complexities of their emotional and academic worlds. I create a safe, supportive space where they can openly express themselves while we work together to overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and learning difficulties. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices and other therapeutic modalities that promote resilience, personal growth, and emotional well-being. I also work closely with parents, offering coaching and guidance to create a cohesive support system within the home.
Are you successful but still feel like you are struggling with anxiety, depression, difficulty in relationships, and want to live a full , authentic and vibrant life? I work with clients who are high achievers but struggle internally with their feelings and want to feel more secure and confident within themselves and in relationships.
I also work with couples to learn communication tools and to understand each other at a deep level using Parts work to help you communicate and heal within your relationship. Learning tools with a therapist there to help you both makes all the difference.
Are you successful but still feel like you are struggling with anxiety, depression, difficulty in relationships, and want to live a full , authentic and vibrant life? I work with clients who are high achievers but struggle internally with their feelings and want to feel more secure and confident within themselves and in relationships.
I also work with couples to learn communication tools and to understand each other at a deep level using Parts work to help you communicate and heal within your relationship. Learning tools with a therapist there to help you both makes all the difference.
Hi, I'm Sean. I am a Licensed Therapist with over 13 years of experience working with different populations and needs. My experiences include Residential Treatment Centers, Outpatient Programs, School Settings, Teaching and also Private Practice. I have worked with individuals with adjustments to life, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, difficulty with concentration, isolation, negative self-talk, cultural differences, and different levels of cognitive distortions. We help connect to self, environment, and social supports through psychoeducation. Working with reflection, validation, and utilizing anxiety for change.
Hi, I'm Sean. I am a Licensed Therapist with over 13 years of experience working with different populations and needs. My experiences include Residential Treatment Centers, Outpatient Programs, School Settings, Teaching and also Private Practice. I have worked with individuals with adjustments to life, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, difficulty with concentration, isolation, negative self-talk, cultural differences, and different levels of cognitive distortions. We help connect to self, environment, and social supports through psychoeducation. Working with reflection, validation, and utilizing anxiety for change.
BNI Treatment Centers treats a wide range of adolescent conditions including mental health, behavioral issues, learning disabilities, and substance abuse. Our highly experienced clinical teams provide intensive treatment programming to help your teenager thrive. Call today for guidance and help.
BNI Treatment Centers treats a wide range of adolescent conditions including mental health, behavioral issues, learning disabilities, and substance abuse. Our highly experienced clinical teams provide intensive treatment programming to help your teenager thrive. Call today for guidance and help.
Ugh, you just don’t get it! I can’t do that. Just leave me alone! Sound familiar? Are you stuck, uncertain and just not sure how to support or help your kid? Are you looking for someone who speaks “teen” and understands how to help your teenager (or you, the young adult) find balance, decrease problem behavior and reduce anxiety? Let’s help your tween or teen learn real skills to disrupt unhealthy thought patterns and create lasting change.
Ugh, you just don’t get it! I can’t do that. Just leave me alone! Sound familiar? Are you stuck, uncertain and just not sure how to support or help your kid? Are you looking for someone who speaks “teen” and understands how to help your teenager (or you, the young adult) find balance, decrease problem behavior and reduce anxiety? Let’s help your tween or teen learn real skills to disrupt unhealthy thought patterns and create lasting change.
I am often asked, "What kind of patients do you see in your practice?" "People just like you and me", I respond. The one thing that they all have in common is their desire to connect, to be heard, to express themselves without being concerned about saying too much or too little.
I am often asked, "What kind of patients do you see in your practice?" "People just like you and me", I respond. The one thing that they all have in common is their desire to connect, to be heard, to express themselves without being concerned about saying too much or too little.
Treatment types I use include ACT, CBASP, CBT, DBT, IFS, and IPT, as well as existential and positive psychology frameworks.
Do you feel disorganized, discouraged, disengaged, or distressed? Do you experience intense sadness? Have you noticed decreased memory, reduced mental agility, or diminished emotional agility in school or at work? Are you struggling to focus, attend, and concentrate? Have others commented on your increasing frustration or anger? Psychological challenges related to anxiety, depression, complex trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders — such as AD/HD and Autism Spectrum Disorder — can significantly impair academic progress, career advancement, interpersonal relationships, and other areas of functioning.
Treatment types I use include ACT, CBASP, CBT, DBT, IFS, and IPT, as well as existential and positive psychology frameworks.
Do you feel disorganized, discouraged, disengaged, or distressed? Do you experience intense sadness? Have you noticed decreased memory, reduced mental agility, or diminished emotional agility in school or at work? Are you struggling to focus, attend, and concentrate? Have others commented on your increasing frustration or anger? Psychological challenges related to anxiety, depression, complex trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders — such as AD/HD and Autism Spectrum Disorder — can significantly impair academic progress, career advancement, interpersonal relationships, and other areas of functioning.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 35 years of private practice experience. I trained within APA-accredited doctoral programs and internship programs. I am licensed to practice psychology in both California and Colorado. I specialize in treating couples and individual adults presenting with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, substance abuse, and relational conflict and dissatisfaction. I am trained in psycho-dynamic psychotherapy, but I also apply cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and interpersonal psychotherapy techniques to address the best methods for each individual and his or her issues and needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 35 years of private practice experience. I trained within APA-accredited doctoral programs and internship programs. I am licensed to practice psychology in both California and Colorado. I specialize in treating couples and individual adults presenting with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, substance abuse, and relational conflict and dissatisfaction. I am trained in psycho-dynamic psychotherapy, but I also apply cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and interpersonal psychotherapy techniques to address the best methods for each individual and his or her issues and needs.
What if you stopped giving fear so much power? Fear tells you to shy away from what you truly want and to censor who you actually are. Over time, hiding and lying can make it hard for you to feel certain about what you want so you wait around for people to tell you what to do. It’s become easy to depend on others to make decisions for you. But you realize that this is not the life you want to lead. You want to trust in yourself and not constantly rely on others for reassurance. You want to be you and I’m here to help you get there.
What if you stopped giving fear so much power? Fear tells you to shy away from what you truly want and to censor who you actually are. Over time, hiding and lying can make it hard for you to feel certain about what you want so you wait around for people to tell you what to do. It’s become easy to depend on others to make decisions for you. But you realize that this is not the life you want to lead. You want to trust in yourself and not constantly rely on others for reassurance. You want to be you and I’m here to help you get there.
Stress often highlights issues in our lives. It can also provide an opportunity to address these issues to improve our own functioning. The issues may be in our relationships or circumstances. I would love to partner with you in this journey of discovery and empowerment. My 25+ years of helping people like you makes me uniquely qualified to collaborate with you on this journey. I approach issues primarily from a CBT framework but also rely on an eclectic approach that matches the technique with your particular need. I work remotely to enable flexibility in scheduling. I also offer a Free 15 min consultation to ensure a good fit.
Stress often highlights issues in our lives. It can also provide an opportunity to address these issues to improve our own functioning. The issues may be in our relationships or circumstances. I would love to partner with you in this journey of discovery and empowerment. My 25+ years of helping people like you makes me uniquely qualified to collaborate with you on this journey. I approach issues primarily from a CBT framework but also rely on an eclectic approach that matches the technique with your particular need. I work remotely to enable flexibility in scheduling. I also offer a Free 15 min consultation to ensure a good fit.
My role as a therapist is to work with you collaboratively to address your needs, to guide you in understanding how your past experiences shape your present self; to help you in identifying your thought patterns and emotions that affect your behaviors; and to coach you so that you are equipped when dealing with different life challenges. I believe being in an equilibrium state is one of the keys to healthy well-being; however, we often face many challenges in our life that could easily lead to a disequilibrium. By working as a team, you will eventually be able to restore the balance and maintain a healthy well-being.
My role as a therapist is to work with you collaboratively to address your needs, to guide you in understanding how your past experiences shape your present self; to help you in identifying your thought patterns and emotions that affect your behaviors; and to coach you so that you are equipped when dealing with different life challenges. I believe being in an equilibrium state is one of the keys to healthy well-being; however, we often face many challenges in our life that could easily lead to a disequilibrium. By working as a team, you will eventually be able to restore the balance and maintain a healthy well-being.
Using approaches like IFS (Internal Family Systems), CBT-E, CBT-AR, DBT, and psychodynamic therapy, we’ll work together to reduce shame, increase emotional regulation, and create sustainable change without pathologizing who you are.
Do you feel out of control? Like you need to control everything just to feel okay? Many of my clients struggle with cycles of shame, control, and overwhelm that show up as eating disorders, OCD, body dysmorphia, and addiction. These patterns often develop as ways to cope with trauma, identity stress, and feeling unsafe in the world.
Using approaches like IFS (Internal Family Systems), CBT-E, CBT-AR, DBT, and psychodynamic therapy, we’ll work together to reduce shame, increase emotional regulation, and create sustainable change without pathologizing who you are.
Do you feel out of control? Like you need to control everything just to feel okay? Many of my clients struggle with cycles of shame, control, and overwhelm that show up as eating disorders, OCD, body dysmorphia, and addiction. These patterns often develop as ways to cope with trauma, identity stress, and feeling unsafe in the world.
Find ease in your relationships with your world, with your body and with your thoughts. Providing support for adults, young adults, and teens in-person in South Pasadena and virtually across California. I help individuals navigate the complex and often challenging landscape of their emotions, relationships, and mental well-being, with specialty in Anxiety, OCD, Eating Disorders & Body Image.
Find ease in your relationships with your world, with your body and with your thoughts. Providing support for adults, young adults, and teens in-person in South Pasadena and virtually across California. I help individuals navigate the complex and often challenging landscape of their emotions, relationships, and mental well-being, with specialty in Anxiety, OCD, Eating Disorders & Body Image.
I work with high-achieving women — working mothers, entrepreneurs, and women in the perinatal period — who are accomplished by every measure and quietly running on empty. They come to me carrying anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, and the invisible weight of doing it all without enough support. Many are navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or a major identity shift and don't recognize themselves anymore. I help them move forward by combining evidence-based clinical tools with genuine understanding of the world they're navigating — so they can feel steady and clear again.
I work with high-achieving women — working mothers, entrepreneurs, and women in the perinatal period — who are accomplished by every measure and quietly running on empty. They come to me carrying anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, and the invisible weight of doing it all without enough support. Many are navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or a major identity shift and don't recognize themselves anymore. I help them move forward by combining evidence-based clinical tools with genuine understanding of the world they're navigating — so they can feel steady and clear again.
Caitlin Wootton
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I’m Caitlin.
Hi, I’m Caitlin.
I am skilled in CBT, ERP, DBT, EMDR and somatic work to regulate emotions and create resilience.
Let’s be honest: No one told us life would be this hard. You don't have to do this alone. As your therapist, I'm committed to creating a unique plan for your needs, all while integrating evidence-based techniques. I understand the vital importance of having someone on your team and the healing power of true connection. Whether you're facing challenges in relationships, struggling with anxiety or depression, grieving a loved one, or simply seeking personal development, I am here to provide a supportive & empathetic space for transformation. Let's take the first step toward your brighter future, together. In Beverly Hills or Virtual
I am skilled in CBT, ERP, DBT, EMDR and somatic work to regulate emotions and create resilience.
Let’s be honest: No one told us life would be this hard. You don't have to do this alone. As your therapist, I'm committed to creating a unique plan for your needs, all while integrating evidence-based techniques. I understand the vital importance of having someone on your team and the healing power of true connection. Whether you're facing challenges in relationships, struggling with anxiety or depression, grieving a loved one, or simply seeking personal development, I am here to provide a supportive & empathetic space for transformation. Let's take the first step toward your brighter future, together. In Beverly Hills or Virtual
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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.